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Manti National Forest

Where: Ephraim, UT (Sanpete County)
Indoors or outdoors: Outdoors
Good for: outdoor lovers

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Manti National Forest covers a large area across Utah and Colorado established over a century ago. The forest offers extensive space for outdoor activities. Research specific areas within the forest to match your interests and abilities.

Updated October 22, 2026

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Manti National Forest was established as the Manti Forest Reserve by the United States General Land Office in Colorado and Utah on May 29, 1903 with 584,640 acres (2,366.0 km2). After the transfer of federal forests to the U.S. Forest Service in 1905, it became a National Forest on March 4, 1907. On July 1, 1915 Nebo National Forest was added.

About Manti National Forest

Manti National Forest is a nature area or viewpoint in Ephraim, Utah, in Sanpete County. It's an outdoor activity. Within 30 miles there are 12 other nature areas and viewpoints, the nearest being La Sal National Forest (about 0.1 miles). It suits outdoor lovers.