Best Tent Camping near Bountiful, UT
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Best Tent Sites Near Bountiful, Utah (30)
1. Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park
7 Reviews•11 Photos•9 SavesWanship, Utah12x12 tent pad in site. Primitive campsite with Vault restroom.(NO DRINKING WATER IN AREA) 5 miles from the main park, and boat launch. Site has shelter, table, grill and firepit. Area has access to river for fishing.
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- Picnic Table
$25 - $40 / night
2. Silver Lake Backcountry
8 Reviews•30 Photos•638 SavesAlta, Utah- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
3. Red Pine Lake
7 Reviews•83 Photos•381 SavesAlta, UtahPrimitive, backpacking/hiking accessible only
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- Alcohol
4. Ladyfinger Campground — Antelope Island State Park
7 Reviews•12 Photos•7 SavesHooper, UtahLadyfinger Campground is great for small groups of four or fewer people. Tent camping only (limit of one tent per site). Hike-in sites (approximately 230 feet from the parking area). No water or electricity available. Water is available at Bridger Bay Beach, the Dump Station, and the Visitor Center. Pit toilets only. Flush toilets and showers are located at Bridger Bay Beach, 1 mile away. Dogs on leash are welcome. Fires are not allowed in Ladyfinger Campground. Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 7:00 am. $20.00 per night. Fee covers one vehicle. Maximum site capacity is four people and one vehicle.
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$20 / night
5. Salamander Flat
8 Reviews•14 Photos•416 SavesMutual Dell, UtahSalamander Flat trail connects the Timpooneke trail head with the Salamander Flat dispersed camping area and the Pine hollow trail. The trail starts by crossing a stream, then travels through large stands of fir trees, and crosses the road approximately 1 mile from the trailhead. The Salamander Flat dispersed camping sites and Junction with the Willow Hollow trail is .5 miles farther up the trail. From the dispersed sites, it is another .6 miles to the junction with the Pine Hollow trail #047.
Trail users should be aware of the high level of use that this trail receives, and should expect to see each type of user group on any given day. This trail is subject to a wet trail closure order during the spring and early summer. These closures help to protect and sustain the trail during wet periods. The trail will be signed as closed to all uses except hiking when these closures are in effect.
Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest outside of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means no toilets, no treated water, and no fire grates are provided.
Camping in dispersed areas on the Forest is allowed for fourteen (14) days in any thirty (30) day consecutive period. Campers must move off Forest after reaching the 14-day limit. The stay limit also applies to all camping equipment (tents, chairs, ATVs, ATV trailers, etc.), even if used by a different person or group. Camping equipment must be removed by the end of the fourteen (14) day stay limit or the equipment may be impounded. Stay limits are implemented to reduce impacts to vegetation and wildlife habitat, as well as provide access to popular campsite areas for other visitors.
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- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
$10 / night
6. Split Rock Bay Backcountry Campsites — Antelope Island State Park
3 Reviews•7 Photos•1 SaveSyracuse, UtahReservations are required in advance. No walk-up reservations available. Please watch the Backcountry Camping Orientation Video. The Backcountry Campsites are primitive, hike-in only. Campsites are 5 miles from the nearest parking. Individual sites are designated with a tent pad and post. Tents must be within the tent pad. No water, shade or electricity available. Mulching, pit toilet available. Dogs on leash are welcome. Must clean up after your dog. Fires are not permitted. $20.00 per night. Fee covers one vehicle. Maximum site capacity is four people.
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$20 / night
7. Wasatch National Forest Sunset Campground
2 Reviews•4 Photos•15 SavesFarmington, Utah- Tents
- Group
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
9. Aspen Forest Campsite
1 Review•14 Photos•23 SavesWanship, UtahAspen Forest is a secluded 1/2 acre campsite up Tollgate Canyon, just 20 minutes away from Park City. Features of the campsite include a 12X20 tent site, a hammock, charcoal and propane grilling station, a food prep area, a shaded picnic table, and a propane firepit area with Adirondack chairs. To ensure your comfort, hi-speed Wi-Fi, electricity and drinking water are also onsite.
The campsite shares a driveway with a small cabin, which makes the utilities in this remote mountain landscape possible. Please note that Cabin renters will not be present during your stay at the campsite, but owners and contractors may occasionally be at the cabin to perform cleaning and maintenance. Campers can expect privacy within the campsite area and will be notified of anyone else present on the property via the app.
