Camping in Salem, UT, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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The Rockin Robbins Ranch

5 sites · Lodging6 acres · UTOur beautiful ranch is a Family Farm started by Grandpa Dar. We continue to honor the old ways of caring for free roaming chickens, growing food without chemicals, honey bee shelters, enjoying our home with family and friends. We are putting in our Hazelnut Trees, Chestnut Trees, Peach Trees, and a grove of old Oak Trees this Spring. We have expanded our ranch to a few more acres. We are moving our Fire Pit to allow more privacy and to meet fire safety standards. We are adding new gardens. New pictures are posted. Baby chicks arrive in May. We will be planting vegetable gardens for our guests to share in the harvest. We are continually working to improve the experience of our guests.

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The Hundred Acre Wood

4 sites · Lodging, Tents103 acres · UTOriginally homesteaded by Edwin Whiting in the 1870s, the upper reaches of Hobble Creek Canyon have been ranched by our family since 1901. Edwin was a fruit farmer and I suspect that the lone pear tree still growing (and bearing fruit) on the ranch, may have been planted by him nearly 150 years ago. Today we raise horses, but mostly we raise kids and spirits. Come up, set a spell, and renew your soul.

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Provo River Property

2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Provo, UTThis is a beautiful area! We plan to build our dream home on this lot but in the meantime, we want to share the amazingness with campers!Learn more about this land:***Please read this entire listing! We want you to have a great time and for this to be a great fit for you!***DO NOT BOOK UNTIL YOU'VE READ EVERYTHING! It serves no one if you don't have a great stay. **TEMPORARY NOTE- We're in the process of enclosing the lot with an 8' concrete privacy fence. The listing is written as it will be when the fence is done. As of now, most of the fence is done but we have to remove a few trees so there are some gaps in the privacy fence. When it's all enclosed, I'll take down this temporary note.***If you read the listing and still have questions, please reach out! I've improved the listing based on feedback from reviews on our other listing, and I answer ALL messages with pre-booking questions.PROs: Convenient location! Park Bathrooms (in the summer)! Locked Gates! Great Price! Next to a city Park! CONs: Next to a city park. Possibility of nighttime noise disturbances for those in a tent.KEEP READING!This is a fenced-in property right by the Provo River and the city park. It's surrounded by trees and the fresh smell and sound of the rushing river. You'll have access to the private driveway, the gated entry, and you can place your tent or camper anywhere on the lot. (Tent campers- this is not a quiet area. Tent camping not recommended unless you sleep like the dead.)We're steps from the Provo River trail that takes bikers and joggers to Utah Lake or up into Provo Canyon. It's great for taking long beautiful walks along the river. The river is just 100 feet away! You can make your way to the edge and sit with your feet in the fresh flowing water. There are many places where you can easily step into the clean river and swim, raft or fish.The park located right next to us is heavily wooded with lots of private spaces for meditation or exploration. The small duck pond is home to many beautiful wild ducks that will be happy to accept your food offerings. HipCampers who love the space typically want a safe but urban area to explore, relax, or work as part of their nomad lifestyle.*SET UP: You may set up camp anywhere on the lot.. Our trailer is the one with the little flower planters next to it. We don't mind if you park close to our trailer. We're not there every day. Please note that we do use our fire pit sometimes so park away from that if you don't like smoke. *NOISE: Please note we are close to a train track and you WILL hear the train sound in the night. We are also in proximity to a freeway which is not visible but sometimes able to be heard. You may hear people talking in the parking lot and vehicles moving.*SECURITY: Both gates lock. We are in a safe albeit public area. There is one streetlamp that lights the bridge going across the river to the bathrooms. Other than that, it's very dark, so bring a good flashlight. Because of the lack of lighting at night, it feels very private. Some guests have reported it feels sketchy at night which is understandable for someone to feel when in new surroundings. Yes, people use the path and sometimes the parking lot during the night, but we're in a very safe area compared to other cities. We keep all gates locked at night and when the property is vacant during the day.