Orange Olsen
Open for the season May 1 through mid-October. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. If not reserved, the dwelling and cabin may be available first-come, first-served through Forest Service offices with a 2-night maximum stay. Check-in is 3:00 PM, check-out is 11:00 AM.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 9:47PM MDT until August 31 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* 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, 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 and Zion National Park. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * 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 including Widemouth 2, Cottonwood, Monroe Canyon, Forsyth, and other recent burn scars. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Deep moisture will continue to support thunderstorms with heavy rainfall across the watch area through Monday evening, particularly during the afternoon and evening. Some areas, particularly across the Sanpete and Sevier Valleys as well as Castle Country, have already seen heavy rainfall and will be even more prone to flooding given saturated soils. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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…
About
Orange Olsen is a Forest Service rental facility located in the Joes Valley Recreation Area of the Manti-La Sal National Forest at approximately 7,000 feet elevation. The site consists of two separate structures: the Orange Olsen Dwelling, which accommodates up to six guests across two bedrooms with bunk beds and twin beds, and the adjacent Orange Olsen Cabin, which sleeps four in two bunk beds. Both units can be reserved individually or together. The facilities offer solar-powered lighting, propane stoves, heated showers, and equipped kitchens with basic cookware, utensils, and cleaning supplies. Mattresses are provided but guests must bring their own bedding and towels. Potable water is not available on site, so visitors must bring their own drinking water. There is no refrigeration, electricity, or reliable cell service. Joes Valley Reservoir is minutes away with boat ramps on the east and west shorelines for fishing and boating. Popular mountain fishing destinations including Grassy Lake, Pete's Hole, and Potters Ponds are within 10 miles. The area is renowned for world-class bouldering in nearby Straight and Cottonwood Canyons, and the 370-mile Arapeen Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System is directly accessible from the site.
Directions
From Orangeville, Utah, head west on Utah Highway 29 for approximately 14 miles to Joes Valley Reservoir. Continue on Highway 29 around the north end of the reservoir for about 4.4 miles to the west side. Turn right (north) on Forest Road 0144 and proceed about 0.2 miles. The dwelling is on the left, the cabin is straight ahead.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 384-2372 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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