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Camping options near Hooper, Utah primarily center around Antelope Island State Park, which offers several distinct campgrounds including Bridger Bay, Ladyfinger, and White Rock Bay. The island provides a range of accommodation types from tent sites to RV hookups, with some locations offering cabin camping. Several campgrounds feature amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, while others include electric hookups and water access. Antelope Island serves as the main camping destination in this region, situated approximately 15 miles northwest of Hooper across the Great Salt Lake causeway.
Seasonal considerations heavily influence the camping experience at Antelope Island, with insects presenting a significant challenge during warmer months. Campers should prepare for variable weather conditions, including strong winds that sweep across the open landscape and extreme temperature fluctuations throughout the year. Most campgrounds remain accessible via paved roads, though limited tree cover means minimal shade during summer months. The state park requires entrance fees in addition to camping fees, and the causeway gates close at specific hours, affecting late arrivals and departures. A visitor noted, "We stayed at Bridger Bay in late March. I don't think I'd go much later in the year. There's no trees so not much in the way of shade."
Wildlife viewing represents a primary draw for campers in this region, with free-roaming bison, pronghorn antelope, and diverse bird species frequently spotted throughout the island. Sunset views across the Great Salt Lake consistently receive positive mentions in visitor reviews, with several campers describing the experience as spectacular. The night sky viewing conditions can be exceptional, particularly during meteor showers or astronomical events. Winter camping provides relief from summer insects, with one camper reporting, "We are partial to winter due to the absolute lack of bugs and stunning contrast of the bison on fresh snow." The island's unique ecosystem creates a distinctive camping environment unlike others in northern Utah, though campers should be prepared for persistent biting insects if visiting during late spring through summer.
"One of our favorite state parks in Utah is only~45 minutes away from Salt Lake City! There are bison, antelope, deer, and many other animals that call this island home."
"By far one of my favorite stops through Utah ❤️ absolutely breathtaking views, along with scenic routes to see wildlife such as the bison."
from $30 - $200 / night
Check Availability"The campgrounds were very open with not many trees but a great view of the lake. We saw fox that came right up to our tent and lots of bison close by. Quiet place."
"A little buggy on the trails nearby, but no issues near the campsite. There were awnings for the picnic tables which was great, and it was a short walk to the Great Salt Lake!"
from $40 - $180 / night
Check Availability"The first is Bridger Bay which is basically Utah's Mad Max campground. If you don't own an RV why would you even? The second is Lady Finger with 5 walk in sites."
"There’s 2 or 3 loops in the state park, we got one of the walk up sites on a Friday night. $20 and includes entrance fee, you check in at the guard station at the entrance and they said park gates close"
from $20 / night
Check Availability"This was a stop on the pony express and there are ruins nearby. A band of mustangs sometimes frequents the spring across the road. Be aware there are rattle snakes."
"You can occasionally see the Army practicing out in the distance which is pretty cool as well. We use Xfinity Mobile which is on the Verizon network and had no cell service at the campground. "
from $15 - $65 / night
Check Availability"River and walking trail just steps away from all sites. Would be nice if the dog park was finished. There are other amenities that are planned to be available, but are not available yet."
"There is a dog park area and access to a trail which runs along the river. There is a lot of noise from the interstate and the nearby Air Force base."
from $59 - $74 / night
Check Availability"This was a nice spot tucked away from the interstate but not super far. Clean restrooms, nice staff. Stayed here twice on our trip to Moab. Plan on staying again on other trips to southern Utah"
"They have a lot of orchards near and fresh fruit stand close by which would be great in summer but in the fall it made the area buggy. Easy to get in and out of. Level sites and a quiet area."
"The utilities were in the perfect position for an RV towing a car. The front desk was super friendly and gives popcorn every day. Very walkable park and safe."
"Our biggest complaint about this park was the minimal distance between sites. It does have close proximity to a lot of what Ogden offers."
"It’s a little exposed but love the easy in easy out and access to the bike path and nearby splash pad"
"Located just inside east gate. Visitors are required to get a pass prior to entry. Camp is adjacent to a park and a busy road. Bathrooms were adequate. We dry camped on a gravel lot."
from $20 - $35 / night
Check Availability"He says no, he was going to stay the night, but there’s a herd of Bison that are currently crossing the trail and he didn’t want to wait."
