Calf Creek Recreation Area campground
Calf Creek Recreation Area
In addition to hiking to Calf Creek Falls, visitors can also explore nearby attractions such as the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, which is home to some of the most stunning landscapes in the country. The area is also popular for fishing, with rainbow and brown trout found in the nearby streams.
The campground itself offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and restrooms, making it a great place to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the area. There are 13 sites available, and reservations are recommended as the campground can fill up quickly during peak season.
The best time of year to visit the Calf Creek Recreation Area Campground is during the spring and fall, when temperatures are mild and the crowds are smaller. Average temperatures during this time range from the mid-50s to mid-70s. In the summer, temperatures can soar into the 90s, making hiking and other outdoor activities more challenging.
Overall, the Calf Creek Recreation Area Campground is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Escalante watershed in Utah. Its stunning views, nearby attractions, and comfortable amenities make it a great place to spend a few days or longer.
What's on-site at Calf Creek Recreation Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Calf Creek Recreation Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calf Creek | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Durffey Mesa Dispersed - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Spencer Flat Dispersed - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Deer Creek- Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Steep Creek Bench - Burr Trail Rd - Grand Staircase Nat Mon | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Calf Creek Recreation Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Escalante River Near Escalante | 0 cfs | → |
| Pine Creek Near Escalante | 1 cfs | → |
| Fremont River Near Bicknell | 53 cfs | → |
| East Fork Sevier River Near Kingston | 201 cfs | → |
| Sevier River Near Kingston | 10 cfs | → |
| Paria River Near Kanab | 0 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Calf Creek Recreation Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escalante | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sunflower Flat | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Widtsoe #3 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Clayton Springs | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Widtsoe #3 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Clayton Springs | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Box-Death Hollow
- Capitol Reef National Park
- K. E. Bullock State Wildlife Area
- Kodachrome Basin State Park
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Calf Creek Recreation Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Calf Creek Recreation Area
Can I make reservations at Calf Creek Recreation Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Calf Creek Recreation Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Calf Creek Recreation Area.