*TOILETS: Toilets are in the city park and are usually open, though they close for the winter season. There is a park just a little further down the trail that also has bathrooms. It is better to plan on no toilet services during the winter. We are not responsible for the city toilets so if you plan to judge your experience on them, please don't stay here. ;)*WATER: Drinking water is available on our lot. Provo city water is safe to drink. *POWER: 15 or 50 amp power is available with the purchase of the power "extra" at checkout. You MUST pre-order this add-on. Power is locked but we will give you the code if you have purchased the extra. The prime spots to park are up to 100' away from the power. You MUST have at least a 50' cord if you plan to use power and ideally a 100' if you want to park in the shade and still have power.*PRIVACY: Our lot is completely enclosed. On the public side (park and trail), we have a 8' tall concrete fence. Immediately outside our gate, you'll have access to the park and trail. The playground/pavillions/duckpond is on the other side of the river across the bridge. Provo residents are very friendly and may greet you at the park or on the trail, but they won't bother you when you're inside the private lot. *PETS: We are so sorry but pets are not permitted anymore. We have a little flock of chickens and ducks that call this lot home. We also have a parrot we bring when we are camping. We’ve had problems with guest pets so we have to say no more. *NEIGHBORS: We have a caretaker living on the lot. You will see his camper when you arrive. He keeps an eye on the property, feeds the critters, and is willing to help you if needed, but his job is not caring for Hipcampers. He will leave you alone.*ABSOLUTELY NO parties, no drinking, no drugs, no loud music.*NO GENERATORS. No you are not an exception. Yes, they are ALWAYS too loud. If we hear it or get a call from a neighbor that you are running it, we will ask you to leave with no refund.*NON-WATERED WEEDSCAPE WARNING. The grass in the park is green. Our lot is a 1/2 acre without a sprinkler system. Please don't arrive expecting everything to be green. We keep some area in the shade green but the rest is let to do its thing (which is die in the hot summer sun). Thanks!*CHECK IN TIME- is anytime after 2pm. If the site won't work for you, please cancel before 11pm for a full refund. ****THIS LOT IS PERFECT for you if you:-are boondocking (dry camping) with a self-contained vehicle or tent (and are not a light sleeper.)-like the convenience of our location-need a quick and easy and safe place to sleep as you make a road trip stop. (we're close to gas and the freeway)-have read all the transparency in the listing and think it'd be a good fit****THIS LOT is NOT perfect for you if you:-Are recreational camping and want a mountain or remote setting. Remember- this is within city limits.-haven't read everything above. Because guests who don't read a listing all the way through but still make a booking may be disappointed. **FREE CANCELLATIONS till 11pm!HipCamp's super flexible policy allows for free refunds up till the time of check-in. We've set our check in time to 11 pm to allow ample time to cancel. If you arrive and it won't work for you, simply cancel! If you do not cancel before 11pm, I'm sorry but there are no refunds. We tried to make things as easy as possible for you to get all the information you need. Please cancel by 11pm on your arrival date if it doesn't work for you.

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Wind Walker Homestead

6 sites · RVs, Tents170 acres · Spring City, UTWind Walker Homestead has been a destination resort for decades, but is now family owned and being updated and marketed for groups, couples, families, reunions, weddings retreats or just a camping weekend away from the hussle of city life. There is a special spirit on the land here and is visited by Native American groups each year. Elk, deer and many other species of wildlife are present at different times. With 170 acres, there is plenty of room to hike, bike and let the kids explore. Utah juniper and Cedar are the species of trees on this high desert landscape at 6000 foot elevation. A newly renovated pool summer 2021 and new bathrooms, showers and laundry room added (in a 14 foot grain silo) by the pool spring 2022. We just added a basketball area and sand volleyball is summer 2022. 8 new full hookup RV pads also going in summer 2022. Far enough away from the lights of surrounding towns of Spring City, Mt. Pleasant and Ephraim, the Milky Way and stars will amaze. Come and visit for a night or a week. We look forward to seeing you soon. - Cindy, Bob, Joe and Natalie

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Glamping at The Refuge

2 sites · Lodging, RVs1 acre · Kamas, UTAt the gateway to the Uinta mountains, beautiful valley setting. New camping trailer with water, electric, A/C, furnace, 1/2 bath, full fridge, cooktop, oven and microwave. TV and WiFi. One queen bed, and table area can be made into a full size bed. Right off the Mirror Lake Hwy. Dog friendly. Enjoy the mountains and lakes during the day, with a comfy spot waiting for you to recover for your next adventure. Fantastic sky, beautiful views. Come see us!

