Dry Canyon Campground

Open

Open seasonally when Diamond Fork Road is accessible, typically late spring through fall. Road is gated in winter. First-come, first-served with no reservations. Day use fee of $10 per vehicle for 3 days applies; Interagency Recreation Passes honored.

Flood Watch issued October 10 at 3:44PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

October 10th, 3:44 PM — 6:45 AM

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, Central Mountains, Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, San Rafael Swell, Sanpete Valley, Sevier Valley, Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs, Bryce Canyon Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Upper Sevier River Valleys, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County, Southwest Utah and Zion National Park. This also includes recent burn scars such as Forsyth, Cottonwood, Silver King, France Canyon, and Monroe Canyon. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, dry washes, slot canyons, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations such as slickrock areas and recent burn scars. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Anomalously high moisture is forecast to impact the region with the arrival of the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel. While this is expected to be a long duration rainfall event, scattered instances of heavier rainfall rates are expected with stronger storms yielding flash flooding concerns given saturated soils and prior burn scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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.

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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…

About

Dry Canyon Campground is a small, primitive tent-only campground managed by the Spanish Fork Ranger District in Diamond Fork Canyon. Situated at approximately 5,200 feet elevation, the campground provides a rustic camping experience about 15 miles from Spanish Fork, Utah. The site features vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, though potable water is not available. The campground is best known as the staging area for the Fifth Water Hot Springs trail, a popular hiking destination where natural hot springs emerge along a scenic creek. The Diamond Fork area offers additional recreation including river fishing, scenic viewing, and plant observation along the canyon. Access to Dry Canyon Campground is seasonal, as Diamond Fork Road is gated during winter months due to snow. The parking area is small, so arriving early on busy weekends is recommended. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-day stay limit.

Directions

From I-15, take exit 261 onto US-6 East toward Price. Continue on US-6 for approximately 10 miles, then turn left onto Diamond Fork Road (Forest Road 029). Follow Diamond Fork Road for about 10 miles to reach Dry Canyon Campground, located approximately one mile before the Fifth Water trailhead.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed —
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 No

Contact

Phone +1 (801) 798-3571

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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