Antelope Flat (Ashley National Forest, Ut)

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: MANILA, UT, UT

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$198 per night

Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (34 reviews)

Season: May through October

Antelope Flat Campground lies on the shores of the beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,000 feet, on the Ashley National Forest within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Visitors love Antelope Flat for its easy access to boating, water skiing and fishing.The campground contains four group sites, each with a picnic shelter, tables, campfire ring, grills and tent pads. Several family sites are available as well, each with a cabana, picnic table and campfire ring; some si

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/antelope-flat-ashley-national-forest-ut to be notified when sites open up.

Antelope Flat sits directly on Flaming Gorge Reservoir at 6,000 feet elevation with world-class fishing for lake, brown, and rainbow trout, plus immediate access to boating and water sports. The campground offers 50 sites with amenities like flush toilets, drinking water, and a boat launch—essential infrastructure for a water-focused recreation area.

Wildlife alert: Bighorn Sheep and Pronghorn frequent the area; Golden Eagles and Osprey are common. Watch for Wandering Garter Snakes near water. Golden Eagles and Great Horned Owls are present—secure food and avoid leaving small items unattended.

Insider tips for Antelope Flat (Ashley National Forest, Ut): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand and only 50 sites Most sites have no hookups; only self-contained RVs should plan extended stays without external power Bring your own boat or water sports gear; the boat launch is the main draw for reservoir access Elevation is 6,000 feet; expect cooler nights (forecast shows lows around 54°F)

Skip Antelope Flat (Ashley National Forest, Ut) if: You need RV hookups—the campground offers no hookups at most sites. You're visiting outside May-October—campground is closed seasonally.

Best time to visit Antelope Flat (Ashley National Forest, Ut): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only; plan accordingly.

Nearby campgrounds: Lucerne Campground (MANILA, UT), Jarvies Boat In Group (MANILA, UT), Red Canyon (Ashley National Forest) (DUTCH JOHN, UT), Canyon Rim (DUTCH JOHN, UT).