Mustang Ridge Campground
Ashley National Forest — riverside, fishing
Location: MANILA, UT, UT
Price: From $82 per night
Price range: $82–$230 per night
Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (154 reviews)
Season: May through October
Mustang Ridge Campground is located on a high desert bluff above beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,300 feet. The reservoir can be accessed within a half-mile of the campground. Recreational activities abound, including boating, water skiing and fishing.A boat ramp is adjacent to the campground, offering great access to boating, water skiing and fishing on 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, Drinking Water, Showers, Electric Hookups, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch, Firewood for Sale
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Mustang Ridge sits on a high desert bluff 6,300 feet above Flaming Gorge Reservoir with excellent boating and fishing access via an adjacent boat ramp. Campers praise the dedicated camp hosts and scenic lake views.
Wildlife alert: Yellow-bellied Marmot, Bobcat, Osprey, and Black-throated Gray Warbler present in the area.
Insider tips for Mustang Ridge Campground: Book early as a federal campground with high demand Bring self-contained RV or expect no hookups at most sites Visit Sunny Cove Day Use Area within half-mile for quieter swimming
Skip Mustang Ridge Campground if: You need full RV hookups — only electric hookups available and most sites have no hookups. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May-October only. Bathroom cleanliness is a priority — multiple reviews report dirty restroom conditions.
Best time to visit Mustang Ridge Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Dutch John Draw Campground (MANILA, UT), Cedar Springs Campground (MANILA, UT), Deer Run Campground (MANILA, UT), Arch Dam Campground (MANILA, UT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Mustang Ridge Campground
Cell signal at Mustang Ridge Campground (MANILA, UT): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
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.
Mustang Ridge Campground is located on a high desert bluff above beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,300 feet. The reservoir can be accessed within a half-mile of the campground. Recreational activities abound, including boating, water skiing and fishing.A boat ramp is adjacent to the campground, offering great access to boating, water skiing and fishing on the reservoir.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as a federal campground with high demand
Bring self-contained RV or expect no hookups at most sites
Visit Sunny Cove Day Use Area within half-mile for quieter swimming
Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From Vernal, take U.S. 191 north for 51 miles. Three miles north of Dutch John on U.S. 191, turn west onto Forest Road 184 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground. From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and go north for about 13 miles, passing through Dutch John. Three miles north of Dutch John on U.S. 191, turn west onto Forest Road 184 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground. From Rock Springs, Wyoming, take I-80 west toward Green River abo
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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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