Best Campgrounds near Cedar Valley, UT

Cedar Valley, Utah provides access to several mixed-use campgrounds along Utah's Wasatch Front. Fivemile Pass OHV Recreation Area, located near Cedar Valley proper, offers free established camping with pit toilets, suitable for both tents and RVs. The surrounding region includes a mix of developed facilities like Willow Park Campground in Lehi and primitive options on BLM land. While many sites lack hookups, several RV parks with full amenities exist within a 30-minute drive, including Mountain Shadows RV Park in Draper and Lakeside RV Campground in Provo.

Land management varies significantly throughout the region, with free dispersed camping available primarily on BLM land near Miner's Canyon. Most developed campgrounds charge fees ranging from $15-25 per night and may require reservations, especially during summer months. Many sites provide basic amenities like vault toilets and fire rings, while lacking water hookups and showers. The climate features hot, dry summers and cold winters, with camping most popular from May through October. As one camper noted about Willow Park, "Very friendly management! Really helpful finding us a spot on a busy Friday. Spots are large enough and with a firepit/BBQ and picknick table."

Campers report mixed experiences regarding privacy and site quality. Willow Park receives consistently positive reviews for cleanliness and family-friendly atmosphere, though some mention lack of shade and proximity to other campers. Several visitors praised the accessibility and convenience of campgrounds near town while still providing a sense of getting away. For paragliding enthusiasts, Flight Park State Recreation Area offers unique camping opportunities, though reviews caution about extremely windy conditions. Sites located in canyon areas like Ophir provide more seclusion and cooler temperatures due to elevation, with one camper describing it as a "nice and somewhat isolated campground" despite increased ATV traffic on weekends.

Best Camping Sites Near Cedar Valley, Utah (207)

    1. Willow Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Lehi, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (385) 201-1000

    $25 - $175 / night

    "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."

    2. Miner's Canyon Dispersed

    22 Reviews
    Saratoga Springs, UT
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 977-4300

    "Very easy access public land right on Utah Lake. Packed gravel and dirt road going in is lumpy from use but smooths out a bit farther in. Side roads to sites are anyones guess."

    "Directions brought us right to the location. Road was rough into the sites and were hard to determine specific sites. Ended up pulling into edge of field. Definitely a good quiet night's sleep"

    3. Granite Flat (utah)

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

    $28 - $358 / night

    "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."

    4. Lakeside RV Campground

    27 Reviews
    Orem, UT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 373-5267

    $31 - $48 / night

    "Lakeside was our home for 3 nights while we were in town for Provo’s annual Colonial Festival."

    "You're super close to amenities and anything you could want to see in town, as well as Utah Lake."

    5. Mountain Shadows RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Draper, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 571-4024

    6. Flight Park State Recreation Area

    8 Reviews
    Lehi, UT
    9 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."

    7. Settlement Canyon/Legion Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Tooele, UT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 882-9041

    $15 - $40 / night

    "We stayed here for one night didn't go past the gate we just camped pretty much on the side of the dirt road next to the reservoir."

    "You’ll love sitting around your campfire watching the deer scamper in the mountains. RV camping is a must for me and full hookups are available."

    8. Fivemile Pass OHV

    9 Reviews
    Eagle Mountain, UT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 977-4300

    "This is our go to campground if we don’t want to drive too far from our house."

    "One can hear the cars from the highway, but they are far enough. When I arrived around 8, there was one Atv crusing for another 15 minutes, but then silence for the whole night. Good spot and free!"

    9. Little Mill

    21 Reviews
    Mutual Dell, UT
    21 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."

    "The site we stayed at had many trees around to hang hammocks and also eat and picnic in the shade. There are brand new camp fires in all sites."

    10. Salt Lake City KOA

    43 Reviews
    Salt Lake City, UT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 328-0224

    $50 - $189 / night

    "I had the wonderful opportunity to stay the night at Salt Lake City KOA!"

    "We wanted to explore Salt Lake City so decided to stay at this downtown KOA. It is a large and crowded RV park but right on a Transit line (UTA light rail Trax) and biking distance to downtown."

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Recent Reviews near Cedar Valley, UT

1243 Reviews of 207 Cedar Valley Campgrounds


  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 14, 2025

    Springville / Provo KOA Holiday

    KOA

    Well it's your topical RV resort. It doesn't have a fire ring and it's by train tracks and a freeway. Also, your packed in like sardines. However, it will do for overnight. I have to say it is clean and kept up well. But if you're into private camping with space, this isn't for you.

  • Kim G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 13, 2025

    Fox Den Campground — Deer Creek State Park

    Beautiful uncrowded campground

    We stopped here after leaving Salt Lake City. It is mid October so the campground is mostly empty. We were able to get our pick of sites. Beautiful views of water and the mountains. Super nice bathrooms that look brand new. Not much hiking right here but close enough to the Alpine Loop to Sundance with hiking along the way. Not far from a bike path along the Provo River. Only a few minutes into Midway with many restaurants to choose from.

  • Kim G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Salt Lake City KOA

    Urban campground convenient to SLC

    We wanted to explore Salt Lake City so decided to stay at this downtown KOA. It is a large and crowded RV park but right on a Transit line (UTA light rail Trax) and biking distance to downtown. The facilities are older but clean. Standard Holiday amenities like pool, dog park, dog wash, basketball court. We’d stay again if I wanted to be close to downtown.