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Sandy Beach

39 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents350 acres · Levan, UT17 RV sites available for reservations. Easy to access 55 foot long sites. Each site has incredible lake views. Access to private sandy beach with jet ski, kayak, and paddle board rentals available. Fishing, water sports, views, and star gazing. Just a short distance from I-15 but worlds away from the hustle an bustle.

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Mountainous Creek Canyon

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · UTHello, campers! This is an amazing place to camp and relax, away from busy city life, full of tall sage and pine. both campsites have access to the peninsula, where you can enjoy a beautiful 23' wide by 4' deep creek perfect for tubing and fishing! This is a great place to bring ATVs, UTVs, motorcycles, etc. to explore down the main road for site seeing! There is easy access to the other side of the creek over a walking bridge that opens up the larger portion of the acreage. Fire pits are available at each campsite (please keep fire in the pit at all times and fully extinguish after use). Close by you will find both Strawberry and Starvation Reservoirs just 10-20 mins away, both offer a variety of winter and summer sports. During the winter there is snowboard paragliding, snowmobiling, and ice fishing! During the summer amazing canyon hiking access just yards from your campsite, swimming, tubing, fishing, and boating! Wildlife watching can be amazing and regularly spotted throughout the property.

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Christian J.’s Land

2 sites · Lodging10 acres · UTLearn more about this land:This is 10 acres of mostly Pinon trees. We have a view of grandaddy mountain in the Uintah and the luxury of being in a gated community where you can expect serenity and top notch star gazing. We have two bell tents, one 5m one 6m round as well as a trailer and space for your van or rv. We are also about 30 minutes from two lakes. One of our favorite things to do however is hiking the backcountry. It's a beautiful area made for explorers and people just wanting to get away.

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Utah's inland ocean

23 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents100 acres · Grantsville, UTSeabase's water was visited by the pioneers on the way to California, and then was owned by Grantsville City as a "swimming hole", and now is a SCUBA and snorkeling resort.& event locationn. Camping and events happen, and sometimes there would be no one here but you and the caretakers, sometimes a lot of people. There are 20 acres to dry camp, so getting back away from traffic, or close to the water are options.

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Lakeside Cabins and Camping

1 site · Lodging5 acres · UTThis is on about 3 acres with a river running through it. It is only a 5 minute or so drive to Yuba Lake. The nearest town with a grocery store is Nephi, the nearest gas stations with convenience store and Dairy Queen is 7 miles away.

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Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell

5 sites · RVs, Tents208 acres · Castle Dale, UTA Swell Oasis in the desert of the San Rafael Swell: Swell Retreat. A pine tree farm was active prior to us purchasing the land, so lots of beautiful trees. A couple ponds stocked with large mouth bass. Zipline, WIBIT, water slide, etc. A field of hay, and continued improvements to make it into a Swell Retreat!!! We are a great spot to stay and have onsite a zip line into Lake Elevate, water slide into the pond, adventure island, zipline, kayaking, paddle boarding, catch and release fishing, and close to all fun in the San Rafael Swell. 20 min or so from three reservoirs for additional fishing, swimming and motor boating, 30 minutes from the Little Grand Canyon for breathtaking views, hiking and mountain biking, petroglyphs and the San Rafael Swell river to float on, 60 minutes from Goblin Valley, within 60 minutes to multiple slot canyons: Little Wild Horse Canyon, Muddy Creek, The Chute (similar to Zion National Park), Baptist Draw, to name a few. Mountain fun for rock climbing just up the road in Joe's Valley, hiking, biking, fishing, etc. We would love to have you stay on our little farm while you enjoy the fun of the San Rafael Swell adventures.

