South Temple Wash

San Rafael Swell Recreation Area — hiking

Location: Ferron, UT, UT

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$50 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

South Temple Wash is a fee campground in the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area. South Temple Wash campground is located along the Temple Mountain Road on the east side of the Reef. A short distance back to the east of the campground is the turn to go to Goblin Valley State Park.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

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South Temple Wash is a $15/night fee campground in the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area with well-spaced sites featuring fire pits and picnic tables. Located near popular attractions including Goblin Valley State Park and Little Wild Horse Canyon, it offers convenient access to hiking, climbing, and scenic drives.

Wildlife alert: Midget Faded Rattlesnake, Desert Spiny Lizard, Western Whiptail, Kit Fox, and Pronghorn have been documented in the area. Common birds include Common Raven, Violet-green Swallow, and Dark-eyed Junco.

Insider tips for South Temple Wash: First-come, first-served with no reservations required All sites have fire pits and picnic tables Sites are spaced well with multiple campsites along dirt road offshoots No cell signal at campground

Skip South Temple Wash if: You need water hookups — no hookups available at sites. You require trash services — no trash collection. You need cell phone reception — no signal reported. You need water access — no water source at campground. You prefer reserved sites — first-come, first-served only. You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit South Temple Wash: May-October — Official operational season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Temple Mountain Townsite Campground (Hanksville, UT), San Rafael Swinging Bridge Campground (Price, UT), Buckhorn Draw (Price, UT), Capitol Reef Group Campground (Torrey, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at South Temple Wash

Cell signal at South Temple Wash (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★ 4.2 (4 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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South Temple Wash is a fee campground in the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area. South Temple Wash campground is located along the Temple Mountain Road on the east side of the Reef. A short distance back to the east of the campground is the turn to go to Goblin Valley State Park.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

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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 water hookups — no hookups available at sites✕ You require trash services — no trash collection✕ You need cell phone reception — no signal reported✕ You need water access — no water source at campground✕ You prefer reserved sites — first-come, first-served only✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served with no reservations required

All sites have fire pits and picnic tables

Sites are spaced well with multiple campsites along dirt road offshoots

No cell signal at campground

Best: May-October

Official operational season for the campground

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: Midget Faded Rattlesnake, Desert Spiny Lizard, Western Whiptail, Kit Fox, and Pronghorn have been documented in the area. Common birds include Common Raven, Violet-green Swallow, and Dark-eyed Junco.

Location

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Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — San Rafael Swell Recreation Area fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at San Rafael Swell Recreation Area before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does South Temple Wash cost per night?+
South Temple Wash costs $15–$50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is South Temple Wash open?+
South Temple Wash is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does South Temple Wash have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at South Temple Wash?+
South Temple Wash is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at South Temple Wash?+
South Temple Wash 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 South Temple Wash?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at South Temple Wash is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is South Temple Wash open, and what are check-in times?+
South Temple Wash is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$15 /night★ 4.2 (4)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Capitol Reef Group Campground

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