Pet friendly camping near Farr West, Utah offers access to both freshwater recreation and mountain terrain within a 20-mile radius. Most campgrounds in this area sit between 4,200-5,500 feet elevation, with summer temperatures averaging 85-95°F during peak season. Mosquito activity intensifies near Willard Bay from June through August when water levels fluctuate.
What to do
Hike to waterfalls: North Fork County Park features a hidden waterfall trail accessible directly from the campground. "There's a hidden waterfall you can hike too, and a river runs through the park. It's a must!" notes Debbie P. about North Fork County Park.
Fish from shorelines: Willard Bay provides freshwater fishing opportunities with beach access points at multiple locations. "There was a lot of space to be spread out from others. The beach is so large and it's easy to camp out," writes Whitney K. about Anderson Cove.
Wildlife viewing: Antelope Island offers opportunities to see free-roaming bison and other wildlife. "The bison are free grazing all around and a few came right up to our campground in the early morning! There is a ranch on the far side of the island (Fielding Garr Ranch) which is adorable and definitely worth a visit," shares Steven M.
What campers like
Mountain backdrops: Many campsites offer views of the Wasatch mountains. "Location at the foot of the mountain provides amazing views and panoramic vistas. The staff is amazing and polite and helpful," says Robert S. about Brigham City-Perry South KOA.
Quiet weekday camping: Several campgrounds report significantly different experiences between weekend and weekday visits. "Gets extremely busy on weekends but nice and quiet on the weekdays. Checked in on a Wednesday afternoon for FCFS site. Plenty open," reports Kristen W. about Willard Bay.
Well-maintained facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are frequently mentioned in positive reviews. "Very clean and well maintained! We loved that we could bring the jet skis right over to the beach at the campground and also that they have a dog beach," shares Barb D. about Anderson Cove campground.
What you should know
Highway and railroad noise: Interstate proximity affects sleep quality at several campgrounds. "It is a huge campground that sits on the south side of Pineview Reservoir... The first [Forest Service Campground] you'll encounter heading up Ogden Canyon and the only major campground on the south side of Pineview," explains Alan B. about Anderson Cove.
Seasonal insect populations: Biting gnats and mosquitoes can be overwhelming during warmer months. "Lovely scenery, water is currently off so no showers but has a clean pit toilet. Only downside was the no see um flys you can't for a walk without getting swarmed by them and bitten. Best to visit in the autumn when the flys have gone," advises Georgia L.
Limited shade: Many sites lack tree coverage, making summer camping challenging. "There isn't really any outside space, unless you want to squeeze some chairs next to your neighbor's sewer hookup. That being said, the facilities are great and the folks running the place are really friendly and helpful," notes Jen R.
Tips for camping with families
Choose sites with playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. "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," shares Kristan J. about KOA facilities.
Look for beaches with gentle water access: Willard Bay offers family-friendly swimming areas. "The sand is soft and fun for the kids to build sand castles. We also enjoyed the small waves while on the beach," writes Whitney K.
Consider site spacing for privacy: North Fork County Park provides more spacious camping areas. "Each of the sites seem to have plenty of space for any time of camping you do, and are well tended in between seasons and visitors. And even with the ample size of each site, you don't feel like you're in your neighbor's lap," explains Dave D.
Tips from RVers
Arrive mid-week for better site selection: First-come, first-served campgrounds fill quickly on weekends. "They assign spots when u arrive without u looking at the spots. Then if u don't like the spot they give u a lot of trouble to change it," warns Jess T. about one campground's reservation system.
Book concrete pads for easier leveling: Century RV Park offers both concrete and gravel sites. "Concrete pads were nice, but were a couple dollars more than gravel sites. Checkin was quick and easy," notes Rachel H.
Check hookup positions before selecting sites: Some campgrounds have awkwardly positioned utility connections. "The utilities were in the perfect position for an RV towing a car. The front desk was super friendly and gives popcorn every day," shares Sandra V. about Century RV Park's layout.
