Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Is drinking water available at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

Potable water is available at 13 of 14 sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have showers?

Showers are available at 11 of 14 sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at every site at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have cooking equipment?

Cooking equipment is available at 11 of 14 sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have laundry?

Laundry is available at 6 of 14 sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have a playground?

A playground is available at 11 of 14 sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have wifi?

Wifi is available at 2 of 14 sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell. WIFI access is available by horse coral. Not near glamping tent.

Does Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell.

How do you get to the sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.

Are pets allowed at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

Yes — pets are allowed at some sites at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell. Off leash okay at some sites.

Are campfires allowed at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

Yes — campfires are allowed at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

You'll meet and greet with your host Lacy upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

Super Strict (30 Days) at some sites; Super Strict at the others. 50% refund up until 30 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

Check-in at 4pm. Check-out at 10am. Flexible check-in available. Late check-out available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book at Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell?

Book up to 9 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 12 hours' notice.

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Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell

Hosted by Lacy · Castle Dale, Utah

14 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging · 208 acres

98%

70 reviews

Family-friendly

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A Swell Oasis sandwiched between the San Rafael Swell and Manti La Sal mountain range: Swell Retreat. 208 acres with two recreational ponds: zipline, floating adventure island, water slide, ninja course, kayaks, paddle boards, swimming and fishing…. stocked with large mouth bass. You can also enjoy a 5.5 mile mountain bike trail. Land play area: trampoline, tether ball, climbing dome, horseshoes, corn hole, etc. We serve individual campers, small groups, family reunions, corporate groups, and large groups up to 700 guests. 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. World class bouldering, ranked number 8 in the world, 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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3 sites

Camp Ambition

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(21)

Tent site · Sleeps 30

This camp site can accommodate 2 or 3 tents, pending size, and or a 30 foot trailer (backed in). If you have a bigger group than 15, please message us.. Kids 4 and under are free. Included in pricing North Side Amenities: 2 acre pond (Little Lake Elevate), 1/4 acre pond, and multiple smaller ponds to fish (catch and release), paddle boards, kayaks, canoe, peddle boat that seats five, 100’ floating adventure island, lots of life jackets available that are age 2 years old to adult, swim, zip line and enjoy a water slide, all at your own risk (open access for other camp sites or if you want the retreat to be private for your group, reserve the whole place for a family reunion, book the overnight group retreat). Hike around the 167 acres. Picnic under the trees. Visit the horses and cows. 5.5 mile mountain bike, horse, or hiking/jogging trail onsite General store onsite: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, and general camping essentials; UTV rentals; horseback riding; axe throwing; archery; disc golf; play a game of pool Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's (excellent food diner, our favorite is the sampler platter with chicken, fish, and shrimp with beer battered fries and their salads are to die for...and their alfredo pizza...oh my) and R Pizza Place is so good too (great pizza options, meals, smoothies, ice cream, and yummy breadsticks). *** For groups larger than 15 please look at a different camp site (cottonwood grove, etc). We love family reunions and gatherings! **floating island and water slide available 15 May - 15 Oct, pending weather.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

Whispering Pines

100%

(7)

Tent site · Sleeps 31

Stay at the Swell Retreat in the Whispering Pines. We have 10 acres of pine trees that are beautiful! Camp among them. This camp site can hold several tents, pending size. There have been multiple camp trailers stay at this site as well, but it is a steep hill to get to the site. If you have a bigger group than 20, please message us, we are happy to adjust the parameters to reserve your party. Kids 4 and under are free. Included in pricing are the South Side amenities: 1 acre pond (Lacy’s Lake), paddle boards, kayaks, canoe, peddle boat that seats five, floating island, lots of life jackets available that are age 2 years old to adult, swim, pine tree zip line for the kids and enjoy at your own risk (open access to all other camp sites or if you want the whole retreat to be private for your group, reserve the whole place for a family reunion, see the group overnight retreats for North Side or South Side). Hike around the 40 acres. Picnic under the trees. Visit the horses and cows. Swell Retreat is 208 acres with a 10 acre retired Christmas Tree Farm, 20 acres of hay, 30 acres for cow and horse grazing, multiple ponds stocked with wide mouth bass (catch and release). We are excited to open our land to you for camping, relaxing, recreating, and rejuvenating!! Our ultimate goal is to open a youth and family retreat that focuses on skills, having fun, and strengthening individuals and families. All proceeds go to improving the land and creating the youth and family retreat. Onsite there are many places to camp and activities included. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Milsite, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and a dozen slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's (excellent food diner, our favorite is the sampler platter with chicken, fish, and shrimp with beer battered fries and their salads are to die for...and their alfredo pizza...oh my) and R Pizza Place is so good too (great pizza options, meals, smoothies, ice cream, and yummy breadsticks). *** For groups larger than 20 please message, we are happy to accommodate!! We love family reunions and gatherings!

