Upper Pleasant Creek Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Reopens spring 2026. Open May through mid-October with water available during the main season. Dry camping available in shoulder months as access allows.
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
Upper Pleasant Creek Campground is a favorite among campers seeking a convenient mountain retreat along Utah's scenic Highway 12. Located at 8,000 feet elevation and surrounded by stands of dense alpine and ponderosa pines, the campground offers shaded sites with natural windbreaks. The campground features 12 campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis, with no advance reservations accepted. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. The campground is suitable for tents and small RVs; vehicles over 25 feet are not advised due to site limitations. Paved roads and parking areas provide easy access within the campground. A vault toilet and potable drinking water from a hand pump serve all campsites. Visitors must bring their own firewood to preserve the natural environment. Recreational opportunities abound in the area. Trout fishing is popular at nearby Lower Bowns Reservoir and Lower Pleasant Creek. The surrounding Fishlake National Forest offers excellent hiking, scenic driving, and wildlife viewing. The campground's location between Torrey (18 miles) and Boulder (19.2 miles) makes it an ideal base for exploring Capitol Reef National Park and the Boulder Mountain region. Managed by High Country Recreation under Forest Service permit, the campground operates from May through mid-October, with dry camping available in shoulder months as access allows.
Directions
The Upper Pleasant Creek Campground is 17.9 miles southeast of Torrey, Utah. Head east on UT-24 (Main Street) for approximately 1 mile. Turn right (south) onto UT-12 for 17 miles. The campground will be on the left (east) side of the road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $12 - $18 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| highcountryrec@gmail.com | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 836-2800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| UPPER PLEASANT CREEK CAMPGROUND | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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