North central Utah offers camping sites ranging from elevations of 4,300 feet around Clearfield to over 7,000 feet in nearby mountain areas. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F during day, dropping to 50-65°F at night. Many glamping options near Clearfield maintain access to both urban conveniences and natural surroundings within a 30-45 minute drive.
What to do
Mountain biking on dedicated trails: North Fork County Park features purpose-built bike trails with varying difficulty levels. "Had a great stay at North Fork. Camped in the canyon near the trailheaad for the waterfall hike... Excellent mountain bike trails also. Can't wait to go back and ride more of them," mentions one North Fork County Park visitor.
Lake water activities: Willard Bay State Park offers boating, jet skiing and water recreation opportunities 25 minutes north of Clearfield. "Great State Park. The sites are well spaced apart giving plenty of privacy... Very spacious pull ins, full hook ups, and a quick trip to the beach (Eagle and Pelican Beach)," notes a Cottonwood Campground camper.
Wildlife viewing close to camp: Bison, deer, and smaller wildlife can be spotted from several campgrounds. "The campground is very spread out and provides lots of space between you & other campers... We saw fox that came right up to our tent and lots of bison close by. Quiet place," reports a White Rock Bay visitor.
What campers like
Waterfront access for paddlers: Several locations provide direct water access from campsites. "This was a really nice place for only being 40 mins from the city. Good beach front not a far walk from our campsite... If you have some water toys it's awesome because you can anchor them on the shore or the dock," says an Anderson Cove camper.
Less crowded weekday stays: Many glamping locations near Clearfield show significant attendance differences between weekends and weekdays. "It is a very family friendly campground... Gets extremely busy on weekends but nice and quiet on the weekdays. Checked in on a Wednesday afternoon for FCFS site. Plenty open," notes a visitor at Anderson Cove.
Private, secluded sites: Several campgrounds feature well-spaced sites with natural barriers. "This place is favorite spot to camp if I'm staying local. There are so many spots, and they are all very private. The Camp hosts are great! There's a hidden waterfall you can hike too, and a river runs through the park," explains a South Fork visitor.
What you should know
Seasonal bug activity: Several camping areas report significant insect presence during certain months. "The landscape is beautiful but I cannot stress to you enough the amount of biting gnats there were. It was unbearable for us and bug spray didn't deter them one bit," warns a White Rock Bay camper.
Freeway noise at some locations: Some campgrounds closer to I-15 experience traffic sounds. "I-15 noise was horrible, no sleep even with a fan going and earplugs... The views of the mountains were nice, but the sound of the freeway kind of ruined it," mentions a Cottonwood Campground visitor.
Limited shade at certain sites: Many glamping options near Clearfield have variable sun exposure. "There are not any trees in this camp site, so it is really hot. The cows and lambs are all around... The water access isn't super easy, the campground is a little higher than the beach," reports a Dixie Creek Campground visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Easy hiking with waterfall rewards: Accessible trails lead to scenic water features. "We've camped all over in North Fork sites! Our family has our anual family reunion in Mustang Flats every summer... Clean bathrooms throughout, hike to the waterfall or ride the mountain bike trail!" notes a North Fork County Park visitor.
Campgrounds with dedicated play areas: Several locations feature playgrounds and recreational spaces. "We had a delightful stay over Memorial Day weekend. Our kids had a blast swimming, playing at the playground and then spending time in the arcade. The New Owners are super friendly and the Bathrooms are very clean," shares a Brigham City KOA visitor.
Family reunion accommodations: Multiple campgrounds offer group site options. "This is a great place for a family reunion. We enjoyed the camp site and the short walk to the lake. Facilities were clean and staff was great," reports an Anderson Cove camper.
Tips from RVers
Ample electrical hookups for summer cooling: Multiple sites provide reliable power for air conditioning needs. "50amp service worked great which was important for both air conditioners to work on this 102 degree day! Overall the camp ground was super quiet," states a Willow Creek visitor.
Spacious pull-through sites: Several locations accommodate larger rigs with easy access. "Nice famcamp. Pull in sites are best with nice sized yards and easy in/out. Some of the backins are tricky for large rigs that need a large turning zone to back in because of trees in the center area," mentions a Hill AFB FamCamp visitor.
RV sites with covered picnic areas: Multiple glamping options feature sheltered outdoor spaces. "The sites are level with full hook up... All sites have long, sturdy metal tables and a metal cover over a concrete pad," notes a Dixie Creek Campground visitor.
