Best Glamping near Alpine, UT

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.

Best Glamping Sites Near Alpine, Utah (39)

    1. Granite Flat (utah)

    38 Reviews
    Mutual Dell, UT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 - $358 / night

    "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."

    2. Little Mill

    21 Reviews
    Mutual Dell, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 - $229 / 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."

    3. Spruces - Big Cottonwood

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

    $29 - $346 / night

    "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."

    4. Tanners Flat

    19 Reviews
    Snowbird, UT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $29 - $217 / 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."

    5. Nunns Park

    27 Reviews
    Aspen Grove, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 851-8640

    "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."

    6. Timpooneke

    15 Reviews
    Mutual Dell, UT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 - $205 / 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."

    7. Mt. Timpanogos

    12 Reviews
    Aspen Grove, UT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 / 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."

    8. Redman Campground

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

    $29 - $217 / 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!"

    9. Utah Lake State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Orem, UT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 375-0731

    $50 - $100 / 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."

    "This my 3 stay here at Utah Lake state park. 2x in July and now in September. I’m a single female traveler."

    10. Flight Park State Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Lehi, UT
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 375-0731

    "Pulling up we were a bit confused as there were paid sites near the bathroom. It appears that anything beyond that is dispersed."

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Glamping Reviews near Alpine, UT

419 Reviews of 39 Alpine Campgrounds


  • Jacob A.
    May. 16, 2023

    Tanners Flat

    Amazing

    Paid sites Easy drive up

    Keep in mind other campers are near but not right by you depending on site.

    We went last summer and cant wait to go back

    Running water Hook ups Tent spots

    Good for groups or singles

    Feel free to book its about 20$ a night Its well worth it and its not to far from home but not to close either.

    Stayed at multiple spots looking to get back again this summer.

    Please check out my other reviews. More to come. Happy camping.

  • Brad B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 17, 2019

    Nunns Park

    Close to river and in the mountains with a highway close by.

    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. It is close to the Provo river and there is lots of shade so that is nice. Great place to have a camp fire and cook some S'mores.  The bike path is close so bring your long board or bike and go for a ride. This is withing walking distance from Bridal Vail Falls so that is a great day hike and see the falls. Also great fly fishing in the Provo river so do yourself a favor and bring your fishing gear.

  • Kimberlee W.
    Jun. 22, 2021

    Granite Flat (utah)

    Quiet, shaded area

    Quite area, lot of room. 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. Will be sharing parking with 2 other sites. 2 lakes nearby. Fire pit with grill gate. Shaded area. Full sun from 10am-4pm.

  • Mindy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 7, 2024

    Little Mill

    Great for short trip

    My family of five enjoyed this campground. 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. Downside is it's right next to a busy highway and picnic areas. Although the campsite has quiet hours, the picnic area across the street stayed loud well past quiet hours. The road noise was a lot more than I expected.. especially at night. Definitely bring ear plugs or plan to stay only a nite or two. We planned on staying three nights, but were so exhausted by lack of sleep we left a day early.

  • James J.
    Jul. 11, 2022

    Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

    A good example of how government campsites should be done

    Overall, the facility is neat and clean for a campground. My visit was at the end of the 4th weekend, so some messes were expected. My campsite was in good shape upon setting up my 30ft trailer. All sites are back-in and mostly flat asphalt. A little rig leveling might be needed. 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. A fire pit was adjacent. Even with fire restrictions almost everywhere else in Utah, wood fires were permitted in the provided pit. Common area toilets are well maintained, containing flush toilets and running water. Most service buildings also contain free showers.

    A one-star deduction is due to the effects of climate change, which is out of the Park's control to an extent. That said, my beef is with maintenance of the beach - a nice beach by the way. It's obvious where the historical water level use to be. Wish I could have seen the reservoir full because it may never happen again. But I digress. I think the park should rake or scrape the beach surface to remove offensive weeds and people's discards. That takes workers, budget and equipment. My guess is our State representatives lack interest to fund state parks for such mediation measures. It would greatly enhance the visual appeal and safety for families at the water's edge.

    Photos of site online @ www.recreation.gov

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2021

    Little Mill

    Camp by the creek

    I got a site right by the creek. 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.

  • Brad B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 12, 2019

    Utah Lake State Park Campground

    Lots of trees for shade and lots of bugs.

    This is a fun place to stay when you want to go someplace close. There are lots of trees for the summer months and lots of shade. There are a couple good beaches. 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. You can build a fire and get firewood from camp host. There is full hook ups and also spots for a tent. Most spots have a pavilion and nice tables. Great bathrooms with running water. I can't remember which spot we stayed at but they are were really nice.

  • Joshua J.
    Jul. 9, 2017

    Uinta National Forest Blackhawk Campground

    If I were to go back...

    I would reserve a spot ahead of time, avoiding any site in loop 'E'. That loop is for those planning to camp with horses. There are hitching posts at every site, therefore, lots of horse poo. And not the best place to take a dog because of all the horses in the area.

    The camp host at loop 'E' and 'D' is very nice, and is willing to split up group areas to individuals who have no where else to set up camp. If you do this, expect to get to know new people as you will share a fire pit and eating area.

    The fee to camp for one night is $20, but that includes access to any of the Payson lakes, which is $8 for day use.

    We didn't go on any hikes during our stay, as we bummed at the beautiful lakes (only the middle of the three lakes is dog friendly) all day. However, there is plenty of hiking in the area.

    Very hot. Around 90 degrees. Wake up and get breakfast early. Then enjoy the water in the heat!

    P.S. 3 stars due to the fact that I had to camp in horse crap.

  • J
    Aug. 1, 2016

    Spruces - Big Cottonwood

    Great camping spot close to SLC

    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 office the next day. Fire pits and restrooms are near campsites, but note that the gate closes late at night so expect to walk from the road if you show up too late. More of a loud, lively site than a quiet spot in the wilderness. A fun place for camping and making s'mores with friends.


Guide to Alpine

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.

What to do

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.

What campers like

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.

What you should know

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."

Tips for camping with families

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.

Tips from RVers

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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