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LZJ Ranch's Hiawatha Hideout!

10 sites · RVs, Tents1000 acres · UTFor-the-Outlaw-in-all-of-Us... Welcome! Better than 1000 acres of Utah high desert located near Utah's spectacular San Rafael National Recreation and Wilderness Areas! The ranch was home originally for prehistoric Fremont Native Americans, Ute Indians and later homesteaded by early Europeans in the late 1880's and early 1920's. Truly fascinating historic structures, historic 1916-17 rail line, stone brothel, scattered arrow heads and rock bordered walls and farm plots remain untouched on the property. The original Italian Perucci Family homesteaded here and began ranching in the early 1900's. Learn more about this land: Camp or hunker down like Butch Cassidy's Wild Bunch probably did at the Hiawatha Hideout! We are a cattle ranch and so much more that is strategically located for easy accessibility. Check out our new and expanded campsites, road improvements, signage and rock solid CURTEOUSY GUEST WIFI INTERNET! You asked for it and now we've got it! The Ranch is a picturesque, convenient and very well-hidden secret in Utah's east central high desert and that's how we intend to keep it! Please remember we are not a developed "commercial campground" and we don't ever intend to be... (there are no hot showers, no potable drinking water, no fixed toilet facilities and no sewer hookup -- but we do have a well maintained port-a-potty and non-potable water for washing, cleaning and showering-- located at the main wagon wheel camp area). We are an historic, goat, sheep and cattle ranch exploring the concept of agri-tourism and are sharing our private property with you as guests. If you are into off-grid peace, quiet and solitude we are your deal! We cater to the independent "do-it-yourselfer-get-away-from-the-crowd" primitive dry camp type of guest and explorer! Please, please be aware that our main priority is managing the ranch, our offsite farms and our animals scattered in between so we might not always be available every minute to show you in person or answer every call every minute about where to park or where to find the port-a-potty etc.. IF YOU PACK IT IN PLEASE PACK IT OUT! WE DO NOT PROVIDE TRASH PICKUP OR RECEPTICALS! The only rule here? Do at least the first ~250 yards of the 2.5 mile loop trail hike to the sheep camp, pond and stream and historic stone buildings (the trail head is located on the north side of the main wagon wheel camping area right next to the port-a-potty). The trail immediately descends down a rocky steep and scenic dug-way and follows the course of a small stream, gorgeous cottonwood, pinion pines and juniper trees! Don't forget your camera folks and be sure to keep an eye on your kids and pets. Watch your step and be on the lookout for steep ledges, drop offs, tree branches, sharp rocks, barbwire, a twisting trail and variety of native animals and birds. Take the full loop and find the hidden and historic stone brothel/dance hall (yup, an honest to goodness house of ill repute... ) located right next to an historic rail line that connected the towns of Price and Hiawatha back in 1916 & 17! We are family & large group-friendly providing virtually unlimited camping, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, photography, wildlife viewing and exploring opportunities in and around Utah's (less well-known, yet truly spectacular) San Rafael Swell Wilderness and Recreation Areas! CHECK OUT OUR NEW LOCAL AND EXTENDED SAN RAFAEL SWELL RECREATIONAL AREA WIDE TOURS! You'll be riding in an epic Land Rover Defender 110 (seats 8 comfortably with integral factory seat belts; see our "experiences" below to book now!). Butch and Sundance knew where the off grid good spots were and undoubtedly spent time here... and that's why you should too! Concerned about video teleconferencing or missing your favorite episode of Yellowstone or Longmire? We've got you covered! Our open WIFI guest network provides stable up and download speeds that are unbelievable and the main camp site has excellent strong (3-4+ bars) cell service with all major carriers! Check out our visitor "EXPERIENCES" on the main website for a grand ole' time! Park your large RV with towed vehicle, trailer or small SUV and tent at one of multiple camp sites from near commercial camping grade (Site 1 with 120 v ac, 60 amp service) to Site 10 tent bushwhacking at a remote stream bank isolated hideaway requiring all wheel drive short, narrow wheel base and high clearance