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Sink Hole

It is said that Joseph Nielson discovered this amazing sink hole in 1927. He was heading back to his camp at night when he strayed into the area. His horse stopped and absolutely refused to go another step. He got off the horse and started walking, when suddenly he was hanging on to the reins of his horse with nothing below his feet. Fortunately, Nielson was able to coax his horse to back up while he was holding the reins and get out of the mysterious hole he found himself in. The next day,…

  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 39.204615, -113.270345

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • Miller Canyon Trailhead
  • Amasa Basin One Day Ride
  • Notch Peak Trailhead
  • Hermit's Cabin
  • Howell Peak
  • Antelope Springs CCC Camp

Frequently asked questions

Is Sink Hole reservable?

Sink Hole is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Sink Hole?

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How do I book a campsite at Sink Hole?

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