Sunglow Campground
Campground · Utah · 8 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Fishlake National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 8
- Bookable sites
- 75 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 20
- People per site
- 7,261 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Sunglow Campground is located in a scenic red rock box canyon just 2 miles from Bicknell, Utah. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to Capitol Reef National Park.
Recreation
Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area. The Great Western Trail passes nearby.Facilities
The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A large parking area can accommodate trailers. The road to the campground is paved, but the road and parking spurs within are gravel.Natural Features
The canyon sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Cottonwoods and junipers provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.Nearby Attractions
The Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area is nearby, just south of Bicknell, with wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities.
Capitol Reef National Park is approximately 20 miles away, offering excellent hiking trails, historic sites, scenic driving and breathtaking scenery.
Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular. Travelers visit from every corner of the world to gaze upon stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (877) 444-6777.The facts
- Season: May — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 8 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 75 ft
- Up to 20 people per site
- Loops: SUCA
Site types
- 6 Standard Nonelectric
- 2 Group Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, grills.
8 campsites at Sunglow Campground
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | SUCA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 55 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 002 | SUCA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 003 | SUCA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 27 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 004 | SUCA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 005 | SUCA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| 006 | SUCA | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 42 ft | 10 | 🐾 |
| GROUPA | SUCA | Group Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 50 ft | 20 | |
| GROUPB | SUCA | Group Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 75 ft | 20 | 🐾 |
Getting there
38.34167, -111.51889 · 38°20'30.0"N 111°31'8.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 84°F in Jul, down to 40°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 40 | 43 | 51 | 58 | 67 | 78 | 84 | 81 | 75 | 63 | 50 | 40 |
| Low °F | 10 | 14 | 20 | 26 | 35 | 43 | 50 | 48 | 39 | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Precip in | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 1.3 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.1 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 Sunglow Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Sunglow Campground?
- Yes, Sunglow Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Sunglow Campground have?
- 8 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Sunglow Campground?
- 75 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Sunglow Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Sunglow Campground.
- Does Sunglow Campground have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Sunglow Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Sunglow Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Sunglow Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Sunglow Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Fee for additional vehicles. Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by High Country Recreation under the terms and conditions of a concession permit that was issued to them by the Forest Service in 2020. Email: highcountryrec@gmail.com Phone: 435-979-6868
Restrictions:
- Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days. Pets must be on a leash.
Camping near Sunglow Campground
- Elkhorn Campground 9.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Aquarius Ranger Station 10.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Capitol Reef Group Campground 15.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fruita Campground 15.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Singletree 16.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Doctor Creek 17.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Bowery Creek 17.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Twin Creeks Picnic 18.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Fish Creek Cove 9.6 mi · Facility
- Fremont River Ranger District 10 mi · Facility
- Primitive campsites at Cathedral Campground 12.3 mi · Campground
- MALLARD BAY OVERFLOW REC SITE 17.5 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 435-836-2811
- 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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