vehicles only and a difficult stream crossing or just hike in ~1 mile! With over 1000 acres to roam, we can provide almost unlimited over flow camping that is of variable distance from the main wagon wheel camp area. If we are booked send us a message/email and depending on your group size, number and size(s) of vehicle(s) we'll see if we can work out an alternative over flow camp site just for you! Explore the tranquil seclusion along picturesque Miller Creek as it courses for a mile bisecting the center of the ranch. Cool your feet in the crystal clear water at noon or take a nap in the shade of magnificent riparian cottonwoods. Check out the 1/2 acre hidden pond and spring! Avoid worrying about full campsites (particularly on weekends and holidays) as you'll find the privacy, safety, and solitude you're seeking among pinion pines, hundreds of years old twisted cedar (juniper) trees and crystal blue clear skies! Close your eyes, feel the cool breeze and take in the scent of a burning cedar campfire. Bask in splendor while camping on the east slope of the spectacular Manti La Sal National Forest, Star Point and Gentry Mountain! Relax, avoid the traffic, headache, congestion, and noise of better known and more heavily visited recreational sites before you head back to civilization! Isn't that what you really intended to do? Prep the mountain/electric bikes and lace up your favorite hiking boots or jogging shoes. Maybe kick back and enjoy a quiet evening around the large group camp bonfire! Later, take one of the unimproved trails for an off-the-grid reclusive expedition or look for that perfect remote camp site. Colloquial western folk tales, ghost stories and some incredible western music can be had here as well as horse trail rides, Amish buggy rides and even a motorized tour are available. Just one more thing... Since the ranch is bordered by public federal BLM and state SITLA lands there are literally thousands of additional acres to explore but only accessible through the ranch main gate. And for Pete's sake don't forget extra fuel, food, clothing and your camera! Discover the historic stone brothel (that's right including a bar and dance hall built in ~1916 & 17) with a late 1880's inscription on the back wall). Hike, bike, or ride along the bed of the historic Utah Railway line that connected the towns of Price and Hiawatha via a rare early gasoline propelled locomotive back in 1912 (lasted only a few years before an historic flood destroyed its trestles). Check out the remains of a 100+ year old relic pump house, spring, and pond that settlers relied on to irrigate cultivated farm plots on the historic homestead. Keep an eye out for deer, moose, coyotes, rabbits, golden eagles or a lonesome cowboy moving cattle along your path. Wake early and stay up late for a spectacular summer sunrise and sunset under an authentic Navajo "Cha ha' oh" (summer shade hut) at the main group campsite. Corral and rest your horses in one of three enclosures outfitted with automatic waters, feed tubs, and onsite alfalfa/grass 2 string bales (available on request). And don't forget to take a dip in one of the two solar-powered cattle watering troughs if it gets too hot! Check out an absolutely gorgeous vintage restored 1920's sheep camp (our favorite) or simply throw out your bed roll under the stars about anywhere! The Hideout is located ~20 miles as the crow flies south of the infamous "Castle Gate hold up" that was staged on April 21, 1897, at the mouth of Price Canyon in east-central Utah. Located 15 miles (as the crow flies) from the San Rafael Swell's "Wedge Overlook" (aka Little Grand Canyon) and within easy striking distance of the Buckhorn Wash, Cedar Mountain, Tavaputs Plateau, Huntington Reservoir, Electric Lake, Scofield Reservoir, Joe's Valley Reservoir as well as countless other recreational sites in Carbon and Emery County! In need of a place for this summer family reunion? This is it! Have a grand shootin' time in an authentically recreated western town with saloon, bank and out buildings at the neighboring world class "North Springs Shooting range" (Single Action Shooter Society--SASS approved) or practice at the modern pistol, rifle, long distance and/or archery range (located just a couple miles north and east of the ranch). ATVs? there are hundreds of miles of trails/2-tracks on public state and federal lands to explore in almost any direction surrounding the ranch. Got a hunter in the family? Because the ranch borders the majestic central Utah Manti La Sal