Short walk to site

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Dancing Pines: South side

Tent site · Sleeps 30

This camp site can accommodate up to 30 guests, 3 tents and 2 camp trailers, pending size. It includes a griddle with propane, a camp chef burner, 4 x camp tables (2 square and 2 rectangle), and two hammocks. Water spigot available, bring your own water containers to fill up. Fire pit. Includes one bundle of wood. Additional wood purchased for $5 per bundle. ***Kids 4 and under are free. Please account for guests 5 and older at check out. If you would like to add a MIG Trailer to your stay add the number of nights at "add extra options" using the scroll bar. *$15 processing fee for guests added after initial booking. We encourage accurate guests at booking so we can be sure the lake doesn't get over crowded. South Side Swell Retreat, a little piece of heaven with a 10 acre retired Christmas Tree Farm, pond stocked with large mouth bass (catch and release). North side Swell Retreat is booked separately. We are excited to host you for camping, relaxing, recreating, and rejuvenating!! Admission price includes use of the following: -Zipline in the trees for the kids -Kayaks ($25 value per day at most rental shops) -Paddle Boards: ($31 value per day at most rental shops) -72' Floating Island that includes a slide, bridge, balance beam, climbing wall and cliff jump. 5.5 mile trail: mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, and jogging General store onsite: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, and general camping essentials; UTV rentals; horseback riding; axe throwing; archery; disc golf; play a game of pool. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, Lammy's. *** For groups larger than 15 please look at a different camp site (cottonwood grove, etc). We love family reunions and gatherings!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Picnic table

RV/tent sites

5 sites

Cottonwood Grove

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RV/tent site · Sleeps 51 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Camp in a grove of Cottonwood trees either on the grass in a tent or back in your trailer (up to 30') or pull around. This site can comfortably fit 7-10 trailers (pending their sizes) and various tents. This site comes with many features: two hammocks setup in the trees, a spring mattress napping bed, a disc swing, a baby swing, a hammock chair swing, two six foot picnic tables, one 36" griddle with propane, a two burner Camp Chef with propane, a sink with potable water, two prep tables, outdoor lighting, and a grub shed that includes pots and pans, cooking utensils, eating utensils, mixing bowls, plates, bowls, and cups. Children 4 and under are free. Our little piece of heaven is 208 acres with a 10 acre retired Christmas Tree Farm, 20 acres of hay, 30 acres for cow and horse grazing, multiple ponds stocked with large mouth bass (catch and release). We are excited to open our land to you for camping, recreating, and rejuvenating!! Included in pricing North Side amenities: 2 acre pond Little Lake Elevate, 1/4 acre pond, and multiple smaller ponds to fish (catch and release), paddle boards, kayaks, canoe, peddle boat that seats five, 100’ floating island, lots of life jackets available that are age 2 years old to adult, swim, zip line and enjoy a water slide at your own risk. Hike around the 167 acres. Picnic under the trees. Visit the horses and cows. 5.5 mile trail: mountain bike, hiking, horseback riding, jogging General store onsite: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, and general camping essentials; UTV rentals; horseback riding; archery; axe throwing; disc golf; play a game of pool. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating (Milsite, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, Lammy's *** For groups larger than 100 please look at the Private Group Retreat option, we are happy to accommodate!! We love family reunions, weddings, corporate retreats, our unique Hearts and Horses Retreat and gatherings!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Pond View

89%

(14)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 21 · Vehicles under 40 ft

