Donkey Reservoir Trail | Capitol Reef Country

Donkey Reservoir

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LOCATION Both staging areas are located just off Teasdale Rd. on the Bullberry Rd and the Donkey Reservoir Rd. TRAIL TYPE ATV and OHV. The trail is well marked and usually maintained by the state of Utah. DISTANCE Staging area to Donkey Reservoir is 6.8 miles. DIFFICULTY  Hard Moderate-Difficult. Weather conditions can change rapidly causing parts of the road to become challenging and difficult for even the best ATV riders. DESCRIPTION For the most part this trail is a maintained trail. Mostly it consists of dirt with a few rocky parts.
EQUIPMENT This loop was designed for an ATV or a OHV only. ENVIRONMENT Some areas of ther trail can be washed out due to weather. Be sure to be aware of the conditions before starting out. SAFETY Make sure you have all the gear and equipment that you will need. Wear a helmet and other protective gear to protect yourself. TRAIL TIP There is dispersed camping areas along the trail. All of these campgrounds are very limited and have no services. Be sure to take all your equipment up if you plan to camp.
TRAIL COORDINATES / POINTS OF INTEREST
Name (Click name below to view map) GPS Latitiude Longitude
Donkey Reservoir Rd Staging Area N 38d15’58” W 111d28’32” 38.266111 -111.475556
Bullberry/Donkey Res.Trail Intersection N 38d15’39” W 111d29’25” 38.260833 -111.490278
Teasdale Staging Area N 38d16’59” W 111d28’39” 38.283056 -111.4775
Bullberry Staging Area N 38d16’45” W 111d29’34” 38.279167 -111.492778
Bullberry Trail/Aquarius GWT Intersection N 38d16’16” W 111d30’25” 38.271111 -111.506944
Coleman Reservoir Rd N 38d15’28” W 111d29’7.3″ 38.257677 -111.485361
Donkey Reservoir N 38d12’12” W 111d29’15” 38.203333 -111.4875
Do it at your own pace

Do it at your own pace

The trail head coordinates will give you a head start on taking time to explore some part of the area.
 

Get a closer look

On this trail, you will see the largest Ponderosa pine that has been discovered in the Dixie National Forest. This natural land mark and others add to the appeal and beauty of this trial. Take sometime to get off the ATV and experience the beauty first hand.
Get a closer look
 
Take in the views

Take in the views

There are several places to stop and take in the incredible views. This trail has absolutely incredible views. Be sure to take the time to ride into Coleman Reservoir, Round Lake, Donkey, and Left Hand Reservoir.
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