Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins
Campground · Utah · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Fishlake National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 30 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 250
- People per site
- 7,925 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Gooseberry Administrative Site Cabins are located just 18 miles from Salina Utah. These historic structures were used as Forest Service summer headquarters from 1907 to 1960. Today, the site is used for family reunions, group events, scout and church groups, and youth camps.
Recreation
Popular activities in the area include off-road vehicle riding, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and wildlife watching. The Great Western Trail runs nearby; two trailheads can be easily accessed near the site.Facilities
This unique facility contains three bunk cabins, one with propane heating, a recreation hall, kitchen and bathhouse. The rec hall has a fireplace, tables and chairs. The kitchen is equipped with a large propane cooking range and oven, three small propane refrigerators, three sinks, a prep and serving area, hot water and two outdoor grills. The bathhouse has flush toilets, sinks and hot showers.
Fifty single beds with mattresses are provided. Guests must bring their own linens or bedding, as well as dishes, utensils and cookware. A propane generator is available for electricity and lights for a couple of hours in the morning and evening. Several picnic tables and a campfire ring are located outside.
Guests are required to keep the facility clean during their stay and clean up prior to leaving. Maid service is not available. A volunteer host is on-site. Check-out time is by 11 a.m. and check-in time is after 2 p.m.
Natural Features
Gooseberry is situated in the Gooseberry drainage south of Interstate 70 in central Utah at an approximate elevation of 8,000 feet. Dense stands of aspens forest the area, offering shade and beautiful autumn color.The facts
- Season: Mid June – Beginning of September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 30 ft
- Up to 250 people per site
- Loops: GOOSEBERRY ADMIN SITE CABINS
Site types
- 1 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Shade
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, grills, pets allowed.
1 campsite at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01 | GOOSEBERRY ADMIN SITE CABINS | Group Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 250 |
Getting there
38.80111, -111.68333 · 38°48'4.0"N 111°40'60.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.2 | 2.4 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.1 | 0.9 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.7 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins
- Can you reserve a site at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
- Yes, Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
- 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are campfires allowed at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins?
- Campfires are allowed at Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Check for pricing and availability online for Gooseberry Administrative Site at Recreation.gov or by telephone at 877-444-6777. This site does not honor America the Beautiful passes. Gooseberry Admin Site Cabins are managed by the Fishlake National Forest. Phone: 435-896-9233.
Restrictions:
- Pets are not allowed in the buildings and should be on a leash or caged. No ATVs allowed on site. No smoking allowed inside the buildings. Quiet time is between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am Mountain Time. Please leave the facilities and surroundings as well or better than you found them.
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Contact
- Phone 435-896-9233
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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