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Best Campgrounds near Coalville, UT
Camping opportunities around Coalville, Utah range from full-service RV resorts to state park campgrounds with lake access. Echo Island RV Resort offers 185 sites with amenities including electric hookups, water, and sewer connections for RVs and tent campers. Nearby, Echo State Park's Dry Hollow Campground provides camping with water and electric hookups adjacent to Echo Reservoir. Several state parks within a 30-minute drive expand options, including Rockport State Park with its Twin Coves and Riverside campgrounds offering lakeside sites.
Road conditions throughout the area remain generally accessible for most vehicles, with paved routes to established campgrounds. Most developed sites in the region require reservations, particularly during summer months when water recreation draws visitors to Echo and Rockport reservoirs. Winter camping is available at select locations, though services may be limited and snow conditions can affect access. Elevation in the area ranges from approximately 5,500 to 7,000 feet, resulting in cool nights even during summer months. A camper noted, "Clean quiet camp with 30A and water, showers and flush toilets! Next to historic union pacific rail trail for hiking and biking... Runs from dam to park city about 28mi."
Waterfront access represents a significant draw for campers visiting the Coalville area, with multiple campgrounds situated along reservoirs. Echo Reservoir and Rockport State Park provide opportunities for fishing, paddling, and swimming during warmer months. Campsites with water and electric hookups receive consistently positive reviews, particularly those offering shade structures or trees. One visitor described their experience: "I stayed here for a night - very, very clean. Each site has a cement pad, water, electric, and a shelter which is great when it is 90 out with clear skies. You do have Coalville a stone-throw away for some minor conveniences such as ice, snacks, etc." For those seeking more remote experiences, the nearby Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest offers primitive camping options with fewer amenities but greater seclusion.
Best Camping Sites Near Coalville, Utah (255)
1. Echo Island RV Resort
23 ReviewsCoalville, UT1 mileWebsite+1 (801) 903-9265$50 - $300 / night
"Really fun place in Utah. This was my dogs favorite campground so far. They have so much room to walk, and plenty of wildlife around to keep them interested."
"The reason for lower rating is the proximity to the highway."
2. Dry Hollow Campground — Echo State Park
11 ReviewsCoalville, UT2 milesWebsite+1 (435) 336-9894$40 - $300 / night
"Next to historic union pacific rail trail for hiking and biking (many goatheads so plan accordingly- tubeless?) Runs from dam to park city about 28mi."
"You do have Coalville a stone-throw away for some minor conveniences such as ice, snacks, etc. I would return to this location simply to fish the resevoir more."
3. Twin Coves — Rockport State Park
15 ReviewsWanship, UT10 milesWebsite+1 (435) 336-2241$35 / night
"Rockport State park in Utah, at the Crandall Cove sites. Sites are well kept, the reservoir is really low. Hiking is nice. Bike trails are well kept."
"We always pick a spot near the water and each spot seems to be a good distance away from where others are camping - which is nice."
4. Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park
38 ReviewsPark City, UT20 milesWebsite+1 (435) 649-9540$35 - $50 / night
"This isn't the prettiest lake. It is nice and big, but since it is one of the closest to Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley, it gets a lot of traffic."
"We stayed at the "McHenry" campground in a spot right next to a creek. The traffic noise was a bit prevalent during the day because it's close to the highway. Great tent pad."
5. Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park
11 ReviewsEcho, UT10 milesWebsite+1 (801) 829-6866$40 - $150 / night
"The outside of the loop at Dixie C.G. is electric and water only. The inside of the loop has full hook-ups. All sites have long, sturdy metal tables and a metal cover over a concrete pad."
"Close to Favis and Weber counties, this is a great place for 1 or 2 night stays. We usually stay here every spring. The campground is a short walk to the "beach.""
6. Holiday Hills RV Park
6 ReviewsCoalville, UT1 mileWebsite+1 (435) 336-4421"It is conveniently located off the highway and has a gas station accessible for even the biggest RVs. The staff is super helpful and very welcoming."
"Babbling Brook nearby, host were very friendly and hard working. Hot showers."
7. Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park
7 ReviewsWanship, UT10 milesWebsite+1 (801) 829-6866$35 - $200 / night
"Great view of lake and can walk down to swimming area . Great fishing, especially if you know where to go."
