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Firefighters Campground is just 3 miles from beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir, within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest. The campground serves as a memorial to three firefighters who lost their lives in the 1977 Cart Creek Fire. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, swimming and hiking.
Bear Canyon Trail begins across the road from the campground, offering hiking and biking opportunities. This easy 3-mile round-trip trail leads to views of Red Canyon and Flaming Gorge.
Beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir is just 3 miles from the campground. The reservoir is known for its world-class fishing for lake, brown and rainbow trout.
Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are also popular activities.
The campground offers several family sites, six of which are accessible. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring; some sites have grills.
Flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station are available. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are paved. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
Public showers are available 2.5 miles away at Deer Run Campground.
Bootleg Amphitheater, with a screen support and bleacher seating for 120 people, is located just across the road. Educational programs are offered throughout the summer season. A scenic overlook dedicated to the firefighters is located on-site.
The campground is situated on a gently-sloping hillside dotted with shady ponderosa pines and juniper, at an elevation of 6,900 feet.
Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
The Green River below the dam provides spectacular rafting opportunities. A trip down the river offers unique geology, outlaw history and Native American rock art.
From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north about 41 miles.
From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and travel approximately 3 miles north.
From Rock Springs, Wyoming, take I-80 west toward Green River about 6 miles to the junction with U.S. 191/Flaming Gorge Road. Take U.S. 191 south for about 71 miles, passing through Dutch John.
Camp hosts would not enforce any rules. Generators and karaoke machines going until 2 AM. Multiple vehicles and a boat parked on the road so trailers couldn't get past. Hosts would not make it stop. Used to be a great place, especially with Mike as the host. Now it's going downhill fast. Called the forest service and ranger for help and no one came.
Flushable toilets that work. Enough said. The campground is well maintained and easy to find. The spots feel secluded I especially like the squares off tent space. It would be nice to be able to fit more small tents than one big one.
The other day I was just chillin, and all of the sudden I was all like "I really wanna go campin!" So that's exactly what I did! I got in my car and driveded to my reservation. Once I got there I was like "holy cow! This place is lit!" (And it really was!) I went and set up my little tent, and got my sleeping pad out for maximum comfort. Then I ate some absolutely slappin s'mores! The moral of this story is that campin is pretty lit, and if you ever want to go campin then just do it bub!
I recently had the opportunity to visit Firefighters Memorial Campground, and overall, it was a great experience. The campground is surrounded by beautiful trees and is conveniently located near Cedar Springs Marina, providing easy access to water activities.
However, one aspect to consider is the size of the sites. If you have a large 5th wheel or RV, it's important to ensure that the spot you reserve can accommodate your vehicle. Unfortunately, the sites are on the smaller side, which could pose a challenge for those with larger rigs.
One issue we encountered during our stay was the campground's refund policy. Our friends mistakenly ended up in a different spot due to the size of their Rv than the one they had reserved, and the campground staff did not provide a refund for the extra spot they had to pay for. It's worth noting this potential inconvenience to avoid any surprises.
Despite these considerations, the campground's scenic surroundings and proximity to the marina make it an attractive destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Just be sure to double-check the site size and clarify the refund policy before making your reservation.
Love camping here! Been going every year for the last few years for my summer camping trip. Done the river and the reservoir. The campsite is great. Plenty of room, bathrooms are nice (one year they had a porta potty instead, but no issue). Can't wait to go back this year!
