Cedar Canyon sits among the stunning landscapes of Dixie National Forest in Utah . With 50 campsites (RV-friendly up to 35 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jul when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Dixie National Forest
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Cedar Canyon located in Utah, offering 50 camping sites.
Cedar Canyon
A Rural campground in Utah
Overview
Crow Creek Flows Alongside the Campground, Which Is Settled on the Western Edge of the Colorado Plateau at an Elevation of 8,100 Feet.
Crow Creek Flows Alongside the Campground, Which Is Settled on the Western Edge of the Colorado Plateau at an Elevation of 8,100 Feet. Cedar Canyon Campground Is Located Conveniently Close to Cedar City, Utah, Only 11 Miles East. Visitors Can Enjoy Hiking, Biking and Day-Tripping to Nearby Cedar Breaks National Monument. Cedar Canyon Is Just 8 Miles From Cedar Breaks National Monument, with Hiking Trails, Guided Tours and Breathtaking Scenery. Just Outside Cedar Breaks Is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, Where Hikers Will Find 10 Miles of Trails and the Twisted Forest, a Stand of Ancient Bristlecone Pine. the 34-Mile Virgin River Rim Trail Is Located Near the Campground with a Short Drive for Access and Is Open to Hiking, Mountain Biking and Horseback Riding.the Campground Offers a Small Group Site and Several Family Sites. Vault Toilets and Drinking Water Are Provided But No Showers Are Available. Roads and Spurs Are Paved.
Ohv/ATV’S Including Street Legal Are Not Allowed in the Campground. a Forest of Fir and Aspen Covers the Site, Providing Shade in Most Campsites.
Nearby Attractions
Cedar Canyon Is Close to Many Areas with Excellent Recreational Opportunities. Navajo Lake and Duck Lake Are Both Within 20 Minutes, Offering Boating, Canoeing and Fishing. the Markagunt ATV Trail System Is Easily Accessed 5 Miles to the East. Ohv’S Are Not Allowed in the Campground.Managed by: Usda Forest ServiceSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 50
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 35 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: No
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: No
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Utah
Coordinates: 37.5919444, -112.9033333
Area Type: Rural
Phone:
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Fishing|hiking|biking|shower|water|lake|river|trail|group-site|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: No
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $25-35
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
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4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS
Signal Quality: Fair
Total Stations: 9 stations
Nearest Market: SALT LAKE CITY
Notes: Signals FROM SALT LAKE CITY MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 18 stations (5 AM, 13 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair
Major Formats: Country, ADULT Contemporary, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KSL 1160 Am
Market: SALT LAKE CITY
Notes: 5 AM, 13 FM Stations from Salt Lake City
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Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232026
- Managing Agency: Usda Forest Service
- Agency Email:
- Agency Website:
- Parent Park: Dixie National Forest
- Park Website: /parks/dixie-national-forest/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: National Forests
- Parks Post Name: dixie-national-forest
- Parent Park Name: Dixie National Forest
- Correct Park Type Mapping: dixie-national-forest
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 17.0
- States Covered: Utah
- Managing Agencies: Usda Forest Service
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 131.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 1031
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 131.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 1031, 1031.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: utah
- Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
- Park Type Slug: national-forests
- Parent Park Slug: dixie-national-forest
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: usda-forest-service
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