"Nice paved paths for our kiddos to right their scooters and fun water activities available to the kids for free (water bounce house etc)."
8. Spruces - Big Cottonwood
32 ReviewsMounthaven, UT23 milesWebsite+1 (801) 733-2660$29 - $327 / night
"Bathrooms always close by, no showers. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit. If you’re lucky, you can get a site close to the creek. Nice, cool nights in the summer."
"Right up Big Cottonwood Canyon, this campground has the advantage of being up the canyon so you feel far away from the city, but close enough that you could go on a work night and still make it to the"
9. Smith-Morehouse Campground
15 ReviewsOakley, UT18 milesWebsite+1 (435) 783-4338$28 / night
"Clean area, plenty of activities to do close by, far enough away from civilization to make the trip worth it."
"There are some good hiking trails near by. The lake is walking distance and is not crowded. Lots of wildlife to enjoy and to be on the look out for."
10. Riverside Campground — Rockport State Park
5 ReviewsWanship, UT8 milesWebsite+1 (435) 336-2241$35 - $45 / night
"Campground is nothing special and doesn't really have a great view of the lake despite its name."
"Only $15 per night and that gives you free access to the reservoir"
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Riverside Campground — Rockport State Park
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Twin Coves — Rockport State Park
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Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park
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Hailstone - Wasatch Campground — Jordanelle State Park
Recent Reviews near Coalville, UT
1323 Reviews of 255 Coalville Campgrounds
- EElise F.
TravelerSalt Lake City KOA
Winter camping in Salt Lake City
We winter camped here so we could ski. It’s a great location about 40-50 minutes to 6 resorts. It is in the city so not in the wilderness but all the sites have one tree and a patch of grass and a picnic table. There is a small off leash dog pen and a self dog wash. Also hot tub, showers, toilets that were clean. We did not use the hot tub or the laundry. The campground is well maintained. Our first site was slightly unleveled so we asked to switch and they accommodated that request. We did have to pay a little extra for that site. We stayed a total of 3 nights. We were going to stay longer but learned that you can’t have dogs in Cottonwood Canyon which meant we couldn’t ski at those resorts so we asked to get out of our reservation early and the KOA accommodated that as well.
- SSandraTraveler
Pine Creek Campground — Wasatch Mountain State Park
Stayed in yurt
The yurt was a great experience during the winter. The entire campground was closed, except for the yurt and the couple cabins on site. It was super quiet. It had 2 electric fireplaces which kept the yurt nice and toasty. It has a bunk bed with queen size mattresses which were comfy. There was a refrigerator and microwave. There is access to potable water right outside the yurt. You do have to walk about 500 yards to the yurt from the parking space, but the privacy is worth it. Rate was $75 per night during the week and $100 per night during the weekend. I will definitely be returning.
Chris R.
GuideCrandall Cove Campground — Rockport State Park
Great view and good for quick overnight stay
We had the campground loop all to ourselves in mid October. Sites have a gazebo with table means less stuff to unpack and setup. We just pulled out the tent and camp stove and that was it. Clean and maintained restrooms all close in tight loop. Firepit next to tables. The view is really great and birds are nearby as it seems to be a bird sanctuary. Easy to get to and not far from highway. Star show was good as well.
- PPam J.Guide
Brigham City-Perry South KOA
Great Stop Over Place
This was our 2nd time here. It's in the city, but you'd never know it. Nice, clean park, friendly staff. Sites are closer together than what we like but honestly wasn't bothered by anyone around us. Great central location for exploring in the area.
- PPam J.Guide
Lodgepole Campground
Return Trip
We stayed here in the summer of 2024 and placed it on our places to return to. We returned here in July 2025. The sites we were in was long and level. We loved sitting outside watching the numerous birds and chipmunks that were in the campground. The camp hosts were friendly and kept the campgrounds looking nice.
Adam O.TravelerSplit Rock Bay Backcountry Campsites — Antelope Island State Park
Incredible, with some caveats
Disclaimer, this was my first backpacking trip, and my first solo camping experience.
The first thing I’ll note is that I could not find a map that showed exactly where on the split rock loop trail the sites were. The maps you get at the gate do not show it. You just have to start hiking and hope you see it. That eventually led to the main issue I had with the campsite, more on that later.
I have 37lbs on my back, partly because it’s November and I want to make sure I’m warm, and partly because I’m toting in 5.5L of water since there is no water source.