A great site for larger campers and RVs with great views! Surrounded by trees, yet open for your camper and/or RV. The site is large enough you can pull in and circle around to exit when your adventure is over. You will have North Side access (all included in the cost) to Little Lake Elevate with the zip line, 100' floating adventure island, kayaks, paddle boards, canoe, peddle boat, water slide, fishing, trampoline, volleyball net, baseball field area. Off site you are right across the street from a San Rafael Swell access road, 20 min to 3 reservoirs for motor boating, The Little Grand Canyon, Buck Horn Wash, etc. **Booking Details: The overnight stay only accounts for one person and then you will have to add the number of people that plan on staying at the site. Each site has a different maximum occupancy. Remember to add the quantity of people who will stay at the site with you when you are booking the site. **Book this camp site for a group of 20. If you have more guests you can use a combination of bookings with the other camp sites to add more people or book the entire retreat for a family reunion, wedding, corporate retreat, our unique Hearts and Horses Retreat, or the entire venue for your retreat. **We can't wait for your stay!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Private Overnight Group Retrea

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(2)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 150 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Stay overnight with your group of 100 or less and have the Swell Retreat North Side to yourselves! Enjoy the day at Little Lake Elevate: 100' long Floating adventure island (max capacity 20), zip line, water slide, kayaks, paddle boards, peddle boat, canoe, swimming and fishing (catch and release). Please message prior to booking to ensure we have a day that is not reserved for your private booking. We will need to know number of tents and trailers that will be staying onsite. Bring your four wheelers, side by sides, and bicycles!!! We have 167 acres and plenty of it is flat enough for camping to accommodate RVs, camp trailers, tents or sleeping under the stars. The night sky is incredible here. We have five campsites setup with fire pits that can accommodate tents easily (each are individually listed on HipCamp if you would like more details): Whispering Pines (can't accommodate trailers at this time), Cottonwood Grove (can accommodate 7-10 trailers, pending size), Camp Ambition (one trailer/RV 35'), Pine View (has a fairly steep hill but can accommodate a small trailer/RV) and would likely be plenty to accommodate your group, pending how many RVs and/or camp trailers you have with your group. If you feel best about specifics then please message us with number of trailers/RVs and specific sizes of each. Then we can be sure to get you a more exact layout. But, if your comfortable with lots of open space and seeing where you want to camp when you get here we are good with that too! You will have the Swell Retreat North Side of 167 acres reserved. Team member check out required with staff member to ensure no additional clean up fees will be incurred. General store onsite: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, and general camping essentials; UTV rentals; horseback riding; axe throwing; archery; disc golf; play a game of pool. 5.5 mile: mountain bike, hike, horseback, jog

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Cottonwood Triplets: North Side

Booked 1 time

RV/tent site · Sleeps 30 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Relax, recreate and rejuvenate at Swell Retreat! The Cottonwood Triplets camping site is spacious for up to 6 RVs (any length) and multiple tents, griddle, camp chef, includes propane, two hammocks and sitting swing, includes fire pit area, two picnic tables, and solar lights for ambient lighting. You will have North Side access (all included in the cost) to Little Lake Elevate with the zip line, 100' floating adventure island, kayaks, paddle boards, canoe, peddle boat, water slide, fishing, trampoline, volleyball net, baseball field area. Off site you are right across the street from a San Rafael Swell access road, 20 min to 3 reservoirs for motor boating, etc. **Booking Details: The overnight stay only accounts for one person and then you will have to add the number of people that plan on staying at the site. Each site has a different maximum occupancy. Children 4 and under are free. Remember to add the quantity of people who will stay at the site with you when you are booking the site. **Book this camp site for a group of 30. If you have more guests you can use a combination of bookings with the other camp sites to add more people or book the entire retreat for a family reunion, wedding, corporate retreat, our unique Hearts and Horses Retreat, or the entire venue for your retreat. 5.5 mile trail: mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, and jogging General store onsite: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, and general camping essentials; UTV rentals; horseback riding; axe throwing; archery; disc golf; play a game of pool. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, and Lamy's. **We can't wait for your stay!

