CEDAR CANYON
federal · CEDAR CITY, UT
- dump station6.2 mi
- fuel station10 mi

AL&L · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview 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. Recreation 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. Facilities 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. Natural Features Crow Creek flows alongside the campground, which is settled on the western edge of the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,100 feet. 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.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 6.2 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 10 mi
fuel station
Smiths
- 10 mi
grocery
Smith's
- 4.2 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 0.9 mi
trailhead
Crystal Springs Trailhead
- 2.7 mi
attraction
Bartzen Viewpoint
Contact & access
- DIXIE NF · CEDAR CITY, UT 84721
- 801-226-3564
Reservations & demand
August weekends are typically reserved about 51 days ahead.
Based on 26 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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