FREE amenities! Your campsite rental includes the use of of hiking poles, outdoor games, mountain bikes and fishing gear. Explore the beautiful mountain roads, cast your line into nearby Bobcat Springs for some cozy pond fishing or pursue the majestic views with a hike on the nearby Rocky Point Reserve trail. At dawn and dusk, you can often catch a peek of some of the local deer, elk, moose or wild turkeys in the area.
For reasonable daily rates, you can also rent an ATV onsite and explore miles of unpaved roads. Do you enjoy getting out on the water? Explore Jordanelle, Rockport or Echo Reservoirs- each within short distances from Tollgate Canyon. A full sized raft, SUP and kayak with paddles and life jackets are also available for rent on a self-serve basis. We also have several roof and trunk mounted carrier systems so you can transport gear on your vehicle if you’re not already equipped. The QR code at our rental equipment area will direct you to Yoodlize.com for easy account setup and payment arrangements.
If fine dining, festivals, summer concerts and high-end shopping fits in your definition of camping, simply cruise down the canyon into Park City. Aspen Forest offers a comfortable, safe and convenient location to enjoy the best of both worlds! As campsite owners, our goal is to help you have an enjoyable and memorable stay while you pursue your favorite activities!
The campsite bathroom consists of a 5 gallon camp toilet (hand pump flush style) and hand-washing station in a separate, private tent on the perimeter of camp. Please be considerate of others and refrain from using the campsite property as a restroom. If you’d prefer a luxury indoor bathroom with a flushing toilet while you camp, access to the cabin may be available at reasonable rates. Simply contact us via the app before or during your visit for more details.
If you plan on cooking onsite with the grilling equipment provided and did not bring your own fuel, charcoal briquettes and propane tanks can also be purchased on site via QR code.
Day use of the cabin interior for indoor cooking, relaxation, movie watching or as a shelter for inclement weather may also be available. Please chat us within the app for questions on availability and pricing.
Check-in / Check-out times are 2PM/12PM
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$59 - $64 / night
10. Kimball Campground
3 Reviews•22 Photos•399 SavesMutual Dell, Utah- Pets
- Fires
- Reservable
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- Equestrian
Recent Tent Reviews near Bountiful, Utah
1141 Reviews of 30 Bountiful Campgrounds
Mariah G.
Guide
Great Horned Owl Campground — Deer Creek State Park
Expensive but reservoir access
I tent camped in the Great Horned Owl section which does not have hookups, though other sections did for a higher price. There were RVs in the same section and that blocked the views for a lot of the tent sites. I was charged an additional $15 just to have an additional car which I thought was pretty crazy. There are warm showers and reservoir access for boats included (I took my paddle board out and the water was pretty rough but fun) but $40 is a lot for a tent site this close to neighbors with generators who block the views.
- TTrevor S.Guide
Spruces - Big Cottonwood
Great campground, but pricey
Nice campground with plenty of group and individual sites. They have single, double, and group campgrounds. I camped in a tent spot (48) and had a ton of privacy.
No first come first sites, however, 4 days before all sites become fcfs if not taken.
Nice flush toilet bathroom. Gates close at 10 pm
Jeane L.GuideGreat Horned Owl Campground — Deer Creek State Park
Pretty area, better for trailers and RV
The area is so pretty! We tent camped in the Great Horned Owl loop and it was a well kept and tidy. The hosts were friendly and helpful. The sites are a bit close together but that could be a bonus for small groups that want to be near to each other. The day use parking lot is adjacent to sites 20 and 21. Read the descriptions when you book if you are tent camping, not all the sites are suitable for it. Site 20 was okay, but our tent ended up having to be on slight slope. We might try site 4 when the weather is cooler since it was a little more flat for tent camping, but it didn’t have much shade. The flush bathrooms were clean and the showers warm and convenient.
- Becky J.
RangerHouse Rock Campground
Great spot
Great place for tent camping
Bruce P.
Traveler
Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park
East Canyon State Park
Great family place , large tent sites , bathroom , beautiful views, and clean water .
- RReuben H.Traveler
Holiday Hills RV Park
Friendly owners and good for tents too!
Nice grassy area for tent camping, small river that runs through the campsite. Small shop on site along with showers, bathrooms and laundry.
