RV camping near Fayette, Utah offers travelers direct access to central Utah's high elevation terrain, with most campgrounds situated between 4,800-5,500 feet. Temperatures fluctuate dramatically between seasons, with summer highs reaching 90°F and winter lows often below freezing. Cell service varies between carriers, with campgrounds in valleys typically offering stronger connectivity than those in canyon locations.
What to do
ATV trail access: Monroe Canyon RV Park provides direct trail access for off-road enthusiasts. "This campground is an ATVers heaven as you can drive your ATV directly from the campground to the trails," notes one visitor at Monroe Canyon RV Park. Most weekends see the campground "filling up quickly and just about everyone had an ATV in tow."
Fishing opportunities: The Sevier River offers trout fishing directly from several campgrounds. A camper caught "5 brown trout all 10-12 inches" during their stay. Some RV parks maintain stocked ponds with various waterfowl adding to the experience.
Local history exploration: The area contains significant pioneer history sites. "Just 8 miles from the amazing little Fairview museum where we learned about the Mormon pioneers who settled here," shared one camper at Manti - La Sal KOA, noting the connection to early settlers.
Mountain recreation: The surrounding mountain ranges provide hiking and seasonal recreation. "Fremont Indian State Park is nearby. We found this to be a very interesting park to see petroglyphs and rock art, along with some examination of cultures and explorers," one visitor mentioned. "There is also easy access to hundreds of miles of off-road trails and hiking trails."
What campers like
Mountain views: The elevated terrain creates panoramic vistas from many campsites. "Sitting outside having a BBQ watching hang-gliders over the closest mountain range is a great way to end the day," reports a visitor to Sevier River RV Park. Another notes the "spectacular 360° view of the mountains" as a standout feature.
Clean facilities: Recent renovations at several parks have improved amenity quality. "Loved the clean and renovated bathrooms and showers! The most reasonably priced campground in the area," writes one camper. Another mentions "immaculate restroom/showers and an excellent laundry facility."
Spacious sites: Several campgrounds feature above-average site dimensions. At Rollin Home RV Park, a visitor appreciated the "wide and long pull throughs were asphalt, more than enough room." Another camper noted sites that are "large pull through, gravel sites with full hook ups" with sufficient space for large rigs and tow vehicles.
Local hospitality: The small-town atmosphere extends to campground management. "Danny the owner, was great. Could not have asked for more. He started us right out with a five dollar per day discount," shared one guest. Another mentioned, "We had been on the road for a while and booked a spot a few hours before we arrived. They took great care of us."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Weather conditions vary dramatically by season. "Summer temperatures can reach 90+ degrees, while winter visitors should expect freezing temperatures overnight," notes one camper. Another recommends checking winter services: "We stayed here two nights in our class C while slowly making our way across the country."
Limited services in small towns: The rural location means planning ahead for supplies. "Fillmore has a Best Western with a golf course, a few gas stations and a Carls Jr," explains one RVer at Wagons West RV Campground. Most campgrounds are 15-30 minutes from grocery stores.
GPS navigation challenges: Several campers report navigation difficulties. "Our Garmin RV890 had us coming in from the South end of Four Mile rd.... only it completely missed the turn ONTO Four Mile (it's just past the refinery)," cautions one traveler. Another advised: "The road has no street sign, no rv park sign etc & said we were still 2m to the turn."
Water pressure variations: Inconsistent water systems affect some facilities. "Water pressure high, use regulator," advises one camper. Another mentioned "if someone is doing laundry, we have to wait until they are done with laundry" to get hot water for showers.
Tips for camping with families
Animal encounters: Several parks feature resident farm animals. "The office provided food so our 3-year-old granddaughter could feed those birds," shared a visitor to Jones High Country RV Park. "There is an enclosure containing chickens and turkeys" at another park, offering informal entertainment for children.
Swimming options: Limited pools are available during summer months. "Great swimming pool. Beautiful camp sites. Easy to find. Quick drive to small town eats and even a drive inn movie theater," notes one family camper. Community pools in nearby towns supplement limited campground options.
Budget-friendly alternatives: Price-conscious families can find economical options. "Only $25 a night for Good Sam Members, $150 for a week," reports one camper. Another found a tent site for just "$15 for a tent site sounded good to us, we were exhausted."
Safety considerations: Some locations are better suited for families than others. "This is in the back of the Loves Travel Center. It has 2 super nice dog parks that are fenced in. It is loud since it's in a gas station parking lot," warns a camper at Love's RV Hookup-Fillmore, suggesting it may not be ideal for extended family stays.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: RV sites vary significantly in quality. "The pullthroughs by the office, the road to get to them has a tight right turn & is narrow. If you're a triple axle, or over 40' you might want to look at the Pull-throughs in the 2nd section," advises one RVer.
Reservation timing: Campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. "The campground is normally at capacity with long termers but was able to give us a spot for the night," notes one last-minute arrival. Weekend availability is particularly limited at parks with trail access.
Overnight convenience stops: Several locations cater specifically to travelers passing through. "This was a super easy on and off, clean, new, nice amenities, not very crowded and right at the gas stations," explains a traveler at Love's RV locations.
Electrical capacity awareness: Verify amperage before booking during temperature extremes. "Spots were full but they let us park in the parking lot for the night and gave us full access to showers and laundry," reports one RVer who found creative solutions when standard sites were unavailable.
