Overview
Buckboard Campground sits in the Manti-LaSal National Forest in southeast Utah at the foot of the Abajo Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Campfire Allowed
(All campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(Majority of the campsites have 1:00 pm)
Checkout Time
(All campsites have Checkout Time)
Driveway Entry
(8 of 12 campsites have Driveway Entry)
Firepit
(9 of 12 campsites have Firepit)
Max Num Of People
(Up to 20)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 10)
Pets Allowed
(All campsites have Pets Allowed)
Picnic Table
(9 of 12 campsites have Picnic Table)
Shade
(1 of 12 campsites have Shade)
Site Access
(2 of 12 campsites have Site Acceses)
Natural Features
Aspens and Gambel oaks surround the site, offering partial shade. The campground sits at an elevation of 8,900 feet, and summer temperatures range from 75-85 degrees during the day and 50-60 degrees at night. Mule deer, wild turkeys and black bears frequent the area.
Recreation
Popular activities include fishing, hiking and off-road vehicle riding. Several trailheads are nearby, including Robertson's Pasture Trail and Spring Creek Trail.
The Abajo Loop State Scenic Backway passes by the campground. It leads from the desert floor and red rock canyons to steep mountains over 10,000 feet high, with overlooks and panoramic views. The byway is suitable for passenger vehicles from late spring through fall but is not recommended for large RVs.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 20ft
tent-Up to 15ft
trailer-Up to 20ft
vehicle-Up to 20ft
camper van-Up to 20ft
pickup camper-Up to 20ft
pop up camper-Up to 15ft
5th wheel-N/A
Nearby Attractions
Other attractions in the area include Canyonlands, Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, Natural Bridges National Monument, Dark Canyon Wilderness, Edge of the Cedars State Park, Lake Powell and numerous archaeological sites.