Camping Area

Gooseberry A campground

Utah, USA Upper Colorado-Dolores watershed 38.333°, -109.828°
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Gooseberry A -- Utah campground
Gooseberry A Utah · Upper Colorado-Dolores watershed
About this campground

Gooseberry A

Gooseberry Mesa camping area in Utah offers free, first-come, first-served dispersed camping with no reservations or permits required. There are no established campsites, toilets, water, or hookups—primitive camping only. Some sites have fire rings; bring your own water and supplies. Accessible by high-clearance vehicles, RVs can reach some spots, though space is limited. Expect stunning high-desert scenery with red rock mesas, juniper trees, and sweeping views of Zion National Park. It’s popular with mountain bikers thanks to world-renowned Gooseberry Mesa trails nearby. Best visited in spring and fall for mild weather; summers are hot. Experience solitude, epic sunsets, and rugged beauty.
StateUtah
WatershedUpper Colorado-Dolores
Latitude38.3334°
Longitude-109.8278°
Amenities

What's on-site at Gooseberry A

Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.

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Reservations
First-come, first-served
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Toilets
Not listed
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Showers
Not listed
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Fire rings
Check rules
Detailed forecast

Plan your trip down to the hour

Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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Deep dive

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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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.

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Nearby campgrounds

Other campgrounds in the area

Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Gooseberry A, with reservations status.

Campground Reservations Toilets View
Gooseberry B
Gooseberry Canyon
Rustler Canyon
Lathrop Canyon
Airport D
Live water

Nearby streamflow

USGS streamgauges within reach of Gooseberry A -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.

Snowpack

Nearby snow depths

NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Gooseberry A -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.

SNOTEL station Snowpack 24h Snowfall View
Canyonlands-The Needles 0.0 in 0.0 in
Hams Flat Rs 0.0 in 0.0 in
Arches Np Hqs Coop 0.0 in 0.0 in
Lasal Mountain-Lower 2.0 in 0.0 in
Castle Valley 1se 0.0 in 0.0 in
Lasal Mountain-Lower 2.0 in 0.0 in

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 Gooseberry A as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.

FAQ

About Gooseberry A

Can I make reservations at Gooseberry A?

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 Gooseberry A?

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.

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