Twelve Mile Flat

Manti-La Sal National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: FERRON, UT, UT

Price: From $7 per night

Price range: $7–$40 per night

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 (20 reviews)

Season: May through October

Twelve Mile Flat Campground is located beneath the shadow of Mt. Baldy near the top of the Wasatch Plateau in an open, wildflower-filled meadow surrounded by spruce and pines.ATV trails are abundant in the area, providing exciting riding for all skill levels. Skyline Drive passes just above the campground.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

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

Located in an open, wildflower-filled meadow beneath Mt. Baldy on the Wasatch Plateau with abundant ATV trails and short access to Ferron Reservoir for fishing and canoeing. Campers consistently praise it as beautiful, quiet, and remote with no cell service.

Wildlife alert: Uinta Ground Squirrel, American Beaver, Mountain Bluebird, Townsend's Solitaire, Mountain Chickadee, Ruffed Grouse, and Wandering Garter Snake documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Twelve Mile Flat: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Site 14 is recommended for tents according to camper feedback. Road has significant washboard conditions; expect a rough final stretch on Forest Development Road 22.

Skip Twelve Mile Flat if: You need RV hookups—none available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require water access—vault toilets only, no water.. You need cell service—area has no coverage.. You prefer sites with distance between neighbors—sites are close together..

Best time to visit Twelve Mile Flat: May-October — Official operating season; wildflowers present during peak months..

Nearby campgrounds: Indian Creek Guard Station (Ferron, UT), Ferron Reservoir (FERRON , UT), Willow Lake (FERRON, UT), Twin Lake Campground (Ephraim, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Twelve Mile Flat

Cell signal at Twelve Mile Flat (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★ 3.5 (20 reviews)From $7/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Twelve Mile Flat Campground is located beneath the shadow of Mt. Baldy near the top of the Wasatch Plateau in an open, wildflower-filled meadow surrounded by spruce and pines.ATV trails are abundant in the area, providing exciting riding for all skill levels. Skyline Drive passes just above the campground.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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

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 RV hookups—none available; only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require water access—vault toilets only, no water.✕ You need cell service—area has no coverage.✕ You prefer sites with distance between neighbors—sites are close together.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Site 14 is recommended for tents according to camper feedback.

Road has significant washboard conditions; expect a rough final stretch on Forest Development Road 22.

Best: May-October

Official operating season; wildflowers present during peak months.

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: Uinta Ground Squirrel, American Beaver, Mountain Bluebird, Townsend's Solitaire, Mountain Chickadee, Ruffed Grouse, and Wandering Garter Snake documented within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

Travel east up Twelve Mile Canyon on Forest Development Road 22 for approximately 20 miles, or travel west up Ferron Canyon on Forest Development Road 22 for 31 miles.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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 Twelve Mile Flat cost per night?+
Twelve Mile Flat costs $7–$40 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Twelve Mile Flat open?+
Twelve Mile Flat is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Twelve Mile Flat have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Twelve Mile Flat?+
Twelve Mile Flat can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Twelve Mile Flat?+
Twelve Mile Flat 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 Twelve Mile Flat?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Twelve Mile Flat is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Twelve Mile Flat open, and what are check-in times?+
Twelve Mile Flat is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
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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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$7 /night★ 3.5 (20)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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