A gravel road curving into a high mountain valley at first light, the peaks catching the sun.

Forest Service campground

Red Springs Campground

Forest Service campground in Ashley National Forest, Uintah County, Utah. In the Vernal area.

Managed by
Forest Service Ashley National Forest
Reservations
First come, first served Claim a site when you arrive. Recreation.gov lists it for Scan and Pay, so the fee can be paid from its app at the campground
County
Uintah County

Overview

Located just North of mile marker 383 on Highway 191!

Coordinates:

Latitude: 40.808744 Longitude: -109.468547

Red Springs C.G. is located conveniently off Highway 191 between Vernal and Flaming Gorge within the Ashley National Forest. This campground provides a scenic jumping off point to the wide variety of recreation opportunities on the Forest inlcuding hiking, fishing, and OHV riding.

This group site includes water access (various spigots throughout the camp - water will be turned on in the site late July), approximately 8 location to park camper trailers depending on trailer size, many spots for tents to be set up, various concrete picnic tables, new metal firepit rings, and a newly installed double vault toilet.

Recreation

An impressive variety of nearby natural attractions include the Ashley National Forest, Flaming Gorge and Ashley Karst National Recreation Areas, Cave Systems, East Park Reservoir, and hundreds of miles of trails.

Not only can you spend your days and nights in this wonderful, shady, and relaxing campground, but you can also get out and enjoy other features the Ashley National Forest has to offer. There are many hiking, skiing, ATV, and horse trails nearby. Or, head over to Flaming Gorge and enjoy fishing for various sportfish, panfish, or the ever desired giant lake trout! Sheep Creek Geological Loop, Spirit Lake, Ute Fire Tower Lookout, Red Canyon Lodge, and other sought-after stops are within an hour drive of this campground.

Facilities

Double Vault Toilet, Fire Rings, Concrete Tables, Tested (drinkable) Water from Spigots, Road Base Loop Throughout Campground.

Natural Features

An impressive variety of nearby natural attractions include the Ashley National Forest, Flaming Gorge and Ashley Karst National Recreation Areas, Cave Systems, East Park Reservoir, and hundreds of miles of trails.

Not only can you spend your days and nights in this wonderful, shady, and relaxing campground, but you can also get out and enjoy other features the Ashley National Forest has to offer. There are many hiking, skiing, ATV, and horse trails nearby. Or, head over to Flaming Gorge and enjoy fishing for various sportfish, panfish, or the ever desired giant lake trout! Sheep Creek Geological Loop, Spirit Lake, Ute Fire Tower Lookout, Red Canyon Lodge, and other sought-after stops are within an hour drive of this campground.

Nearby Attractions

An impressive variety of nearby natural attractions include the Ashley National Forest, Flaming Gorge and Ashley Karst National Recreation Areas, Cave Systems, East Park Reservoir, and hundreds of miles of trails.

Not only can you spend your days and nights in this wonderful, shady, and relaxing campground, but you can also get out and enjoy other features the Ashley National Forest has to offer. There are many hiking, skiing, ATV, and horse trails nearby. Or, head over to Flaming Gorge and enjoy fishing for various sportfish, panfish, or the ever desired giant lake trout! Sheep Creek Geological Loop, Spirit Lake, Ute Fire Tower Lookout, Red Canyon Lodge, and other sought-after stops are within an hour drive of this campground.

The description, directions and fees are the Forest Service’s own words, from its record on Recreation.gov.

What people do here

  • archery
  • backpacking
  • biking
  • birding
  • boating
  • camping
  • caving
  • climbing
  • cultural activities
  • hiking
  • horseback riding
  • hunting
  • mountain biking
  • off highway vehicle trails
  • off road vehicle trails
  • photography
  • picnicking
  • rafting
  • ranger station
  • scenic drive
  • star gazing
  • swimming
  • water sports
  • wildlife viewing

The federal record has no coordinates for this campground, so it is listed under Vernal and left off the map rather than placed by guesswork. Use the directions above.

Source: Recreation Information Database (Recreation.gov), record updated June 4, 2026. Elevation from the USGS 3D Elevation Program. Seasons, fees, water and fire rules change; the managing office has the final word.