Best Tent Camping near Draper, UT

Recent Tent Reviews in Draper

1082 Reviews of 30 Draper Campgrounds

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  James B.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 25, 2024

  Little Mill

  Comfortable, last minute find

  Clean facilities, but no water or power. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. Our site was right near the creek, well shaded, and reasonably separated from neighbors. There are hiking trails that lead to climbing walls; we watched one climber struggle for 20 minutes to get past an obstacle. The downside here is the road noise, which could be overwhelming sometimes when motorcyclists, ATVs, or overwound street racers sped by. Access to some amazing scenery in the Wasatch Mountains makes it worth a visit.

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  Steve B.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 25, 2024

  Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park

  Great way to the the Great Salt Lake

  Stayed at Bridger Bay Sept 18-19 in one of the sites nearest the water. Great timing as there were virtually no bugs and the water was warm enough to paddle board. Lots of Bison and a Great Horned Owl spend an hour in a tree by our Bean Trailer. Hiking the beach was otherworldly and we will definitely return.

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

  Good option for families and water activities (can be busy)

  Stayed in spot 28 which was good and had view of lake until neighbor pulled in with a giant 5th wheel. Spot 19 is in the middle and seems to have a good view regardless of who is parked in adjacent spots, and spot 32 also seems to have a good view and the advantage of being on the outer edge so no backdoor neighbors. Park has a general store but we did not go inside. Bathrooms/showers are decent with sufficient hot water, but are not as nice as those at Wasatch Mtn. 

  Food aside: Had freeze-dried coconut curry chicken with extra packet of ready-to-eat Wal Mart chicken added and it was good. Also had chicken teriyaki with chicken packet added. Spiced both up with garlic powder.

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Simpson Springs Campground

  Long drive on dirt roads, great for solitude high desert

  Spot#1 Good shade and privacy clean bathrooms. Sheep dogs came through with herd of sheep (make SURE you have your dogs secured so they're not attacked by herding dogs). Beautiful open views of Utah west desert

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

  Not bad, lake/water/fishing, busy

  Stayed in spot 28 which was good and had view of lake until neighbor pulled in with a giant 5th wheel. Spot 19 is in the middle and seems to have a good view regardless of who is parked in adjacent spots, and spot 32 also seems to have a good view and the advantage of being on the outer edge so no backdoor neighbors. Park has a general store but we did not go inside. 

  Bathrooms/showers are decent with sufficient hot water.

  Food aside: Had freeze-dried coconut curry chicken with extra Wal Mart packet of chicken added and it was good and low FQ (fart quotient). Also had chicken teriyaki with chicken packet added. Always add garlic powder, perhaps smoked paprika.

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Payson Lakes

  Very busy area, hard to get reservations

  Stayed in 33B first night and 23C second night. C loop seems a little more sparse and spaced out. Outer loop seems better. Bathrooms very clean and well stocked. Sites mostly level. Pine and aspen, some spots more shaded than others. Easy walk to lake and there is a nice paved trail around it. Spotty cell service at road, none in campground. 

  Food aside: Freeze-dried Pad thai with chicken, supplemented chicken (packet from Wal Mart) and it was very good with a bit of heat. Also added garlic powder (always).

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  rachel

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 15, 2024

  Eagle Mountain Dispersed

  Remote but hard to get to

  This is BLM. A couple of different camping sites. Most have fire rings but no water or bathrooms. You will need a 4x4 with high clearance to get up the mountain (the road is rough). There are sites at the bottom of the mountain that you can get an RV or car in but those are crowded and around the shooting range. We had a great time at the top with beautiful views and quiet. Nobody else around. oHV area too.

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  Marcus K.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 13, 2024

  River's Edge at Deer Park

  Not really pretty and expensive

  The camp ground itself is not bad. You have all the amenities that you could wish for when you are on the road. Including sites with full hook up and showers plus toilets that are in good condition. The camp store has food and drinks available. Very positive were the ladies at the reception. Very helpful and very sweet.

  But the location is rather disappointing. Its located at the end of an old street and right in front of a dam, enclosed by some hills. You can hear the nearby highway. Not very pretty.

  It feels a little cramped, the individual spots are very close to each other, so there is not much privacy. Plus, it is very expensive. I paid 78$ for a full hook up spot.

  Probably better to check out the camp site Hailstone Camp Ground right up the hill, in the Jordanelle state park. It looked so much more beautiful when I passed by there the next morning.

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  Shane T.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 11, 2024

  Holiday Hills RV Park

  Great stop over spot

  We Spent one night while we were on our way to the west coast. Spot was nice with a big grassy area. Bathrooms were adequate and the staff was very friendly!

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  Ted B.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 9, 2024

  Mountain Shadows RV Park

  Very friendly staff

  They work with u nice and helpful we changed our check out date 3 times and they got it all figured it out.

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  Imerie T.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 6, 2024

  Riverside Campground — Rockport State Park

  Nice little campground

  It’s very quiet and pretty here. You have the water on the river at the bottom of the dam Spaces aren’t to close. It’s beautiful

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  Richard Y.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 28, 2024

  Holiday Hills RV Park

  Night of Hell

  Loud music coming from the bar next to the campground. Hard to get any sleep for the drive.

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  Christopher C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 26, 2024

  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

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  Julie M.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 26, 2024

  Settlement Canyon/Legion Park Campground

  Lovely spot

  We had one night connected to power and one without and enjoyed both nights. It’s a lovely forested area and the fall colors are just turning. Very friendly gate staff. Highly recommend

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  Causley S.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 24, 2024

  Uinta National Forest Hope Campground

  Great space close to Provo

  For only 25min from downtown provo, this is a wonderful place to go for a night. Super kind camp host and well maintained roads.

