Five Mile Picnic Area entrance

5-Mile Picnic Area

Red-rock scenery, Bowery Creek, shaded tables, and nearby trailheads for Noah’s Ark & Vermillion Castle—perfect for picnics and day use.

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Season
May 1 – Oct 31
Weather permitting
Group Site
$35
Up to 50 people / 10 vehicles
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About

Located five miles southeast of Parowan, the 5-Mile Picnic Area is a scenic haven surrounded by pinyon–juniper forest and striking red rock formations. Bowery Creek flows through the area, and trail access includes the Noah’s Ark and Vermillion Castle trails.

Overnight camping is not permitted at 5-Mile; nearby Forest Service campgrounds are available. For camping and trail info, contact the Dixie National Forest at (435) 865-3200 or visit recreation.gov.

Season: May 1 – October 31st (weather permitting)

FEES: Groups up to 50 (max 10 vehicles) = $35.00

Picnic tables beneath pines at 5-Mile

Photo Highlights

Group picnic site
Red Rock areas
ADA-compliant picnic site

Amenities

One Group Picnic Site

5 picnic tables, 2 serving tables, large charcoal grill, and a fire pit.

Group picnic area

Must be reserved; fee required. Call (435) 586-5124.

Ten First-Come-First-Serve Sites

Each includes a picnic table, fire pit with cooking grate, and a charcoal grill.

One ADA-Compliant Site

Picnic table, fire pit with cooking grate, and a charcoal grill.

ADA compliant picnic area

Other

  • One double vault toilet
  • Trash cans
  • No electricity

Rules

  • NO OVERNIGHT CAMPING
  • CLOSED AFTER DARK
  • No pallet burning
  • No fireworks
  • Fires in provided metal fire rings only
  • Pets must be on a leash at all times
  • No discharging firearms
  • Follow posted speed limits
  • Follow state fire restrictions when posted
  • No smoking or vaping
  • Alcohol permit requirement