2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Mount Timpanogos and Redman Campground near Alpine, Utah house upscale glamping accommodations with yurts nestled in wooded settings along mountain streams. Both locations provide amenities that exceed standard camping experiences, featuring heated canvas structures with comfortable bedding, electricity, and direct access to scenic trails. According to a camper, "We stayed in a yurt with my family of five and really enjoyed the campground. There were fun rocks for kids to climb on near the campgrounds and lots of trees perfect for hammocks." The glamping options blend modern conveniences with natural surroundings, offering picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water while maintaining a boutique camping atmosphere that appeals to outdoor enthusiasts seeking comfort.
Glamping guests at these locations enjoy proximity to Timpanogos Cave National Monument, Tibble Fork Reservoir, and the spectacular Alpine Loop scenic drive. The eco-friendly glamping sites provide convenient access to fishing spots, swimming areas, and hiking trails within minutes of the accommodations. One reviewer highlighted, "There are sites right next to the creek and sliding rock area is great for kids of all ages to explore. The lake up the road is fun for swimming, paddle boarding and sand play." Seasonal considerations affect availability, with most glamping sites operating from May through October when the Alpine Loop is accessible. Reservations are recommended well in advance, particularly for summer weekends when these boutique camping experiences fill quickly due to their popularity among Salt Lake City and Provo visitors.
"I stayed on site 58 (tent only). Enough room for 2 medium tents. Next/above stream. Tucked in very back. Long ways to walk from car. Water spout next to car area."
"It sits beneath Box Elder Peak and above Tibble Fork Resevoir, making its location a favorable one for those looking for recreational activities."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $355 / night
"We got a site with access to the river which my kids really enjoyed. There was a fun giant "sliding rock" in the area to climb on. Lots of trees for hammocks."
"Set up my hammock and listen to the running water. Only negative is the site is off the main canyon road and there is some traffic noise during the day."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $227 / night
"This is a great place to pitch a tent or come up and stay for the day. The only bad part about this camp site is all the highway noise."
"The sites are very close together with lots of foot, bike, and skateboarding traffic passing nearby. I was lucky to get a site near the river which drowned out the noise."
"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"
"We set up our tents in some of the group sites and used other areas for the learning opportunities. The campground was well kept, the bathrooms clean, and the fire pits well maintained."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $29 - $327 / night
"Paid sites Easy drive up Keep in mind other campers are near but not right by you depending on site."
"I enjoyed the location, the space, and my whole family did as well! There was some garbage in the fire pit when we arrived, but other than that it was fantastic."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $29 - $215 / night
"This campground provides easy access to one of the best hikes. Mt Timpanogous provides some stellar views of the backcountry and the valley below. On the way, stop and checkout Scout Falls."
"High elevation(7400ft) campground up the popular Alpine Loop. Book EARLY- ita very popular."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $204 / night
"I took site 27 by the entrance just next to the creek. Many open sites late Thursday evening in early August. Picnic tables, fire pits, restrooms. Good cell service."
"This campground is within 40 minutes of town, but feels like you are far away from your worries. There is a stream that runs thru it and a lot of trees that provide plenty of shade."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $28 / night
"This is Utah's biggest fresh water lake. There are lots, and lot of bug so bring bug spray.
Awesome mountain views. Good fishing in the Provo river or lake fishing.""Nice little campground with several pull through spots and several back ins Showers and bathrooms were clean and nice."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $50 - $100 / night
"We camped next to a small stream which added nice background noise. We enjoyed a campfire and some s'mores."
"There were lots of great trees for hammocking, fire pits, and bathrooms! Overall this place was beautiful and perfect for what we were doing!"
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $29 - $215 / night
"Located in beautiful Heber City, Utah. We felt at home as soon as we arrived and were greeted by a nice man on a golf cart who lead us to where we’d be staying."
"The office staff was super friendly. Mark came out on a cart to usher us to our site. He was helpful and provided wonderful advice for the rest of our trip in Utah (Moab)."
from $30 - $129 / night
GuideNice little spot. I camped in my truck and the spot was fine. Might be tight with a large rig and not as level. But fine for a small rig.
TravelerBeautiful fall weather.
LegendNice little campground with several pull through spots and several back ins Showers and bathrooms were clean and nice. Outside of the major town on Utah Lake so fairly quiet, although it is next to a smaller airport which has planes coming and going most of the time. At least they are all small planes so they don’t make too much noise. Nice playground.
GuideI don’t know why the alert states it’s closed till 2027 but that’s not true. All paved, easy access. Pit toilets and drinking fountains. Sites are too small for huge motorhomes- we fit our 33 foot trailer but had to park the truck down by the toilets, and backing in was fine in our spot but they’re not all as wide of an angle. Site was level, toilets clean. Fountains everywhere but for filling jugs only. A million little trails everywhere. The reservoir is right next to camp and the people there are very annoying, loud, and leave trash. The trails were much more peaceful.
