RV campgrounds near Bluffdale, Utah offer convenient overnight accommodation with varying sites and amenities. Located in Salt Lake Valley at approximately 4,500 feet elevation, the area experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and cold winters with occasional snow. Campgrounds in this region typically maintain seasonal pools from May through September, with most sites offering concrete pads to manage seasonal temperature fluctuations.
What to do
Fishing access: Echo Island RV Resort in Coalville provides fishing opportunities on property. "Love it! I've driven by this place dozens of times to go camping elsewhere and had some reservation about it. Since it's only an hour from home, this place may become our go-to for short stays," reports Brant H. The resort features two small rivers with ample shade.
Walking trails: Lakeside RV Campground in Provo includes a walking trail near Utah Lake. "This place is very cute for established camping. It has lots of trees and a nice little walking trail. They are pet friendly," notes Erin A. The campground is located directly next to Provo airport which becomes active around 6 am.
Pickle ball courts: Mountain Valley RV Resort in Heber City offers recreational facilities beyond standard RV accommodations. "The laundry room was sparkling clean and located adjacent to the pickle ball courts and outdoor fire pits. They have an on-site RV wash available and allowed us to borrow an adaptor from them at no charge," shares Carlyne F. The resort maintains two sets of pickle ball courts alongside other gaming areas.
What campers like
Clean bathrooms: Many Bluffdale area RV parks maintain high-quality bathroom facilities. "Very clean and well kept, nice big private restrooms with showers, two laundry facilities, two hot tubs and two pools, basketball and other gaming courts, BBQs and fire pits," writes Zoe M. about Mountain Valley RV Resort. Bathroom cleanliness ranks as a top priority for travelers through the region.
Shaded sites: Pony Express RV Resort in North Salt Lake offers concrete pads with grass between sites. "Pull throughs or back in on paved level sites. Picnic table. FHU. Sites typically close with grass area separating. No shade or privacy. Narrow interior roads. Nice bathhouses with private shower/toilets," explains janet H. The resort maintains clean facilities with paved sites throughout.
Dog-friendly areas: Multiple campgrounds accommodate pets with dedicated facilities. "There are three dog parks and dog washing bay," mentions Karencastle about Pony Express RV Resort. These designated pet areas provide essential amenities for travelers with animals, ranging from small fenced areas to larger run spaces.
What you should know
Site spacing: Park City RV Resort has tiered camping with varying site configurations. "There are 4 tiers of spots (the grounds are literally tiered), the top of which are reserved for newer, specific class vehicles. These spots have concrete pads and grass next to them and are available for ownership," explains kristin S. The resort's proximity to the highway creates consistent noise that affects outdoor enjoyment.
Reservation requirements: Campgrounds fill quickly, especially during summer months. "Reserved a few hours before arriving on a Sunday in June and there were plenty of spots. Camp host was super nice when we arrived. Definitely a family friendly place," notes Mike A. about Echo Island Ranch. Most campgrounds operate at capacity during weekends and holidays.
Winter closures: Not all camping areas remain open year-round. "The bottom level also had nice grassy areas for kids to play in. It was closed for the winter as of Oct 9th though," reports Courtney about Park City RV Resort. Lower elevation camping areas near water features typically close from late October through April.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Echo Island RV Resort maintains multiple swimming facilities. "They had a small pond for kids to fish in, two swimming pools and two hot tubs, very clean and modern facilities, well maintained campsites with fire pit, a cute little shop with firewood, treats, and other necessities," explains Carlee G. The campground also offers equipment rentals for recreational activities.
Recreation facilities: Children appreciate dedicated play areas at many campgrounds. "My god-father and mother come into town yearly and stay at this location in their 5th wheel. The facility is spotless! There are several different amenities including a pool, playground for the kids, life-size chessboard, and a mini-breed dog park!" states Derek E. about Pony Express RV Resort. Most family-oriented campgrounds feature structured recreation areas.
Playground access: Campgrounds with playgrounds provide crucial entertainment for younger campers. "The playground is clean, a good sized one, but overrun with unsupervised kids," Amy comments about Pony Express RV Resort. Families should plan for playground usage during less busy morning or evening hours when facilities are typically less crowded.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Knotty Pine RV Resort in Kamas offers full hookup sites with varied terrain. "Most sites were level, however 62 was NOT! Sites were fairly close but not on top of each other. Utilities were conveniently located and accessible," shares Larry G. RVers should bring leveling blocks for sites with uneven terrain.
Dump station access: Mountain Shadows RV Park provides dump facilities for both guests and visitors. "Full hookup site with Good Sam was going to be $75/night selected a partial hookup (water/electric) site instead for $45/night. There is a dump station and dumpsters available and propane fill station as well," notes Abner H. Dump station hours typically match office hours, with some locations restricting access during early morning or late evening.
Back-in challenges: Some campgrounds present difficult approaches for larger rigs. "Challenging back-in for our 30' ft travel trailer. Very cramped spot. Fortunately, we arrived before neighbors on both side did. Neighbor on the right side was kind enough to put his awning in making our morning departure easier," explains Char P. about Mountain Shadows RV Park. RVers with larger units should request pull-through sites whenever possible.
