The best desert campgrounds near Palmyra, Utah

If you're looking to go camping near Palmyra, Utah, Hipcamp has over 290 options for you to choose from. Whether you prefer a Wind Walker Homestead with 81 reviews, a Sandy Beach with 58 reviews, or a Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell with 38 reviews, you'll find the perfect spot. With an average price per night of $59 and options as low as $10, you can enjoy popular amenities like pets, cooking equipment, and campfires. And don't forget to take advantage of popular activities such as climbing, historic sites, and wind sports. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Palmyra

If you're looking to go camping near Palmyra, Utah, Hipcamp has over 290 options for you to choose from. Whether you prefer a Wind Walker Homestead with 81 reviews, a Sandy Beach with 58 reviews, or a Swell Retreat in San Rafael Swell with 38 reviews, you'll find the perfect spot. With an average price per night of $59 and options as low as $10, you can enjoy popular amenities like pets, cooking equipment, and campfires. And don't forget to take advantage of popular activities such as climbing, historic sites, and wind sports. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Palmyra

1. Wind Walker Homestead

95%

(130)

50mi from Palmyra · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Wind 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. 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 2022 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. Pickleball going in summer 2023. 8 new full hookup RV pads also going in summer 2023 and are now available with 30/50 amp service. 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

2. Strawberry Hideout

100%

(12)

48mi from Palmyra · 1 site · Tent, RV

Come and spend a relaxing weekend out at Strawberry Hideout where you have lakes, rivers, and hundreds of miles of ATV trails to explore Utah, located just east of Heber City! With a massive 10ft x 16ft deck, a picnic table and a smokeless cinderblock firepit you can lounge around to your heart's content! Here are the key features of the surrounding area: Strawberry Reservoir 20 minutes west Gas Station/Convinience Store/Restaurant 4 minutes away (The Big G) Starvation Reservoir 20 minutes east Slot canyons 15 minutes south Hundreds of miles of ATV Trails Outdoor privacy but not too remote (amazing cell reception!) Stargazing Occasional wildlife crossing!

3. Camp Sage under the Milky Way

100%

(3)

45mi from Palmyra · 1 site · Tent, RV

Need to make a pit stop or just looking for a short getaway? Camp Sage under the Milky Way is exactly what you get. This is a great rest area tucked away behind a hilly landscape and out of sight of Hwy 40 in Fruitland, Utah. Wake up to the smell of sage where you will feel relaxed, calm yet experience the invigorating sense of earthy goodness. Go to bed under the stars and if you're a late nighter you'll be mesmerized at the sight of the stunning Milky Way. There is a tent pad able to fit up to 6 people, a fire ring and spacious horseshoe driveway for parking multiple vehicles or a small to midsize RV/Camper trailer. This is a no frills campsite where you will need to provide your own water, toilet and firewood (We can provide firewood for an extra fee). There is a rest stop with restrooms just down the road going east on hwy 40 if needed. Pack it in and pack it out.

4. Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

90%

(94)

2666 sites · Levan, Utah

2.1 million acres of unique wilderness scenery just begging to be explored.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

5. Ashley National Forest

88%

(13)

1000 sites · Whiterocks, Utah

Choose some majestic highlights in this mountainous national forest.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

6. Salt Lake Field Office

90%

(5)

45 sites · South Salt Lake, Utah

Pets

Toilets

Campfires

Public campgrounds near Palmyra

Whiting Campground

8.9mi from Palmyra · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Rock Canyon Campground

10mi from Palmyra · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Spot 008. Plenty of green all around. Noisy as hell. Lots of biting flies.

Hope Campground

12mi from Palmyra · 24 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Close to town and perfect escape for a quick overnight camping trip.

Cherry Campground

12mi from Palmyra · 18 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Maple Bench Campground

13mi from Palmyra · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Maple Lake Campground

13mi from Palmyra · 7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Diamond Campground

15mi from Palmyra · 68 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

83%

(3)

Payson Lakes Campground

15mi from Palmyra · 65 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Balsam Campground

16mi from Palmyra · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Tinney Flat Campground

17mi from Palmyra · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

100%

(1)

Blackhawk Campground

18mi from Palmyra · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Theater in the Pines Campground

18mi from Palmyra · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Adam

July 2025

15 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Strawberry Hideout

Great campsite, plenty of space and amazing location. Daniel was super helpful in giving us recommendations in the area. Campsite was clean. Will definitely be camping here again!

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Jess

June 2025

16 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Strawberry Hideout

We absolutely loved this property! The kids had a blast on the deck, and there was plenty of space for them and our dog to run around and play. The firepit was a great touch for cozy evenings, and we really enjoyed exploring some of the nearby trails with our ATV. Communication with the host was excellent, and everything was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommended—we’ll definitely be staying here again! Thank you for a wonderful stay!

Several great spots to pitch your tents.

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Wade

May 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Wind Walker Homestead

One of the best. Host is absolutely wonderful. Great accomodations. 🤙

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Julia

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Camp Sage under the Milky Way

This site was great! Nice and flat for the tent. The solar lights on the path were super helpful. It was quiet and the night sky was amazing! I would definitely stay here again!

T

Tyson

March 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With kids

1 night at Wind Walker Homestead

Great place to spend a couple nights. Good amenities and the hosts are very friendly. Prompt return on all communications.