Best Glamping near Elk Ridge, UT

Camp Maple Dell, situated just five miles up Payson Canyon, houses idyllic glamping accommodations amid leafy trees that provide ample shade. The nearby Payson Lakes glamping options include yurts and canvas accommodations with picnic tables and fire pits for an elevated outdoor experience. Both locations feature drinking water, toilets, and shower facilities that enhance the comfort of these boutique camping stays. These sites maintain their natural beauty while providing essential amenities for a comfortable experience. Uinta National Forest Whiting Campground offers yurt accommodations with water hookups, toilets, and reservable sites for those seeking a more structured glamping experience. One visitor noted, "Camp Maple Dell is a beautiful camp with leafy trees and a great area, offering customized bookings if you have a group interested in additional facilities like pavilions with full kitchens."

The Payson Lakes area provides scenic mountain views and lakeside glamping experiences with easy access to fishing, hiking, and water activities. Diamond Fork glamping sites offer electric hookups and picnic tables with fires allowed, creating perfect settings for evening relaxation and stargazing. Guests have access to hiking trails around the lakes, including a paved path circling Big East Lake where rainbow and brook trout are regularly stocked. According to a camper, "It's a beautiful spot with lots of hiking and shade. The lakes provide fantastic places for fishing, swimming and kayaking without motorized boats, making it safe for families." Eco-friendly glamping options throughout the area operate seasonally, with most sites available from May through October, though some luxury outdoor stays remain open year-round for those seeking winter mountain experiences.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Elk Ridge, Utah (29)

1. Payson Lakes
17 Reviews
Elk Ridge, UT
6 miles
Website
+1 (801) 798-3571
$305 / night
"it is nice to have a lake to walk to for fishing, playing, or just admiring. each campsite really only has room for 1 or 2 tents. it does havw running water and a hole in the ground bathroom to use. i"

"Lots of fish in the lake, great bike trails and amazing views all around. With it being a 15 minute drive from Payson makes for a great time.

Nice bathrooms, tables, fire pits, and in the trees."
2. Utah Lake State Park Campground
21 Reviews
Orem, UT
16 miles
Website
+1 (801) 375-0731
$50 - $100 / night
"This is Utah's biggest fresh water lake. There are lots, and lot of bug so bring bug spray.

Awesome mountain views. Good fishing in the Provo river or lake fishing."

"This my 3 stay here at Utah Lake state park. 2x in July and now in September. I’m a single female traveler."

3. Diamond Fork
12 Reviews
Mapleton, UT
14 miles
Website
"You are really close to fifth water and the start of the trail to the hot pots. There is lots of big cotton wood trees for shade. The spots are big enough for a tent or RV."

"The sites are clean and have concrete around the table and cooking area. The tent site was nestled among the trees and was very nice.

We did get a visit from the locals."
4. Camp Maple Dell
3 Reviews
Elk Ridge, UT
3 miles
Website
$26 - $40 / night
"Ample area for kitchen set up, nice fire pit, water from pump, shower houses, flushing toilets, port-o-potties also available throught the entire camp. Camp store available during summer months."

"Yes, it's set up for Scouts, but when it's not Scout week, the camp is available for others to enjoy. Activities aren't available, it's just a campground outside of Scout weeks."

5. Uinta National Forest Blackhawk Campground
5 Reviews
Elk Ridge, UT
8 miles
Website
+1 (801) 798-3571
"Good views, pavilions, fire pits and pit toilets. Don’t have to have horses to book equestrian and they seem to be more available since I don’t think people k ow this."

"My favorite thing is how secluded it is. Definitely would recommend"
6. Nunns Park
27 Reviews
Aspen Grove, UT
23 miles
Website
+1 (801) 851-8640
"This is a great place to pitch a tent or come up and stay for the day. The only bad part about this camp site is all the highway noise."

"The sites are very close together with lots of foot, bike, and skateboarding traffic passing nearby. I was lucky to get a site near the river which drowned out the noise."

7. Uinta National Forest Whiting Campground
5 Reviews
Mapleton, UT
12 miles
Website
+1 (801) 798-3571
$610 / night
"Every site had shade with concrete parking and fire pit. Great place for families. The mountain road ends at the camp so traffic is only of campers coming and going therefore quiet at night."

"Nice campground in Utah County. Not far from town and any services that could be needed. Lots of hiking available, although a bit rocky and steep for my old knees."
8. Jolley's Ranch Campground
4 Reviews
Mapleton, UT
15 miles
Website
+1 (801) 489-2770
"They have a really nice pavilion and lots of trees. You are close to the golf course and close to Hobble Creek which is fun for the kids."

"This campground was really crowded when we went and we had really loud people right by us which was frustrating but overall it was a good site with a fun playground close by."

9. Granite Flat (utah)
38 Reviews
Mutual Dell, UT
33 miles
Website
+1 (801) 785-3563
$28 - $401 / night
"I stayed on site 58 (tent only). Enough room for 2 medium tents. Next/above stream. Tucked in very back. Long ways to walk from car. Water spout next to car area."

"There is running water and vault toilets throughout the campground. There were some wicked thunderstorms at night (which we liked)."
10. Ponderosa
2 Reviews
Mona, UT
17 miles
Website
+1 (801) 798-3571
$21 / night
"Have been going to this campground every year for nearly 60 years. Things have definitely changed, but still enjoy my visits there."

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Jacob A.
Scout
May. 16, 2023
Tanners Flat
Amazing
Paid sites Easy drive up

Keep in mind other campers are near but not right by you depending on site.

We went last summer and cant wait to go back

Running water Hook ups Tent spots

Good for groups or singles

Feel free to book its about 20$ a night Its well worth it and its not to far from home but not to close either.

