About Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest)
Number of accommodations: 5
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
Cooking and Fire
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
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Reviews (58)
What Guests Are Saying
Campsite #2 at Red Canyon offers stunning views of the gorge, is clean, and provides a quiet camping experience with great hiking nearby. Many visitors appreciate the small size of the campground and the incredible sunrises and sunsets. However, some concerns include rocky terrain for tent setup and the lack of water on-site, requiring a trip to a neighboring campground for water.
What Guests Are Saying
Campsite #2 at Red Canyon offers stunning views of the gorge, is clean, and provides a quiet camping experience with great hiking nearby. Many visitors appreciate the small size of the campground and the incredible sunrises and sunsets. However, some concerns include rocky terrain for tent setup and the lack of water on-site, requiring a trip to a neighboring campground for water.
Review Summary
Barbara M
VerifiedOctober 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RED CANYON
Campsite #2 was perfect for us in our Sprinter Van. It is very close to an amazing view of the gorge - a great cocktail & coffee overview. I do wish that the water was "on". The restroom was clean.
Barbara M
VerifiedOctober 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RED CANYON
Campsite #2 was perfect for us in our Sprinter Van. It is very close to an amazing view of the gorge - a great cocktail & coffee overview. I do wish that the water was "on". The restroom was clean.
Cody E
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: RED CANYON
We loved staying here! The views are stunning and close by, like literally just a few hundred feet from the campsite. Very quiet and clean. Great hiking located nearby with even more excellent views!
Cody E
VerifiedSeptember 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: RED CANYON
We loved staying here! The views are stunning and close by, like literally just a few hundred feet from the campsite. Very quiet and clean. Great hiking located nearby with even more excellent views!
Gunjan S
VerifiedAugust 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RED CANYON
This was our second time returning to the same camping spot, and will be back again. Love the quietness and proximity to the canyon. As a person who loves photographing nature, this spot is incredible!
Gunjan S
VerifiedAugust 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RED CANYON
This was our second time returning to the same camping spot, and will be back again. Love the quietness and proximity to the canyon. As a person who loves photographing nature, this spot is incredible!
Mark M
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RED CANYON
Beautiful location, clean campsite and bathrooms, friendly people at the visitor center. Absolutely amazing ing views and sunsets!
Mark M
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RED CANYON
Beautiful location, clean campsite and bathrooms, friendly people at the visitor center. Absolutely amazing ing views and sunsets!
Cindy D
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: RED CANYON
Although the views were really good, the campground as a whole left much to be desired. It was extremely rocky which made it difficult to pitch a tent. We had to use rocks to anchor our rain fly as our nail tent stakes would not go in due to rocks. Our tent stakes went in on,y a few inches so we had to be careful not to trip over them. Also, there was no water at the campground so we had to go to a neighboring campground to fill our water jugs. Thankfully, we are somewhat frugal with water so we did not have to do this often. Last, the outhouses were unbelievably small and cramped. The door opened into the vent pipe and had we been larger people, it would have been uncomfortable. It is not surprising that there were only two sites filled.
Cindy D
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: RED CANYON
Although the views were really good, the campground as a whole left much to be desired. It was extremely rocky which made it difficult to pitch a tent. We had to use rocks to anchor our rain fly as our nail tent stakes would not go in due to rocks. Our tent stakes went in on,y a few inches so we had to be careful not to trip over them. Also, there was no water at the campground so we had to go to a neighboring campground to fill our water jugs. Thankfully, we are somewhat frugal with water so we did not have to do this often. Last, the outhouses were unbelievably small and cramped. The door opened into the vent pipe and had we been larger people, it would have been uncomfortable. It is not surprising that there were only two sites filled.
Location Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest)
Address:
Red Canyon Complex
Dutch John, UT, 84023
United States
Located on Forest Road 095/Red Canyon Road off Highway 44, approximately 40 miles north of Vernal, Utah.
Red Canyon Campground is accessible via Highway 44, which is approximately 40 miles south of Vernal, Utah.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.8894 / -109.559
Elevation: 2262 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
11AM
- Sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations.
- For customer service, contact the provided phone number or email.
General
- Please note that there are multiple Red Canyon areas. This Red Canyon is on the Ashley National Forest near Flaming Gorge and Vernal in northeastern Utah. It is not the Red Canyon on the Dixie National Forest near St. George and the National Parks in southwestern Utah. The Dixie Red Canyon does not accept reservations.
- Firewood available at Greens Lake Campground.
- Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
- Click here to learn more about the Ashley National Forest
Site capacity
- Each site allows 1 vehicle included in the fee, and a maximum of 2 vehicles is permitted with an extra charge for the second vehicle.
Utilities
- There are no electric, water, or sewer hookups at the campground.
- Drinking water is available seasonally from mid-May to mid-September.
- Dump stations are available at several locations with an associated fee.
Amenities
- Showers are available at specific locations for registered campers only.
Fires & fuel
- Do not transport firewood to prevent pest spread; buy locally and burn on-site.
Fees & deposits
- An extra vehicle incurs a fee of $10 per day, payable in cash or check.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
