Birch Creek Group Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates April through November. Winter access may be limited due to snow on Forest Road 121.
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
Birch Creek Group Campground is a lower elevation camping area on the Fishlake National Forest, located approximately 6.5 miles southwest of Circleville, Utah at 7,800 feet elevation. This no-fee campground offers two spacious group campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations required. Each group site can accommodate two to three vehicles and allows RVs and trailers to pull in and park, making it accessible for larger rigs. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets at each group site, picnic tables, and fire pits. The upper campsite features a large pavilion offering shade during summer months. The setting includes pinion, juniper, and aspen trees, though vegetation is more sparse than higher elevation sites. No water or hookups are available, so campers must bring their own water and be self-sufficient. The location provides convenient access to the Birch Creek Trailhead, which connects to multiple horse and foot trails in the area. OHV traffic is common along Forest Road 121 adjacent to the camping areas, making this a popular spot for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts. The campground enforces a 16-day, 15-night stay limit and quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pets must be leashed at all times.
Directions
From Circleville, at the junction of Center Street and Main Street (US-89), travel south on US-89 for about 2 miles. Turn right onto FR-121 for 0.3 miles, then turn right to continue on FR-121 for another 4 miles to the campground.
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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 | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 438-2436 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| BIRCH CREEK TRAILHEAD | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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