Best Campgrounds near Echo, UT

Echo, Utah provides camping access along the shores of Echo Reservoir with multiple established campgrounds and RV parks. Dry Hollow Campground within Echo State Park offers lakeside sites with covered pavilions and fire rings, while Holiday Hills RV Park and Echo Island RV Resort accommodate tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin stays. The region includes both water-adjacent sites with reservoir views and more secluded options within a short drive of Interstate 80.

The camping season near Echo peaks from late spring through early fall, with most facilities offering full services from May through September. Electric hookups and water connections are available at many developed sites, though amenities vary significantly between locations. Echo State Park campgrounds feature level sites with concrete pads, shade structures, and fire rings, while some nearby areas offer more basic accommodations. Road access is generally good with paved approaches to major campgrounds and proximity to town services in Coalville. "Very clean campground. Each site has a cement pad, water, electric, and a shelter which is great when it is 90 out with clear skies," noted one visitor about Dry Hollow Campground.

Campers consistently mention the peaceful atmosphere and clean facilities at Echo State Park sites, with several reviews highlighting the quality of the waterfront camping experience. The reservoir provides opportunities for fishing, paddling, and swimming during summer months. Weber Crossing Campground receives mixed reviews, with some visitors appreciating its convenience for overnight stays while others note proximity to highway noise. Several campgrounds in the area feature partial or full hookups for RVs, making the region suitable for travelers seeking both convenience and natural settings. As one camper observed about Dry Hollow: "Sites are all RV sites with covered picnic tables on concrete patios with electric and water. The campground is a little close to a road, so you can hear it, but it's still pretty peaceful."

Best Camping Sites Near Echo, Utah (247)

    1. Echo Island RV Resort

    23 Reviews
    Coalville, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 903-9265

    $50 - $300 / night

    "The sites are spacious, well placed with lovely views all around. I had a small river behind me. There’s a large pool and plenty of play areas. As large as Echo Island is, it’s surprisingly peaceful."

    "Really fun place in Utah. This was my dogs favorite campground so far. They have so much room to walk, and plenty of wildlife around to keep them interested."

    2. Dry Hollow Campground — Echo State Park

    11 Reviews
    Coalville, UT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 336-9894

    $40 - $300 / night

    "Echo Campground has a very peaceful and quiet atmosphere. We have always loved our stay at Echo Campground in Utah. The sites are very clean and the camp hosts are very accommodating."

    "This is a new campground at Echo Reservoir. The sites are wonderful. Each site appears to be level, with shade over the picnic table."

    3. Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

    11 Reviews
    Echo, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 829-6866

    $40 - $200 / night

    "The outside of the loop at Dixie C.G. is electric and water only. The inside of the loop has full hook-ups. 

     All sites have long, sturdy metal tables and a metal cover over a concrete pad."

    "Close to Favis and Weber counties, this is a great place for 1 or 2 night stays. We usually stay here every spring. The campground is a short walk to the "beach.""

    4. Twin Coves — Rockport State Park

    15 Reviews
    Wanship, UT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 336-2241

    $35 / night

    "Rockport State park in Utah, at the Crandall Cove sites. Sites are well kept, the reservoir is really low. Hiking is nice. Bike trails are well kept."

    "We always pick a spot near the water and each spot seems to be a good distance away from where others are camping - which is nice."

    5. Holiday Hills RV Park

    6 Reviews
    Coalville, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 336-4421

    "It is conveniently located off the highway and has a gas station accessible for even the biggest RVs. The staff is super helpful and very welcoming."

    "Babbling Brook nearby, host were very friendly and hard working. Hot showers."

    6. Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park

    7 Reviews
    Wanship, UT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 829-6866

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Great view of lake and  can walk down to swimming area . Great fishing,  especially if you know where to go."

    "Nice paved paths for our kiddos to right their scooters and fun water activities available to the kids for free (water bounce house etc)."

    7. Weber Crossing Campground

    5 Reviews
    Echo, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 659-4668

    $25 / night

    "There is a stream nearby with walking access. My littlest one walked around without shoes and was okay for grass and weeds to soften his feet. Another note is that this should be generator free."

    "Only problem was that you could hear the highway. Still a good experience and would go again."

    8. Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park

    38 Reviews
    Park City, UT
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 649-9540

    $35 - $50 / night

    "This isn't the prettiest lake. It is nice and big, but since it is one of the closest to Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley, it gets a lot of traffic."