I begin hiking and eventually I see another backpacker coming the other way. I say “did you camp?” He says no, he was going to stay the night, but there’s a herd of Bison that are currently crossing the trail and he didn’t want to wait. As I’m coming up on the spot he’s talking about, I catch the end of the herd moving south and I’m able to pass them with minimal wait time.
I continue hiking, up to the split rock bay loop, where conveniently there is a sign that points toward the campground. Yay! By this time I’ve seen a huge herd of Bison (50 or more individuals), a big buck, 20 or so other deer, and with the fog and haziness, some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen. Quite incredible.
I find the tent site #3 (my watch says exactly 4.5 miles from the car) and set up my tent. During this time, I’m hearing some weird grunting sounds in the distance, I pop my head out of the tent and look west toward the lake shore. And there’s the herd of Bison I encountered before who crossed the trail. They went west around elephant rock, and I went east. I beat them by about 20 to 30 minutes. At this time I record a video with my phone and state “hope they aren’t coming over here”.
I’m filling my sleeping pad with a mini pump and when I’m done I pop my head out of the tent. They had, in fact, started coming over here. They were quite close. In sort of a panic, I grab some essentials, zip up the tent, and head for the rocks on the hills and wait them out.
Unfortunately I didn’t grab my Garmin or my warm clothes, and it is taking them forever to get past the tent site. The sun starts getting low and I’m getting cold. The Bison sometimes get curious about my tent and approach it, but never do anything. I have my Apple watch and it has an SOS feature, I thought about using it, but eventually they pass and I can get back to set up.
So, this is where knowing exactly where the campsite was in relation to everything else would have been useful. I would have seen the direction they were going and possibly known that they would be crossing right into the camp area, and I probably would have made some slightly different choices.
They (the Bison) stopped for the night in split rock canyon, so I could hear them all night while in my tent. It was always difficult to tell if they were getting closer or farther away, so the night was a bit sleepless.
Also, though the weather says the temperature is 40F, the higher humidity and breeze from the lake can make it feel a lot colder. I did have some chilly moments with a 20F comfort rated bag and a 5.4R value pad. In the morning, condensation was everywhere.
The next morning had a “dense fog” warning in effect, which made for some more awesome scenery.
I broke camp and started back to the car at around 8AM. I decided to take a detour out to Elephant Rock to see if I could see the camp site from up there. This added another 3 miles to the track back, so 7.5 miles total. As I’m coming around the corner at the top to the spot where I’d be able to see the sites, I encounter a lone Bison bull just chilling up there on the trail, no other animals in sight. So, I couldn’t actually get to the spot to see over, but the view was amazing and it was fun to see a Bison in a spot it felt like he shouldn’t be able to get to.
As I turn around, the “dense fog” warning becomes a reality, and it suddenly gets much much colder. Makes for some amazing visuals way up there.
Overall, it was a very awe inspiring and fun trip, with some interesting bits. I do think they should better mark the spots on the map just so people can plan better, especially if there’s going to be massive herds of Bison cruising through camp at any point.
tl;dr: pack warmer than you think (if you’re going to go in the later months) and watch out for Bison. Incredible views and wildlife encounters make it all worth it.
Tamie S.GuideGreat Horned Owl Campground — Deer Creek State Park
Quiet and secluded
We took a wrong turn in the campground and ended up in an area with no hookups. But it was quiet and secluded and close to the water. The campsite was fairly level and there were clean restrooms.
Maggy P.TravelerDock Flat Campground
Great spot, NOT big rig friendly
The location is beautiful, and full of deer. My partner and I are just starting out full time rv life and this was the first spot we stayed at. We got there late at night and were able to make it to the first site in our 30' bumper pull, but anything bigger than that would likely have a lot of trouble getting up the very bendy dirt road. I would recommend you scout ahead if you have anything bigger than a 15 footer. We only stayed for one night but would have stayed longer if we had the time.
Guide to Coalville
Camping near Coalville, Utah centers on reservoir and river-based recreation with elevations averaging 5,800 feet. Sites typically open from late spring through fall with summer water temperatures reaching the mid-70s. Winter overnight temperatures can drop below freezing even in late summer due to the mountain valley location.