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  Kerry C.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 24, 2024

  Park City RV Resort

  Beware not a resort

  Beware the pretty pics don’t show how bad this place really is.. Ok they can’t help being situated right beside the freeway and the constant noise from it that makes it very unpleasant to sit outside and even the staff wear industrial earplugs at night. It’s the rest of it that’s really bad, from first meeting the arrogant manager he made it pretty clear that he wasn’t here to help or be nice. The laundry required quarters which they couldn’t provide, was told to download an app which he then told us rarely works on an iPhone. I’m not here to help too bad you don’t have quarters Ladies bathroom out of order Gardeners with industrial gas blowers and mowers started at 8am in the morning.. why couldn’t they schedule them for 11. But the rude manager said that’s just the way it is. Have stayed in many RV parks, usually with friendly people, this place is the worst. Also the other items that others have bought up, like parking right next to each other, the list goes on but our recommendation is don’t come here!!!

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  Carson S.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 22, 2024

  Cascade Springs Dispersed Site

  Great Camping and Off-Roading

  The views are great but the road is definitely washed out. You will need 4WD and high clearance to pass through the washouts and rocks which start near the entrance and go all the way to the top.

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  Heather O.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 18, 2024

  Mountain Valley RV Resort

  Great Central Spot to explore area

  Found this spot last minute. It's fancy. Way fancier than we usually pick, but the price was right. It was full when we arrived on a Saturday. But thinned out later in the week I really enjoyed the split between the folks with kids and those without. 3 pools and hot tubs...2 for the 21+ only crowd. There are tons of clean bathrooms woth showers and 3 clubhouses. 2 dog parks...one was HUGE!! Dogs loved it. Views are amazing. It was honestly kind if refreshing to stay in a resort.

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  Christopher P.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 12, 2024

  Granite Flat (utah)

  Nice campground

  Very popular campground. Sites nestled in the trees. Occasional road noise. It is shows as first come first served but somehow people can make reservations ahead of time. We looked for a sign which said OPEN and camped there. Hosts are great.

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  Devin B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 11, 2024

  Salamander Flat

  It’s a campsite

  After a long day of travel we just wanted to get to any site and camp. This is a national forest so there is technically a park permit required. However, we have an annual park pass and they accept that as well. It is an honor system kind of park permit. They ask you to scan the QR code or pay at the self pay station. $10 for a 3day pass, $20 for a 7 day pass.

  The drive up to this site is winding and the cars seem to be used to driving it because they come around the corners pretty fast. Drive carefully and stay on your side of the road. It site is just after mile marker 17.

  The site is huge! Lots of space for people, cars, RVs and trailers. The road is paved until you turn in and then it’s a regular dirt road.

  The major con in this park in general is the bathrooms are yucky especially at this site.

  This seems to be a local hangout for the youngsters as well. They were not a bother to us however, they were letting loose, having a good time at their site. They left around 11 or so.

  No service with AT&T

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  Casey M.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 7, 2024

  Lost Creek Campground

  Cute, convenient and lots of space!

  This campground has many spots! They were all clean and convenient. If you stay on the northern side of the campground, expect to hear cars and trucks through the night. I stayed in spot 31 which was spacious and right next to a little stream. The lake is close by and accessible by a trail in between two campsites. I heard a pack of wolves howling right around sunset but seemed a decent distance away. Definitely chilly at night time, but that’s expected this time of year. Highly recommended :)

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  Rebecca L.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 7, 2024

  Goshen Road Dispersed Camping

  Goshen Rd free campsites

  There is one campsite with a sign that says 3 day public camping. It is a huge dirt lot with a few shade trees and creek. About 1/4 mile after this location are 5 more Creekside campsites on the left side of the road ( if coming from Goshen ) they are unmarked. All campsites in this area are on BLM or state land. Please do not overstay your welcome. They have discussed blocking them off due to people staying for way to long and leaving trash.

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  Kenzie M.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 1, 2024

  Yellow Pine Campground (Ut) — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest

  Amazing Spot

  We camped here at the end of August, and the weather was perfect, chilly at night but not horrible!

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  John E.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 28, 2024

  Redman Campground

  Excellent forested campsite for a mid-week stay

  Stopped on a Sunday evening during a westbound cross country journey. Our 20’ van had no issues circling the road to find an open First-come-first-served spot, but would advise not much longer of a rig. We had to figure out the rules for finding and paying for an open spot, but it was all fine. This is a popular campground with many sites reserved far in advance, so last-minute FCFS openings on weekends may be rare.

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  Sue O.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 28, 2024

  Strawberry Bay

  Detail

  Strawberry Bay is a picturesque and serene location, often sought after for its natural beauty and tranquility. It's a perfect destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and reconnect with nature. The bay offers a stunning view of the water, surrounded by lush greenery, making it an ideal spot for picnics, boating, and peaceful strolls along the shoreline. For those interested in legal matters or court cases in the area, you might want to explore the Cuyahoga court docket details to stay informed about any ongoing legal proceedings or upcoming hearings that could be relevant to your visit. Whether you're planning a peaceful retreat or need to keep an eye on important legal updates, combining these interests can help you make the most of your time in Strawberry Bay.

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  joey M.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 25, 2024

  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!

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  Skylar G.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 22, 2024

  Cascade Springs Dispersed Site

  Best views in Utah?

  I want to start positive and say that the views are some of the best! Mt Tiponogous is in full view and the panoramic views are all great as well. It was only my group that camped up there the night we camped, but a couple people did drive by for some off road action. Speaking of off road action, the road is atrocious. Dont come unless you have some serious high clearance 4wd vehicle or you will bottom out and destroy your vehicle. I’m saying this as someone from Lake City CO who grew up driving the Alpine Loop, the road is BAD!