Escape to Blue Spruce Campground near Escalante, Utah
Situated on the banks of Pine Creek, this campground is a cool and shady respite compared to the desert lands in the neighboring town of Escalante. Towering blue spruce trees shade the campsites and provide some privacy in the already secluded forest. Every site has creek access, making it perfect for those looking for a summertime escape. Be sure to pack out your trash when you leave this remote spot!
Consider using Blue Spruce Campground as a basecamp if you’re exploring the nearby Box-Death Hollow Wilderness Area. Additional hiking, biking, and equestrian trails in Dixie National Forest take you through aspen groves and stands of spruce and fir trees. The Jubilee Trail a few miles north of the campground leads you to a historic cabin that was used as a ranger residence in the early 1900s.
Amenities
- Drinking water
- Pit toilets
- Picnic tables
- Fire pits
- No trash collection
Directions
Drive east through the town of Escalante on UT 12, and turn left (north) on 300 E. This road forks at 0.7 mile, and you stay right at the junction. Pavement soon ends as you continue along this road, FR 153. At 13.2 miles, you reach a signed junction where you turn right towards Hells Backbone Bridge. Pass Deep Creek and the Upper Box Access en route to FR 145. Turn left at the sign towards Blue Spruce Campground around 18 miles. The campground is less than a half mile up the road on the left side.
General Location Escalante, Utah
Number of Sites 6
Season Year Round (weather permitting)
Managed By Dixie National Forest
Fees Fee required – Check the website below for current information
Pets Allowed on a leash
More Info USFS website
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