Sulphurdale
Sulphurdale emerges at 72 degrees Fahrenheit in Beaver County, flowing 22.7 degrees above the regional average annual air temperature of 49.3 degrees. This warm spring requires a 147-meter walk from the nearest road through mountainous terrain that receives 18.3 inches of precipitation and 68.9 inches of annual snowfall.
The spring flows in the Tushar Mountain region at elevation where mining-era disturbance remains visible across the landscape. Scattered tailings, collapsed structures, and prospect pits mark the surrounding slopes where conifer forests establish themselves between historic workings. The terrain receives substantial winter snow, supporting Douglas fir and aspen stands that transition to sagebrush and mountain brush at lower elevations. Steep canyon walls and exposed rock formations characterize the immediate setting.
The spring takes its name from the Sulphurdale mining district, where silver and lead-zinc deposits attracted intensive development during Utah's late-19th-century mining boom. The district saw major production from the 1870s through the 1920s, with periodic revivals extending into the mid-20th century. Scattered ruins and extensive tailings document the scale of operations that once supported a mining camp and processing facilities in the canyon.
Access from spring through fall when snow clears; winter snowpack makes approach difficult and potentially hazardous. The moderate walk requires sturdy footwear for uneven terrain littered with mining debris. Exercise caution around old shafts and structures. Adelaide Campground offers developed camping 28.7 kilometers away in Corn Creek Canyon, with access to the Paiute ATV trail system.
Is Sulphurdale worth visiting?
Best for
- Overnight camping trips
Overview Adelaide Campground is located in Corn Creek Canyon on the south end of the Pahvant Mountain Range near Kanosh, Utah.Recreation Corn Creek offers brown and rainbow trout fishing. Hiking and biking trails begin nearby, and the Paiute ATV trail can be easily accessed from the site.Facilities The campground offers 1 group site which can accommodate 48 guests and up to 15 vehicles. 9 individual sites are also available. These sites can accommodate 6 to 8 guests and 2 vehicles. All of th...