Gooseberry Creek Campground
Gooseberry Creek Campground
Part of Manti-La Sal National Forest
Overview
Gooseberry Group Campground is located on an aspen-covered hillside above Gooseberry Reservoir, at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and canoeing on the small reservoir and exploring area trails.Facilities
The campground offers group campsites equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Garbage collection facilities are not available, requiring visitors to pack out all trash.A well-maintained dirt road leads to the campground, providing relatively easy access for cars and RVs alike.
Natural Features
The campground lies within a grove of aspens that is dotted with mature fir trees, in a valley high on the Wasatch Plateau. Some campsites are sunny with little tree cover, while some have ample shade. Sagebrush, grasses and summer wildflowers fill the scenic valley.Recreation
Gooseberry Reservoir, which is visible from several sites, offers good cutthroat and rainbow trout fishing, as well as canoeing. The Great Western Trail runs near the campground, offering excellent opportunities for hiking, biking and off-road vehicle riding.Nearby Attractions
Important Notices
- Horses are not allowed in the campground
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground
- Additional campsites may be available on a first-come, first-served basis
- Click here for more information on the Manti-La Sal National Forest
- 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
- HIKING - Hiking
- FISHING - Fishing
- CAMPING - Camping
- BOATING - Canoeing
- BIKING - Biking
Directions
From Fairview, Utah, travel north about a mile on Highway 89, to the junction with Highway 31. Travel east on Highway 31 for about nine miles, to the junction with Forest Development Road 124. Go north on Forest Development Road 124 for one mile to the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: (435)283-4151
540 NORTH MAIN STREETEPHRAIM, UT 84627
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 01, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site GS4, Loop GOOS, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop GOOS, Type Standard Nonelectric
