World-famous clonal quaking aspen colony in Fishlake National Forest—tens of thousands of genetically identical stems on a single ancient root system spanning roughly 106 acres beside Fish Lake. Free roadside / trail access along UT-25 with interpretive signs; fall gold is a classic central-Utah pilgrimage.
Field facts
| Region | Sevier County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 38.5260, -111.7495 |
| Organism | Single aspen clone (Populus tremuloides) |
| Area | ~106 acres |
| Elevation | ~8,900–9,300 ft |
| Access | Old Spanish Trailhead interpretive trail |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- CampgroundDOCTOR CREEK0.4 km away
- CampgroundTWIN CREEKS PICNIC3.5 km away
- CampgroundMACKINAW4.4 km away
- CampgroundBOWERY CREEK7.2 km away
- CampgroundFRYING PAN11.1 km away
- Rec areaKoosharem Reservoir11.8 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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