Nearby
Nearby Cities and Attractions
Life in Castle Dale means you’re close to everything that makes this part of Utah special. Just a few miles down the road, you’ll find Ferron, home to Millsite State Park which is a favorite for fishing and kayaking. Nearby Orangeville offers quick access to the San Rafael Swell and Buckhorn Wash, while Huntington is home to convenient shopping, dining, and connections to outdoor adventures in the Manti-La Sal National Forest.
Ferron, UT
Fifteen minutes south of Castle Dale, Ferron is a quiet desert town surrounded by some of Utah’s best outdoor spots. It’s home to Millsite State Park & Reservoir, a local favorite for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding beneath red rock cliffs, and the popular Millsite Golf Course which has a competitive course and views around every turn.
Between the desert, the reservoir, and the mountains beyond, Ferron makes it easy to spend long days outside doing what you love.
Huntington, UT
Twenty minutes north of Castle Dale, Huntington bridges Utah’s red rock desert and with its high mountain forest. It’s home to Huntington State Park & Reservoir and it marks the start of the Huntington Canyon Scenic Byway which is a winding route that climbs through sandstone cliffs into the pine forests of the Manti-La Sal National Forest.
The town also connects to the Arapeen OHV Trail System, giving riders direct access to hundreds of miles of mountain and desert terrain. And for anyone needing a quick grocery run or a bite to eat, Huntington is one of the more developed cities in the area. You’ll find everything you need here!
Orangeville, UT
Named after early settler Orange Seely, the town still carries much of its pioneering history into modern day. It’s a tight-knit community with many of its local families having lived here for generations, with roots in ranching, farming, and mining that run deep.
Orangeville also happens to sit right on the edge of adventure. It’s one of the closest towns to trailheads leading into the San Rafael Swell, with easy access to Buckhorn Wash and The Wedge Overlook, known as the “Little Grand Canyon.” Massive desert cliffs, ancient pictographs, and plenty of scenic drives surround this little town, making it a perfect jumping-off point for exploring some of Utah’s most impressive landscapes.