Camping near Salt Lake City
Camp by the largest saltwater lake in the US on a camping trip around Salt Lake City.
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Aspen Oasis
1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Midway, UT
Welcome to Aspen Oasis, a serene campsite nestled in the heart of Midway, Utah. This peaceful retreat offers a stunning natural setting, complete with a gentle stream that flows through the site. Enjoy the convenience of a flattened tent camping area, perfect for setting up your base, along with a cozy picnic and fire pit spot for memorable evenings under the stars.
For outdoor enthusiasts, Aspen Oasis is ideally located near scenic biking and hiking trails, making it the perfect escape for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Relax, recharge, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature at this hidden gem in the mountains.
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Tiny Shiny Escape, River Runs Thru!
2 sites · Lodging, RVs2 acres · Salt Lake City, UT
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable Airstream Basecamp escape with a river-front parking spot, clean air, bright stars access to trials out the back door!
Just 20 min from Salt Lake City Center in one of Salt Lake City’s most desirable zip codes!
Trailer has hot water, stove top, mini fridge/freezer, heated, AC.
Cute outdoor area off my front street but not many cars up here!
Access to my grill down by the magical fairyland mini water fall.
Take your love up here and connect (even if that means yourself) ❤️
Fill you water bottle at the natural spring down the road!
Multiple hiking trails trailheads are walking distance! Wild Turkey are abundant!
Moose, Deer, Coyotes! Come reconnect to nature 🍄 : )
Meet me if you want but i can also keep to myself!
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The Hundred Acre Wood
4 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents103 acres · UT
Originally 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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Off Center
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Midway, UT
Located in beautiful Midway just blocks to center of town where you’ll find shopping, dining, Farmers Market with Yoga in the park on Saturdays, E-bike rentals, ATV rentals and so much more. Just a few miles to Deer Creek Reservoir where you can enjoy paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing or even rent a boat for the day. Park City is just 20 mins and SLC is only 35 min.
10 minutes to world class skiing at Deer Valley.
Camping with tents and RV’s allowed on the property. There are free range chickens on the property as well as owners having 2 friendly dogs. Come and enjoy the sounds of the crickets and beautiful dark skies at night.
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Second Chance Ranch
1 site · Tent1 acre · Morgan, UT
My husband Shaun and I fell into rescuing horses quite by accident. We started a non-profit to promote the Rescue, Rehab, Retrain and Rehome method to get horses out of bad situations and into good homes. We are a small rescue and hope to be much bigger one day! Please come visit, enjoy our beautiful property and support an amazing non-profit cause while you are at it! Learn more about this land:We are a non-profit horse rescue situated on one acre. The best description I can give of our property is that it's great for a convenient and quaint "Stop and Sleep". This is because we are located right off of the old main highway and have two neighbors within eyesight from the house. This site is very convenient for quick stays since it is so CLOSE TO THE HIGHWAY this makes it convenient but may not be appropriate for very light sleepers or for extended stays. The camping area is simple, with wild grass and a fire pit, bordered by the river on one side and the horse pasture on the other. You can see and hear the river easily April-July. The river is seasonal and does dry up in mid July-August. Drinkable hose water is available near the house. If you want a ranch-style camping experience with lots of interaction with your hosts and opportunity for adventure then you have chosen the right camping location! You are welcome to join in the daily choring activities or choose to be taken on a scenic trail ride or thrilling guided gallop on beautiful and well-trained rescue horses.PLEASE NOTE: The bathroom is located in our house and has a flushable toilet and shower with hot water. Bathroom hours are 8am-9pm. Parking is located a few hundred feet from the campsite, just off of the road. You must walk a few hundred feet to get to the campsite and you cannot pull your vehicle right up to it. While we do welcome car campers and pop-up trailers, just know you won't be parked at the campsite if you choose to sleep this way. We look forward to having you camp with us!
