Carter Military Trail Yurt

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: VERNAL, UT, UT

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (10 reviews)

Season: May through October

Carter Military Trail Yurt provides primitive lodging during summer and fall months, and during the winter, it is open to the public as a warming station for snowmobilers. It is located in the Ashley National Forest, at roughly 9,800 feet in elevation. It is approximately 25 air miles northwest of Vernal, Utah, and is situated near the historic Carter Military Trail and the Highline Trail.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/carter-military-trail-yurt to be notified when sites open up.

Carter Military Trail Yurt offers primitive lodging in Ashley National Forest at 9,800 feet elevation near historic trails and multiple recreational activities including hiking, fishing, and mountain biking. The location provides access to diverse outdoor experiences from May through October.

Wildlife alert: Expect to see American Elk, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, American Pika, and various bird species including Cassin's Finch and Pine Siskin in the area.

Insider tips for Carter Military Trail Yurt: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Arrive before dark due to remote mountain location at 9,800 feet Yurt serves as warming station for snowmobilers during winter months

Skip Carter Military Trail Yurt if: Seeking hookups - no hookups available at this site. Traveling outside May-October season when campground is closed. Uncomfortable with primitive conditions and vault toilets only.

Best time to visit Carter Military Trail Yurt: May-October — Campground operating season as verified by RIDB data.

Nearby campgrounds: Trout Creek Guard Station (VERNAL, UT), Browne Lake Group Sites (Manila, UT), Summit Springs Guard Station (Pleasant Grove, UT), Navajo Cliffs (MANILA, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Carter Military Trail Yurt

Cell signal at Carter Military Trail Yurt (VERNAL, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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VERNAL, UT, UT★ 4.6 (10 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Carter Military Trail Yurt provides primitive lodging during summer and fall months, and during the winter, it is open to the public as a warming station for snowmobilers. It is located in the Ashley National Forest, at roughly 9,800 feet in elevation. It is approximately 25 air miles northwest of Vernal, Utah, and is situated near the historic Carter Military Trail and the Highline Trail.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Seeking hookups - no hookups available at this site✕ Traveling outside May-October season when campground is closed✕ Uncomfortable with primitive conditions and vault toilets only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Arrive before dark due to remote mountain location at 9,800 feet

Yurt serves as warming station for snowmobilers during winter months

Best: May-October

Campground operating season as verified by RIDB data

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Expect to see American Elk, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, American Pika, and various bird species including Cassin's Finch and Pine Siskin in the area.

Location

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Follow the mileage indications below and look for signs on the ground when traveling to the yurt. Leave with plenty of time to arrive at the yurt before dark. From Vernal, travel north on U.S. Highway 191 (Vernal Avenue) for approximately 20 miles. Turn west (left) on Forest Road 018. A paved parking lot with a restroom is located at this intersection, but follow Forest Road 018 for approximately 3.3 miles. Turn west (left) at Forest Road 018/Red Cloud Loop Scenic Backway and continue for approx

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Ashley National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Ashley National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Carter Military Trail Yurt cost per night?+
Carter Military Trail Yurt costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Carter Military Trail Yurt open?+
Carter Military Trail Yurt is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Carter Military Trail Yurt have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Carter Military Trail Yurt?+
Carter Military Trail Yurt is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Carter Military Trail Yurt?+
Carter Military Trail Yurt is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Carter Military Trail Yurt?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Carter Military Trail Yurt is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Carter Military Trail Yurt open, and what are check-in times?+
Carter Military Trail Yurt is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$50 /night★ 4.6 (10)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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