Willow Lake
Closed for the season. Typically opens in June and operates through September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
High Wind Watch issued October 9 at 1:12PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts in excess of 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Mountains and Southern Mountains. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
Flood Watch issued October 9 at 1:04PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Moisture associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will impact Utah this weekend bringing widespread rainfall totals ranging from 2-4". Some highly localized amounts to 6-8" are also possible, particularly across terrain-favored locations in southwestern Utah, the Book Cliffs, and Bear River Range. * 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, 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...From Saturday afternoon 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
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.
About
Willow Lake Campground occupies the east shore of a small alpine lake at 9,640 feet on the Wasatch Plateau in the Manti-La Sal National Forest. The 10 single-family sites are spaced among spruce, fir, and aspen trees providing partial shade, with most sites offering views of the lake. Each site has a picnic table and campfire ring. Gravel roads and parking spurs serve the campground. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water and no garbage service, so visitors must bring water and pack out all trash. A footpath leads from the campground to the lakeshore, and a recently developed trail encircles the entire lake with four stream crossings, two bridges, and fishing access on all sides. Canoeing and fishing are popular activities. The campground also serves as a staging area for the Arapeen OHV Trail System, which offers over 350 miles of designated trails for all skill levels. OHV use within the campground is prohibited except for entering and exiting. Nearby attractions include Ferron Reservoir to the west and Skyline Drive, a scenic route running 60 miles along the plateau with access to numerous lakes and high-elevation forests. In winter, the area attracts snowmobile enthusiasts.
Directions
From the intersection of State Route 10 (State Street) and Canyon Road in Ferron, Utah, head west on Canyon Road. Canyon Road becomes Ferron Canyon Road and then Forest Road 0022. In approximately 22 miles, turn south into the campground on Forest Road 0026.
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 | $7 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 30ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 30ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 384-2372 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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