Stayed at multiple spots looking to get back again this summer.

Please check out my other reviews. More to come. Happy camping.
Brad B.
Legend
Jun. 17, 2019
Nunns Park
Close to river and in the mountains with a highway close by.
This is a great place to pitch a tent or come up and stay for the day. The only bad part about this camp site is all the highway noise. It is close to the Provo river and there is lots of shade so that is nice. Great place to have a camp fire and cook some S'mores. The bike path is close so bring your long board or bike and go for a ride. This is withing walking distance from Bridal Vail Falls so that is a great day hike and see the falls. Also great fly fishing in the Provo river so do yourself a favor and bring your fishing gear.
Kimberlee W.
Scout
Jun. 22, 2021
Granite Flat (utah)
Quiet, shaded area
Quite area, lot of room. I stayed on site 58 (tent only). Enough room for 2 medium tents. Next/above stream. 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. Full sun from 10am-4pm.
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Anna F.
Scout
Aug. 22, 2023
Strawberry Hideout
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
My family and I love camping and have been building our camping arsenal and experience. This campsite gave us a good time and also helped us realized what we needed to add to our “Need to Buy List: Camping Edition.”

First, the Pros of the visit.

Designated campsite with deck, fireplace and table! Deck was well built, practically brand new and the same with the fire pit. The fire pit is a smokeless one so the smoke would travel through a ventilation built into it.

Has service! We had full bars throughout the campsite. We were even able to watch the Rookie in our tent before bed!

Gas station is just 5 min down the road! Nice little gas station that’s prepared to help you with almost all your needs, including flushable toilets!

Strawberry reservoir is about 15 min from the campsite and there’s plenty to do there! I won’t go in to detail but we spent majority of our day there.

Now the Cons.

The campsite is in the middle of a sketchy RV graveyard! Abandoned buildings and RVs were scattered all over the vista. It was sorta creepy but if you like that kind of thing, go for it!

No shade in sight! No trees or anything to provide shade from 7:30-6ish (the sun goes behind the tent around 6). So bring a canopy or two because we forgot to bring one and were scorched! Also the tent heats up like a sauna with the sun beating on it, even with all the windows down and doors open. So if you’re planning on coming back for a relaxing afternoon nap, good luck with that!

The wind will take your tent if you’re not careful! The wind gusts would be so powerful at times it would almost carry out tent away from us. We had ours on the deck and it was an ample target for the biggest tent-napper out there: the wind. Without a way to put stakes because you’re on the deck, we were exposed. Thankfully they had cinder blocks under the deck we could use but man it was surely a pain in the butt! So come prepared!

Bring bug spray and sun screen! We got burnt so badly and there were ants and ant hills everywhere! I counted at least 5 different ant species crawling around the camp table.

Private property signs everywhere. We wanted to explore around our campsite but due to so many private property and no trespassing signs, we never got to explore around us because we thought we would get shot.

Overall, it was not a bad campsite! I think our experience wasn’t the best but that’s mainly due our unpreparedness and lack of experience. There’s many things to do in Fruitland area and also places where you can enjoy the peace and quiet! I hope our learning experience can benefit anyone interested in go to this campsite! Happy camping!
Mindy W.
Scout
Aug. 7, 2024
Little Mill
Great for short trip
My family of five enjoyed this campground. 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. Downside is it's right next to a busy highway and picnic areas. Although the campsite has quiet hours, the picnic area across the street stayed loud well past quiet hours. The road noise was a lot more than I expected.. especially at night. Definitely bring ear plugs or plan to stay only a nite or two. We planned on staying three nights, but were so exhausted by lack of sleep we left a day early.
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Charles W.
Guide
Sep. 9, 2021
Little Mill
Camp by the creek
I got a site right by the creek. Set up my hammock and listen to the running water.

Only negative is the site is off the main canyon road and there is some traffic noise during the day.
Brad B.
Legend
Jul. 12, 2019
Utah Lake State Park Campground
Lots of trees for shade and lots of bugs.
This is a fun place to stay when you want to go someplace close. There are lots of trees for the summer months and lots of shade. There are a couple good beaches. This is Utah's biggest fresh water lake. There are lots, and lot of bug so bring bug spray.

Awesome mountain views. Good fishing in the Provo river or lake fishing. You can build a fire and get firewood from camp host. There is full hook ups and also spots for a tent. Most spots have a pavilion and nice tables. Great bathrooms with running water. I can't remember which spot we stayed at but they are were really nice.
Joshua J.
Scout
Jul. 9, 2017
Uinta National Forest Blackhawk Campground
If I were to go back...
I would reserve a spot ahead of time, avoiding any site in loop 'E'. That loop is for those planning to camp with horses. There are hitching posts at every site, therefore, lots of horse poo. And not the best place to take a dog because of all the horses in the area.

The camp host at loop 'E' and 'D' is very nice, and is willing to split up group areas to individuals who have no where else to set up camp. If you do this, expect to get to know new people as you will share a fire pit and eating area.

The fee to camp for one night is $20, but that includes access to any of the Payson lakes, which is $8 for day use.

We didn't go on any hikes during our stay, as we bummed at the beautiful lakes (only the middle of the three lakes is dog friendly) all day. However, there is plenty of hiking in the area.

Very hot. Around 90 degrees. Wake up and get breakfast early. Then enjoy the water in the heat!

P.S. 3 stars due to the fact that I had to camp in horse crap.
J
Jenny W.
Traveler
Aug. 1, 2016
Spruces - Big Cottonwood
Great camping spot close to SLC
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 office the next day. Fire pits and restrooms are near campsites, but note that the gate closes late at night so expect to walk from the road if you show up too late. More of a loud, lively site than a quiet spot in the wilderness. A fun place for camping and making s'mores with friends.