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

South Side Private Retreat

RV/tent site · Sleeps 50 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Stay overnight with your group and have the entire south retreat privately. Enjoy the day at Lacy's Lake: Wibit (max capacity 15), water slide, kayaks, paddle boards, unlimited swimming. **We will need to know number of tents and trailers that will be staying onsite. We have 40 acres and plenty of it is flat enough for camping to accommodate RVs, camp trailers, tents or sleeping under the stars. The night sky is incredible here. We have four glamping sites & a glamping cabin setup with fire pits that can accommodate tents/trailers easily. If you feel best about specifics then please message us with number of trailers/RVs and specific sizes of each. Then we can be sure to get you a more exact layout. But, if you're comfortable with lots of open space and seeing where you want to camp when you get here we are good with that too! You will have 40 acres reserved. Team member check out required with staff member to ensure no additional clean up fees will be incurred. Admission price includes use of the following May-Sep (*seasonal changes listed below): unlimited use -Kayaks ($27 value per day at most rental shops) -72' Floating Island that includes a slide, bridge, balance beam, climbing wall and cliff jump: ($20 per hour value at most adventure parks); life jacket required; no shoes or objects allowed on island): 15 person max at any given time -Water slide, and Swimming. **Waiver & rule acknowledgment required prior to arrival: [xxxxxxxx] **Outdoor shower/porta potties **No lifeguard on duty; all at your own risk; fun zone orientation required **Seasonal change: only kayaks & fishing **Glamping tents tents included and large party tents aren't included

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Lodging

6 sites

King Roost Glamping Cabin: South

100%

(5)

Cabin · Sleeps 11 · 5 beds

Glamping cabin sleeps up to 11 guests; king bed and 9 twin beds (bunkbed style); includes bedding 208 total acres at Swell Retreat and the Swell Retreat South Side is 40 acres. Your stay will include a private glamping cabin and shared access to South Side amenities: Lacy’s Lake (includes the floating island, kayaks, and paddle boards, waterslide and ninja course; land games: horse shoes, tether ball, ladder ball, trampoline, climbing dome with slide, etc 10 acres of pine trees with beautiful wild life. *** 5 mile trail for mountain bikes, horses, jogging. *Clean porta potties *Outdoor shower or the local swimming pool has indoor showers for a fee. *No power or HVAC available *Onsite general store with camping essentials, firewood $7 per bundle or 2 for $12, creamery ice cream and ice. UTV rental, axe throwing, archery, horseback riding, etc A couple miles away: grocery store, Maverik, and dining. 15 minutes away: world class bouldering, 3 reservoirs, Manti La Sal Mountain Range (Joe’s Valley). 30 minutes away: The Little Grand Canyon. Incredible view and easy drive to get there. Inquire for destination weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, youth groups, our unique Hearts and Horses retreat or hosting your own retreat. This camp site can accommodate 6 guests. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza Place, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, and Lammy's. *** For groups larger than 15 please look at a different camp site (cottonwood grove, etc). We love family reunions and gatherings! **floating island and water slides are active 15 May - 15 Oct; subject to change pending weather **bring your own heat source (Mr Buddy Heater) if staying during cold nights

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Pine Roost King Glamping: South

Booked 4 times

Bell tent · Sleeps 6 · 3 beds

Glamping tent accommodates up to 6 guests; 3 beds (queen and two fold down beds); bedding included 208 total acres at Swell Retreat and the Swell Retreat South Side is 40 acres. Your stay will include a private glamping tent and shared access to South Side amenities: Lacy’s Lake (includes the floating island, kayaks, and paddle boards, zipline in Pine trees, horse shoes, tether ball, ladder ball, climbing dome with slide, swing, etc 10 acres of pine trees, a retired Christmas Tree Farm, with beautiful wild life. There is a self serve zipline in the trees. ***5 mile trail for mountain bikes, horses, walking/jogging. Available for both the North and South side use. General store: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, general camp supplies; UTV rentals, horseback riding, archery, axe throwing, disc golf, etc *Clean porta potties *Outdoor shower or the local swimming pool has indoor showers for a fee. *No power available near tents. There is internet and power available at the [xxxxxxxx] for details. A couple miles away: grocery store, Maverik, and dining. 15 minutes away: world class bouldering, 3 reservoirs, Manti La Sal Mountain Range (Joe’s Valley). 30 minutes away: The Little Grand Canyon. Incredible view and easy drive to get there. Inquire for destination weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, youth groups, our unique Hearts and Horses retreat or hosting your own retreat. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, Tavo's, R Pizza, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, Lammy's, and Ponderosa Grill *** For groups larger than 15 please look at a different camp site (cottonwood grove, etc). We love family reunions and gatherings! **bring your own heat source (Mr Buddy Heater) if staying during cold nights