    "We stayed at the "McHenry" campground in a spot right next to a creek. The traffic noise was a bit prevalent during the day because it's close to the highway. Great tent pad."

    9. Spruces - Big Cottonwood

    33 Reviews
    Mounthaven, UT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $29 - $346 / night

    "Bathrooms always close by, no showers. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit. If you’re lucky, you can get a site close to the creek. Nice, cool nights in the summer."

    "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"

    10. Bountiful Peak Campground

    12 Reviews
    Centerville, UT
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $15 - $110 / night

    "The sites have plenty of room, tons of shade and easy access to bathrooms."

    "They are a little close to each other but nice and clean."

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Recent Reviews near Echo, UT

1286 Reviews of 247 Echo Campgrounds


  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 15, 2025

    Echo Island RV Resort

    Great Nite Stay

    Clean, paved shady sites with full hookups. Lots of fun things for kids to do. Friendly staff. Pristine property. The only reason I couldn’t give 5 stars is due to the highway noise, but that made it convenient.

  • a
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Willow Park Campground

    Easy to get to, next to River

    We were able to get a spot next to the Jordan River under a beautiful tree. We brought our 16ft camper and didn’t need to back it in or anything. Spot was decently clean except for a leftover watermelon (which the kids gave to a family of ducks that visited the next morning.)

    Nighttime was quiet after about 10pm. Crickets and some frogs serenaded most of the night. No neighbors on a Thursday night.

    Stunning sunrise—perfect views of Mt. Timp.

  • James B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park

    Beautiful spot for overnight

    Stopped here for a scenic spot to relax for the day and overnight.
    Nice level asphalt spots. Beautiful view of the lake. Saw bison and antelope driving in the park

  • Janelle K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Middle Fork Conservation Area

    Great spot!

    My family and I were driving through and needed a place to stay for the night. We camped the first night that lot camping was allowed (9/10) so it was quiet and peaceful. It is down a dirt road in a valley surrounded by cattle and deer and elk. Beautiful sunset and moonrise. A local ranger came by to chat and told us it can get busy with local homeless people and drug users, just FYI. But overall we felt completely safe and our neighbors were nice and friendly!

  • Allisson G.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Uinta National Forest Hope Campground

    Great views, lots of Yellowjacket’s

    The yellowjackets were pretty annoying to deal with until after dusk and they’re right back out as soon as it’s light. My husband and I camped at an overlook spot about a mile north of this campground and it was an amazing view, little car activity but lots of yellowjackets. I’d recommend bringing a trap and wear peppermint essential oil to deter

  • Roman P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Chokecherry Campground — Deer Creek State Park

    Dead Deer Creek

    A nice camp. 30 $ for a tent is a bit more than usual, but they have nice showers :) Selected this so I can swim in the lake, but it is not allowed due HAB...

  • Peter H.
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Sun Outdoors North Salt Lake

    Big crowded TV park

    It really depends on what you are looking for, if you to be in the city and don’t mind confined campgrounds then this is for you. Showers, laundry, pool, hot tub and store.

  • Cole A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Pony Express RV Resort

    Nice compact

    Like others have said…if you want space to spread out this is not the place for you.

    If you’re looking for a place that is convenient, full hook up, level concrete pads, subdivision desperate house wife’s camping addition this is the place to be!

    100.00 per night is high, in my opinion. For one adult and a cocker who doesn’t make a sound. Rare I know.

    Like many other places who advertise free wifi might as well plan on using your phone or star link or whatever you may have.

    If I planned on staying for a few months I would consider staying here. Only if they had a hefty monthly discounted rate. I think the state parks would be a better option for a one or two night stay.

  • Adam  B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Mount Timpanogos Campground

    It’s like a little Switzerland

    Very quiet, sites are pretty level. Currently the vault toilets are closed but they have portable toilets available that appear to be cleaned every 3 days. Host Sara is very nice. Cell service Verizon and att is decent. Road up is steep but smooth. Lots of cars parked on the road near the campsite makes for difficult driving around on tight roads in our 26.5 foot RV but we were able to do it. Mountains are very beautiful up here. As always people don’t seem to understand the concept of pack it in pack it out so there is some trash but much better than most other sites. We always end up having to pick up after others because most people just don’t seem to care and figure someone else will do it for them. Keep it Better than you found it.


Guide to Echo

Echo, Utah offers camping options at elevations around 5,500 feet with multiple reservoir-adjacent sites. Water levels at Echo Reservoir fluctuate seasonally, with camping areas situated on both developed RV sites and more basic tent locations. Access to camping near Echo typically requires navigating from Interstate 80 to local roads that connect to established campgrounds and RV parks.

