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ARCH DAM CAMPGROUND (UT), UT

Description

Arch Dam Campground, at an elevation of 6,200 feet, is located just a few miles from the Flaming Gorge Dam and Reservoir and the Green River Spillway. With this location, you are in a prime spot for fishing and rafting. The campground is situation in rolling sagebrush and high desert foliage with a few pinyon pines.

Arch Dam has 3 group sites, and with plenty to do in the area, it's the perfect place for a family reunion or other large group gathering. The area is known not only for its beautiful and startling red cliffs, but also its world class fishing. Lake, brown and rainbow trout fishing, boating, swimming and scuba diving also available at the reservoir. River rafting on the Green is also spectacular, with the red cliff walls rising on both sides.

The dam at the reservoir offers guided tours every hour of the working hydroelectric plant and the history of the area. The Fenley Dinosaur Area is also a popular attraction for those interesting in learning the history of the area.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Fire Rings
  • Potable Water
  • River Access
  • Vault Toilet

Alerts and Important Information

  • Reservations must be made at least 4 days in advance
  • A $1/person fee will be collected for exceeding the campsite capacity

    A recreation fee is required for all usage outside the campground at Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. The fees are:
  • $5 per day
  • $15 for 7 days
  • $35 for the season
    Passes are available from the CG hosts, local businesses and the Forest Service.
  • Getting There:

    Arch Dam Campground (UT)
    PO BOX 279
    Manila UT 84046

    GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
    40.91167, -109.41111

    Arch Dam is located approx. 3 miles south of Dutch John, Utah on US 191 in northeast Utah, about 46 miles north of Vernal UT. The entrance is 1 mile north of Flaming Gorge Dam on the right.

    Phone Park for More Information:

    Information: (435)889-3000