About
Located five miles southeast of Parowan, the 5-Mile Picnic Area is a scenic haven nestled amidst the striking red rocks of the region. Surrounded by the natural beauty of pinyon-juniper forest, the area offers a tranquil retreat for picnicker and outdoor enthusiast alike. Bowery Creek flows through the area. Noah’s Ark Trail and Vermillion Castle Trail both start in this area.
Overnight camping is not permitted at 5-Mile Picnic Area; however there are Forest Service campsites nearby. Contact the Dixie National Forest for camping information or information about trails at (435) 865-3200 or visit recreation.gov.
This area is open seasonally from May 1st - September 30th (weather permitting).
FEES: GROUPS UP TO 50 w/10 VEHICLES MAXIMUM = $35.00
Please email if there are any issues with the form [email protected]
Reservation FormPlease check calendar below for availabilities
Amenities
One group picnic site
5 picnic tables, 2 serving tables, large charcoal grill and a fire pit
Must be reserved and a reservation fee is required. Call (435) 586-5124
Ten first-come-first-serve picnic sites
Picnic table, fire pit with a cooking grate and a charcoal grill
One ADA Compliant picnic site
Picnic table, fire pit with a cooking grate and a charcoal grill
Other
One double vault toilet
Trash cans
Seasonal Water
No electricity
Rules
- NO OVERNIGHT CAMPING
- CLOSED AFTER DARK
- No pallet burning allowed
- 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
Hours and Contact
- Maria Twitchell, Director of Cedar City-Brian Head Tourism Bureau
- 581 N Main Street, Cedar City, UT 84721
- Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M. - 5:00 P.M
- 435-586-5124
- visitcedarcity.com