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Camping at the Tower Castleton Tower Preservation Area is protected open space. It was protected by Utah Open Lands through the cooperative efforts of the local community, climbers and responsible businesses. Utah Open Lands Conservation Association currently owns this land. BASED on AVAILABILITY. Unfortunately, at this time, REGISTERING does not guarantee you a site.
Because this area is special, there are important considerations for its use. The privilege of camping and using the area depends on the continued good condition of the land. The following provides useful information for appropriate use of the area.
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Utah Open Lands protects critical open space. At Castleton Tower, we are pleased to work with you to care for one of the most beautiful places in the world.
We welcome you comments and stories. Arthur@UtahOpenLands.org. |
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Click here to Register |
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Utah Open Lands Conservation Association, Inc. • 2188 S. Highland Dr., 203 Salt Lake City Utah 84106 • tel: 801.463.6156 • fax: 801.463.6226 • Executive Director: Wendy Fisher Wendy@UtahOpenLands.org • Operations: Catherine Cargill Catherine@UtahOpenLands.org • Conservation Director: Arthur Morris, PhD Arthur@UtahOpenLands.org |
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SUGGESTED USE: |
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REGISTRATION Castleton Tower’s use has increased. Usage information is needed to guide stewardship decisions. |
REGISTER ON-LINE PRIOR TO CAMPING OR USING THIS AREA. |
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MAINTENANCE The Castleton Tower Preserve is protected for its scenic, wildlife, and ecological values in addition to its recreational value. |
Take care of all this area’s conservation values. |
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Human use often leaves long-lasting impressions on the land. |
Practice leave-no-trace camping. |
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Campfires on the ground sterilize the soil and can harm plants. |
Do not have campfires. Prevent fires which are not contained by a fire tray or stove. |
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Stone fire rings and collecting firewood on-site have a lasting negative impact on the environment. |
Do not build campfire rings or burn wood from the preserve. |
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Off-road vehicles scar the landscape and disturb animals, plants, and other people. |
No off-road vehicle use. |
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Camping in the parking lot can cause unsightly and unpleasant crowding. |
Practice what you would like others to do. Do not remove camper shells from trucks. Do not bring camper trailers on-site. |
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Trash lasts a long time in the desert. |
Pack out all of your trash. |
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WAGBAGS There is no bathroom. |
Pack out your waste. |
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Wagbags are provided by Utah Open Lands. If you are in SLC and would be willing to help stock the wagbags, please call and let us know. 801-463-6156. |
An on-site pipe safe is available for your donation of at least $2 per wagbag to cover the cost. Consider becoming a member. You can donate now by clicking the above “donate” tab. Thanks! |
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FEE FREE Currently no fee is required. |
Keep it that way by practicing environmentally responsible camping and use. |
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Use has increased significantly. |
Limit overnight stays to less than one week; be thoughtful of the space and other users. |
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This area requires maintenance. |
Pitch-in! Pick up trash, etc. Contact Utah Open Lands for volunteer opportunities. |
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Donations cover all costs for maintaining this area. |
Help us keep costs down by practicing leave-no-trace principles, and please donate. |
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RISK Use of this area is done at your own risk. |
PLEASE BE CAREFUL, AND HAVE FUN! |