Bear Canyon Campground and Camping

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About the Campground

Bear Canyon Campground is located at an elevation of 8,000 feet and is situated at the base of the Mt. Nebo Wilderness area. The campground sits just off the Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway. Aspen and fir trees shade the campsites, and there is open grassy meadows and sporadic gamble oak. This campground has 6 single sites that are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The group sites are reservable and hold up to 50 or 75 people, depending on the site. There are plenty of activities nearby with hiking trails and open areas that are perfect for games and group activities.

Services & Amenities

Within Facility
  • Fire Rings
  • Flush Toilets
  • Nature Trails
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restroom
  • Trailhead
  • Wildlife Viewing

Fees

Peak Season
May 21 2010 -
Sep 06 2010
MANAGEMENT N/A
GROUP STANDARD NONELECTRIC $50.00-$75.00
Peak Season
May 20 2011 -
Sep 05 2011
MANAGEMENT N/A
GROUP STANDARD NONELECTRIC $50.00-$75.00

Alerts and Important Information This campground has first-come, first-serve sites Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance Gate closes at 10pm A fee for extra vehicles will be collected at the campground Please check in with campground manager (at Ponderosa Campground) upon arrival No drinking water available on site, please bring your own Main Phone: 801-798-3571

Campground Contact Information

Open From: Jun 19 2010 to Jun 14 2011
Reservation Phone: 877-444-6777
Campground Reservations: Bear Canyon
Campground Phone: 801-226-3564
Customer Service Phone:888-445-1474
Backcountry Permits Phone: 877-550-6777

Payson, UT
801-226-3564

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More About Bear Canyon Campground

Bear Canyon is a campground located in Payson, Utah. This is a US Forest Service campground. All reservations can be made by calling 1-877-444-6777.

To find this campground check the map shown above, or enter -111.7297 latitude, and -111.7297 longitude into your GPS device.

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