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King Creek Campground, Utah
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Description: 8000 ft elevation. Also called Kings Creek the 37 campsites are near Tropic Reservoir, with an isolated group area which can accomodate up to 150 campers/40 vehicles. The group area has a horseshoe pit and a volleyball court.
OHV enthusiasts use this campground as a home base for accessing the miles and miles of nearby ATV trails, including the East Fork and the Fremont. Hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians appreciate the easy trailhead access to the Great Western Trail. Two trailheads for hiking or possibly mountain biking are located in the campground. Both have scenic views of the geological features in the area. Motorized boating in the reservoir, boat ramp is provided. Anglers can test their fishing skill either in the lake or in the East Fork of the Sevier River, which forms the reservoir. Bryce Canyon National Park is about 9 miles away, on FR 087. Scenic driving and wildlife viewing in the area.
Location: From Panguitch, take US 89 about 7 miles, then take Scenic UT-12 southeast about 10 miles. Turn south at Sevier River Road (Forest Road 087) and go 7 miles to Tropic Reservoir. The campground is on the west side of the lake. Latitude: 37.6125 Longitude: -112.2625
Address: Powell Ranger District
Dixie National Forest
225 East Center PO Box 80
Panguitch, UT 84759 |
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Phone: 435-676-9300 |
Season: Mid May - early September |
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Fee: yes |
Reservations: tel: 1-877-444-6777 | link: www.recreation.gov
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Activities
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Biking
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Fishing |
Picnicking
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| Boating (Motorized) |
Hiking/Backpacking
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Scenic Driving
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| Boating (Non-motorized) |
Horseback Riding |
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| Boating (WW) |
Hunting |
Water Sports |
| Camping |
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Wildlife Viewing |
| Caving |
Off Highway Vehicles
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Winter Sports
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| Climbing
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Services and Facilities
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Visitor Center
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Group Campgnd
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RV Sites
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Exhibits |
Campgnd, Primitive
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Electric Hookup
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Interpretive Programs
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Drinking Water
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Dump Station
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Cultural-Historic Sites
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Restrooms
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Boat Ramp
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Campgnd, Developed
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Showers
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Marina |
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| Rental Cabins |
Notes: 45ft maximum trailer/RV length except in group site which is 35ft. Pack out your trash.
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