Best Campgrounds near Wanship, UT

Campgrounds near Wanship, Utah range from developed state parks to RV resorts with full hookups. Rockport State Park, located about 7 miles south of Wanship, offers multiple camping areas including Twin Coves and Riverside campgrounds with options for tent camping, RVs, and even glamping in yurts. Echo Island RV Resort in nearby Coalville provides 185 sites with amenities for RVs and cabin accommodations. The region includes several state parks within a 30-minute drive that feature waterfront camping opportunities, picnic facilities, and varying levels of hookups for visitors seeking more developed campground experiences.

Access to campgrounds varies seasonally, with many sites operating primarily from May through September. Road conditions generally accommodate standard vehicles, though some campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. "Sites aren't too close. It's beautiful," noted one camper about Riverside Campground at Rockport State Park. Temperatures in this area can fluctuate significantly, with cool nights even during summer months due to the higher elevation (around 6,000 feet). Most developed campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer weekends. Cell service is generally available at established campgrounds but may be limited in more remote areas between Wanship and surrounding communities.

Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews, particularly at Rockport State Park where campers appreciate the lake views and water access. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "We stayed in slot 12 and it had a beautiful view of the lake. We were close to the sand and beach and enjoyed building sand castles, fishing and taking our small raft on the lake." Several campgrounds in the area feature shaded sites with picnic tables and fire rings, though some reviewers note limited shade at certain locations. Wildlife sightings are common, with some campers reporting encounters with small animals. Visitors should be prepared for insects, particularly near water areas, as multiple reviews mention bringing bug spray. Noise levels vary by location, with roadside campgrounds experiencing more traffic sounds than those situated farther from main highways.

Best Camping Sites Near Wanship, Utah (262)

    1. Echo Island RV Resort

    23 Reviews
    Coalville, UT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 903-9265

    $50 - $300 / night

    "Really fun place in Utah. This was my dogs favorite campground so far. They have so much room to walk, and plenty of wildlife around to keep them interested."

    "The reason for lower rating is the proximity to the highway."

    2. Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park

    38 Reviews
    Park City, UT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 649-9540

    $35 - $50 / night

    "This isn't the prettiest lake. It is nice and big, but since it is one of the closest to Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley, it gets a lot of traffic."

    "We stayed at the "McHenry" campground in a spot right next to a creek. The traffic noise was a bit prevalent during the day because it's close to the highway. Great tent pad."

    3. Twin Coves — Rockport State Park

    15 Reviews
    Wanship, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 336-2241

    $35 / night

    "Rockport State park in Utah, at the Crandall Cove sites. Sites are well kept, the reservoir is really low. Hiking is nice. Bike trails are well kept."

    "We always pick a spot near the water and each spot seems to be a good distance away from where others are camping - which is nice."

    4. Spruces - Big Cottonwood

    33 Reviews
    Mounthaven, UT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $29 - $346 / night

    "Bathrooms always close by, no showers. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit. If you’re lucky, you can get a site close to the creek. Nice, cool nights in the summer."

    "Right up Big Cottonwood Canyon, this campground has the advantage of being up the canyon so you feel far away from the city, but close enough that you could go on a work night and still make it to the"

    5. Dry Hollow Campground — Echo State Park

    11 Reviews
    Coalville, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 336-9894

    $40 - $300 / night

    "We have always loved our stay at Echo Campground in Utah. The sites are very clean and the camp hosts are very accommodating. We will stay here again"

    "It was nice get away from Ogden"

    6. Park City RV Resort

    11 Reviews
    Park City, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 649-2535

    "The location of these grounds is money. You have direct access to the bike path that leads directly into Old Town Park City and links you with lots of other trails."

    "Convenient location right off of hwy 80! Thought there would be highway noise, but we were far away enough not to hear it. Clean bathrooms."

    7. Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

    11 Reviews
    Echo, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 829-6866

    $40 - $200 / night

    "The outside of the loop at Dixie C.G. is electric and water only. The inside of the loop has full hook-ups. 

     All sites have long, sturdy metal tables and a metal cover over a concrete pad."

    "Close to Favis and Weber counties, this is a great place for 1 or 2 night stays. We usually stay here every spring. The campground is a short walk to the "beach.""

    8. Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park

    7 Reviews
    Wanship, UT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 829-6866

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Great view of lake and  can walk down to swimming area . Great fishing,  especially if you know where to go."

    "Nice paved paths for our kiddos to right their scooters and fun water activities available to the kids for free (water bounce house etc)."

    9. Redman Campground

    15 Reviews
    Brighton, UT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $29 - $217 / night

    "This is super close to my favorite mountain bike ride in Northern Utah - The Wasatch Crest Trail. As you can tell in the pictures, this area is very lush and rich with pine trees."

    "The campsites are clean, the bathrooms are exceptionally clean with flushing toilets, you are a walk or hike away from Brighton and immersed in some of the most beautiful mountains around."

    10. Smith-Morehouse Campground

    15 Reviews
    Oakley, UT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 783-4338

    $28 / night

    "Clean area, plenty of activities to do close by, far enough away from civilization to make the trip worth it."

    "There are some good hiking trails near by. The lake is walking distance and is not crowded. Lots of wildlife to enjoy and to be on the look out for."

