Blackhawk Campground
in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Reported closed. Checked 2026-08-05. Confirm with the agency before you drive out.
The numbers that decide it
- Longest rig
- 45 ft
- Sites
- 47
- Electric hookups
- Not published
- Pull-through sites
- No
- Paved access
- Yes
- Accessible sites
- 40
- Driveway grade
- Not published
- Bear boxes
- Not published
- Campfires
- Not published
- Shade
- Not published
- Group sites
- 3
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageBlackhawk Campground
This campground is closed due to fire damage Some sites in the campground are open with fees, no water and on a first-come first-serve basis This timbered-setting campground sits just off the Nebo Loop, a National Scenic Byway. Visitors enjoy the campground for its beautiful panoramic views and great trail opportunities. The dominant vegetation consists of fir, pine, aspen, and Gambel oak trees, which provide partial shade and nice fall color. Broad grassy meadows cover the areas around the trees. Summer wildflowers and wildlife are abundant.. 5 miles away is Payson Lake, a fifteen acre day-use lake stocked with rainbow and brown trout fishing, canoeing, swimming and picnicking. The campground has a horse loop with horse facilities. There are hiking trails nearby. Bird watching, fishing, hiking, snowshoeing, wildlife viewing are some of the popular activities for this area.The Mount Nebo Wilderness Area is adjacent, brimming with beautiful mountain scenery, pristine waters, abundant wildlife, vibrant summer wildflowers and numerous trail opportunities. Other amenities include barbeque grills, firewood, and picnic tables.
Before you go
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Restrictions
16 day stay limit. No All-Terrain or Off-Road vehicles allowed.
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