Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins

Fishlake National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: RICHFIELD, UT, UT

Price: From $300 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (2 reviews)

Season: May through October

Gooseberry Administrative Site Cabins are located just 18 miles from Salina Utah. These historic structures were used as Forest Service summer headquarters from 1907 to 1960. Today, the site is used for family reunions, group events, scout and church groups, and youth camps.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Showers, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/gooseberry-admin-site-cabins to be notified when sites open up.

Historic Forest Service cabins (1907-1960) ideal for group events, family reunions, and youth camps with highly praised campground hosts. Google reviewers consistently highlight clean facilities, helpful staff, and spacious grounds perfect for family gatherings.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Uinta Chipmunk, Osprey, American Kestrel, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Tree Swallow, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area.

Insider tips for Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Great for group events and family reunions with ample open space Great Western Trail trailheads nearby for hiking and horseback riding access

Skip Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only. You prefer modern facilities — buildings are historic structures from early 1900s.

Best time to visit Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Mt Terrill Guard Station (Richfield, UT), Tasha Equestrian (Loa, UT), Paiute Campground (Glenwood, UT), Frying Pan (Loa, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins

Cell signal at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins (RICHFIELD, 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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Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins

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RICHFIELD, UT, UT★ 5 (2 reviews)From $300/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Gooseberry Administrative Site Cabins are located just 18 miles from Salina Utah. These historic structures were used as Forest Service summer headquarters from 1907 to 1960. Today, the site is used for family reunions, group events, scout and church groups, and youth camps.

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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 RV30 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsCamp Host

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 plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ You prefer modern facilities — buildings are historic structures from early 1900s

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited availability

Great for group events and family reunions with ample open space

Great Western Trail trailheads nearby for hiking and horseback riding access

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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: Mule Deer, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Uinta Chipmunk, Osprey, American Kestrel, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Tree Swallow, and Wandering Garter Snake present in the area.

Location

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435-896-9233· Fishlake National Forest
Getting there →

From Salina, Utah, take I-70 eastbound about 7 miles to Gooseberry Road exit 63. Go south on County Road 640 for 10 miles to the Gooseberry Administrative Site on the right side of the road, just beyond Gooseberry Campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins cost per night?+
Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins costs $300 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins open?+
Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?+
Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?+
Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins 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 Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins open, and what are check-in times?+
Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$300 /night★ 5 (2)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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