DEER HAVEN
federal · CEDAR CITY, UT
- dump station5.7 mi
- fuel station11 mi

Dixie National Forest S. Liermann · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Deer Haven Campground is situated high on the western edge of the Colorado Plateau, close to Cedar City, Utah. Visitors enjoy hiking, biking and day-tripping to nearby Cedar Breaks National Monument. Recreation The 34-mile Virgin River Rim Trail passes near the campground and is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Deer Haven is just 11 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. Facilities Five single sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Flush and vault toilets are provided. Drinking water is piped from a spring, but there is not an abundant supply. Campers area urged to conserve water in all activities. Two separate Group areas are available at the campground. Group site A for 80 people and Group site B for 60 OHV/ATV's are allowed in the campground for ingress and egress only. No joy riding is allowed in the campground. Natural Features Deer Haven is at an elevation of 8,900 feet. This peaceful and scenic campground is surrounded by a forest of aspen and pine trees. Summer wildflowers are abundant throughout the site. Nearby Attractions Deer Haven is close to many areas with excellent recreational opportunities. Navajo Lake and Duck Lake are both within 30 minutes, offering boating, canoeing and fishing. The Duck Creek/Markagunt ATV Trail System begins nearby.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 5.7 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 11 mi
fuel station
Smiths
- 11 mi
grocery
Smith's
- 5.0 mi
potable water
Potable water
- < 0.1 mi
trailhead
Virgin River Rim Trailhead (vrrt)
- 2.8 mi
attraction
Zion Overlook
Contact & access
- DIXIE · CEDAR CITY, UT 84720
- 801-226-3564
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/6/2026
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