What to do
Kayaking on Echo Reservoir: Access the water directly from Dry Hollow Campground — Echo State Park, where campers enjoy easy water entry. "Echo Campground has a very peaceful and quiet atmosphere. We have always loved our stay at Echo Campground in Utah. The sites are very clean and the camp hosts are very accommodating," notes Char W.
River fishing: Multiple campsites offer stream access for fishing. At Echo Island RV Resort, visitors can fish directly on property. "Lovely spot on two small rivers with shade. Full hookups, spacious sites. Nice pool and hot tub," reports Paul Y. The resort also features "a small pond for kids to fish in," according to Carlee G.
Mountain biking: The historic Union Pacific Rail Trail connects Echo Reservoir to Park City, spanning approximately 28 miles of varied terrain. "Next to historic union pacific rail trail for hiking and biking... Runs from dam to park city about 28mi," explains Mark F., who recommends tubeless tires due to goatheads (puncture-causing thorns) on parts of the trail.
What campers like
Covered picnic areas: Many sites feature shade structures that provide relief during hot summer days. "Each site has a cement pad, water, electric, and a shelter which is great when it is 90 out with clear skies," shares Nicholas R. about Twin Coves — Rockport State Park.
Wildlife viewing: The mountain setting provides opportunities for wildlife observation. "Woke up to deer outside our yurt," reports Alyssa D. At Smith-Morehouse Campground, visitors can experience "peaceful wildlife, like deer" while camping near the reservoir.
Off-season quiet: Visiting outside peak summer months offers a more peaceful experience. "We pulled through late and found this hidden gem, electrical and water at all sites," mentions Dan B., who visited Echo Campground in spring. At Smith-Morehouse, one camper recommends Memorial Day and Labor Day visits: "We like to go up for Memorial Day and Labor Day. It feels wonderful up there then!"
What you should know
Seasonal pests: Insect populations vary by season and location. "Crazy amount of bugs. No mosquitoes as others have reported, just lake bugs that like your lights," reports Chris G. about camping at Echo. Smith-Morehouse can experience "many horseflies... all of the sudden" in early July according to Brendan A., who recommends avoiding this specific time.
Water pressure concerns: Some RV hookups have extremely high water pressure requiring regulators. At Holiday Hills RV Park, Joseph I. warns: "Note that the water pressure is VERY high!! 110psi - so make sure you bring and use a regulator."
Noise variables: Ambient noise varies by campground location. At Echo Campground, "I-80 is across the lake and you will hear trucks at night," notes Chris G. Holiday Hills can experience "loud music coming from the bar next to the campground," according to Richard Y., while other campers report Smith-Morehouse has "some noise at night -- music and generators, but overall not bad."
Tips for camping with families
Recreational options: Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park offers various water activities suitable for children. "Fun for the whole family; kids, seniors, pets, etc! The fishing is really good too. We catch something every time we go," shares Derek E.
Kid-friendly facilities: Some campgrounds specifically cater to family activities. Echo Island RV Resort features "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 and they have dvds and sports equipment you can check out," according to Carlee G.
Camping surface considerations: Tent campers should note ground conditions can affect comfort. At Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park, sites are on hills overlooking the reservoir. At Holiday Hills, a camper notes, "Nice grassy area for tent camping, small river that runs through the campsite," making it more comfortable for ground sleepers.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Many campsites require adjustments for RVs. At East Canyon State Park's Dixie Creek Campground, James J. reports, "All sites are back-in and mostly flat asphalt. A little rig leveling might be needed."
RV size limitations: Larger rigs face constraints at certain campgrounds. Smith-Morehouse Campground has a "road [that] is tight. Our 26ft trailer was a little hard to navigate within the campground," according to one reviewer. They add, "Not much room to maneuver a trailer over about 25 feet."
Hookup availability varies: Water and electric availability differs by site and campground. At Echo Island RV Resort, Mike A. notes they "Reserved a few hours before arriving on a Sunday in June and there were plenty of spots," making it reliable for last-minute trips with hookup needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Coalville, UT?
What camping is available near Coalville, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Coalville, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 255 campgrounds and RV parks near Coalville, UT and 60 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Coalville, UT?
Which is the most popular campground near Coalville, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Coalville, UT is Echo Island RV Resort with a 4.7-star rating from 23 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Coalville, UT?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Coalville, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 60 free dispersed camping spots near Coalville, UT.
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