Red Canyon Campground
Open late April through early October, first-come first-served with no reservations. As of May 11, 2026, there is a temporary water outage. Campers should bring their own water supply until service is restored. Check-in is 2:00 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m. Maximum stay is 14 days.
Flood Watch issued July 20 at 12:15PM MDT until July 22 at 3:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is 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, Western Millard and Juab Counties, 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 includes recent burn scars such as Cottonwood, Silver King, Forsyth, France Canyon, Monroe Canyon. * WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through late Tuesday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall may result in flooding of slot canyons, normally dry washes, slick rock areas, recent burn scars including Forsyth, France Canyon, Cottonwood, Silver King, and Monroe Canyon, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 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
Red Canyon Campground is nestled in a stunning red rock setting along Utah Scenic Byway 12 in the Dixie National Forest. The campground features 37 campsites spread among ponderosa pines and surrounded by dramatic pink Claron limestone formations that rival nearby Bryce Canyon National Park. Each site includes a picnic table, fire pit with grill, and tent pad. The campground serves as an excellent basecamp for outdoor recreation. The Buckhorn Trailhead begins inside the campground and connects to the Golden Wall Trail for a scenic 5-mile round trip hike through the red rock landscape. The Red Canyon Bicycle Trail and Red Canyon Visitor Center are also easily accessible from the campground. Mountain biking, hiking, and horseback riding opportunities abound in the surrounding area. Facilities include flush and vault toilets, hot showers, a dump station, drinking water, and garbage service. The nearby Red Canyon Visitor Center provides information about the Powell Ranger District and surrounding recreation opportunities.
Directions
Located approximately 4 miles east on Utah State Highway 12 from US 89. The campground is on the right side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $30 - $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 676-2676 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Red Canyon Recreation Area | |
| USFS Red Canyon Campground |
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