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Recent Reviews near Wanship, UT

1343 Reviews of 262 Wanship Campgrounds


  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Woodruff Narrows Bear Riverside

    Top Spot near Evanston

    Great spot. Easily accessible via a good, easy gravel road. Plenty of spots to choose from. Great view of the lake and the mountains. We really enjoyed the night. We didn't have internet with T-Mobile.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Squaw Peak Road Dispersed

    A hard way to the Top

    We fought hard to get to the spot. Up to Hood Campground, the road was a normal, winding road. Really great. After that, however, a stretch began that was really only suitable for 4WDs. Rocks, deep ruts, etc. We managed it with the 2WD, but we had to give it our all. There aren't many spots. The spot we found was right on the mountain in the forest, but it wasn't worth the effort. We still enjoyed the night very much. We didn't have an internet connection with T-Online. Apparently, the spot serves the locals as a picnic destination, love nest, or even wedding photo spot until sunset. We had a bit of everything that evening ;)

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 26, 2025

    Woodruff Narrows Bear Riverside

    Peaceful with lake views

    A 4 mile-ish drive off the main road this site is located right next to the lake and has vault toilets. It was lovely and peaceful and we woke up to a lovely sunrise. Road was easy enough to drive on and is quiet.

  • Cali C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Mud Creek Campground

    Spacious campground close to town

    There are tons of spots to choose from, and it always felt very safe. Lots of people with ATV’s and dirtbikes but not loud at all.

  • Jeff R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Miner's Canyon Dispersed

    Beautiful spot but trash everywhere

    Great views of the lake and surrounding mountains, but has trash, broken glass and junk everywhere.

  • Alisa P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 21, 2025

    Heber Ranger Station

    Parking Lot Camping

    You can stay at this ranger station up to 14 days. Heber city has a lot to offer. There was a large trash can available but the ranger station was closed due to electrical problems so I don’t know if they allow you to use the bathrooms inside.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Bountiful B Dispersed

    Popular re recreation area with good camping

    There's 4 fire rings around the coords, probably only 3 actual camp sites. The one fire has trails going all around it. If you continue up the mountain, there's more sites at the top. This whole area seems to be a local atv, dirt bike, mountain bike, and shooting area. Definitely lots of people shooting guns into gulleys during the day. Everybody seemed friendly though. The road up takes about 25 or 30 minutes to get to the coords. Its a bit rough but if you have awd or 4wd its no problem. Great views on the way up and down. I have Verizon and had coverage off and on, its enough to send texts but not much more.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Miner's Canyon Dispersed

    Many Sites of Varying Sizes

    Very easy access public land right on Utah Lake. Packed gravel and dirt road going in is lumpy from use but smooths out a bit farther in. Side roads to sites are anyones guess. Some are pretty reasonable, others are like mine fields. Suggest you park on the road and walk in. Many sites are “pull-throughs” so one entrance can be better than the other. Some great spots up the hill but you’ll need high clearance and 4wd. Bugs weren’t bad on this warm mid-September day. Some trash but I’ve been to more formal places with more trash than this. Access to the lake and lots of space to hike. Nice view of lights from the Provo side of the lake at night.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Echo Island RV Resort

    Great Nite Stay

    Clean, paved shady sites with full hookups. Lots of fun things for kids to do. Friendly staff. Pristine property. The only reason I couldn’t give 5 stars is due to the highway noise, but that made it convenient.


Guide to Wanship

Camping near Wanship, Utah, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the outdoors: Many campers enjoy hiking and biking along the scenic trails. For instance, one reviewer at Granite Flat mentioned, "The drive and location is beautiful. The campground is large and there is a lot of privacy."
  • Water activities: If you love water sports, check out Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park. A visitor noted, "Clean campground with access to water sports, and very close to Park City."
  • Wildlife watching: Campers at Anderson Cove appreciate the wildlife. One reviewer said, "It’s got very well-kept beaches, you can access the neighbor beaches as well with the pass you buy."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers often mention the cleanliness of the campgrounds. A review for Mountain Valley RV Resort states, "Everything was clean and so easy to use! We will definitely be back."
  • Friendly staff: Many visitors appreciate helpful staff. At Salt Lake City KOA, one camper shared, "The staff was very helpful and answered all of our questions."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A reviewer at Echo Island RV Resort said, "Wonderful tree-filled RV park. Two small swimming pools. Great pull-through sites."

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy. A visitor at Anderson Cove mentioned, "Super noisy both nights I stayed, literally people were kicked out both days for noise issues."
  • Site proximity: Campers at Tanners Flat noted that sites can be close together. One reviewer said, "Campgrounds are pretty close to one another but somewhat secluded depending on the spot you get."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain facilities. A camper at Granite Flat pointed out, "There are plenty of toilets and water spigots with potable water, but no trash receptacles, so you’ll need to pack out your trash."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for more room. A family at Little Mill enjoyed, "There was a fun giant 'sliding rock' in the area to climb on."
  • Plan for activities: Make sure to have activities for kids. A reviewer at Nunns Park mentioned, "Great little secluded access points into the river. Awesome way to cool off."
  • Bring earplugs: If you're near busy roads, earplugs can help. A camper at Little Mill noted, "The road noise was a lot more than I expected... especially at night."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check for full hookups: Make sure your campground has the necessary hookups. A visitor at Echo Island RV Resort said, "Full hookups, trash dumpsters, decent space between RVs."
  • Look for amenities: Amenities like pools and laundry can make your stay more comfortable. One camper at Mountain Valley RV Resort shared, "The park is nice and flat that kids are riding scooters and rollerblading throughout."
  • Research the area: Knowing what’s nearby can enhance your trip. A reviewer at Salt Lake City KOA mentioned, "This place was close to a lot of downtown spots."

Camping near Wanship, Utah, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking comfort. Enjoy your adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Wanship, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Wanship, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 262 campgrounds and RV parks near Wanship, UT and 63 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Wanship, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wanship, UT is Echo Island RV Resort with a 4.7-star rating from 23 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wanship, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 63 free dispersed camping spots near Wanship, UT.