Summary
Visitors can enjoy nearby activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing. The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. It is a first-come-first-serve campground with 16 individual campsites and no group sites. The best time of year to visit is from March to May and September to November with average temperatures ranging from 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Overall, Metal Bench offers a peaceful camping experience in a beautiful desert setting.
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Campsite - metal bench
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
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BLUE CANYON
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NOHRSC MEADOW LK SNOW COURSE
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SODA SPRINGS 1.5 SSW
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NOHRSC CSS LAB
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CSS LAB
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Langs Crossing Bridge To One-Half Mile West Of Confluence With Fall Creek (Boundary Of Nf And Private Land)
One-Half Mile West Of Confluence With Fall Creek To Confluence With Jefferson Creek
Generation and Giant Gaps (Tadpole to Colfax-Iowa Hill Road)