Buckboard
BUCKBOARD
Part of Manti-La Sal National Forest
Overview
Buckboard Campground sits in the Manti-LaSal National Forest in southeast Utah at the foot of the Abajo Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails.Facilities
The campground offers several single-family sites, as well as two group sites than can each accommodate up to 50 guests. Firewood may be collected in and around the campground. Forest Road 105 to the campground is paved, while parking spurs and the road within the campground are graveled. There are two vault toilets and the campground has water available (seasonally.) There is a 14 day stay limit at this campground.
Natural Features
Aspens and Gambel oaks surround the site, offering partial shade. The campground sits at an elevation of 8,900 feet, and summer temperatures range from 75-85 degrees during the day and 50-60 degrees at night. Mule deer, wild turkeys and black bears frequent the area.Recreation
Popular activities include fishing, hiking and off-road vehicle riding. Several trailheads are nearby, including Robertson's Pasture Trail and Spring Creek Trail. The Abajo Loop State Scenic Backway passes by the campground. It leads from the desert floor and red rock canyons to steep mountains over 10,000 feet high, with overlooks and panoramic views. The byway is suitable for passenger vehicles from late spring through fall but is not recommended for large RVs.Nearby Attractions
Other attractions in the area include Canyonlands, Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, Natural Bridges National Monument, Dark Canyon Wilderness, Edge of the Cedars State Park, Lake Powell and numerous archaeological sites.Important Notices
- There are no water, electrical or sewer hookups at this site however there are water spigots for campground use.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Available Activities
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Auto Touring - Auto Touring
- Biking - Biking
- Hunting - Hunting
- Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
- Off Highway Vehicle Trails - Off Highway Vehicle Trails
- Photography - Photography
- Picnicking - Picnicking
- Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
- Star Gazing - Star Gazing
Directions
Located in Southeast Utah, six miles west of Monticello on paved Forest Road 105.
Contact Information
Phone: 435-587-2041
397 N. Main StMonticello, UT 84535
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 8, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site South Group, Loop North, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 9, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 5, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 7, Loop South, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site North Group, Loop North, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site 3, Loop North, Type Standard Nonelectric