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Queen Bee Glamping Tent: South

Booked 1 time

Bell tent · Sleeps 2 · 1 bed

queen bed, sleeps up to two, includes bedding 208 total acres at Swell Retreat and the Swell Retreat South Side is 40 acres. Your stay will include a private glamping tent and shared access to South Side amenities: Lacy’s Lake (includes the floating island, kayaks, and paddle boards, zipline in Pine trees, horse shoes, tether ball, ladder ball, etc 10 acres of pine trees, a retired Christmas Tree Farm, with beautiful wild life. There is a self serve zipline in the trees. 5.5 mile trail: mountain bike, hike, horseback, jog *Clean porta potties *Outdoor shower or the local swimming pool has indoor showers for a fee. *No power *No HVAC A couple miles away: grocery store, Maverik, and dining. 15 minutes away: world class bouldering, 3 reservoirs, Manti La Sal Mountain Range (Joe’s Valley). 30 minutes away: The Little Grand Canyon. Incredible view and easy drive to get there. Inquire for destination weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, youth groups, our unique Hearts and Horses retreat or hosting your own retreat. General store onsite: creamery ice cream, firewood, ice, and general camping essentials; UTV rentals; horseback riding; axe throwing; archery; disc golf; play a game of pool. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, and Lammy's. **bring your own heat source (Mr Buddy Heater) if staying during cold nights

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Rejuvenated Roost - Glamping Cabin

Cabin · Sleeps 8 · 5 beds

sleeps up to 8 guests (queen bed, two fold down beds, two loft beds); bedding included 208 total acres at Swell Retreat and the Swell Retreat South Side is 40 acres. Your stay will include a private glamping cabin & shared access to South Side amenities: Lacy’s Lake (includes the floating island, kayaks, and paddle boards, waterslide and ninja course; land games: horse shoes, tether ball, ladder ball, trampoline, climbing dome with slide, etc 10 acres of pine trees, a retired Christmas Tree Farm, with beautiful wild life. *** 5 mile trail for mountain bikes, horses, walking/jogging. Available for both the North and South side use. *Clean porta potties *Outdoor shower or the local swimming pool has indoor showers for a fee. *No power or HVAC available near glamping area. *Onsite general store with camping essentials, firewood $7 per bundle or 2 for $12, creamery ice cream and ice. UTV rental, axe throwing, archery, horseback riding, etc A couple miles away: grocery store, Maverik, and dining: Fatty's, R Pizza, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, Lamy's, and Ponderosa Grill. 15 minutes away: world class bouldering, 3 reservoirs, Manti La Sal Mountain Range (Joe’s Valley). 30 minutes away: The Little Grand Canyon. Incredible view and easy drive to get there. Inquire for destination weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, youth groups, our unique Hearts and Horses retreat or hosting your own retreat. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza Place and Tavo's *** For groups larger than 15 please look at a different camp site (cottonwood grove, etc). We love family reunions and gatherings! **Waterslide and floating island are in season 15 May - 15 Oct, dates subject to change based on weather conditions. **Bring Mr Buddy Heater for cold nights

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Relaxed Roost - Glamping Cabin

