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Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area

Manila, UT

Nature

A loop road through tilted, twisted rock layers along a creek, with bighorn sheep on the slopes. Not suitable for large RVs.

Nearest town
Manila, UT
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
40.9250, -109.6900

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and October. Hot in July. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Willows CampgroundCampsite
    1 mi from Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area
  • Carmel CampgroundCampsite
    2 mi from Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area
  • Meadow ParkCampsite
    6 mi from Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area
    TentsCaravansWi-FiFree
  • Cedar Springs CampgroundCampsite
    13 mi from Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area
    TentsCaravansElectricity
  • Deer Run CampgroundCampsite
    13 mi from Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area
    TentsCaravansShowersToilets
  • Dutch John ResortMotorhome stopover
    15 mi from Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi

All campsites in Utah · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area?

Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area is in Manila, UT, at GPS 40.9250, -109.6900. It is about 15 mi from Dutch John.

Can you camp near Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Manns Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 48 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area?

Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Dinosaurs and Flaming Gorge.

What is there to see near Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area?

Places worth a stop nearby: Red Canyon Overlook (7 mi), Flaming Gorge Dam (14 mi), Dinosaur Quarry Exhibit Hall (39 mi) and Mirror Lake, Uinta Mountains (64 mi).

When is the best time to visit Sheep Creek Canyon Geological Area?

The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, June and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)