Firehole Canyon Campground

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: ASHLEY, WY, WY

Price: From $33 per night

Price range: $33–$64 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (77 reviews)

Season: May through October

Firehole Canyon Campground is located on the far northeastern shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir within the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Rock Springs, Wyoming, is just 29 miles away. Boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities.The campground contains several family campsites.

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

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

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/firehole-canyon-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Well-maintained Forest Service campground on Flaming Gorge Reservoir with spacious sites, clean flush toilets, showers, and excellent lake access for boating and fishing. Google reviewers praise the gorgeous setting, maintained facilities, and covered picnic tables at each site.

Wildlife alert: Midget Faded Rattlesnake and Great Basin Gopher Snake present in area. Also watch for Pronghorn, North American River Otter, and Least Chipmunk.

Insider tips for Firehole Canyon Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 36 sites. Bring sleeping pads; reviewers report rocky campsite surfaces. Suitable for self-contained RVs only; most sites have no hookups despite dump station availability.

Skip Firehole Canyon Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.. You prefer crowded areas with ambient light — reviewers note it's very quiet at night with no city lights.. You visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal..

Best time to visit Firehole Canyon Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. Summer — Peak season for boating, fishing, water skiing, and swimming on Flaming Gorge Reservoir..

Nearby campgrounds: Buckboard Crossing (GREEN RIVER, WY), Lucerne Campground (MANILA, UT), Antelope Flat (Ashley National Forest, Ut) (MANILA, UT), Dutch John Draw Campground (MANILA, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Firehole Canyon Campground

Cell signal at Firehole Canyon Campground (ASHLEY, WY): 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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ASHLEY, WY, WY★ 4.2 (77 reviews)From $33/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Firehole Canyon Campground is located on the far northeastern shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir within the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Rock Springs, Wyoming, is just 29 miles away. Boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities.The campground contains several family campsites.

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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
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersFishing
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsDump StationBoat Launch

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:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites.✕ You prefer crowded areas with ambient light — reviewers note it's very quiet at night with no city lights.✕ You visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 36 sites.

Bring sleeping pads; reviewers report rocky campsite surfaces.

Suitable for self-contained RVs only; most sites have no hookups despite dump station availability.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Best: Summer

Peak season for boating, fishing, water skiing, and swimming on Flaming Gorge Reservoir.

Things to do nearby

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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

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Midget Faded Rattlesnake and Great Basin Gopher Snake present in area. Also watch for Pronghorn, North American River Otter, and Least Chipmunk.

Location

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Getting there →

From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north about 95 miles, passing through Dutch John, to Forest Road 106. Go west on Forest Road 106 for about 10 miles to the campground. From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 toward Highway 43. Take Highway 43 to I-80. Take I-80 east about 13.5 miles to the junction with U.S. 191. Turn south on U.S. 191 and continue 13 miles to Forest Road 106. Take Forest Road 106 west about 10 miles to the campground. From Rock Springs, Wyoming, take I-80 west toward Green River abo

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Firehole Canyon Campground cost per night?+
Firehole Canyon Campground costs $33–$64 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Firehole Canyon Campground open?+
Firehole Canyon Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Firehole Canyon Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Firehole Canyon Campground?+
Firehole Canyon Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Firehole Canyon Campground?+
Firehole Canyon Campground 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 Firehole Canyon Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Firehole Canyon Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Firehole Canyon Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Firehole Canyon Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$33 /night★ 4.2 (77)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Antelope Flat (Ashley National Forest, Ut)

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From $30/night

Dutch John Draw Campground

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