What to do

Fishing at Echo State Park: Dry Hollow Campground provides direct access to fishing opportunities. "I would return to this location simply to fish the reservoir more," notes Nicholas R., who stayed at Dry Hollow Campground.

River floating at Echo Island: The campground offers proximity to a small river ideal for kayaking. "It's fun to bring kayaks and float the river. The people who manage the campground have done a wonderful job," shares Jake V. from Echo Island RV Resort.

Biking on rail trails: Some campgrounds connect to historic rail trails for cycling. "Next to historic union pacific rail trail for hiking and biking (many goatheads so plan accordingly- tubeless?) Runs from dam to Park City about 28mi," advises Mark F. who visited Dry Hollow Campground.

What campers like

Water recreation facilities: Echo Island RV Resort offers multiple swimming options beyond the reservoir. "They had a small pond for kids to fish in, two swimming pools and two hot tubs, very clean and modern facilities, well maintained campsites with fire pit," shares Carlee G. from Echo Island RV Resort.

Sheltered sites with concrete pads: The covered areas at campsites provide relief from sun exposure. "Sites are all RV sites with covered picnic tables on concrete patios with electric and water," notes Caitlyn R. about her stay at Dry Hollow Campground.

Riverside camping options: Some sites offer direct creek or river proximity. "This site was very big & the creek surrounded on two sides. It even had 2 picnic tables. When we were here, this part of the campground was empty across from us & site beside us was empty which we loved," reports Tisha B. about her experience at Echo Island RV Resort.

What you should know

Proximity to highway noise: Several campgrounds are located near Interstate 80. "The campground is a little close to a road, so you can hear it, but it's still pretty peaceful," mentions Caitlyn R. about Dry Hollow Campground.

Seasonal water levels affect access: Reservoir water levels impact campsite quality. "When the water level is higher, the lakefront sites will be awesome," notes Zach R. about Dry Hollow Campground.

Nighttime temperatures fluctuate: Even summer evenings can be cool due to elevation. "It was nice get away from Ogden," notes Kellie M. about camping at Dry Hollow Campground, with temperature changes being a notable feature of mountain camping.

Last-minute availability varies by season: Some campgrounds can accommodate spontaneous stays during off-peak periods. "Reserved a few hours before arriving on a Sunday in June and there were plenty of spots. Camp host was super nice when we arrived," reports Mike A. about his experience at Echo Island RV Resort.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Echo State Park?

Camping fees at Echo State Park typically range from $20-25 per night for standard sites. For more amenities, Holiday Hills RV Park near Coalville offers full-service sites at approximately $35-45 per night. Rates generally increase for holiday weekends and peak summer months. Most sites at Echo State Park are reservable, with a reservation fee of $8-10 in addition to the camping fee. Some first-come, first-served sites may be available during off-peak times, but reservations are recommended during summer months.

What are the camping options at Echo State Park in Utah?

Echo State Park offers both tent and RV camping options. Dry Hollow Campground — Echo State Park provides clean sites with a peaceful atmosphere and accommodating camp hosts. Additionally, nearby Echo Island RV Resort offers spacious RV sites with full hookups, some with river views. The park's location near Echo Reservoir makes it popular for water-based recreation, and campers appreciate the quiet environment away from urban areas.

When is the best season to stay at Echo Resort in Utah?

The best time to visit Echo Resort in Utah is late spring through early fall (May-September). Summer (June-August) offers warm days perfect for water activities, though this is also the busiest period. Mountain Valley RV Resort in nearby Heber City confirms that late spring and early fall provide more moderate temperatures and fewer crowds while still allowing for enjoyable outdoor recreation. Fall brings beautiful foliage colors to the surrounding mountains. Winter camping is limited due to cold temperatures, though some year-round facilities are available for cold-weather enthusiasts.

What activities are available near Echo Reservoir for campers?

Echo Reservoir offers excellent water recreation including boating, fishing, swimming, and paddleboarding. The reservoir is known for rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, and perch fishing. Nearby, Anderson Cove provides beach access for swimming and water activities. For hiking enthusiasts, the surrounding Wasatch Mountains offer numerous trails with stunning views. Mountain biking is popular on nearby trails, and the area has several scenic drives. Winter visitors can enjoy ice fishing when the reservoir freezes, and nearby ski resorts are within a short drive.