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King Creek Campground

The King Creek Campground is situated in a ponderosa pine, adjacent to Tropic Reservoir and the East Fork of the Sevier River. It is about 7 miles south of Utah State Highway 12, and west of Bryce Canyon National Park. Access is provided by an improved gravel road. Recent improvements include a new water system, new flush restrooms, new fire rings and grills, new gravelled spurs, and paved sidewalks at some sites to provide improved access for people with disabilities. ATVs are being allowed on a trial basis on roads and spurs. However, users are reminded to drive slowly, stay on roads and respect the rights of other campers and forest users. There are many recreational opportunities near this campground including hiking, ATV riding, sightseeing, fishing, wildlife viewing, and boating. Tropic Reservoir is open year-round but access is limited during the winter months. There aren't any locked gates which block access to the reservoir, but the snow can become waist high during the winter months.

It is located adjacent to the Kings Creek Campground which is usually open with water from May through September. As the temperatures drop in the fall, the water will be turned off but dry camping is available.

ELEVATION:

8,000 feet

FACILITIES:

-37 Auto/tent/trailer units
-Some modification of facilities to assist users with physical impairments
-Group picnic area
-Drinking water
-Flush toilets
-Trailer dump station, $5.00 fee
-Group fire circle with table
-Accommodates trailers or RVs up to 45 feet in length

OPERATING SEASON:

The primary operating season is from May 15 to September 4, 2007 (weather permitting). The campground is generally open outside these dates when weather conditions are favorable.

FEE:

$10.00 for single unit sites
Additional vehicles are $5.00 each
$25.00 for King Creek Day Use group area, 1-50 people, contact the Powell Ranger District for reservation information
Variable rates for the nearby Kings Creek Group Area

RESERVATIONS:

Reservations are required for group sites only. Make reservations online, or by calling 1-877-444-6777

ATTRACTIONS:

-Fishing on Tropic Reservoir and the East Fork of the Sevier River
-Two hiking trails adjacent to the campground
-Large ATV trail system with access directly to campground
-Boating on Tropic Reservoir (boat ramp)
-Ponderosa pine setting
-Close to Bryce Canyon National Park

USDA Forest Service - Dixie National Forest
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