Yellowstone Group Campground

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: ROOSEVELT, UT, UT

Price: From $30 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

Yellowstone Group Campground lies along its pretty namesake river on the southern slope of the Uinta Mountains, about 40 miles from Duchesne, Utah. Visitors come to the area to enjoy its extensive off-road trail system and great fishing opportunities.The Yellowstone River offers fishing for rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout. The Yellowstone ATV Trail System is conveniently close, with over 50 miles of trail on the Petty Mountain and Dry Gulch Loops.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Yellowstone Group Campground sits along the scenic Yellowstone River on the southern slope of the Uinta Mountains with excellent fishing opportunities for rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout. The area offers access to over 50 miles of ATV trails on the Petty Mountain and Dry Gulch Loops, plus hiking and biking options.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, American Beaver, Bald Eagle, and Wandering Garter Snake have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Yellowstone Group Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground. Road to campground (FR 119) is rough and rocky in places; high-clearance or 4WD recommended. 2 miles from a fishing reservoir in addition to riverside fishing.

Skip Yellowstone Group Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at sites.. You prefer self-contained, quieter camping — recent road grading has increased traffic and generator use.. You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal closure..

Best time to visit Yellowstone Group Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Moon Lake Group Campground (Duchesne, UT), Moon Lake Guard Station (DUCHESNE, UT), Moon Lake Campground (Duchesne, UT), Rock Creek Group (Ut) (DUCHESNE, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Yellowstone Group Campground

Cell signal at Yellowstone Group Campground (ROOSEVELT, 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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ROOSEVELT, UT, UT★ 3.7 (6 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Yellowstone Group Campground lies along its pretty namesake river on the southern slope of the Uinta Mountains, about 40 miles from Duchesne, Utah. Visitors come to the area to enjoy its extensive off-road trail system and great fishing opportunities.The Yellowstone River offers fishing for rainbow, brown, brook and cutthroat trout. The Yellowstone ATV Trail System is conveniently close, with over 50 miles of trail on the Petty Mountain and Dry Gulch Loops.

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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 RV25 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 RV hookups — no hookups available at sites.✕ You prefer self-contained, quieter camping — recent road grading has increased traffic and generator use.✕ You're visiting outside May-October — seasonal closure.

Insider tips & when to go

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Book early

this is a popular federal campground.

Road to campground (FR 119) is rough and rocky in places; high-clearance or 4WD recommended.

2 miles from a fishing reservoir in addition to riverside fishing.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Moose, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, American Beaver, Bald Eagle, and Wandering Garter Snake have been documented in the area.

Location

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From Duchesne, Utah: Take Highway 87 north to Mountain Home, then travel on Uinta and Ouray Indian Reservation Road to Forest Road 131 to Forest Road 119. FR 119 is rough and rocky in places.

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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

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How much does Yellowstone Group Campground cost per night?+
Yellowstone Group Campground costs $30 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Yellowstone Group Campground open?+
Yellowstone Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Yellowstone Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Yellowstone Group Campground?+
Yellowstone Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet.
How do I make reservations at Yellowstone Group Campground?+
Yellowstone Group Campground 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 Yellowstone Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Yellowstone Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Yellowstone Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Yellowstone Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$30 /night★ 3.7 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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