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Upper Stillwater

Ashley National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: DUCHESNE, UT, UT

Price: From $10 per night

Price range: $10–$30 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (31 reviews)

Season: May through October

Upper Stillwater Campground is located below its namesake reservoir in the Rock Creek Drainage on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring the popular Rock Creek Trail.The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 32 people. It is equipped with picnic tables, grills, a campfire ring, three tent pads and RV parking.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Camp Host, Fishing

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

Upper Stillwater Campground is beautifully maintained with excellent facilities including flush toilets and drinking water, located in a scenic box canyon below the reservoir with direct access to Rock Creek Trail and the High Uintas Wilderness. Google reviewers consistently praise the stunning vistas, well-spaced campsites, and quiet atmosphere.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Mountain Goat, American Pika, Dusky Grouse, and Sharp-shinned Hawk are research-grade sightings in the area.

Insider tips for Upper Stillwater: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites All campsites have picnic tables and fire rings despite lack of hookups Multiple water spigots available throughout campground Rock Creek Trail entrance is just outside the campground for immediate hiking access

Skip Upper Stillwater if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 11 total sites available.

Best time to visit Upper Stillwater: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Yellowpine (DUCHESNE, UT), Rock Creek Group (Ut) (DUCHESNE, UT), Aspen (Ut) (DUCHESNE, UT), Hades (DUCHESNE, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Upper Stillwater

Cell signal at Upper Stillwater (DUCHESNE, 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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    DUCHESNE, UT, UT★ 4.5 (31 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Upper Stillwater Campground is located below its namesake reservoir in the Rock Creek Drainage on the southern slope of the beautiful Uinta Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring the popular Rock Creek Trail.The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 32 people. It is equipped with picnic tables, grills, a campfire ring, three tent pads and RV parking.

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    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV30 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesDump Station
    Family & Pets
    Flush ToiletsCamp Host

    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 — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 11 total sites available

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites

    All campsites have picnic tables and fire rings despite lack of hookups

    Multiple water spigots available throughout campground

    Rock Creek Trail entrance is just outside the campground for immediate hiking access

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    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: Mule Deer, Mountain Goat, American Pika, Dusky Grouse, and Sharp-shinned Hawk are research-grade sightings in the area.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    1111111111· Ashley National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Duchesne, Utah: Take Highway 87 approximately 20 miles north to Mountain Home. Turn left at the Rock Creek Store and travel 18 miles to the campground.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

    Community

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

    Pro tips

    • 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.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Upper Stillwater cost per night?+
    Upper Stillwater costs $10–$30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Upper Stillwater open?+
    Upper Stillwater is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Upper Stillwater have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Upper Stillwater?+
    Upper Stillwater can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Upper Stillwater?+
    Upper Stillwater 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 Upper Stillwater?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Upper Stillwater is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Upper Stillwater open, and what are check-in times?+
    Upper Stillwater is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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    $10 /night★ 4.5 (31)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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