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Pet-friendly camping near Duchesne ranges from full-hookup RV sites to free dispersed sites, giving dog owners flexible options across multiple campgrounds. Mountain View Campground, Beach Campground, Indian Bay Campground, and Rabbit Gulch all welcome pets with designated sites featuring water and electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Juniper Point provides more primitive camping with pets allowed but limited amenities - just vault toilets and no hookups. Lakeside RV Park provides full-service pet accommodation with water, electric, sewer hookups, showers, and a dog walking path overlooking the reservoir. Starvation Hideaway offers free dispersed camping for pets and owners seeking a more rustic experience. Some campers report spending hours removing broken glass from sites to protect their dogs' paws.
The beach areas at Fred Hayes State Park enforce strict no-dogs policies near the water, causing frustration for pet owners expecting lakeside access with their animals. Dogs must remain in designated camping areas and are not permitted on beaches or swimming areas. White House on the Ranch and Wild Wolf Ridge provide additional pet-friendly alternatives with more relaxed policies. Higher clearance vehicles are recommended for accessing dispersed camping areas. The campgrounds provide varying levels of shade - critical during hot summer months when protecting pets from heat is essential. Most sites feature paved areas for RVs with nearby grassy sections, though some areas specifically prohibit tents on grass sections. Pack extra water for pets as summer temperatures can rise significantly in this high desert environment.
"I was glad I had a back-in site around the edge of the loop. I loved the view."
"Mountain View Campground is above the lake, but a path leads down to the boat ramp and beach. Some bring boats and go fishing for brown trout, walleye, bass and yellow perch."
from $25 - $200 / night
Check Availability"Right next to starvation lake, plenty of mature trees , great view , super nice staffs , right next to Utah 40 but hardly hear any noise . 5 min away from town."
"There is a nice dog walk/path with a great view of the reservoir at the end of the path. When we were there it was very windy and cold so our time outside was limited."
"All of the campsites are within walking distance to the water. Finding level ground is somewhat challenging. We drove to the improved camping area and pay for shower use."
from $15 - $25 / night
Check Availability"Close to the boat ramp and the views are incredible. Really nice paths to get you to the beach and the boat ramp.
Lots of fish in the lake and craw fish."
from $25 - $120 / night
Check Availability"Camping spot was easy to locate, secluded yet within easy access to the main road. Great for fishing and swimming during the day and campfires and star gazing at night. Highly recommend!!"
"We enjoyed hiking, fishing, and swimming nearby, making s’mores by the fire, and just relaxing on the swings under the stars. It was the perfect mix of nature and comfort."
from $20 - $25 / night
"We got there around 6pm. We got a campsite right on the water. The site was beautiful and bathrooms were clean. Hot showers were a definite plus."
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"You have the ability to camp super close to the lake and the pictures you can take are amazing."
from $25 - $120 / night
Check Availability"White House on the Ranch has a great spot for you wether you're towing a camper, or looking to setup the tent, and with a lake nearby its perfect for those hot Utah days. "
from $40 - $48 / night
Check Availability"I wasn’t expecting a dirt road right next to the river. You don’t need any special vehicle though and as soon as you get to the resort, it is GORGEOUS."
"Several miles off main highway nestled in high cliffs. Barhrooms were clean and nice. Campground was well maintained. Strawberry river runs right through camp."
from $20 - $100 / night
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LegendThis it the KOA near Dinosaur Np on the Utah/Colorado border. They had a tough winter and were still recovering in June when we stayed.. the area with the dog park was flooded from snow melt, so it had not been mowed in some time. Mosquitoes were bad. Dog park was unusable. They have a pool. Also rent 3-wheel cycles for kids to ride up and down terrorizing everyone. I is a short drive to Dinosaur Np.
GuideThis is a rest stop. It's great. There is a dog park. Water to hook up to for a fill. There are a ton of picnic tables and a paved walking path through an outdoor educational museum. bathroom too. Perfect for an in between salt lake and Moab.