"Good hiking trails with great views and lots if animals to see."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"The Salt Lake City KOA Holiday manages to pull it off perfectly. This campground is absolutely huge, serving as a massive, welcoming hub for travelers right in the heart of Utah's capital."
"I had the wonderful opportunity to stay the night at Salt Lake City KOA!"
from $50 - $189 / night
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GuideI didn't realize that this is also a family fun park when I reserved the site. It is all an extra fee, but you will get a discount if you're camping. 50 amp Sites are asphalt and the rest are dirt and grass. Sites are a little tight but they did try to leave spaces between if possible.
GuideImmaculate park. 2 dog parks, Laundry, shower, playground, indoor and outdoor kitchens, workout center, board games, dog wash, store, EV charging stations and so much more. Level concrete pads and table at every site. Mostly pull throughs, and premium sites which include your own gas grill, outdoor table and chairs. I'm sure I'm missing something, but this was worth the $71 a night for back in site to me.
ScoutThis is a good stop over place. It has a pool, store and some outside games. No shade at all and no space between sites but the staff is excellent
GuideThe whole family loved this spot! My son loved the pool and the playground. The lady that helped us check in a spot last minute was soo nice! We arrived almost at closing time and she kept the pool open for us to enjoy! Very accommodating and kind. They even have a kitchen that serves food so we didn’t have to worry about cooking food! They also have unlimited pancakes, cereal, and coffee in the morning. The spot was just far enough in from the main road that it was quiet. The showers and bathrooms were clean. Had a great fire and a wonderful stay!
GuideThis place has many amenities to get away for a few days or until you feel like leaving. There is a swimming pool, hot tub, adventure canopy with zipline, treetop trampoline, and obstacle course. There's many other amenities that haven't been mentioned. This place is great for kids to get the energy out while parents can relax and watch them have fun. This is the second summer we have come here and hope to make it a long standing tradition.
GuideGot here thinking I was going to have to do a back-in, instead they gave us a pullthru☆☆☆☆☆. The roads and sites are asphalted, don't know about the rest but pullthru sites have two each electric post, water hydrants, and sewer ports. One set towards the rear of site other about midway. Mowed grass in-between sites and not crowded. Shade is kinda short supply. This place is in My list stop here anytime. Wife dealt with the people on sign in and Sunday Afternoon, came back to Rig in a good mood so with that I'd say they were friendly. If Your hot there is a river that adjoins the Park.
TravelerAt an elevation of 8,950 ft, days are cool here, and the nights are even cooler. We were here in mid-July, and all the mountain flowers were in mid-bloom.
The campsites on the west side of the campground are the best (Loops A, B, and C). The sites on that side are well-spaced with lots of spruce and aspen trees between, and boast an amazing mountain garden of flowering plants that provide a beautiful privacy screen.
The vault toilets throughout the campground are clean and well-stocked, and even have garbage cans. There are water spigots at all of the toilets, and all of them were turned on when we were there. There are no RV water hookups, though.
Our favorite section is Loop C (Sites 15, 16, and 17). We stayed at Site 15, which worked well for our campervan, but the drive-through in which we parked our van would've been a little too steep if we hadn't had leveling blocks. Site 16 just up the road is very level. It also offers better options for pitching a tent compared to Site 15.
On the other side of Loop C, the only other campsite on the loop (# 17) provides excellent spots for tents, and is nicely secluded. The parking spot for Site 17 is pretty steep though, and there really isn't enough room for anything other than a short trailer.
As is normal for mid-July in the Wasatch, the mosquitos were out in full force. We had to douse ourselves in bug spray, and we still got more than just a few bites. The camp host (Michael) told me that normally they would have already sprayed for female mosquitos (i.e., the ones that bite), but budget cuts to the Forest Service have reduced the mosquito-abatement team to just one person, and this person is now the sole individual performing spraying for 88 different campgrounds in northern Utah.
There aren't a lot of hiking opportunities in the area other than an ATV trail that runs near the campground, but we were content just to chill in the cool mountain air and to stargaze at night.