mountain range it is key winter range for a very large number of mule deer, elk and other wildlife. Take your favorite hunter on a mid-winter photography extravaganza and enjoy once in a lifetime monster trophy rutting mule deer bucks that will leave even the most proud hunter speechless! Check out the petroglyphs and pictographs of nearby Nine Mile Canyon (largest collection on earth) or stay put and visit what's left of the ranch's original homestead, early European settlers' stone buildings, prehistoric Fremont Indian pit houses, pioneer dugouts or simply enjoy the spectacular topography, wildlife and scenery. Located just 20 miles away from The San Rafael Swell of Utah, you're away from the crowds and perfectly situated for exploring! You'll also be just off the well-beaten path to Moab and Hanksville, and a plethora of national parks, monuments, and state parks (including Canyonlands, Capital Reef, Goblin Valley, Horseshoe Canyon, Glen Canyon National Recreational Area and Lake Powell to name just a few). Gratuities are welcome from our visitors and campers. We appreciate your patronage! We grew up on the “No Trespassing” side of a lot of fences and know what a privilege it can be to visit and be welcome to explore historically off-limits “private property”... Recognizing just how fortunate we are to own and manage the Ranch makes sharing it with others easy. All we ask is that you admire it, protect it and respect it as much as we do. We have undertaken a variety of ongoing environmental conservation stewardship improvement projects collaborating with state and federal conservation agencies as well as multiple not-for-profit wildlife and habitat organizations who have helped improve the aesthetics, historical recognition/preservation, natural beauty, range carrying capacity and rehabilitation of years of unregulated grazing of riparian zones to help maximize the wilderness health, diversity, beauty and agricultural sustainability of the ranch. We feel it is a privilege to share it with others of like mindedness. Gratuities are used for further wildlife/conservation improvements, cleanup, toilet facilities and a variety of range land and watershed improvements. Once at the ranch you’ll belong to a select guild of visitors and campers who are our friends and to whom we will be indebted forever. We strongly advise all visitors and campers to comply with all local state and federal COVID health recommendations/guidelines. Please message us for more information. Thanks in advance! NOTICE: We are not responsible for or liable for any and all accidents, injuries, falls, animal encounters, drownings, deep mud, slippery conditions, fire, lost or stolen items, damages, or vehicles left over 7 days or any other physical, emotional or monetary loss and/or injury that may occur traveling to, during or after your visit. Our ranch and camp areas can and do experience severe weather, including, but not limited to, heavy rain, flash flooding, strong winds, impassable roads, dislodged rocks, deep snow and freezing temperatures. We do not condone or permit the use of any illegal and/or all hazardous devices, materials or activities on the ranch. The ranch does have a variety of resident and transient farm/ranch animals as well as wild animals that can and do occasionally gain access to the campsites, hiking/biking trails and recreational areas, including, but not limited to, cattle, horses, mules, donkeys, coyotes, bears, raccoons, bats, rodents, badgers, eagles/hawks, venomous snakes/reptiles and even mountain lions. Wild and domestic animals may harbor dangerous pathogens, diseases and parasites, including but not limited to ticks, tick borne diseases, rabies, brucellosis, giardiasis and a variety of other infectious and parasitic diseases (i.e. Lyme disease, ring worm, tapeworms, prion disease and infectious diarrhea). There are physically dangerous cliff ledges, drop offs, erosive stream banks, construction/landscaping heavy equipment, trenches, holes and other potentially hazardous places and things on the ranch. Plan accordingly, watch your children and pets carefully and continuously and always be attentive to your surroundings and circumstance as your life and/or the lives of your loved ones may depend on it. All guest camping, visiting, activities, expeditions and "experiences" provided by "The LZJ Ranch" or "The Hiawatha Hideout!" are operated under the management of Hiawatha Hideout, LLC and/or San Rafael Tours, LLC.

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