Campsites to Visit in Utah

Experiencing the “Great Outdoors” can be a well-needed retreat for many busy Americans, especially for nature lovers. Finding the perfect spot to camp is not difficult when visiting the state of Utah. There are so many choices and several parks and campgrounds throughout the state. Utah is the home of Bryce Canyon, Zion’s National Park, Dinosaur Land and Dinosaur National Monument plus many more state parks. There are several mountain ranges that stretch across Utah including the Wasatch Mountains, the Rockies and the high Uintahs. Whether you are looking for places to boat, swim, hike, fish, picnic or horseback ride, Utah has a place for you.

Campsite Suggestions for Zion’s National Park

There are so many wonderful camping sites available, depending on your camping destination. If you are planning to visit Zion’s National Park here are some campgrounds near the park that you may consider:

Zion Canyon Camp Ground-479 Zion Park Blvd, Springdale Utah
Offer trailer sites, RV hookups and tent sites. Amenities include: Picnic tables, drinking water, swimming, toilets, dump sites, fishing etc.

Zion Ponderosa Resort-East entrance of Zion’s National Park, Mt. Caramel Utah
Seasonal site that is open April-October, they offer a number of tent sites. Amenities include: Picnic tables, drinking water, toilets, showers and laundry.

Zion River Resort-730 East Highway 9, Virgin Utah
Offer camper cabins, RV hookups; Teepees and tent sites, even have high-speed Internet access available. Amenities include: picnic tables, swimming, laundry, drinking water and showers.

Camping in Bryce Canyon

If you are going to visit Bryce Canyon, here are some near by camping sites available:

Ruby’s Inn Campground-Bryce Hwy 63, Bryce Utah
RV hookups and trailer sites, tent sites. Amenities include: Picnic tables, swimming, boat, handicap facilities, showers and laundry.

Bryce Valley KOA-Scenic Hwy 12 at Red Rocks Rd., Cannonville, Utah
Offer tent sites and RV hookups. Amenities include: Swimming, toilets, showers, picnic tables, drinking water and laundry.

King Creek-Panguitch 26 mile SE off Hwy 12, Panguitch Utah
Have many tent sites and RV hookups. Amenities include: Swimming, boating, toilets, drinking water and picnic tables.

Campsites Near Dinosaur National Park

Planning to visit Flaming Gorge in Vernal the home the Dinosaur National Monument and Dinosaur land Park? Here are some campgrounds located near your destination:

Dinosaur Village-Vernal 7000 E Hwy 40, Vernal Utah
Offer trailer sites, RV hookups and tent sites. Amenities include: Fishing, picnic tables, showers, toilets, handicap facilities and drinking water.

Steinaker State Park Campground-Vernal 7 mi N off Hwy 191, Vernal Utah
Have RV trailer sites and tent sites. Amenities include: Boating, fishing, swimming, drinking water and picnic tables.

Red Fleet State Park Campground-Vernal 13 mi N off Hwy 191, Vernal Utah
Offer RV trailer sites and tent sites. Amenities include: Swimming, toilets, and drinking water, fishing and boating.

Campgrounds Near Park City

Park City is known for it’s skiing, but there are great summer activities available in this historic little town. Several campsites are located near Park City including:

Wasatch Mountain State Park -located in Midway, 2 miles NW off HWY 220/224. They offer trailer and tent sites with drinking water, toilets, showers, boating, group sites and more. This campground is open year round.

Hidden Haven Campground-0-5 miles from Park City. They have trailer, RV hookups and tent sites. With picnic tables, toilets, showers, laundry, boating and fishing this site is a favorite for campers of all ages.

Reservations for National Parks

When making reservations for National Parks and their campgrounds there are fees required. Reservations must be made in advance and the National Parks Reservation Service handles the reservations. Fees typically vary from $5-$20 per vehicle and/or $5 per person. Regulations vary as far as fires, backpacking and other activities so visitors need to review all rules at each individual park.

Other Outdoor Attractions in Utah

When visiting the state of Utah you will find a vast variety of camping sites and campground resorts, no matter where you visit. Utah is know for their outdoor recreation and beautiful scenery. Moab is a popular place to visit with its scenic sites and rugged terrain. The Arches and Canyon lands are located in Southern Utah near Moab. Canyon Reef National Park in Kanab is another popular tourist attraction. Lake Powell is another beautiful attraction in Utah. It is known for its boating and water skiing as well as their houseboats and camping facilities. If you are an outdoor enthusiast Utah is the state to visit for all or your camping needs.