Blue Spruce Campground
Currently closed for the season. The campground operates year-round weather permitting, typically opening late May or early June once Hells Backbone Road clears of snow. Potable water is unavailable due to water system issues; campers should bring their own water.
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.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
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.
Cedar City Ranger District Seasonal Road and Motorized Trail Restrictions
The purpose of this order is to ensure public safety, protect resources, and minimize damage to the road infrastructure.
Cedar City Ranger District Temporary Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to reduce road damage during logging operations.
Pine Valley Ranger District Area and Trail and Road Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety while crews perform work to restore the Pine Valley Recreation Area and clean up debris flows and damage from flooding.
Cedar City and Pine Valley Ranger Districts Camping Restrictions (Order Number 0407-25-11)
To reduce conflicts with other public uses and recreational activities at developed and dispersed camp sites.
Cedar City Ranger District Temporary Road Closure Brian Head Peak Road (Order 0407-25-08)
The purpose of this order is to ensure public safety during the reconstruction/rotomilling of the existing travel surface, for the entirety of the Brian Head Peak Road (NFSR 30047).
Cedar City Temporary Road Closure Webster Flat Road (Order 0407-25-02)
The purpose of this order is to ensure public safety, protect resources, and minimize damage to the road infrastructure during snow melt in the spring months.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use Camping (Order 0407-25-01)
The following is prohibited on National Forest System land within the Dixie National Forest: 1. Camping in the same developed campground or other developed recreation site for a period in excess of 14 consecutive days or for more than 14 days in any 30-day period. [36 CFR § 261.58(a)]. 2.…
Pine Valley and Cedar City Off Highway Vehicle Road Restrictions Developed Campgrounds (0407-23-01)
Pine Valley and Cedar City Ranger Districts Off Highway Vehicle Road Restrictions Within Developed Campgrounds - This order is intended to provide OHV access in campgrounds which have legal access to riding opportunities while also providing a quiet recreation experience at some locations.
Cedar City Ranger District Motorized Trail Size Restrictions
This order is intended to provide an OHV recreational experience and protect trail infrastructure not designed for larger motorized vehicles.
Pine Valley and Cedar City Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-22-11)
Pine Valley and Cedar City - Camping Restrictions at Forest Service trailheads, administrative sites and/or other facilities, and areas within one-half mile of developed campgrounds unless designated by the Dixie National Forest as an approved campsite.
Powell Dave's Hollow Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-22-03)
This purpose of this Order is to facilitate resource protection and proper management of National Forest Lands and the adjacent private and National Park Service lands from recreation impacts associated with camping in the Dave’s Hollow area and to provide recreational opportunities to more…
Powell Seasonal Road and Motorized Trail Restrictions (Order 0407-22-04)
Powell Ranger District - Seasonal Road and Motorized Trail Restrictions
Powell East Fork Sevier River Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-21-12 )
The purpose of this order is to protect soil, water, and vegetative resources from recreation impacts associated with camping near the East Fork of the Sevier River and associated riparian areas, and to provide greater recreation opportunities to more members of the general public.
About
Blue Spruce Campground sits at elevation along Pine Creek in a dense blue spruce forest, offering cool temperatures and ample shade during summer months. The campground has five single sites and one double site, all equipped with picnic tables and fire rings with grills. A vault toilet is available but campers must pack out all trash. The campground serves as a basecamp for exploring the Escalante backcountry. Several trails nearby are open to hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. The Box-Death Hollow Wilderness, where only foot travel is permitted, lies adjacent to the area. Fishing opportunities exist along Pine Creek. Access is via Forest Road 153 (Hells Backbone Road) and FR 145, approximately 18 miles north of Escalante. Street-legal OHVs are permitted in the campground, with ATVs allowed specifically at site 1. Bear-resistant food storage is required under forest order.
Directions
From Escalante, turn north on 300 East. At 0.7 miles the road forks; stay right. After 3.5 miles the road turns to dirt and becomes Forest Road 153. At 13.6 miles, turn right at the fork following signs to Hells Backbone Bridge (FR 153). At 18 miles turn left on FR 145 to Blue Spruce 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 | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 826-5499 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| USFS Blue Spruce Campground | |
| Dixie NF Camping & Cabins |
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