Can you camp anywhere in American Fork Canyon?

Dispersed camping is allowed within 150 feet from a designated Forest Service Road. No dispersed camping on the east side of Strawberry Road. No dispersed camping in the lower half of American Fork Canyon.

Is American Fork Canyon open?

Area Status: Open The loop begins at the mouth of American Fork Canyon on SR-92 at 5,000 feet elevation, and follows the canyon to its crest at 8,000 feet. From the summit, the road winds down towards Provo Canyon and US-189.

Is Tibble Fork open?

Area Status: Open Tibble Fork and Silver Flat Reservoirs are close and offer good fishing. The nearest telephone is five miles away. Popular activities include hiking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, visiting Timpanogos Cave and viewing wildlife.

Do you have to pay to drive through American Fork Canyon?

Visitors going just to Timpanogos Cave National Monument, including the Canyon Nature Trail and Swinging Bridge Picnic Area, are not required to pay the US Forest Service American Fork Canyon fee.

Can you Boondock in Utah?

Boondocking Locations in Utah You can boondock just about anywhere in Utah, but your best bets are in the Wasatch mountain range, which runs down from the north to the center of the state, and the southern area where the Zion, Arches, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef National Parks are located.

Can you Boondock in national forests?

Free camping, or dispersed camping, is allowed in all national forests, unless noted otherwise. The general rule is to camp 100-200 feet away from any road, trail, or water source. If a previous campsite is visible, using that site will minimize impact to the area.

How much does it cost to get into American Fork Canyon?

$5.00/daily per car • $3.00/senior • $50.00/yearly pass • $30.00/yearly senior pass Fees are paid when you leave the canyon. Yearly passes can be purchased at the fee booth at the mouth of Mill Creek Canyon or from Salt Lake County Recreation/Parks Department.

Can you have campfires in American Fork Canyon?

Call 801-374-2876 to check burn status. Recreational fires shall not be within 25ft of a structure or combustible materials. Portable Outdoor Fireplaces shall not be within 15ft of a structure or combustible materials. All fires shall be constantly attended until extinguished.

Can you swim in Tibble Fork?

While many people enjoy American Fork Canyon’s Tibble Fork reservoir for fishing, swimming, and kayaking, there is an even more pristine reservoir a mere 15 minutes away that is well worth the drive. It also enlarged the reservoir and created new recreation opportunities.

Can you swim Tibble Fork Reservoir?

Tibble Fork Reservoir This is a popular swimming area for families and the beach area fills quickly. Dogs are allowed on the beach but as a courtesy to others should remain leashed when not actively swimming.

What did Ted Bundy use the cave for?

Rumor has it that when sat upon, one can feel the spirits of the dead around them. When Bundy moved to Utah, his victims became local and in October of 1974, a women was found dead by a hiker just in front of a small cave in American Fork Canyon. The cave was where Bundy eventually admitted to keeping his victim.