Jacob W.Ranger
Springville / Provo KOA Holiday
Satisfactory
I tent camped here in Aug. 2020. It was fine. Close to the interstate, for better or worse. I wanted to camp at the SLC KOA but it was closed to tents then.
- MManuel C.
ScoutSpruces - Big Cottonwood
Best campsite ever
I’ve been to a couple campground over the years, but this one is impressive. Perfect for tent camping and even tho your near kther people you feel hidden. 10/10
steven T.Scout
Salt Lake City KOA
Tiny camper trailer tent site
Great back in tent site. Big enough to accommodate out little guy silver shadow with 50/30/20 amp hookups.
- PPhen P.Scout
Chokecherry Campground — Deer Creek State Park
It is what it is.
Nothing special. RV park type camp ground. Tent sites right on top of each other. Expect people walking though your site all day.
Katie B.Traveler
Echo Island RV Resort
Would Recommend!!!
(& have recommended!) The staff here was incredibly nice and accommodating. We tent camped right on the river and had a fire in the firepit! Easy access to VERY clean/nice restrooms. We would camp here again!
- AAlan J.Scout
Willows Campground (Ut) — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest
Beautiful view but that's about it
Beautiful view but the tent sites are small and right next to the road. The bathrooms were not being maintained, the smell spread across the campsite.
- BBrittley A.Guide
Granite Flat (utah)
Nice weekend getaway
Beautiful campground, lots of trees and privacy. However, you can’t bring big rigs there only smaller trailers or tent camping. Very close to Tibble Fork Reservoir where there’s great fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. You can swim too, but the water is pretty cold.
Cris W.Scout
Lower Meadows Campground — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest
Great Tent Sites
Great tent sites, large & clean. Campground hosts take pride & keep everything tidy. Neighbors can be noisy during quiet hours, but that is no fault other than immature college kids.
- CChristopher C.Traveler
Great Salt Lake State Park Campground
Sunrise on the beach!!!
We tent camped on the beach and loved it all from the oolitic sand to the absolutely insane sunrise view from the window of the tent! On the north side you see the lake and the south side you see the Rio Tinto smelter it’s a really cool dynamic. We have enjoyed our stay
- JJennGuide
Granite Flat (utah)
Bathroom issues
Gorgeous drive up to a gorgeous campground. Our site was pretty small. I would not recommend camping here unless you have an RV with a bathroom. There were so many flies in the bathroom that they coated the walls. Since I was tent camping, I did not bother to unpack. It was horrific.
Gracie W.Traveler
Twin Coves — Rockport State Park
Nice Campground
Campground was clean and had vault toilets. Water spicket was available but no showers (I believe there were only showers at the entrance of the park). Be aware that there are tons of bugs here, an overwhelming amount. Pack your bug spray if you’re tent camping!! Amazing views of the lake, beautiful birds, and the weather was phenomenal. Happy trails!
Alice V.Guide
Park City RV Resort
Exceptional
Hot tub! POOL! This place is amazing. I recommend the lower spots, G and H or tent campsites as they are farther from the road. There’s a nice creek down there and still close bathrooms with shower.
- CChris G.Scout
Echo State Park Campground
Very nice lakeside camping
New, clean, pretty campground. Some things to know:
- All the sites are RV sites. There are currently no tent sites. Plenty of room to put up a tent, which we did.
- I 80 is across the lake and you will hear trucks at night.
- Crazy amount of bugs. No mosquitoes as others have reported, just lake bugs that like your lights.
joey M.Traveler
Keetley Campground — Jordanelle State Park
Great views for the family and pets!
This is a hike in area of camping. Luckily the park provides free wagons so that you can pack up and hike to your area. The hike is about a quarter mile to the general area where there are lots. This area is tent camping only. The views are great and the water is great! It is dog friendly with a leash. Each lot has a paved area with a picnic bench and fire pit. Really enjoyed this place!
Daniel L.Guide
Mount Timpanogos Campground
A cool getaway
Sites are small and primarily tent sites. There are a couple sites which would accommodate a small 16 ft trailer. We had to unhook and park diagonal to fit small trailer and short truck.
We didn't spend much time during the day as we were visiting relatives near Provo and enjoyed the cooler getaway in the evening.
