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Ferron Reservoir Campground
Overview
Overview
Ferron Reservoir Campground in Forest Rd 2064, UT offers a high-elevation alpine camping experience situated in the rugged terrain of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. This mountain destination places travelers directly into the backcountry of central Utah, providing an authentic outdoor retreat away from urban noise. RVers navigating the Wasatch Plateau will find this location ideal for accessing remote forest roads, mountain streams, and cool summer temperatures.
Location & Surroundings
Positioned high in the mountains along Forest Road 2064, this campground is characterized by dense stands of aspen and pine, steep grades, and crisp alpine air. Travelers typically approach from nearby communities such as Ferron or Emery via winding canyon roads. Because of the elevated mountainous geography, visitors should expect variable weather conditions, frequent summer afternoon thunderstorms, and limited cell phone reception throughout the surrounding forest.
Amenities & Park Features
Given the rustic nature of this high-elevation national forest setting, travelers should not expect modern hookups, paved internal roads, or extensive commercial conveniences. Campers must verify specific site availability, maximum rig length limitations, and water availability directly before arrival. Essential features typically associated with this type of public campground include basic vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables suitable for self-contained recreational vehicles and trailer setups.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Outdoor recreation defines the region, with Ferron Reservoir providing opportunities for shoreline relaxation and non-motorized boating. Anglers frequent the local streams and high-country lakes for trout fishing, while hikers can access numerous trailheads leading deeper into the Wasatch Plateau. Scenic driving along the Energy Loop Scenic Byway offers dramatic canyon overlooks and access to neighboring geologic formations in central Utah.
Who This Park Is Best For
This mountain campground suits self-reliant RVers, backcountry explorers, and anglers who prioritize primitive forest settings over modern resort conveniences. Travelers seeking solitude, dispersed-style camping structure, and immediate access to rugged hiking trails will appreciate the remote geography. It is less suited for large motorhomes requiring full utility hookups or drivers uncomfortable with steep, unpaved mountain access routes.
Reviews
Ryan Lamb
I recently visited Ferron Reservoir Campground for a Young Men’s camping trip, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience. The group site we stayed at was spacious and comfortable, perfect for gathering around the fire and enjoying the great outdoors. The reservoir itself was a highlight—it gave us plenty of opportunities to play, paddle board, and kayak. The water was definitely cold ❄️, but after a few seconds, it became refreshing and energizing. We even managed to catch a pretty decent-sized fish, which added to the adventure. The surrounding scenery is absolutely stunning. The sunsets over the water and hills were breathtaking and added the perfect ending to each day. 🌅 We didn’t see the camp hosts during our stay—maybe we just missed them—but they were clearly keeping things in check. One of the restrooms near our site ran out of toilet paper, but it was restocked later that same day, which we appreciated. Cell service is very limited, but in a good way. You can find a few sweet spots that get one or two bars, which is just enough to stay connected if needed—without getting sucked into endless scrolling. It let us stay present and enjoy the calm of nature. It’s also super dog-friendly. Our dog had a blast splashing around in the river, hanging out by the fire, and making friends with the neighbor pups. 🐕 The drive took me about 3.5 hours, but honestly, it was well worth it. The peace, fun, and memories made this trip something I’ll carry with me for a long time.
Andrea Burr
Such a special place! This campground is clean and well-attended. There are nicely maintained fire pits and picnic tables. Each spot has a good amount of shade. The reservoir is great for kayaking and fishing!
Lisa Ashman
Tucked away high in the Manti Lasal mountains, Ferron Reservoir Campground is just lovely! The wildflowers were in full bloom during our stay and surround the reservoir and campground. The reservoir is a short walk from most of the campsites with some having lake views. Unlike many lakeside campgrounds, Ferron Reservoir was not windy at all, making kayaking really enjoyable. The water is so clear, and while we didn't fish, we saw some pretty decent sized fish. Literally millions of Dragonflies were hatching around the shore and appeared like a ring of blue from a short distance. Amazing! Word of warning - Google maps gives directions to this campground that are not advisable. It takes you over a very high mountain pass with very steep drop-offs and a couple of spots where parts of the road have fallen away. The safer route is through the town of Ferron and then up Ferron Canyon, past Millsite State Park and Willow Lake. You will have to travel about 22 miles on a dirt road, parts of which are a little washboardy and have some dips here and there, but is overall a pretty decent road. The reservoir and campground were definitely worth the journey!
Bob Stevens (Utahman3431)
This was what I imagine when I want to go camping in the forest. The north loop was a little busy with a number of people in trailers and lots of pets. We were lucky enough to be in the south loop with only 2 other campers. The road was very well kept in the campground, and each site was well maintained. The bathrooms were clean and the water was within a reasonable distance to our site. This location is BEA-utiful! There is plenty of wildlife, a nice quiet lake, plenty of ATV trails, and the weather was perfect for an early July camp out! NOTE: I would strongly recommend taking the road from Ferron into the campground. Google maps suggested taking Manti Canyon, and while it was also a beautiful drive, the road was just larger than an ATV trail, and was littered with large rocks. I heard the road from Gunnison isn't as bad, but for a vehicle towing a trailer the Ferron road is best.
Jen Mower
Been going up to Ferron Reservoir for 46 year. First year without a fire, but still worth it. Weather was perfect.