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Ashley/Lucerne Valley
Overview
Ashley/Lucerne Valley is a premier destination within the Ashley National Forest near Manila, Utah. Situated on the shores of the expansive Flaming Gorge Reservoir, this facility provides a unique blend of rugged natural beauty and convenient access to water recreation. It serves as a central hub for those exploring the northeastern corner of Utah, offering a well-maintained environment where the high desert meets the deep blue waters of one of the region's most iconic lakes.
Location & Surroundings
The park is located in the Lucerne Valley area, just a short drive from the town of Manila and the Wyoming border. The surrounding landscape is characterized by sagebrush-covered hills and striking geological formations that define the Flaming Gorge area. Visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the water against a backdrop of distant mountains. This high-altitude desert environment provides clear, sunny skies and a sense of vast openness that is perfect for stargazing and enjoying the quietude of the Utah wilderness.
Amenities & Park Features
As one of the most developed campgrounds in the area, the facility offers a variety of site types to accommodate different camping styles. Many sites feature electric hookups, which is a significant draw for RVers looking for extra comfort in a forest service setting. On-site amenities include flush toilets, drinking water, and accessible showers. For those bringing watercraft, the proximity to a full-service marina and multiple boat ramps makes it incredibly easy to launch for a day on the reservoir. The sites are generally spacious, with paved spurs designed to accommodate larger rigs.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw is the reservoir itself, world-renowned for its trophy lake trout fishing and variety of water sports like paddleboarding and kayaking. Just a short drive away, the Sheep Creek Geologic Loop offers a stunning self-guided tour through twisted rock layers and ancient canyons. Hikers and photographers will appreciate the Red Canyon Rim, which provides breathtaking overlooks of the gorge from a thousand feet above the water. Wildlife enthusiasts should keep an eye out for pronghorn and bighorn sheep that frequent the nearby cliffs.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for boating enthusiasts and anglers who want immediate access to the water without sacrificing basic utility hookups. It is also an excellent choice for families and groups who require larger spaces for multi-vehicle setups or big-rig accessibility. Travelers seeking a comfortable basecamp for exploring the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area will find the balance of services and scenery here to be unmatched. If you enjoy sun-drenched days on the lake and cool desert nights, this is the perfect stop.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Tonja Hall
Even after 'renovations' to the campground - there are no water or sewer hookups. It's beautiful here and we enjoy boating here but wish that when they upgraded the campsites they would have added water & sewer hookups - moving the trailer to drain the tanks & refill the fresh water tank mid-trip is less than ideal.
Pat Ellsworth
We have been coming to Flaming Gorge for years as a family and this the 1st time I have been really disappointed with the facilities. The bathrooms were filthy and the showers were disgusting. They weren't cleaned for the entire 10 days we stayed! So disappointing because it's been such a great place and my family has loved going! The camp ground crew really doesn't care about the guests staying, or the facility anymore! So sad!!!
Robert Rutledge
DO NOT stay 2025! The current camp host do not care! Way different than 2024. Off leash dogs everywhere, camp sites with 15 20 people multiple cars all over the place. People walking through our campsite after we asked them several times not to. Our site was dirty and stained up I asked if they could pressure wash the site and they said they would look into it. I told him there was a dirty used Band-Aid under the camp Site table They said that was gross and they would pass it on the cleaning crew, been a week nothing has happened. The camp post will come by And pick up the firewood left behind, but I’ll pick up any trash that was left behind. Nobody is picking up after dogs. If you have reservations for 2025 I highly suggest you canceled them. People on bicycles Trying to sell meth. All of this was brought up to camp hosts and the check-in Office several times nobody cares.
Erin Belk
The campground was pretty well maintained and the view was beautiful. The bathroom for our loop was out of order so we had to use another much more crowded loop’s bathroom. The sites are very close to each other so there is not much privacy. We did not have any shade at our site either. Some of the sites had covered picnic tables. There were several large groups camping near us, so the campground was very loud in the evenings and mornings.
Tad McLeland
Campsite was super clean as well as the bathroom and shower facilities. Sites were arranged to shelter from windy days and for ease of parking even larger rigs. RV spaces are paved and easy to level on as well as space to park another vehicle next to the RV. Easy booking online and after-hours arrival. Power hookups were well placed. Not many trees but that is indicative of the area.