Site Temporarily Closed
Monrovian Park, Picnic Area and Trailheard are Closed due to potential flooding
Monrovian Park Picnic Area
Current Conditions
07/14/2026 Closed due to potential flooding from incoming monsoonal weather. Please avoid the area and choose alternate recreation sites until conditions improve. Entering closed areas is prohibited for your safety.
Overview
Monrovian Park Picnic Area is a day use area available for groups and individuals. The site is located 4 miles from Monroe Utah. Caution: Access to this canyon is via a narrow, one-lane road. Please reduce your speed and remain alert for oncoming vehicles, OHVs, and pedestrians.Facilities
Facilities include three group sites and five single sites, parking, picnic tables, fire circles, utility tables, group grills, and vault restrooms. Natural Features
Monrovian Park Picnic Area is located in a beautiful canyon filled with jagged rocks, shady trees, and a creek flowing through.Recreation
Stream fishing is available in the adjacent creek. Both short and long hiking trails can be enjoyed. Be cautious since rattle snakes can also be found in the canyon. Please pack-out what you pack-in. Monrovian Park is for day use only and sites are not reservable. It's a first come, first serve picnic area. See restrictions tab for more information.
Active Alerts
Monrovian Park Closure Order
General Information
Seasons of Use
Operational Hours
Restrictions
Fee Site and Info
Pet Information
Office Contact Information
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 38.59658056
Longitude: -112.0793528
Directions
Monrovian Park Picnic Site is 4 miles southeast from Monroe Utah. From the junction of Main Street and Center Street in Monroe, head south on main Street for 0.8 miles. Follow the road as it turns left and becomes the Monroe Canyon Road (FR078) for 2.8 miles. Turn left onto FR161 for 0.2 miles to the park. See link below for google map directions.Google Map Directions
Travel Considerations
Caution: Access to this canyon is via a narrow, one -lane road. Please reduce your speed and remain alert for oncoming vehicles, OHVs, and pedestrians.
Parking
Paved Parking area
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Vault toilet(s)
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Metal picnic tables, fire pits, utility tables, and group grills are available for day use
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
Horse trailer parking is available at the Monrovian Trailhead.Stay on designated trails.Use weed-free hay to prevent the spread of invasive plant species.Tie horses to trees in a way that won't damage the tree.
Recreation Opportunities
Hiking
Picnicking
Fishing
Horse Riding and Camping
