Taylor E.
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TravelerDispersed Camping--Mill Hollow/Utah FR054
Views, quiet and peaceful.
Great place if you want to be secluded. There are so many spots. Beautiful views of the Leaves changing mixed with the pines.
Equestrian Camping near Cedar Hills, UT
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Timpooneke Campground features equestrian sites that can be reserved by both horse owners and regular campers. For those seeking horse camping near Cedar Hills, this high-elevation campground offers dedicated corrals, direct trail access, and on-site hosts knowledgeable about routes and horse equipment setup. Located at 7,400 feet, the campground provides access to multiple trails including the popular Timpooneke Trail leading to Mount Timpanogos summit. The campground is divided into three distinct areas, with one section specifically designed with horse corrals. Both tent and RV camping are accommodated, though no hookups are available. The facilities include vault toilets, drinking water, and fire rings, while the nearby creek offers natural water access. Campground hosts are known for their helpfulness with trail information and suitable places for setting up horse equipment.
Trail access directly from the campground connects riders to numerous mountain paths through dense forests of aspen and fir trees. The Timpooneke Trail offers an 8-mile route to the mountain peak with natural springs approximately 45 minutes up the trail. Early summer months see heavier water flow at Scout Falls, located about one mile into the hike. The campground's high elevation creates cooler temperatures, especially at night, providing relief from valley heat during summer months. Reservations are strongly recommended as the campground fills quickly, particularly on weekends. Sites accommodate multiple people with concrete pads and tables available. OHV riders also utilize the trails just above the campground, creating some early morning traffic through the area. The high elevation location offers spectacular views of the surrounding backcountry.
Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Cedar Hills (27)
1. Granite Flat (utah)
"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."
"Utah is such an amazing place to visit for the outdoors. My family and I come here once a year because we love hiking and being in the outdoors."
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Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $355 / night
2. Nunns Park
"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. "
"A clean, nice, convenient getaway just under 15 minutes outside the city. This served as a great stop for our road trip where we were able to camp 10-steps away from the river, and it was ."
3. Timpooneke
"This campground is well maintained and nestled into some nice pine trees in view of the backside of Mount Timpanogos, it is divided into 3 areas, one of which has horse corrals."
"Near hiking trails and reservoirs(no motor sports) Equest sites can be used by people wIthout horses too."
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Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $204 / night
4. Willow Park Campground
"This campground was nestled in the middle of Lehi Utah and it was a great place for us to swing in for one night."
"We were able to get a spot next to the Jordan River under a beautiful tree. We brought our 16ft camper and didn’t need to back it in or anything."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $175 / night
5. Mount Timpanogos Campground
"Our site was right by the entrance and near a stream bed that was dry. It was incredibly quiet, silent even, at night. Gorgeous but a little chilly."
"We didn't spend much time during the day as we were visiting relatives near Provo and enjoyed the cooler getaway in the evening."
6. Silver Lake Backcountry
"You can’t drive to the coordinates, you have to park at the uppermost parking lot for Silver Flat and hike up to a camping spot. Camping anywhere along that road will give you gorgeous views, though!"
"There were a lot of off road vehicles and people fishing. More crowded then we were expecting, but the views were amazing! Not a lot of shade, as in bring your own. Perfect place for dogs to play!"
7. Mountain Shadows RV Park
8. Kimball Campground
"I spent one day exploring salt lake, which is about an hours drive from the campsite."
"These campground spots are hidden within trees up the dirt road just past Silver Lake flats on the dirt road. The dirt road gets rough and rocky, but is driveable."
9. Soldier's Pass Utah Backcountry
10. Uinta National Forest Whiting Campground
"Nice campground in Utah County. Not far from town and any services that could be needed. Lots of hiking available, although a bit rocky and steep for my old knees."
"Here are some of the things we loved about staying here:
- Great hiking- the hiking around this area was amazing. We absolutely enjoyed these trails."
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Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $540 / night
Drive Time
- 19 min from Provo, UT
- 31 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 59 min from Ogden, UT
- 1 hr 43 min from Logan, UT
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Cedar Hills, UT
288 Reviews of 27 Cedar Hills Campgrounds
Erin G.
GuideGranite Flat (utah)
It’s not closed !
I 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.
- DDan P.
ScoutMount Timpanogos Campground
USFS Timpanogos Campground
This campground has trees of fur trees, spruce trees, mountain ash, Hemlock, and some scrub Oak. It’s a beautiful campground, well shaded, and some wildlife mostly deer and some moose.
- llani M.Scout
Soapstone Basin Dispersed Camping
Great for the dogs!
