Jarvies Family Boat IN
Jarvies Family Boat-In Campground is located on beautiful Flaming Gorge Reservoir in Jarvies Canyon at an elevation of 6,040 feet. Campers must boat-in to the facility, and the nearest boat ramps are located at Cedar Springs and Mustang Ridge Marinas, both 20 minutes across the water.
Jarvies offers eight single-family sites, all of which are reservable. Each site has a picnic shelter, table, tent pad and campfire ring with grill. One vault toilet is provided.
A private dock is down a short hill on the shoreline.
Need to Know
- Campground is accessed by boat only.
CHECK IN: Begins at 2 PM. CHECK OUT: By 11 AM.
- Reservations are strongly recommended.
- Boats must not exceed 30 feet in length.
- The path from the boat dock to the campground does not support accessibility standards; some visitors may require assistance.
- No drinking water is provided; campers must bring their own supply.
- First-come, first-served campsites only available when sites are not reserved.
- No trash service. Campers are to carry out all garbage.
- Firewood available at Cedar Springs or Deer Run. No hookups available.
- Showers are located at Deer Run and Mustang Ridge for campers with proof of camping registration.
- Click here for more info about the Ashley National Forest.This facility is operated by American Land & Leisure. We appreciate hearing from you. Comment cards are available from campground hosts or online at americanll.com.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Natural Features
The campground is situated among dense stands of juniper and pinyon pine on a hillside overlooking the reservoir. The vegetation offers good privacy between campsites but limited shade. Most sites have partial views of the reservoir and its surrounding red cliffs.
Nearby Attractions
Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam, and the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
The Green River below the dam provides spectacular rafting opportunities. A trip down the river offers unique geology, outlaw history and Native American rock art.
Recreation
Boating, water skiing, fishing and swimming are popular activities, all located steps from the campsites. A hiking trail passes through the site as well.
Contact Information
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P.O. BOX 279 MANILA UT 84046
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 435-889-3000
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Cedar Springs Marina is the closest boat ramp that you may launch from to get to Jarvies. Jarvies Canyon is the first canyon west and a little north of the marina and is only accessed by boat.
From Vernal, Utah, take U.S. 191 north 42 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to Cedar Springs Marina.
From Manila, Utah, take Highway 44 for 28 miles. Turn left on U.S. 191 and go north for about 4 miles. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to Cedar Springs Marina.
From Rock Springs, Wyoming, take I-80 west toward Green River about 6 miles to the junction with U.S. 191/Flaming Gorge Road. Take U.S. 191 south for 67 miles, passing through Dutch John. Turn north onto Forest Road 183 and travel approximately 2 miles to Cedar Springs Marina.
Available Campsites
- Site 6, Loop JARVIES FAMILY BOAT IN , Type Boat IN
- Site 4, Loop JARVIES FAMILY BOAT IN , Type Boat IN
- Site 8, Loop JARVIES FAMILY BOAT IN , Type Boat IN
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- Site 1, Loop JARVIES FAMILY BOAT IN , Type Boat IN
- Site 5, Loop JARVIES FAMILY BOAT IN , Type Boat IN
