Sunglow Campground

FS USDA Forest Service · LOA, UT · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Elevation 7,200 ft
Max RV Length 75 ft

Features

Environment High Elevation
Rig Size Big Rig Friendly Pull Through
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Potable Water Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites8
Sites Accepting RVs8
Group Sites2
Overnight Sites8
Max RV Length75 ft
Pull-Through Sites2
Back-In Sites6
SurfaceGravel

Location

38.3416667, -111.5188889 · 138 SOUTH MAIN ST. , LOA , UT 84747

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Description

Overview

Sunglow Campground is located in a scenic red rock box canyon just 2 miles from Bicknell, Utah. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to Capitol Reef National Park.

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Recreation

Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area. The Great Western Trail passes nearby.

Facilities

The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A large parking area can accommodate trailers. The road to the campground is paved, but the road and parking spurs within are gravel.

Natural Features

The canyon sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Cottonwoods and junipers provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

Nearby Attractions

The Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area is nearby, just south of Bicknell, with wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities.


Capitol Reef National Park is approximately 20 miles away, offering excellent hiking trails, historic sites, scenic driving and breathtaking scenery.



Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular. Travelers visit from every corner of the world to gaze upon stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (877) 444-6777.

Directions

Travel a half-mile south of Bicknell, Utah, on Highway 24, then turn east on Forest Road 143 and travel 1.5 miles to the campground.

Activities

CAMPING HIKING

Details

Phone435-836-2811
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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