Powell Ranger District

Facility · Utah ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Dixie National Forest (NF) · Open Access

8,315 ft
Elevation

The Powell Ranger District encompasses nearly 400,000 acres of high plateau county, with distinctive vegetation and geological features. The Red Canyon area of the district offers many unique hiking experiences with spectacular views. The pink limestone Claon formations that characterize nearby Bryce Canyon National Park form the hoodoos and canyons here, giving it the nickname "Little Bryce". Most trailheads in the area are easily accessible from Utah Highway 12, a Scenic byway and All American Road.  

We invite you to come and recreate on the Powell Ranger District area! There is great hunting, fishing, OHV, boating and hiking opportunities. Come and visit and explore!

Rugged Peaks of the Powell District

Getting there

37.68100, -112.29700 · 37°40'51.6"N 112°17'49.2"W

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Typical weather

Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F373946546375807870584637
Low °F171823293745525042322317
Precip in1.91.71.30.80.90.51.61.91.81.71.31.3

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.5 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 Powell Ranger District

Can you reserve a site at Powell Ranger District?
No. Powell Ranger District is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Powell Ranger District

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

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