TravelerThis is a great area to camp
TravelerGreat camp spot and right next to lagoon
Camping sites near Hooper, Utah center around Antelope Island State Park, located in the Great Salt Lake at an elevation of 4,300 feet. The island's landscape consists of arid grasslands with limited tree cover and experiences temperature ranges from below freezing in winter to over 100°F in summer. Access to most camping areas requires crossing the 7-mile causeway which connects the mainland to the island.
Waterfall hiking: 2 miles round trip from North Fork County Park campgrounds to a scenic cascade. "There's a short waterfall hike, but also a long hike that will take you up to Ben Lomond Peak & cut across to Willard Peak. Go when there's no smoke and you'll have breathtaking views (I'd say May & June are your best bet)," notes a camper at North Fork County Park.
Mountain biking: Multiple trail systems available on Antelope Island and nearby areas. "We stayed at campsite 6 which was great, but they were all really nice. Excellent mountain bike trails also. Can't wait to go back and ride more of them," reports a visitor to North Fork Park.
Wildlife viewing: Early morning best for spotting pronghorn antelope and free-roaming bison. "We saw fox that came right up to our tent and lots of bison close by," shares a camper who stayed at White Rock Bay Campground.
Winter camping: December through February offers significantly reduced insects and unique landscape views. "We traveled to Utah from California for our annual Christmas camping adventure. This was our first spot, and it was a wonderful place to start. We don't have to worry about the bugs, being it's December," writes a camper at Bridger Bay Campground.
Sunrise and sunset photography: Early morning and evening provide optimal lighting conditions. "This place had the most amazing sunset. It was cool to drive around and see the wildlife," notes another Bridger Bay camper.
Night sky observation: New moon periods offer optimal stargazing conditions away from city lights. "I've never seen so many shooting stars before. The sites were plenty big, each had a fire pit and picnic table and were close to legit toilets," reports a visitor to North Fork Park.
Biting insects: Severe May through August throughout Antelope Island. "It's hard to walk or bike because the bugs are so bad. I don't just mean the odd bite, I mean coated in biting gnats as soon as you go outside your vehicle," warns a recent visitor to Bridger Bay Campground.
Limited water and facilities: Variable availability at Antelope Island campgrounds. "At the time of our visit, the park was rebuilding its visitor center. This meant there is currently no running water so no toilets other than pit and no showers," reports a Bridger Bay camper.
Wind conditions: Strong gusts common especially in open areas with little protection. "We stayed in one of a small handful of tent sites. Bathrooms are clean and there are two showers. We never did meet any staff, nor residents. It was very pretty... Until the wind hit. I have never encountered such winds! Had to chase everything!" shares a visitor to Split Rock Bay Backcountry Campsites.
Site selection: Reservations recommended for sites with shade or creek access. "Spent a weekend camping with friends. Got lucky and lined up the three spots in a row right by the creek (last three before the trail up to the falls)," notes a camper from North Fork County Park.
Water activities: Non-swimming options are better for families given lake conditions. "The landscape is beautiful but I cannot stress to you enough the amount of biting gnats there were. It was unbearable for us and bug spray didn't deter them one bit," warns a visitor to White Rock Bay.
Kid-friendly amenities: Select campgrounds offer specific features 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 a camper from Brigham City-Perry South KOA.
Hookup availability: Several campgrounds offer electric and water connections. "This is a very cozy campground and we stayed one night. Sites are asphalt and VERY long & level—with a strip of grass and some rock gravel," reports a visitor to Riverside RV Resort.
Site spacing: Variable between campgrounds from tight to spacious. "The sites are tightly packed. The hook ups (especially sewer) are awkwardly to the far rear of the sites. All black top and gravel, which really gets warm on the hot July days," notes a camper from Hill AFB FamCamp.
Arrival timing: Causeway gates close at specific hours, affecting late check-ins. "The campground is small, and mostly RV residents. We never did meet any staff, nor residents. It was very pretty. There is a walking trail that runs along the Weber river and a dog run on the eastern part of the property," shares an RVer from Riverside RV Resort.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Hooper, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Hooper, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 111 campgrounds and RV parks near Hooper, UT and 19 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Hooper, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hooper, UT is Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park with a 4.3-star rating from 55 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Hooper, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 free dispersed camping spots near Hooper, UT.
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