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Rasmussen Ridge
12 sites · RVs1 acre · Mantua, UT
Located in Mantua, UT, a small mountain valley in Cache National Forest on the Wasatchback of the Rocky Mountains of Utah. A ten minute walk to Mantua Reservoir for ice fishing in the winter, kayaking, boating, water skiing, fishing in Spring, Summer, & Fall. Pickleball courts and Sydney's Grill are a 10 minute walk away. Mountain biking, four wheeling, side-by-side adventure right outside your RV door to Willard Peak and the beautiful Northern Wasatchback. Use of my huge lawn (next to the field where you park) for lawn games (provided for a small fee), and my in-ground fire pit are available for your enjoyment. Friendly dogs are very welcome - my white Lab is always looking for new friends! 3 miles down Box Elder Canyon to two large grocery stores, Walmart, gas stations, restaurants, and gyms. One hour to skiing at Snow Basin (home of 2002 Olympic downhill), Powder Mountain to the south and Beaver Mountain to the north. World's largest game bird refuge and museum 10 minutes west down the canyon. Utah State University 30 minutes to the north and Weber State University 30 minutes to the south. Box Elder Creek is a 5 minute walk into Box Elder Campground, the poppy hill (2 weeks in June), and wonderful hiking opportunities. The valley was settled by Danish immigrants in 1862, and the property you will be on
is owned by a descendent of the original settlers. See more info about Mantua in the link below.
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1959 Airstream Tiny Home- Hot Tub!
1 site · Lodging1 acre · South Salt Lake, UT
Hot Tub, Hot Tub, Hot Tub
This 1959 Airstream is sure to provide a romantic and uniquely unforgettable experience. See what tiny-home living is all about! Private Deck Hot Tub Hot Water Ac/Heat year round comfort -Nostalgic mostly original/updates where it matters.
-Propane fire-pit off-street gated, driveway parking -Two single beds -Fast WiFi -Streaming TV with Netflix Fully fenced yard with driveway gate. Chad, the owner lives on-site, yet provides privacy.
This is located in a urban/suburban area, and Chad owns the little oasis and lives in the front home. You will likely see him and he will say hello but allows you privacy and to enjoy your alone time. If you are the kind of person who would like to connect, Chad loves meeting guests, sharing a meal or a drink, and get to know his guests. You get to the set the tone on that! With 6000+ reviews on another major platform, Chad is a professional host and has made Real Estate, STR's, experiences and hospitality his profession. As a Top 500 RE agent in Utah, out of nearly 20,000 agents, Chad is knowledgable in the Real Estate space and can talk your ear off on that, but also enjoys YOGA, Breathwork, plant medicines, and exercise.
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Secluded Mountain Tent Site
2 sites · Tents1 acre · Morgan, UT
Learn more about our tent sites in beautiful Mt. Green:
This tent site is right in a little scrub oak forest, nestled in the foothills below Snowbasin. Beautiful views of Morgan Valley, Snowbasin Ski resort, it is a gateway to all your outdoor adventures. We are semi-rural, so expect wild turkeys randomly visiting, along with our neighbor's chickens, and a rooster crowing. Maybe even a deer or moose, if you're lucky. A starry sky, because we don't have much light pollution!
The sites are tucked behind a hill, perfect for privacy, and is surrounded by scrub oak trees. Campers are welcome to use the fire pit area chairs and our portable propane fire place (when there is not a fire danger in place). There are some plug in bistro lights for a cozy camping ambiance and a power strip to charge any electronics. There is drinkable water at the faucet by our front porch. Cooking with a propane camp stove is ok. There is an enclosed compost toilet, power strip for charging needs, and a picnic table at the first tent site. Dogs are negotiable, just ask ahead of time. The sites are a short walk down from the top of the driveway. Sites are not wheelchair accessible. Our site only fits one four person tent.
Our location in Mt. Green is a great central location to some of these spots:
10 minutes from Snowbasin Ski Resort: Skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, mountain biking, and a great brunch at the lodge.
15 minutes from Morgan: ATV rentals, horseback riding, river tubing, BBQ, coffee, and Debs Spicy Pie.
15 minutes from Ogden: Historic 25th Street, great bars, farmer's markets every Saturday, movie theater, excellent restaurants, and amazing rock climbing.
40 minutes from Salt Lake City: amazing bars, great food, lots of activities.
20 minutes from Boating or swimming at Pineview in Eden, or in East Canyon in Morgan.
We have all sorts of activities that we can recommend. Please reach out, we'd be happy to share some of our favorite places!
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Utah's inland ocean
23 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents80 acres · Grantsville, UT
Seabase'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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Henefer Valley Overview
4 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Henefer, UT
Welcome to Henfer Valley View!