The drive up here was beautiful and the hiking trails probably have amazing views.
Jillian T.Traveler
Brigham City-Perry South KOA
Passing Through, glad I stopped.
Stayed overnight while passing through. Super clean park, bathrooms were very clean and well lit. I got a tent site with electric hook up, spot is long so you have plenty of space along with a small grill. No fire ring rings at the spots due to closeness but there is a community place for fires with firewood. Was able to check in at any time and it was super easy. Saw a double rainbow when I woke up haha perfect.
- SStacy R.Guide
Little Mill
The perfect wooded campground!
We LOVED Little Mill! It’s the perfect campground. It has the smell of pine trees, a babbling brook, and it is just down the road from Timpanogos Cave National Monument. What more could a camper want?
We had a great tent site that was on the side near the mountain and across from us were campsites next to the road and the river. We did not hear any road noise at all, just the sound of wind in the trees and the water flowing. It was so peaceful!
- BBrian W.Traveler
Willow Creek — Willard Bay State Park
Pricy and awkward
We we staying in a tent site. All of the potable water was still shut off. When we were booking the site all of them were taken but when we arrived there were only 3 campers. Lots of bugs. We changed our site to a full hookup site in the south marina which is even more awkward. It is a parking lot with hook ups. No privacy. We stayed one night and then opted to stay at a near by KOA and just ate the cost of the state campground. Would not stay here again.
- KKellyGuide
Salt Lake City KOA
Next to the road
The tents sites are along side the busy road so it got pretty noisy. But there is an amazing Mexican restaurant right next to the campground.
Sam S.Guide
Lagoon RV Park & Campground
Convenient Park With Everything You Need
The Lagoon RV Park has a lot to offer from tent sites to huge pull throughs for the biggest rigs. Right next door to the Lagoon Amusement Park, it is super convenient. Lots of grass and some decent space between sites. We stayed during the Halloween Fright weekend and from Wednesday to Friday at around 2pm, we were about the only ones there. Then the place exploded with campers and by 7pm the place was full. Nice bike and hike trails near by. Close to Salt Lake city. Don't miss the Big Cottonwood Canyon Drive up to Park City. Amazing.
- Chris B.Guide
Lower Provo Campground — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest
Not a good campsite to pick a site without having been there
We reserved site#2 for tent camping. There is not place to put a tent on that site that isn't on rocks. Also, we were swarmed by mosquitos the second we got out of the car. In the 2 minutes we were trying to figure out where to put a tent, we got bitten at least a dozen times. Site#2 wouldn't fit an RV either- terrible site. There are other huge sites and some really tiny sites. This is not a good campsite to pick a site without having been there. The photos do not tell the whole story. We drove back to Kamas to get cell coverage, called Recreation.gov and explained the issue with the site and they refunded our entire amount. There is no camp host in that campground to help. The bathrooms were ok at best.
Guide to Bountiful
Tent camping near Bountiful, Utah, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. With various campgrounds to choose from, you can enjoy the beauty of nature while engaging in a range of activities.
Local Activities for Tent Campers
- Experience the breathtaking views and wildlife at Ladyfinger Campground — Antelope Island State Park, where you can hike to scenic trails and spot bison and antelope.
- Enjoy fishing and water activities at Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park, which features picturesque views of the reservoir and opportunities for wildlife watching.
- Hike to the stunning Red Pine Lake, a beautiful alpine lake accessible only by a challenging hike, perfect for those seeking solitude and natural beauty.
Attractions Near Bountiful
- Visit the scenic Split Rock Bay Backcountry Campsites — Antelope Island State Park, known for its hiking trails and abundant wildlife, including various bird species.
- Explore the picturesque surroundings of Silver Lake Rec Area, a great spot for fishing, picnicking, and enjoying the serene alpine environment.
- Discover the unique landscapes and hiking opportunities at Lake Blanche Trail - Backcountry Camp, where you can immerse yourself in nature and enjoy a peaceful camping experience.
Tips for Tent Camping Near Bountiful
- Be prepared for bugs, especially at Ladyfinger Campground — Antelope Island State Park, where brine flies can be quite bothersome during the day.
- Arrive early at Red Pine Lake to secure a good parking spot, as the trailhead can get crowded during peak season.
- Remember that many campgrounds, like Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park, do not offer drinking water, so pack enough supplies for your stay.
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