Big Springs - Recreation Site
Open — Open April 15 through January 1, weather dependent. Currently operating first-come, first-served with no reservations. 16-day stay limit enforced.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Monroe Canyon Fire Closure Update
Fishlake National Forest, Intermountain RegionForest Service News ReleasePublic Affairs Contact: McCall Davis (435) 310-0123mccall.davis@usda.gov
16-Day Camping Limit (Occupancy and Use Order 0408-25-01)
16-day camping limit. Camping in the same location, or within 5 miles of the same location, for more than 16 consecutive days or for more than 16 days in a 30-day period is prohibited.
Beaver RD Development Roads Order 0408-20-02, Kents Lake Road #137
Seasonal road closure for Kents Lake Road #137 on the Beaver River Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to July 15 annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture.
Fillmore RD Forest Development Roads Order 0408-209-02
Seasonal road closures on the Fillmore Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to May 15th annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture
Richfield RD Forest Development Roads Order 0408-19-04
Seasonal road closures on the Richfield Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to May 15th annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture.
Fremont River RD Forest Development Roads Order 0408-19-03
Seasonal road closures on the Fremont River Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to May 15th annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture.
About
Big Springs Recreation Site is a designated dispersed camping area located in Oak Creek Canyon on the Fishlake National Forest, approximately 5 miles east of Oak City, Utah. The site features four established camping spots (three on the north side of the road, one on the south) equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, plus a vault toilet. No potable water is available, so campers must bring their own. The area is best suited for tent camping and day use, as the narrow road does not accommodate trailers well. Each site is limited to 2 vehicles, and parking is restricted to designated areas to protect vegetation. Oak Creek runs adjacent to the site and offers put-and-take fishing with catchable trout stocked by Utah Division of Wildlife Resources during summer. Wildlife viewing opportunities include deer, turkey, and bighorn sheep. The recreation site is free to use on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. OHVs are permitted only for accessing the adjacent trail system. Campers should bring their own firewood, follow Leave No Trace principles, pack out all trash, and store food in bear-proof containers. The 16-day stay limit applies, after which campers must relocate at least 5 road miles away.
Directions
From Oak City, turn east on Center Street for 0.2 miles. Center Street will turn right and become 200E. After 0.1 miles, turn left onto Oak Creek Canyon Road (FR089) and travel 4.7 miles.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 896-1010 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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