Orange Olsen

Manti-La Sal National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Ferron, UT, UT

Price: From $40 per night

Price range: $40–$60 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (29 reviews)

Season: May through October

Orange Olsen is located at 7,000 feet with a panoramic view of Joes Valley. The dwelling and cabin offer amenities including solar powered lighting, LP range and heated shower. The dwelling can accommodate six visitors while the cabin sleeps four.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Showers, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Orange Olsen offers scenic forest service cabins at 7,000 feet with panoramic views of Joes Valley Reservoir, providing boating and fishing opportunities minutes away. Google reviewers rate it 4.6/5 stars and rank it among their top five cabin experiences.

Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Coyote, Osprey, Clark's Nutcracker, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake present in the area

Insider tips for Orange Olsen: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand Bring alternate light source — solar powered lighting may not function as advertised per camper reports Bring a cooler or ice chest — cabins have no refrigerator

Skip Orange Olsen if: You need electrical hookups — cabins have no electricity despite solar systems. You require modern amenities — reviewers note these are rough dwellings. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Orange Olsen: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Joes Valley Reservoir (FERRON , UT), Joes Valley Pavilion Group Site A (FERRON, UT), Cottonwood Canyon Campground (UT), Seely Creek Guard Station (Ferron, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Orange Olsen

Cell signal at Orange Olsen (Ferron, 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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Ferron, UT, UT★ 4.5 (29 reviews)From $40/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Orange Olsen is located at 7,000 feet with a panoramic view of Joes Valley. The dwelling and cabin offer amenities including solar powered lighting, LP range and heated shower. The dwelling can accommodate six visitors while the cabin sleeps four.

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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 RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
ToiletsFlush toilets
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowersBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
RestroomsFishing

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 electrical hookups — cabins have no electricity despite solar systems✕ You require modern amenities — reviewers note these are rough dwellings✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand

Bring alternate light source

solar powered lighting may not function as advertised per camper reports

Bring a cooler or ice chest

cabins have no refrigerator

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: Bobcat, Coyote, Osprey, Clark's Nutcracker, and Western Terrestrial Garter Snake present in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From Orangeville, Utah, proceed west on Utah Highway 29 for approximately 10 miles to Joes Valley Reservoir. Continue on Hwy 29 around the north end of the reservoir to Forest Road 0144 where a sign directs you to Orange Olsen Administrative Site. Turn right (north) on this gravel road for 200 feet. The Orange Olsen dwelling is to your left, Orange Olsen cabin is straight ahead.

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 Orange Olsen cost per night?+
Orange Olsen costs $40–$60 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Orange Olsen open?+
Orange Olsen is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Orange Olsen have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Orange Olsen?+
Orange Olsen can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Orange Olsen?+
Orange Olsen 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 Orange Olsen?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Orange Olsen is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Orange Olsen open, and what are check-in times?+
Orange Olsen is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$40 /night★ 4.5 (29)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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