Arch Dam Group Campground
Arch Dam Campground is a popular location for family reunions, church outings and other large gatherings. It is located on the Ashley National Forest within the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. Flaming Gorge Dam and the Green River Spillway are less than a mile away. This campground is situated in rolling, high desert terrain dotted with sagebrush and pinyon pines. Shade is limited. Grasses and summer wildflowers dot the meadows throughout the campground.
Beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir can be accessed just 3 miles from the campground. The reservoir is known for its world-class fishing for lake, brown and rainbow trout. Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities. Cedar Springs Marina is just 3 miles away.
Public showers are available 3 miles away at Deer Run Campground or at Mustang Ridge. Campers must provide proof of camping registration. Dump stations are located at Antelope Flat, Deer Run, Firefighters, and Lodgepole. A fee is charged.
Nearby Activities
- Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
- The Green River below the dam provides spectacular rafting opportunities. A trip down the river offers unique geology, outlaw history and Native American rock art.
Arch Dam Group
Reservations
Make Reservations HereGeneral Information
May - September
See www.recreation.gov for rental fees
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 40.911986
Longitude: -109.41091
Directions
From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north for about 46 miles.
From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and go about 6 miles north.
From Rock Springs, Wyoming, take I-80 west toward Green River about 6 miles to the junction with U.S. 191/Flaming Gorge Road. Take U.S. 191 south for 60 miles, pass through Dutch John, and continue south 3 miles to the campground.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.