  • Kim G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Valley View RV Resort

    Newer place with some nice ammenities

    Nice RV Resort with many amenities including pool, hot tub, outdoor fire pit, pickleball courts. Friendly staff. Laundry machines are limited given the size of the park. Also showers are inexplicably small. Bathrooms with toilet, sink, shower are adequate size but the showers are quite small (and I am not a large person). Paved sites but not level. I’d stay again but perhaps do my laundry somewhere else on the way in.

  • Kim G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 10, 2025

    Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park

    Beautiful remote campground

    The positives: a beautiful remote spot with huge spaces between campsites. Gorgeous views of the Great Salt Lake. Right now there is no water on the island due to construction at the visitors center. The visitors center is closed though there is a temporary one. One other detractor is the mosquitoes here. We were out at dusk locking our bikes and were swarmed by them!! It has been very windy here. Don’t know if that is usual or a temporary weather thing due to remnants of a Pacific hurricane. If you are looking for solitude without backpacking into the mountains the primitive loop at Bridger Bay campground could be your thing. Nice place to bike also if it weren’t for the wind.

  • Claire L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Little Mill

    Our favorite place

    Our family adores this location. Great staff, clean toilets, stunning camping areas near the river, some directly on it! Spot 10 was great for our 33ft rig. We will be back Little Mill! Love you

  • Claire L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Valley View RV Resort

    Stunning views and the sound of freedom

    We’ve stayed here several times and have to say the vibes are patriotic and welcoming. The Air Force base and surrounding mountains feel like you’re in a Top Gun movie. Clean bathrooms, clean pool and spa, super cool staff, and my kids had a blast making memories. Thanks Valley View - Claire

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Springville / Provo KOA Holiday

    Clean and friendly staff.

    Spots are a little tight. Noise level is a 5. Near the hwy but not next to. It’s a good place to stay and the monthly rates are fair.

  • Kim G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Hailstone - Lower Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park

    Great state park campground

    Convenient location to Park City. Large spacious sites. Nice clean bathrooms. You can hear road noise from highway 40. We got a site without reservation with no problem. Some sites are more level than others. We are enjoying looking at the reservoir from the back of our site. Some construction noise across highway 40 but not too much late on a weekday.


Guide to Cedar Valley

Camping near Cedar Valley, Utah, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and convenient amenities. Whether you're looking for a quick getaway or a longer stay, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the outdoors: Many campers enjoy hiking and biking in the nearby mountains. For instance, at Granite Flat, one reviewer mentioned, "You do hear a lot of UTV traffic, but most people probably used to that by now. Overall a beautiful location."
  • Water activities: If you're into water sports, Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park is a great spot. A visitor noted, "Clean campground with access to water sports, and very close to Park City."
  • Fishing and swimming: Little Mill is close to a lake, making it perfect for fishing and swimming. One camper shared, "The lake is right up the road and a great place to swim and fish."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Mountain Valley RV Resort, a reviewer said, "Everything was clean and so easy to use! We will definitely be back."
  • Friendly staff: Many visitors mention helpful staff. A guest at Salt Lake City KOA remarked, "The staff was very helpful and answered all of our questions."
  • Scenic views: Campgrounds like Tanners Flat offer beautiful surroundings. One camper noted, "I loved sleeping near the creek and hearing the water at night."

What you should know:

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads or train tracks. A visitor at Salt Lake City KOA mentioned, "Sleep was not great with the freight trains blaring through the night."
  • Site proximity: Campers at Nunns Park noted that sites can be snug. One review stated, "Camp spots are snug but do the job."
  • Reservation challenges: At Granite Flat, a camper pointed out, "It shows as first come first served but somehow people can make reservations ahead of time."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for family comfort. A reviewer at Mountain Valley RV Resort said, "Huge level concrete sites, with privacy bushes between."
  • Activities for kids: Campgrounds like Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground offer fun activities. One visitor mentioned, "Showers were clean. Only downside was the dump station near us was pretty awful smells."
  • Safety first: Always keep an eye on kids near water. A camper at Little Mill noted, "There is a sliding rock for kids to climb and play on near the campgrounds."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Lakeside RV Campground mentioned, "Our 30’ rig hardly fit in the spot."
  • Be prepared for noise: Some RV parks are near airports or busy roads. A visitor at Utah Lake State Park Campground said, "The Provo river trail is nearby, one shining spot in an otherwise awesomely mediocre stay."
  • Plan for amenities: Look for campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Mountain Valley RV Resort praised, "All the amenities included: showers, cable, wifi, pickleball, pool and hot tubs."

Camping near Cedar Valley, Utah, has something for everyone, whether you're a family, an RV enthusiast, or just looking for a peaceful retreat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Cedar Valley, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Cedar Valley, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 207 campgrounds and RV parks near Cedar Valley, UT and 56 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Cedar Valley, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cedar Valley, UT is Willow Park Campground with a 4-star rating from 17 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cedar Valley, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 56 free dispersed camping spots near Cedar Valley, UT.