RV campgrounds near Grantsville, Utah provide convenient access to both natural attractions and urban amenities. Located approximately 30 miles west of Salt Lake City at an elevation of 4,300 feet, the area experiences hot summers and cold winters with typical high desert climate patterns. Camping options range from basic gravel sites to developed RV parks with concrete pads within driving distance of Grantsville.
What to do
Trail access: From Riverside RV Resort, campers can reach the Weber River via walking paths. "There's a walking trail that runs along the Weber river and a dog run on the eastern part of the property. Even though this campground was tight & busy, it was incredibly quiet and peaceful," notes reviewer Rara B.
Fishing opportunities: Nearby water features allow for fishing excursions during your stay. "Just South of Ogden with all your city amenities but tucked away in a quiet river setting. Lots of space, Full hookups and nice landscaping. No River view but you can go fishing or they say you can tube or wade in it," reports Barb N. about Riverside RV Resort.
Great Salt Lake swimming: Experience the unique buoyancy of the salt lake water at Great Salt Lake State Park Campground. "We stayed here for a night in August and it was just a magical evening - from watching the buffalo herds in the distance, to taking a dip in the Great Salt Lake, to the vibrant sunset and then a wild lightning storm," shares Angela C.
What campers like
Close proximity to attractions: Pony Express RV Resort offers convenient access to outdoor trails. "Convenient location right off the highway with full hook ups and nice paved sites. Dog areas, playground, games, and a pool. Easy access to the Jordan River Trail for running, biking, or sunset walks," according to cheriana G.
Lakeside camping: Visitors appreciate the waterfront access at Lakeside RV Campground. "We were able to walk to Utah Lake via the state park and even found an interesting collection of old gas station signs, pumps and other road-memorabilia along the way! Really enjoyed our brief stay!" writes Mark C.
Spacious sites: Some Grantsville area campgrounds offer more room between sites than others. "Our South Dakota family surprised us with a visit here and though MANY places were booked this weekend we got a last minute spot across from our family—this place is very accommodating!" shares Rara B. about Valley View RV Resort.
What you should know
Site spacing considerations: RV campgrounds vary significantly in spacing between units. "The sites, streets, and pads, all in excellent condition. Everything looks new," says Patrick J. about Riverside RV Resort, while another camper notes about Mountain Shadows RV Park: "Challenging back-in for our 30' ft travel trailer. Very cramped spot. Fortunately, we arrived before neighbors on both side did."
Environmental factors: Some campgrounds experience noise issues from transportation corridors. "There is a lot of noise from the interstate and the nearby Air Force base. The only issue we had was that the street lights in the resort were super bright at night," reports Brian about Riverside RV Resort.
Cleanliness standards: Maintenance varies between campgrounds. "The staff clearly take pride in keeping the park clean for everyone," notes Teresa A. about Mountain Shadows RV Park, while a different visitor mentioned: "wife said women's restroom was dirty, mens wasn't bad but the restrooms smelled like pot."
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Park City RV Resort offers water recreation options. "Hot tub! POOL! This place is amazing. I recommend the lower spots, G and H or tent campsites as they are farther from the road. There's a nice creek down there and still close bathrooms with shower," writes Alice V.
Playground availability: Some RV parks provide designated play areas for children. "Cute RV park close to lake Utah...They have men's and women's restrooms with showers. They also have a pool for the warmer months. There are 2 small dog parks one for large and one for small dogs," reports Erin A. about Lakeside RV Campground.
Level site importance: Request level sites when traveling with children. "The RV sites are pretty close together, but there are spaces with shade trees. We went in August 2020 and there were so many bugs. The campground is located right off the main road that takes you to Utah Lake so there can be a lot of traffic going down the road," shares Steven M. about Lakeside RV Campground.
Tips from RVers
Extended stay considerations: Some RV parks near Grantsville accommodate long-term visitors better than others. "It has a lot of amenities, clean facilities, and concrete pads. The sites are pretty close together so if you like your space, this probably isn't the best place. You can't burn firewood but you can have a propane fire pit," notes Nicole B. about Pony Express RV Resort.
Seasonal pricing fluctuations: Off-season stays may offer better value. "Kind of pricy for what it is. We paid almost $50 for full hook ups on the second level. A back in site really close to two other RVs on dirt/rocks. But even though it's right off the highway it was reasonably quiet," reports Courtney about Park City RV Resort.
Utility reliability: Full hookup quality varies between properties. "Friendly staff nice level sites pull through FHU grassy spot between sites," notes Robert O. about Lakeside RV Campground, while Mountain Shadows visitor Abner H. shares: "Selected a partial hookup (water/electric) site instead for $45/night. There is a dump station and dumpsters available and propane fill station as well."