Cabin · Sleeps 8 · 5 beds

sleeps up to 8; queen bed, two fold down beds, and two loft beds; bedding included 208 total acres at Swell Retreat and the Swell Retreat South Side is 40 acres. Your stay will include a private glamping cabin and shared access to South Side amenities: Lacy’s Lake (includes the floating island, kayaks, and paddle boards, waterslide and ninja course; land games: horse shoes, tether ball, ladder ball, trampoline, climbing dome with slide, etc 10 acres of pine trees, a retired Christmas Tree Farm, with beautiful wild life. *** 5 mile trail for mountain bikes, horses, walking/jogging. Available for both the North and South side use. *Clean porta potties *Outdoor shower or the local swimming pool has indoor showers for a fee. *No power or HVAC available near glamping area. *Onsite general store with camping essentials, firewood $7 per bundle or 2 for $12, creamery ice cream and ice. UTV rental, axe throwing, archery, horseback riding, etc A couple miles away: grocery store, Maverik, and dining: Fatty's, R Pizza, Tavo's, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, Lamy's, and Ponderosa Grill. 15 minutes away: world class bouldering, 3 reservoirs, Manti La Sal Mountain Range (Joe’s Valley). 30 minutes away: The Little Grand Canyon. Incredible view and easy drive to get there. Inquire for destination weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, youth groups, our unique Hearts and Horses retreat or hosting your own retreat. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, R Pizza Place and Tavo's *** For groups larger than 15 please look at a different camp site (cottonwood grove, etc). We love family reunions and gatherings! **Waterslide and floating island are in season 15 May - 15 Oct, dates subject to change based on weather conditions. **Bring Mr Buddy Heater for cold nights

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Turtle Shell Glamping Tent: South

Bell tent · Sleeps 2 · 1 bed

Sleeps up to two; queen bed; bedding included 208 total acres at Swell Retreat and the Swell Retreat South Side is 40 acres. Your stay will include a private glamping tent with one Queen bed and shared access to South Side amenities: Lacy’s Lake (includes the floating island, kayaks, and paddle boards, zipline in Pine trees, horse shoes, tether ball, ladder ball, etc 10 acres of pine trees, a retired Christmas Tree Farm, with beautiful wild life. There is a self serve zipline in the trees. ***coming soon: 5 mile trail for mountain bikes, horses, walking/jogging. Available for both the North and South side use. *Clean porta potties *Outdoor shower or the local swimming pool has indoor showers for a fee. *No power available near tents. There is internet and power available at the [xxxxxxxx] for details. A couple miles away: grocery store, Maverik, and dining. 15 minutes away: world class bouldering, 3 reservoirs, Manti La Sal Mountain Range (Joe’s Valley). 30 minutes away: The Little Grand Canyon. Incredible view and easy drive to get there. Inquire for destination weddings, family reunions, corporate retreats, youth groups, our unique Hearts and Horses retreat or hosting your own retreat. Offsite: Direct access to San Rafael Swell for mountain biking, OHVing, hiking, kayaking on San Rafael and the Muddy, canyoneering, etc. Joe’s Valley is minutes away and popular for bouldering. Three reservoirs within 20 minutes for boating, swimming and fishing (Millsite state park, Joe’s Valley, Huntington State Park). Short drive to dozens of mountain lakes. 100’s of miles of off road trails for off road enthusiasts. Goblin Valley and awesome slot canyon hikes within a hour. Little Grand Canyon 30 minute drive. Local diners: Fatty's, Tavo's, R Pizza, Food Ranch, Cup of Joe's, Lammy's, Ponderosa Grill, Grub Box **Waterslide and floating island are in season 15 May - 15 Oct, dates subject to change based on weather conditions. **Bring Mr Buddy Heater for cold nights