GuideI started at site 24 which was extremely shaded and had a cute little beach area along the creek. Then I stayed in site 10 which was more secluded from other sites but parking is just parallel to the main campground road. Site 10 was also a lot sunnier and had a more open view of the rock cliffs. After that I moved to site 7 for 2 nights and I did like the walk down stairs to my table and fire area, it made it feel more secluded from the other sites. I also liked the creek access. I stayed my last night in 24 which was a good balance of shade and openness. Also the cell service was a lot better at 22 and 24 as opposed to site 10 and 7.
ScoutMy wife, dog, and I spent 3 days here. Have a friend with a boat at the local ramp and enjoyed an evening on the water. Great facilities and staff.
RangerThere is not a bad site here. Clean, level, concrete pads, picnic tables, clean bathrooms and separate individual showers. The road to get here was narrow with steep drop offs. But people get their boats up here. There is a marina.
RangerThis campground is located on a reservoir surrounded by mountains. It is beautiful!! The grounds are quite clean and well ordered. The bathrooms are clean and they have individual shower rooms. You can put in a boat or kayak It’s a bit pricey at $50 for electric and water. You can get sewer for a bit more.
ScoutFine camp, but I thought it was $30 and was a little grumpy when I got there and realized it was $50 to camp for a single site ($100 for a double site)
Alpine, Utah camping areas sit at elevations between 4,900 and 7,400 feet within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Access to most campgrounds typically closes from mid-October through April due to snow and road conditions. Temperatures in summer months average 75-85°F during day, dropping to 45-55°F at night even during July.
Hiking to Scout Falls: Located near Timpooneke Campground, this waterfall is accessible via a moderate 1-mile hike. "Scout falls (while not overly impressive) is about 1 mile into the hike. Make sure you camp in designated spots as fires are prohibited everywhere else," notes John M.
Fishing in American Fork Canyon: Multiple accessible fishing spots along streams and small lakes. "It's clean. Has access to many fishing lakes and hiking trails!" says Whitney J. about Granite Flat Campground.
Mountain biking through pine forests: The Wasatch Crest Trail offers technical rides through varied terrain. "This is super close to my favorite mountain bike ride in Northern Utah - The Wasatch Crest Trail. There's nothing like riding a bike through deep dark forests, soaring mountains, and stretching meadows riddled with flowers," reports a visitor to Redman Campground.
Natural water features: Streams running through campsites provide ambiance and recreational opportunities. A visitor at Little Mill Campground shared, "We LOVED Little Mill! It has the smell of pine trees, a babbling brook, and it is just down the road from Timpanogos Cave National Monument. We did not hear any road noise at all, just the sound of wind in the trees and the water flowing."
Wildlife viewing: Several campgrounds offer opportunities to see native animals. At Redman Campground, one camper noted, "Very nice campground with water running in multiple places, clean multiple bathrooms and incredible wildlife coming right into your site. In Addison to numerous deer, we had two moose munching away at the willow at the adjacent site."
Proximity to Alpine Loop: Many campsites provide direct access to this scenic drive. "Timooneke is beautiful. High elevation(7400ft) campground up the popular Alpine Loop. Book EARLY- its very popular. Near hiking trails and reservoirs(no motor sports)," advises Andrea P.
Campsite availability: Most campsites in the area fill quickly, especially during summer months. "Be aware that this campsite reservations for the weekend fill up quick. I checked in late May and every weekend until September was already booked," warns Ash S. about Granite Flat.
Road closures: Access roads can close unexpectedly. At Granite Flat, one camper reported, "The surrounding area is full of closed roads making this spot inaccessible."
Watershed restrictions: Certain areas prohibit pets and water contact due to watershed protection. A camper at Tanners Flat Campground observed, "The nearby creek is pretty, but you cannot so much as wade in it without facing prosecution and a $1500 fine."
Rock climbing for kids: Many sites feature natural climbing features appropriate for children. "We stayed with my family of five and really enjoyed the campground. There was a huge rock that was fun for the scouts to climb on," shared Brad B. about Granite Flat.
Youth-friendly water features: Seasonal creek features provide safe water play areas. At Little Mill, a visitor mentioned, "Great relaxing family time, fishing on river close, close to tribble fork and silver lakes."
Recreation field access: Some larger campgrounds include open spaces for games. "There is a huge spot of grass that you can play sports or baseball on," notes a Granite Flat visitor.
Site selection for larger vehicles: Limited level spaces exist for larger recreational vehicles. At Spruces Campground, a camper advised, "We hiked up the Emerald Lake at the basin of MT. Timpanogos, and set up camp there. Water is available through the glacial Emerald Lake."
Road gradient concerns: Several access roads feature steep grades that can challenge RVs. "The camp spots here are super nice. The best part is how close it is to Provo. Super convenient," explains Joshua C. about Nunns Park.
Hookup availability: Most forest service campgrounds lack electrical and sewer connections. Little Mill offers some water hookups but visitors note, "Nice little park, sites are a little close. Our 20' trailer does fine. Close in to town, very pretty with Provo river next to it."
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