About French Spring-Happy Canyon
French Springs-Happy Canyon Wilderness Study Area is in eastern Wayne and Garfield Counties. The unit is 25,000 acres and consists of high, narrow ridges and a mesa cut by narrow, sheer-walled, meandering canyons 600 to 1,000 feet deep. Other land forms include buttes, spires, arroyos, rockfalls, alluvial fans, terraces, and sand dunes. Opportunities for solitude and primitive/unconfined recreation are outstanding. Photography, day hiking, and scenic sightseeing are popular within the WSA. The longest hiking route is 11 miles, from Gordon Flats to Happy Canyon via French Spring Canyon.
How to Get There
Located in eastern Wayne and Garfield Counties, about 25 miles southeast of Hanksville, UT.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to French Spring-Happy Canyon
Heading to French Spring-Happy Canyon? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for French Spring-Happy Canyon?
No central reservation system listed for French Spring-Happy Canyon. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/16264) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to French Spring-Happy Canyon?
Located in eastern Wayne and Garfield Counties, about 25 miles southeast of Hanksville, UT.
How do I contact French Spring-Happy Canyon?
You can reach the park at phone: 435-542-3461 or email: utrfmail@blm.gov.
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