RangerWe chose this area as a central location to Moab, Provo and SLC! Nice scenic drives to all of those places from camp and did not feel too far out. Campground was clean and well kept. Staff is very nice and helpful. It will be beautiful in a few years with the landscaping investment they have made. Plenty of individual showers. I recommend the ones at office building, they are bigger. Laundry facilities great. Huge plus is dish washing sink with hot water. It is always nice to not have to wash dishes in camper. Dog park, playground and splash pad. My only caution is that it is between Highway and railroad tracks so if you are noise sensitive be aware. We didn’t notice any major noise and slept very comfortably with the nice flowing River behind us. Helper is cute town to explore.
GuideBeautiful RV Park!! Friendly service! Escorted to our Site# 201 which backed up to the Price River. Site was super level for us. Great space between neighbors on our side of the park. There is a picnic table. However, we took our chairs down to the river bank each evening. So tranquil and relaxing! Laundry room is nice and all machines were in working order. We did not use the restrooms but took a peek in and they are all clean and look new. Beautiful mountain scenery as well. AT&T, T-Mobile Cell Service were excellent. No issues with their WiFI. So many cable channels! If there was one Con, it was that the dog park/run area was muddy. Looks like they are watering the area to maybe get more grass to grow. However, there are plenty of other grassy spots with Dog Waste Stations and bags to walk your dog. Street traffic noise can be heard. We do have a white noise machine and it did not interrupt our sleep. Enjoyed our relaxing stay here! Highly recommend!
Guide-cows -good roads -good Verizon service -pets allowed -fire rings -most sit don’t have shade
LegendAspen Campground is a beautiful little campground up Forest Road 144 (just east of Wolf Creek Pass, just before Hannah, UT). There are several reservable sites at Aspen, many of which border the Duchesne River. There is a fence between the campground and the river with a couple access points that can be a little tricky to find since the vegetation is rather thick.
All of the sites have picnic tables and fire pit with plenty of adequate space for large tents. The sites are spread out fairly well, and the thickness of the trees helps to separate the sites even more. All in all, the campground is quiet and quaint, with a gorgeous view of the cliffside to the west.
GuideJust a little further past Wolf Creek Campground, you can reach Duchesne Ridge where there are beautiful views, and free camping. There aren't formal camp sites here but there is plenty of space and excellent scenery. I went camping here for two weeks during the elk bow hunt and it was a fantastic time. It's a great place for hunting grouse too!
GuideThis park is so amazing . Right next to starvation lake, plenty of mature trees , great view , super nice staffs , right next to Utah 40 but hardly hear any noise . 5 min away from town.
Only reason for 3 stars are internet connection was not usable , and dog&deer poops were everywhere . Kim
GuideWhat a beautiful area to camp! Bald eagles flying around, plenty of fish to catch and a night sky that shows every star in the sky. Now for the bad: There's like 60 spots. Some campsites are right on top of each other. We had a big spot on a hill over looking the lake through the tall pines, and the site next to us was big but their table and fire pit was just down the hill so there was no privacy at all from their big, wooded site. A big group with several cars and about 5 dogs showed up at this spot and so we listened to them party until way past 2am and their dogs fighting with each other. After they left, one of the paths from our spot to the lake, had dog crap on it. Awesome they didn't bother to clean up after their dogs! Then 2 spots down, campers showed up, and they had 2 dogs that ran amok with no leash. It was hard to walk our dog because their dogs would come up to him as we walked. Also one of their dogs would end up in our camp. WTH! Lastly, we asked the camp host for fire wood and she told us at her site at #11 as she drove by on her golf cart. Ok?? Every camp host we've encountered brought the wood. Not her and again 60 camp sites so it was about a jaunt to her area. It sounded like a big inconvenience for her and so I hiked over to it and there she was to take my money. We have a roof top tent so driving to their site was out of the question. It was a hell of a walk back dead lifting 2 huge bundles of wood tied to twine. At least I got a good work out in.