For you dog adventurists: This is a great place for wide open views to let them play (with excellent recall or a long lead). Wildlife was seen at dusk and dawn. Plan to keep them nearby then. Horses and ATVs use is heavy on trails so keep them close then as well. Ground was safe for their paws (no foxtails, goat heads, or stickers). Potential for ticks. Bring an orange vest for them if you’ve got one, it’s almost that time of year. Lots of mud puddles if it rains, great for dogs, hard on the camper.
- llee R.Guide
Soapstone Basin Dispersed Camping
Head to the top to get past the burned area
Nice area once you get up to the pass and out of the burn zone. Plenty of room, good views to the north.
Mary C. G.ScoutMount Timpanogos Campground
Great site, great host!
We had a wonderful time! It was cooler up behind Timp than in the valley. Our site was shaded all day. The camp host, Sarah, was amazing! She went above and beyond for everyone! We were there from Sunday to Friday and the camp ground was quiet and peaceful! Our 20 foot trailer fit very nicely. Only drawback was no drinking water. We had to have bottled water for everything. We were sorry to have to leave!
- LLance J.Guide
Mirror Lake - Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest
Weekend in the Uintahs
Had a weekend at Mirror Lake campground. Site had an opening for the holiday weekend which is unusual. Great camp location with clean bathrooms and a short walk from the camp to the lake. Lots of people but that’s to be expected on holiday weekends.
- LLance J.Guide
Granite Flat (utah)
Great family camping
We camp in this area every July. Lots of good hikes, place to ride ATV and motorcycles. Even can get a little fishing in at Silver Lake. Best to reserve a spot in advance.
- CChristian R.Guide
Nunns Park
Convenient Location
A clean, nice, convenient getaway just under 15 minutes outside the city. This served as a great stop for our road trip where we were able to camp 10-steps away from the river, and it was . Due to the fires and wind no campfires were allowed during our stay, but they do have pits. The reviews about the road noise are valid, but being at site #8 we were lucky enough to have the sound of the river balance it out. The spots alongside the river are relatively small and although we were able to fit our 4-person tent there, it seemed like a better spot for someone with a little camper van.
Guide to Cedar Hills
Timpooneke Campground offers designated equestrian sites at 7,400 feet elevation in the Uinta National Forest. Located near Cedar Hills, Utah, the campground provides direct access to multiple mountain trails through dense aspen and fir forests. The higher elevation creates cooler temperatures, especially at night, with summer temperatures generally 10-15 degrees cooler than valley locations.
What to do
Hiking to Silver Lake: Access trailheads directly from Silver Lake Backcountry for both day hiking and overnight trips. "Only 40-50 minutes away from Provo, UT area so easy to get away for a quick day or two of camping. Lots of hikes to do nearby, beautiful views, and place to paddle board, kayak, etc," notes Bentz E.
Fishing spots: Cedar Hills offers several fishing destinations within a short drive. At Granite Flat, campers find "access to many fishing lakes," according to Whitney J. The nearby small reservoirs don't allow motorized boats, making them perfect for peaceful angling.
Mountain biking trails: The area surrounding Cedar Hills features numerous trails for all skill levels. "Close proximity to the lake and hiking makes it a favorite spot," says Bill S. about Granite Flat. The Alpine Loop area provides both technical single-track and wider forest roads suitable for beginners.
What campers like
River access: Many campsites near Cedar Hills offer water features. At Nunns Park, "the river is right there and makes some beautiful yet subtle white noise," reports Helen A., who adds, "It is in provo canyon and the cliffs on either side are very impressive."
Escape from summer heat: The higher elevation campgrounds provide relief from valley temperatures. Andrea P. notes that Timpooneke is a "High elevation(7400ft) campground up the popular Alpine Loop," making it significantly cooler than nearby cities.
Equestrian accommodations: Horse owners appreciate the specialized facilities. At Timpooneke, "Equest sites can be used by people wIthout horses too," according to Andrea P. The campground's layout accommodates both equestrian camping and standard tent or RV camping in separate areas.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly, especially on weekends. "Book EARLY! This campsite is always full," warns Andrea P. about Granite Flat. For Timpooneke, Stacy D. notes, "Online it indicates that they have lots of walk ups, however, driving through we only saw 2 with the W designation and everything else had a reserved sign up."
Site size limitations: Many campsites have specific vehicle restrictions. At Mount Timpanogos Campground, Daniel L. explains, "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."
Weather considerations: Mountain weather can change rapidly. "The high elevation location offers spectacular views but can get cold at night," says one camper. At higher elevations, expect afternoon thunderstorms during summer months and cooler nights year-round.
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