Aspen (UT)

FS USDA Forest Service · DUCHESNE, UT · Primitive

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Elevation 7,200 ft
Max RV Length 60 ft
Boondock Access Not recorded

The managing agency hasn't published season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Environment High Elevation
Rig Size Back In Only
Style Primitive Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites30
Sites Accepting RVs30
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites30
Max RV Length60 ft
Back-In Sites30
SurfaceGravel

Location

40.4972222, -110.8458333 · PO BOX 981 , DUCHESNE , UT 84021

Description

Overview

Aspen Campground is nestled in the scenic North Fork Drainage just off Highway 35, about 13 miles from Tabiona, Utah.

The North Fork Drainage lies on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah. Visitors enjoy fly-fishing and exploring the many local trails.

Recreation

Fishing for brook, brown and rainbow trout is a popular activity on the North Fork Duchesne. Hiking, mountain biking, OHV and horseback riding trails are in the area.

Facilities

The campground contains single and double-family sites, all with picnic tables and campfire rings. Some sites overlook the river. One group site for up to 32 people is also available and is equipped with picnic tables, serving tables and a campfire circle with benches.

Vault toilets and trash collection are provided. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a forest of aspen, subalpine fir, lodgepole pine and spruce just above the North Fork Duchesne River at an elevation of 7,200 feet. The campground affords beautiful views of the surrounding canyon and summer wildflowers are plentiful.

Nearby Attractions

The North Fork Drainage provides access to the Granddaddy Lake region of the High Uintas via Grandview Trail. Numerous sparkling lakes provide great backcountry fishing. Backpacking, hiking and horseback riding are very popular in this breathtaking area.

Directions

From Duchesne, Utah: Take Highway 87 north to the junction with Highway 35. Turn west on Highway 35 towards Tabiona and travel about 28 miles to the campground in the North Fork Drainage.

From Highway 40, turn north on Highway 208 towards Tabiona, then proceed northwest through Hanna to the North Fork Drainage.

Activities

BIKING CAMPING FISHING HIKING WILDLIFE VIEWING

Details

Phone435-738-2482
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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