Nestled on a fenced 1-acre lot, Henfer Valley View is the ideal spot for campers seeking a picturesque and convenient overnight stay. Whether you're traveling in a motorhome, travel trailer, or any other type of vehicle, you'll find easy road access to our site.
Highlights:
- **Stunning 360-Degree Views**: Enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Henfer Valley from every angle.
- **Perfect for All Vehicles**: Our lot is accessible to all types of vehicles, including motorhomes and travel trailers.
- **Convenient Location**: Located just 2 miles from both exits, Henfer Valley View offers quick and easy access for travelers.
Stop by and experience the tranquility and beauty of Henfer Valley View!
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Echo Island
7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents41 acres · Coalville, UT
Echo Island features RV sites, NEW Glamping tents, and cabins. Resort amenities include WiFi hot spots, modern restrooms, swimming pools, and hot tubs. Also on site are volleyball, and basketball courts. From sunny days to snow days, every season is a stunner at Echo Island. On the banks of the Weber River and located so close to Echo and Rockport Reservoirs, within an hour of Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo. Want a sophisticated night or day out? Drive just 30 minutes to Park City. Bring the kids and swim, or head out for skiing, snowboarding, hiking, boating, and horseback riding in the Wasatch Back. We are a pet friendly campground.
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Moose Meadow
2 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Brighton, UT
This is a private driveway in a great location in Big Cottonwood Canyon. The driveway is long and surrounded by aspen, abutting the "old" unused house on my property, so it is private. Although near the main road, the site feels private. You are less than 1 minute walk to Big Cottonwood Creek, and there is hiking out the door in multiple directions, as well as easy biking to Solitude Resort. As a bonus, you are 1/4 mile from Silver Fork Lodge if you get a hankering for a prepared meal.
Please note that there are NO DOGS allowed in Big or Little Cottonwood canyons. There is a high fine if so. So this is not an appropriate spot to bring your four-legged friends unfortunately.
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Camping near Salt Lake City guide
Overview
Salt Lake City, Utah sits in Salt Lake Valley with Oquirrh Mountains to the west and the Wasatch Range to the east. The city’s borders make up the banks of Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the entire western hemisphere. After swimming and boating around the lake, set up camp at Great Salt Lake State Park on a tent, RV, or primitive campsite on the beach. Nearby parks like Antelope Island State Park offer campers views of free-range bison right from their tent window. Or, take a break from the saltwater and discover Utah Lake State Park, where warm fresh waters await swimmers and anglers alike.
Where to go
Great Salt Lake State Park
A short drive west of the city brings Hipcampers to Great Salt Lake State Park for year-round camping. Campsites for trailers up to 40 feet with water and electric hookups are available by the lake’s rentable marinas for swimming and boating. Or reserve a spot right on the beach in primitive tent campsites with firepits and access to hikes that lead to views of Black Rock National Historic Landmark. There’s no fishing because of the lake’s high salinity and mineral content, but the thriving brine shrimp bring migratory birds that are great for birdwatching.
Antelope Island State Park
Antelope Island is the largest island in Great Salt Lake, a wonder of geography that becomes a peninsula when water levels are low. The geography of Antelope Island State Park creates great backcountry trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking (eBike rentals are also available at the visitor’s center). Then, stay at RV or primitive campsites in the park among local free-ranging bison, bighorn sheep, and pronghorn antelope. The pet-friendly park also has accessible campsites with full hookups, hot showers, and picnic tables.
Utah Lake State Park
The mouth of Provo River empties into Utah’s largest freshwater lake. Warm, 75°F Utah Lake waters are rife with catfish, walleye, and white bass available to fish year-round. It’s also great for swimming, boating, and paddleboarding—with canoes and kayaks available to rent within the state park. Campers can rent boat slips too, but they do fill up fast during popular camping seasons. After a day of fishing, set up camp at pet-friendly paved pads that offer back-in and pull-through options as well as full hookups and firepits.
When to go
The humid continental climate of Utah’s Great Basin area provides Salt Lake City hot, dry, and mostly clear summers, averaging high temperatures of 86°F. Winter temperatures range from 27°F to 49°F, which makes for great winter camping opportunities for skiers and snowboarders who visit the area. Pacific Ocean jet stream air currents flow right over SLC, which does send large storms from October through May.
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