Can you reserve a site at Old Folks Flat?

Yes, Old Folks Flat is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Old Folks Flat have?

16 sites in total, of which 9 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Old Folks Flat?

35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Old Folks Flat?

Yes, pets are allowed at Old Folks Flat.

Are campfires allowed at Old Folks Flat?

Campfires are allowed at Old Folks Flat. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Old Folks Flat, Utah — 9 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Old Folks Flat Campground is nestled in beautiful Huntington Canyon along the Huntington Canyon National Scenic Byway on Utah Highway 31. It sits at an elevation of 8,600 feet. Many recreational activities are available, including hiking, biking and fishing. This small campground is accessible by paved road by all types of passenger vehicles.

Recreation

Popular activities include fishing, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, rock climbing and scenic driving. Nearby Huntington Creek is a Blue Ribbon fishery, offering high-quality fishing for brown, cutthroat and rainbow trout.

The 4-mile Left Fork of the Huntington National Recreation Trail is nearby and open to hikers and horseback riders. The 10-mile Fish Creek Trail, for hiking, biking and horseback riding, is also close by.

Facilities

This campground is primarily devoted to group sites, but eight single-family campsites are also available. The five group sites can accommodate up to 20, 50 or 60 people and multiple vehicles in adjacent parking areas.

Sites are equipped with tables and and a campfire rings with grills. The facility has recently been upgraded with flush toilets and drinking water spigots, but electricity and garbage collection service is not available. Roads and parking spurs within the campground are gravel.

Natural Features

Large spruce trees and aspens cover the campground, offering partial shade. The canyon area has numerous lakes and streams, vibrant summer wildflowers, colorful fall foliage and abundant wildlife. Located just across W State Road 31 is Huntington Creek.

Nearby Attractions

The Huntington Canyon National Scenic Byway is part of the 86-mile Energy Loop. It offers stunning mountain and lake views as it tops 10,000 feet in elevation.
The historic Stuart Guard Station Visitor Center is nearby, offering a glimpse of the 1930s life of a ranger and his family who once lived there. Exhibits of Civilian Conservation Corps projects and original equipment are also on display. Area information is available there as well.

The Bridges Campground, Little Rock Campground, and Huntington Creek are also close by.

The facts

Season: Mid-May – End September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
9 bookable sites
16 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 35 ft
Up to 60 people per site
Loops: MANAGEMENT SITES, OLD, Scan and Pay

Site types

7 Management
5 Group Standard Nonelectric
4 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Grills
Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

Book on Recreation.gov

16 campsites at Old Folks Flat

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Max rig	People
XXX1	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
XXX2	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
XXX3	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
XXX4	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—	—
001	OLD	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	50	🐾
002	OLD	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	—	30 ft	6	🐾
003	OLD	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	28 ft	50	🐾
004	OLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	4	🐾
005	OLD	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Hike In	20 ft	50	🐾
006	OLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	6	🐾
007	OLD	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	60	🐾
008	OLD	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	20 ft	6	🐾
009	OLD	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	30 ft	20	🐾
XXX	OLD	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8
ScanPay 1	Scan and Pay	Management	Back In	—	—	—	0
ScanPay 2	Scan and Pay	Management	Back In	—	—	—	0

Getting there

The campground is located 21 miles from Huntington, Utah, along Highway 31.

39.53889, -111.15889 · 39°32'20.0"N 111°9'32.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 74°F in Jul, down to 25°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	27	31	38	43	55	66	74	72	63	48	35	25
Low °F	4	3	10	18	27	35	41	40	32	22	15	2
Precip in	2.8	2.5	2.3	2.8	2.0	1.0	1.0	1.6	1.7	1.9	2.1	2.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.1 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 Old Folks Flat

Can you reserve a site at Old Folks Flat?: Yes, Old Folks Flat is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Old Folks Flat have?: 16 sites in total, of which 9 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Old Folks Flat?: 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Old Folks Flat?: Yes, pets are allowed at Old Folks Flat.
Are campfires allowed at Old Folks Flat?: Campfires are allowed at Old Folks Flat. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Old Folks Flat also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Old Folks Flat's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

4 Single Sites - $10 Per Night 5 Group Sites - $30-$75 Per Night

Restrictions:

ATVs/OHVs are not permitted in this campground. If they are brought in, they need to remain on trailers or in vehicles.
Horses are not permitted in the campground, but are allowed to pass through the edge of the campground on a non-motorized trail.
See Forest Camping and Travel Rules under Quick Links at right.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Old Folks Flat

Little Rock Campground 0.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Chute Group 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bridges Campground 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Big Rock Group 1.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Forks of Huntington 2.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Miller Flat Reservoir Campground 5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Cleveland Reservoir Campground 5.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bridges Campground 0.7 mi · Campground
Huntington Canyon Recreation Area 2.2 mi · Facility
Chute Group Campground 2.5 mi · Campground
Miller Flat Reservoir Campground 5 mi · Facility
Candland Mountain Trailhead 5.2 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 435-384-2372
Book Recreation.gov

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Old Folks Flat