Jarvies Boat In Group
Ashley National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking
Location: MANILA, UT, UT
Price: From $173 per night
Rating: 2.5 out of 5 (12 reviews)
Season: May through October
Jarvies Boat-in Group Campground is located on beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir in Jarvies Canyon at an elevation of 6,040 feet. The campground is part of the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Campers must boat-in to the facility, and the nearest boat ramps are located at Cedar Springs and Mustang Ridge Marinas, both 20 minutes across the water.The campground is situated among dense stands of juniper and pinyon pine on a hillside overlooking the reservoir.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Jarvies Boat-In Group Campground offers a unique boat-in experience on the scenic Flaming Gorge Reservoir at 6,040 feet elevation with excellent recreation opportunities including fishing, water sports, and hiking. Google reviewers consistently praise the amazing views and magical camping experience, with a 4.2/5 rating from 21 reviews.
Wildlife alert: Bighorn Sheep, Bobcat, Osprey, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Mountain Cottontail, Black-tailed Jackrabbit, Turkey Vulture, Plateau Fence Lizard, Wandering Garter Snake, and Common Sagebrush Lizard present in the area.
Insider tips for Jarvies Boat In Group: Book early — this is a federal campground with limited availability (1 group site). Access via Cedar Springs Marina or Mustang Ridge Marina, approximately 20 minutes across water by boat. Bring your own boat or arrange boat access before arrival; no on-site boat rentals mentioned.
Skip Jarvies Boat In Group if: You require RV hookups — no hookups available at this facility.. You need reliable facilities — Google reviews report inconsistent camp host presence and maintenance issues with bathrooms.. You cannot access the site by boat — boat-in only access is mandatory..
Best time to visit Jarvies Boat In Group: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. June-early July — Before peak summer heat and peak July crowds; early reviews cite maintenance issues in July..
Nearby campgrounds: Jarvies Family Boat In (MANILA, UT), Mustang Ridge Campground (MANILA, UT), Cedar Springs Campground (MANILA, UT), Deer Run Campground (MANILA, UT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Jarvies Boat In Group
Cell signal at Jarvies Boat In Group (MANILA, UT): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Jarvies Boat-in Group Campground is located on beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir in Jarvies Canyon at an elevation of 6,040 feet. The campground is part of the Flaming Gorge Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. Campers must boat-in to the facility, and the nearest boat ramps are located at Cedar Springs and Mustang Ridge Marinas, both 20 minutes across the water.The campground is situated among dense stands of juniper and pinyon pine on a hillside overlooking the reservoir.
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Insider tips & when to go
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this is a federal campground with limited availability (1 group site).
Access via Cedar Springs Marina or Mustang Ridge Marina, approximately 20 minutes across water by boat.
Bring your own boat or arrange boat access before arrival; no on-site boat rentals mentioned.
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Before peak summer heat and peak July crowds; early reviews cite maintenance issues in July.
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
Cedar Springs Marina is the closest boat ramp to Jarvies. Jarvies Canyon is the first canyon west and a little north of the marina and is only accessed by boat. From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north 42 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to Cedar Springs Marina. From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and go north for about 4 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to Cedar Springs Marina. From Ro
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- 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.
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