Gooseberry Creek Campground

Manti-La Sal National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: EPHRAIM, UT, UT

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$40 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

Gooseberry Group Campground is located on an aspen-covered hillside above Gooseberry Reservoir, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and canoeing on the small reservoir and exploring area trails.Gooseberry Reservoir, which is visible from several sites, offers good cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing, as well as canoeing. The Great Western Trail runs near the campground, offering excellent opportunities for hiking, biking and off-road vehicle riding.The campground offers group c

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Small, beautiful campground nestled in aspen-covered hills above Gooseberry Reservoir at 8,500 feet elevation offering excellent cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing, canoeing, and access to the Great Western Trail for hiking and biking.

Wildlife alert: Elk, Mule Deer, Uinta Ground Squirrel, Oregon Jumping Mouse, Dusky Grouse, Dark-eyed Junco, MacGillivray's Warbler, Northern Flicker, and Greater Short-horned Lizard

Insider tips for Gooseberry Creek Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 9 sites Access via long rutted dirt road; high-clearance or 4WD vehicles recommended Campground nestled in aspens provides natural shade and peaceful atmosphere

Skip Gooseberry Creek Campground if: You require RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You need paved road access — dirt road approach is long and rutted. You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Gooseberry Creek Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Mammoth Cabin (Ephraim, UT), Gooseberry Reservoir (EPHRAIM, UT), Flat Canyon (EPHRAIM,, UT), Lake Canyon Rec Area (FERRON, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Gooseberry Creek Campground

Cell signal at Gooseberry Creek Campground (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★ 4.4 (9 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Gooseberry Group Campground is located on an aspen-covered hillside above Gooseberry Reservoir, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and canoeing on the small reservoir and exploring area trails.Gooseberry Reservoir, which is visible from several sites, offers good cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing, as well as canoeing. The Great Western Trail runs near the campground, offering excellent opportunities for hiking, biking and off-road vehicle riding.The campground offers group campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings.

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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. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

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Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You require RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You need paved road access — dirt road approach is long and rutted✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 9 sites

Access via long rutted dirt road; high-clearance or 4WD vehicles recommended

Campground nestled in aspens provides natural shade and peaceful atmosphere

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Elk, Mule Deer, Uinta Ground Squirrel, Oregon Jumping Mouse, Dusky Grouse, Dark-eyed Junco, MacGillivray's Warbler, Northern Flicker, and Greater Short-horned Lizard

Location

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Getting there →

From Fairview, Utah, travel north about a mile on Highway 89, to the junction with Highway 31. Travel east on Highway 31 for about nine miles, to the junction with Forest Development Road 124. Go north on Forest Development Road 124 for one mile to the campground.

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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

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How much does Gooseberry Creek Campground cost per night?+
Gooseberry Creek Campground costs $10–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Gooseberry Creek Campground open?+
Gooseberry Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Gooseberry Creek Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Gooseberry Creek Campground?+
Gooseberry Creek Campground can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Gooseberry Creek Campground?+
Gooseberry Creek 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 Gooseberry Creek Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gooseberry Creek Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Gooseberry Creek Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Gooseberry Creek Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 4.4 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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