The best camping near Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest adventure.
92% (90 reviews)
92% (90 reviews)
2.1 million acres of unique wilderness scenery just begging to be explored.
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Overview
About
The Wasatch and Uinta Mountains in north-central Utah cover more than 2,500 square miles. That means plenty of designated wilderness areas to explore. World-class mountain biking and skiing trails compete for your attention. Bring a good pair of hiking boots and walking sticks.
Experienced climbers love scaling the Wellsville Mountains to see the valley spread out below. Enthusiasts claim these narrow mountains are some of the steepest in North America.
Mount Olympus lives up to its name. The peak rises 4,800 feet above the Salt Lake Valley for impressive views. The Uintas Mountains frame several rocky canyons for a desert-like vibe. Bring plenty of water in summer.
Several campgrounds offer a wide range of services. It's a 2.1 million-acre wilderness, after all. Backpackers should be aware of bears in the area and stash their cache of food accordingly.
Nearby attractions
Immerse yourself in the rich history and rugged beauty of the Colorado Plateau by camping near John Wesley Powell National Conservation Area. This camping adventure promises a journey through time, with fossil sites, geological wonders, and beautiful desert landscapes.
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90 ratings · 30 reviews
August 2022
Moosehorn Campground
CAMP HOSTS WERE THE WORST I HAVE EVER SEEN! We arrived and immediately paid our fees. A few hours later, the hosts came around and told us that we had not paid and that we needed to leave within 15 minutes, or we could get a ticket. Being EXTREMELY RUDE the whole time, we drove back down to the fee box to check. we couldn’t find it (though it was stolen?) and the host kept telling us we were liars and that they do a thorough job checking. So, we packed up all of our stuff, and the hosts came around 10 minutes later and told us they had found our envelope and said “i guess we could stay.” with ZERO apology or any kind-heartedness. While is was very pretty, i will not be going back due to the absolute rude attitude of the camp hosts. terrible
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Abby S.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2021
Little Lyman Lake Campground
Spent 3 nights at Little Lyman Lake to get out of the Heat. This is a wonderful campground with 6 small RV campsites and 4 tent sites. Sites 2, 3, 8 and 10 are pull thru. Site 1 is a double back in and 9 is a deep back in. There’s two very clean pit toilets but no water. Doesn’t sound like they will ever get water back so bring enough with you as we could not find any even in Mountain View. The host, Matthew drives up from Meeks Cabin multiple times every day and checks to see if you need anything, he is the greatest caretaker. There is only a few negatives. There’s a lot of people who come into the site to use the bathrooms and fish without paying the day use fee. They did leave some trash in the toilets and around the lake. People also wa
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William W.
4 years on Hipcamp
September 2020
Spruces Campground
Great site in the woods about 45 mins from Salt Lake City. Stopped here on a road trip when the first campground we stopped at it was closed for the season.
Tall trees provide some privacy, so even though sites are close together it doesn't feel like it! Camp hosts were super nice and sold us firewood. The bathrooms have flush toilets and are super clean. If you can get a site next to the stream, would recommend, as it's lovely and has a nice soothing bubbling creek sound. Had perfect service here on Verizon, enough to work for several hours via hotspot on my laptop.
Did a lovely hike nearby at Silver Lake. Were tons of other hikes nearby with waterfalls, lakes, etc etc. There is also a cute diner nearby. Definitely recommend this spot!
Gina P.
9 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· July 2020
Hope Campground
The camp ground is fairly easy to get to, but sites are really tight. This is NOT the place to take a large trailer or motor home! It's best left for tent camping. Sites are very close to each other. You hear everything. This wouldn't be a problem if people were mindful and considerate of their neighbors. Unfortunately for us, our neighbors were FAR from considerate, and were VERY noisy. They have water spigots, but they were all covered and not working. Why? Also, it's not level, tables, stoves, tent areas, etc were slopped, rocks everywhere. They did have plenty of shade though.
Campground wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great either. I don't recommend it.
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Tom M.
4 years on Hipcamp
June 2020
Cherry Campground
No potable water, bring your own
Matthew C.
4 years on Hipcamp
June 2020
Whiting Campground
I have camped here a number of times and enjoyed many a campfire with hotdogs and s'mores. I grew up in Mapleton and this city and camp area hold a special place in my heart. It's beautiful and peaceful.
Jim Peggy W.
4 years on Hipcamp
April 2020
Vernon Reservoir Campground
This campground is in a beautiful setting, but unless you’re into dirt bikes and OHVs, I wouldn’t recommend it. There are only 12 established campsites, each with deteriorating shelters, picnic tables and fire pits, however dispersed camping appears to be allowed in an unlimited way. When we were there, midweek, there were around 50 RVs parked around the reservoir. What could be a very beautiful and pleasant getaway is being ruined by the lack of oversight in this free, National Forest campground.
Beverly H.
5 years on Hipcamp
January 2020
Hoop Lake Campground
We go to hoop lake every year and we love it! But be warned, most of the time their water is unavailable and when it is available there is no guarantee that it is potable. It's best to bring your own water in. We learned that the hard way and spent a week long trip with no water in our rv.
Stephani H.
5 years on Hipcamp
November 2019
Anderson Cove Campground
was up for a weekend in mid-September 2019. Excellent, well-run USFS campground. A number of small group (20) sites, several large group (100) sites. Pets allowed in main campground, but not on the beach. No pets in secondary campground, except for service animals. My dog and I enjoyed our weekend. Vault toilets, potable water at a number of points. metal picnic tables, fire rings, pedestals. level, paved parking. Camp hosts are active in policing the campground.
Jonathan E.
5 years on Hipcamp
November 2019
Jefferson Hunt Campground
Jefferson Hunt was damaged in a flood, and is closed. Not expected to be reopened.
Jonathan E.
5 years on Hipcamp
August 2019
Sunrise Campground
If there is a camp host you might have a good experience. For my last stay there was no host and our reserved spot was hijacked by another group. With no one around to confirm that and it being near midnight we had to camp in the abandoned Camp Host site. The grounds were badly in need of cleaning as were the bathrooms. Campers have also been taking axes to the trees since ready firewood is scarce. This campground is next to a main road so there is some noise. We stayed in site 6 the second night and it was quiet. Safety is a concern for tent campers next to a major roadway with no host. There is a beautiful short trail you can use to see the sun rise over Bear Lake- it's in the back of the campground between 2 bathrooms.
Michelle H.
9 years on Hipcamp
January 2019
Granite Flat Campground
I think ya'll might have Granite Flat in American Fork Canyon, UT confused with Granite Creek in Jackson, WY. Unless I've missed it all these years, there's not a hot spring at Granite Flat. There's one in the valley below the canyon though. There's also not any desert here, but (again) you can find the desert down in the valley.
STILL, this is a great campsite (I got married here--it's that great!), but I don't want anyone bummed that they traveled all that way for the hot springs and end up disappointed.
Victoria F.
6 years on Hipcamp
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