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

Showers

Picnic table

Reviews

98%· 89 reviews

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Review summary
Generated from real Hipcamper reviews
Swell Retreat offers a well-rounded camping experience with a mix of relaxation and adventure. The campgrounds are praised for their privacy and well-stocked amenities, making it ideal for families and groups. Activities such as kayaking, zip-lining, and inflatable water courses keep guests entertained, while the hosts Ben and Lacy receive commendations for their hospitality. However, the lack of a proper shower facility is noted as an area for improvement.
Christine K.
Tent camped at Pond View: North Side with kids, Aug 2026.
Recommends
The camp site was great! There’s lots to do and the sites are really well stocked. The hosts are great too. Highly recommend.
Jade G.
Camped at Pine Roost King Glamping: South with friends, Jul 2026.
It was okay
Overall, this was a fun place to stay. The tent was cozy and had everything we needed. Mattress was a little on the hard side though. We really enjoyed playing on the lake. My kids loved the inflatable water course and we all loved being on the kayaks and paddle boards. One area the retreat could improve on is having a shower facility. There's is an outdoor shower on the property, but it was very rustic and not inviting. Investing in a shower and bathroom facility would earn this place a 10/10
Jessica S.
Tent camped at Camp Ambition: North Side with pets, Jul 2026.
Recommends
We had an incredible weekend at Swell Retreat with a 2 year old and 7 year old! We camped on the North side in Camp Ambition. Our site was shady with plenty of trees, a nice installed shade tent, and tucked into a little hill so we felt very private. No matter where you camp, each site feels very private and distanced from others. The Blackstone flat top and stove top come with the propane and a grill brush. There is a hammock and a hammock chair that the kids were obsessed with. It also came with FOUR camp tables with benches so you really don’t even need to bring chairs! Porta potties were super clean. There is a cute little playground nearby with a trampoline, ladder ball, tether ball, soccer nets, horseshoes, yard bowling, baby swing, climbing dome, and probably more. The main event is the incredible pond with tons of free kayaks, a canoe, paddle boards, pedal boat, huge inflatable floater with slides, a ZIP LINE, and a free standing water slide. The water was comfortable to swim in and the floatie was secure and maintained. At sunset it turns into a bird sanctuary. It was amazing to watch the hundreds of birds swooping and singing. We saw tons of lizards, butterflies and hummingbirds. We didn’t have enough time to experience it all! The kids grabbed ice cream from the general store and we were easily able to run into the town grocery store a few minutes away. Joe’s Valley is nearby, gorgeous and incredible for climbing, plus the reservoir is a great little lake stop. The

Amenities

Fire pitsPrivate fire pit at each site · Firepit, Communal
Portable toilets
Potable waterAt some sites · Spigot, Hose, Bottled water or jugs
ShowersAt some sites · Hot water, Cold water only
Picnic tables
WifiAt some sites
LaundryAt some sites
Trash disposalTrash bin
Cooking equipmentAt some sites · Communal, Private, Sink or other dishwashing station, Grill over firepit
PlaygroundAt some sites
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No hot tub

Things to know

Walk-in access at some sites2WD accessible. Short walk at some sites; drive in at the rest. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.
Pet-friendly at some sitesOff leash okay at some sites.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll meet and greet with your host Lacy upon arrival.
Cancellation policySuper Strict (30 Days) at some sites; Super Strict at the others. 50% refund up until 30 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 4pm. Check-out at 10am. Flexible check-in available. Late check-out available at some sites.
Booking windowBook up to 9 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 12 hours' notice.

Extras

Firewood bundle$5.00 per itemAt select sitesStart your trip off right with a bundle of firewood waiting for you at your camp for your first campfire.
MIG Camp Trailer $60.00 per nightAt select sitesDon't want to worry about packing a tent or a trailer? No worries, we will setup a MIG Trailer for you at your camp site. Sleeps four adults or two adults and two children. Includes beds (two full size beds). Bring your own bedding. See website for additional photos. Book the number of units based on the number of nights you want to use it. We only have 2 MIG trailers, but the unit number will represent the number of nights you want to sleep in it.
Archery Range - Own Gear - 1 Hr$10.00 per personOutdoor archery range at Swell Retreat
Archery Range - Rent Gear - 1 Hr$25.00 per personOutdoor archery range at Swell Retreat.
Archery Range-Group-Own Gear-1 Hr$5.00 per personOutdoor archery range at Swell Retreat. Group 10 or more at $5 per person.
Archery Range-Group-Rent Gear-1 Hr$20.00 per personOutdoor archery range at Swell Retreat. Includes gear rental. Group 10 or more at $20 per person
Disc Golf: Group of 1-5 people$10.00 per item9 hole course on Swell Retreat Add another group item for each group over 5 persons. ($10 per 5 persons)
Axe Throwing 8+people$9.99 per personGroups of 8+ $9.99 per person per hour Unleash your inner Viking! 🪓 Axe throwing is an exhilarating sport where you hurl axes at a wooden target. Fun for all!
Axe Throwing: 4-7 People$11.99 per personGroups of 4-7 $11.99 per person per hour Unleash your inner Viking! 🪓 Axe throwing is an exhilarating sport where you hurl axes at a wooden target. Fun for all!
Axe Throwing: 1-3 people$14.99 per personGroups of 1-3: $14.99 per person per hour. Unleash your inner Viking! 🪓 Axe throwing is an exhilarating sport where you hurl axes at a wooden target. Fun for all!