18
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About DEER RUN CAMPGROUND
Overview Deer Run Campground is located in the beautiful Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Flaming Gorge Reservoir is less than a mile below the campground. Exciting recreational activities abound, including boating, water skiing and fishing. Recreation Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is known not only for its beautiful red cliffs, but also for its world-class fishing for lake, brown and rainbow trout. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the reservoir. Cedar Springs Marina is adjacent. Bear Canyon Trail, an easy 3-mile round-trip trail for hiking and mountain biking, begins nearby and leads to views of Red Canyon and Flaming Gorge. Facilities Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area is known not only for its beautiful red cliffs, but also for its world-class fishing for lake, brown and rainbow trout. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the reservoir. Cedar Springs Marina is adjacent. Bear Canyon Trail, an easy 3-mile round-trip trail for hiking and mountain biking, begins nearby and leads to views of Red Canyon and Flaming Gorge. Natural Features Deer Run is situated among juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush above Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Shade is limited and the reservoir is not visible from the campground. A resident deer herd gives this site its name. Nearby Attractions 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.
- 18 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (18).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes DEER RUN CAMPGROUND special
Perched within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area on the Ashley National Forest, Deer Run Campground offers front-row seats to some of northeastern Utah's most dramatic canyon country. The landscape here is painted in layers of red, amber, and cream-colored rock, and the reservoir's deep blue waters complete a palette that looks almost too vivid to be real. With 18 thoughtfully arranged sites, the campground strikes a comfortable balance between accessibility and a genuine sense of wilderness. The town of Manila sits nearby, providing a convenient staging point for supplies and fuel, while the recreation area itself opens up a world of boating, fishing, and water sports on the reservoir. Anglers chase trophy lake trout and kokanee salmon, and the surrounding trails lead to sweeping overlooks that reward every step of the climb. Fall brings golden aspen groves that light up the mountainsides, and summer evenings cool quickly at elevation, perfect for fireside conversation. Deer Run is the kind of campground that works equally well as a weekend family getaway or a base camp for a longer exploration of the Gorge. Come for the views, stay for the stillness.
Campsite Inventory
18 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Accessibility
Yes
Site capacity
Double, Single
Check-in time
02:00 PM
Check-out time
11:00 AM
Double Driveway
Yes
Driveway entry
Back-In, Pull-Through
Driveway surface
Gravel, Paved
Max guests
10, 20
Max vehicle length (ft)
34, 35, 37, 42
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Shade
Full, Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
435-889-3000
Help.Ashley.DutchJohn@AmericanLL.com
Getting There
From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north 42 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground, adjacent to Cedar Springs Marina. From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and go north for about 4 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground, adjacent to Cedar Springs Marina. 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 67 miles, passing through Dutch John. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground, adjacent to Cedar Springs Marina.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to DEER RUN CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for DEER RUN CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for DEER RUN CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at DEER RUN CAMPGROUND?
DEER RUN CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (18).
Where is DEER RUN CAMPGROUND located?
DEER RUN CAMPGROUND is in Utah near MANILA. Coordinates: 40.9072, -109.4433.
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