Anyways, awesome area, too many people and campsites to really make it a 5 star rating!
Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation sits at 5,712 feet above sea level near Duchesne, Utah. The park surrounds a reservoir with 3,495 surface acres of water in a high desert setting characterized by juniper trees and sandstone formations. Summer temperatures typically range from 75-95°F during the day and can drop 30-40 degrees at night, creating challenging conditions for unprepared campers.
Kayaking and paddle boarding: The reservoir offers calm morning waters ideal for paddlers at Mountain View Campground. "There is a paved path for kayak or paddle board put in," notes a visitor.
Swimming in designated areas: While dogs aren't allowed at beach areas, humans can enjoy swimming in the reservoir. "The water is refreshing to swim, water ski, paddle board or any water sport," mentions one camper about Indian Bay Campground.
Fishing for multiple species: Fish for brown trout, walleye, bass, and yellow perch at the reservoir. "Lots of fish in the lake and craw fish," reports a camper at Indian Bay.
Biking on paved areas: Several campgrounds offer paved surfaces perfect for family biking. "The camping area is all paved and the kids loved riding their bikes all day," shares one visitor.
Waterside campsites: Some sites provide direct water access or views. "The back in sites are right on the edge of the hill that leads down to the water," notes a camper at Mountain View Campground.
Modern facilities at improved campgrounds: "They have a really nice pavilion and really nice bathrooms with running water and showers. Close to the boat ramp and the views are incredible," shares a visitor about Indian Bay.
Dispersed options for rustic stays: Starvation Hideaway Dispersed offers more primitive camping without facilities. "Good place to jump off the road for a night if you have higher clearance, 4 x 4 if you want to go in other places, and are looking for some seclusion," advises one camper.
Secluded camping areas: Wild Wolf Ridge provides private sites away from crowds. "Camping spot was easy to locate, secluded yet within easy access to the main road. Great for fishing and swimming during the day and campfires and star gazing at night."
Weather considerations: The area experiences significant temperature fluctuations and high winds. "It was extremely windy," mentions one camper at Indian Bay, while another noted the reservoir "is extremely windy as well so make sure your tents etc are tight and secured."
Ground conditions vary: Some sites have challenges with terrain. At Juniper Point, "Finding level ground is somewhat challenging," according to a camper.
Site maintenance issues: "Not a level spot to be found. Good scenery but overall not a great stay," reports one visitor about Juniper Point.
Facility conditions fluctuate: "Bathrooms a little run down but functional. The hosts were nice," shares a visitor about Lakeside RV Park.
Playgrounds and open spaces: Some areas offer recreation facilities. "They have a couple playgrounds (one is better than the other) and lots of open grass area. The swimming pond was a great place for my kids to play," notes a visitor at Promised Land Resort.
Site selection: Choose locations with space for activities. "The sites are large, level, and easy to get into. They have planted trees that are starting to get large," notes a camper at Mountain View Campground.
Expect tent restrictions: Some campgrounds have specific rules about tent placement. "They don't allow tents on the grass, but a handful had a tent pad so make sure you check the site listing to determine if it will allow a tent," advises a visitor.
Swimming options: The reservoir water can be cold even in summer. "The water was freezing though," reports one family visitor despite summer heat.
Hookup information: Many sites offer various hookups. "We had water hookups and access to 20/30/50 electricity. No sewer available in the site, but they do have a dump station," reports one RVer at Mountain View.
Site spacing varies: Some campgrounds offer more space than others. At Lakeside RV Park, "Hook ups were all in working order and sites weren't stacked on top of each other."
Length accommodations: Many sites can handle larger RVs. "The back in drive way was 60 ft in length," notes an RVer at Mountain View Campground.
Accessibility considerations: Some areas require careful navigation. "Watch out for rocks going in, we got a flat," warns a camper about the tent camping area at Rabbit Gulch.
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