Flat Canyon

Manti-La Sal National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: EPHRAIM,, UT, UT

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$50 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (19 reviews)

Season: May through October

Flat Canyon Campground is located high on the Wasatch Plateau, at an elevation of 8,800 feet. The site is conveniently located near Electric Lake, where visitors enjoy boating and fishing.A trail leads from the campground to small Boulger Reservoir, directly below the site. Electric Lake is approximately one mile away.

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/flat-canyon to be notified when sites open up.

Flat Canyon sits at 8,800 feet on the Wasatch Plateau with excellent access to Electric Lake and surrounding reservoirs for boating and fishing. Campers consistently praise the clean facilities, well-spaced sites, and easy access to multiple recreational activities.

Wildlife alert: Elk, Mule Deer, Uinta Ground Squirrel, American Badger, Northern Flicker, Purple Martin, Western Tanager, and Mallard present in the area.

Insider tips for Flat Canyon: Book early — this is a popular federal campground that fills up. Site 13 is the group site with extra-large fire pit and numerous picnic tables, ideal for larger parties. Electric Lake is only one mile away; Boulger Reservoir trail starts directly from camp.

Skip Flat Canyon if: You need RV hookups — only electric hookups available and most sites have no hookups; suitable for self-contained RVs only.. You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only.. You prefer developed facilities — vault toilets only, no shower houses..

Best time to visit Flat Canyon: July — Multiple camper reviews specifically mention July visits with excellent conditions and full campground availability.. May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Gooseberry Creek Campground (EPHRAIM, UT), Mammoth Cabin (Ephraim, UT), Lake Canyon Rec Area (FERRON, UT), Cleveland Reservoir Campground (Ferron, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Flat Canyon

Cell signal at Flat Canyon (EPHRAIM,, 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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EPHRAIM,, UT, UT★ 4.2 (19 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Flat Canyon Campground is located high on the Wasatch Plateau, at an elevation of 8,800 feet. The site is conveniently located near Electric Lake, where visitors enjoy boating and fishing.A trail leads from the campground to small Boulger Reservoir, directly below the site. Electric Lake is approximately one mile away.

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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.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
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:✕ You need RV hookups — only electric hookups available and most sites have no hookups; suitable for self-contained RVs only.✕ You're visiting outside May through October — seasonal operations only.✕ You prefer developed facilities — vault toilets only, no shower houses.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground that fills up.

Site 13 is the group site with extra-large fire pit and numerous picnic tables, ideal for larger parties.

Electric Lake is only one mile away; Boulger Reservoir trail starts directly from camp.

Best: July

Multiple camper reviews specifically mention July visits with excellent conditions and full campground availability.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

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

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Elk, Mule Deer, Uinta Ground Squirrel, American Badger, Northern Flicker, Purple Martin, Western Tanager, and Mallard present in the area.

Location

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(435)283-4151· Manti-La Sal National Forest
Getting there →

From Fairview, Utah, travel east on Highway 31 to Highway 264, then continue east on Highway 264 for four miles.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Flat Canyon cost per night?+
Flat Canyon costs $10–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Flat Canyon open?+
Flat Canyon is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Flat Canyon have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Flat Canyon?+
Flat Canyon can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Flat Canyon?+
Flat Canyon 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 Flat Canyon?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Flat Canyon is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Flat Canyon open, and what are check-in times?+
Flat Canyon is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$10 /night★ 4.2 (19)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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