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GuideWillard Peak Campground
Good spot near SLC for long term stay.
Clean campground with full hookups. Pet areas and good communication. Fulltime supervision on site.
Best Campgrounds near Kaysville, UT
The Kaysville, Utah area features a mix of established campgrounds and RV parks within a 30-minute drive, with options ranging from urban convenience to natural settings. Cherry Hill Campground, located directly in Kaysville, offers tent and RV sites with full hookups and amenities like showers and a camp store. Nearby, Antelope Island State Park provides a more natural camping experience at Bridger Bay and White Rock Bay campgrounds, where wildlife viewing includes bison and antelope against the backdrop of the Great Salt Lake. Additional options include Lagoon RV Park in Farmington and Hill AFB FamCamp in Layton, both catering primarily to RV campers seeking developed facilities.
Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping experiences in this region. Most campgrounds operate from late spring through early fall, with Bountiful Peak Campground's shorter season (June 30 to September 3) reflecting its higher elevation. As one camper noted about Antelope Island, "We are partial to winter due to the absolute lack of bugs and stunning contrast of the bison on fresh snow. Our 2nd favorite season is early spring before the bugs come out in full swarm!" Reservations are essential during summer months, particularly for weekend stays. Urban campgrounds like Cherry Hill and Lagoon RV Park remain accessible year-round with paved roads, while more remote locations may require high-clearance vehicles during wet conditions.
Visitor experiences vary significantly between urban and natural settings in the area. Riverside RV Resort receives mixed reviews, with one camper reporting: "The interstate is 20 yards from the first row of sites. It was constant traffic noise 24/7." In contrast, Anderson Cove Campground on Pineview Reservoir earns praise for its natural setting: "Tucked away from SLC, it's a perfect little oasis. It is next to a moderately busy road that connects mountain towns, but it's much quieter than anything you'll find in SLC and the drive is absolutely stunning." Wildlife viewing opportunities are particularly notable at Antelope Island, where campers can observe free-ranging bison herds and enjoy expansive views of the Great Salt Lake, especially during sunrise and sunset.
Best Camping Sites Near Kaysville, Utah (178)
1. Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park
53 ReviewsHooper, UT16 milesWebsite+1 (801) 773-2941$20 - $200 / night
"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."
2. Salt Lake City KOA
44 ReviewsSalt Lake City, UT18 milesWebsite+1 (801) 328-0224$50 - $189 / night
"I had the wonderful opportunity to stay the night at Salt Lake City KOA!"
"We wanted to explore Salt Lake City so decided to stay at this downtown KOA. It is a large and crowded RV park but right on a Transit line (UTA light rail Trax) and biking distance to downtown."
3. Bountiful Peak Campground
12 ReviewsCenterville, UT8 milesWebsite+1 (801) 733-2660$15 - $98 / 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."
4. Riverside RV Resort
11 ReviewsSouth Weber, UT8 milesWebsite+1 (385) 244-1328$59 - $74 / night
"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."
5. Pony Express RV Resort
15 ReviewsNorth Salt Lake, UT14 milesWebsite+1 (801) 355-1550"Convenient location right off the highway with full hook ups and nice paved sites. Dog areas, playground, games, and a pool."
"These sites a so close to each other. We only stop here to stay the night. WiFi is ok-phone hotspot is better.
Staff is great."
6. Hill AFB FamCamp
7 ReviewsLayton, UT6 milesWebsite+1 (801) 775-3250$20 - $35 / night
"It’s a little exposed but love the easy in easy out and access to the bike path and nearby splash pad"
"The campground is right next to the base splash pad and a big park. Cheap $25 a night full hook ups was definitely worth the stay."
7. Cherry Hill Campground
7 ReviewsFruit Heights, UT2 milesWebsite+1 (801) 451-5379"This was great for my bf and I because we were driving so late and couldn’t find an open camp ground. This place was open and it was easy to find a spot with no light and quiet."
8. Lagoon RV Park & Campground
6 ReviewsFarmington, UT4 milesWebsite+1 (801) 451-8000"We stayed during the Halloween Fright weekend and from Wednesday to Friday at around 2pm, we were about the only ones there. Then the place exploded with campers and by 7pm the place was full."
9. Anderson Cove (uinta-wasatch-cache National Forest, Ut)
20 ReviewsHuntsville, UT18 milesWebsite+1 (801) 625-5112$26 - $316 / night
"Tucked away from SLC, it's a perfect little oasis."
"We enjoyed the camp site and the short walk to the lake. Facilities were clean and staff was great."
10. White Rock Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park
14 ReviewsHooper, UT16 milesWebsite+1 (801) 773-2941$40 - $180 / night
"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!"
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Recent Reviews near Kaysville, UT
1075 Reviews of 178 Kaysville Campgrounds
- HHannah B.
ScoutMountain Valley RV Resort
Feb Ski Trip
Loved this spot! Very affordable, great amenities.
- EElise F.
TravelerSalt Lake City KOA
Winter camping in Salt Lake City
We winter camped here so we could ski. It’s a great location about 40-50 minutes to 6 resorts. It is in the city so not in the wilderness but all the sites have one tree and a patch of grass and a picnic table. There is a small off leash dog pen and a self dog wash. Also hot tub, showers, toilets that were clean. We did not use the hot tub or the laundry. The campground is well maintained. Our first site was slightly unleveled so we asked to switch and they accommodated that request. We did have to pay a little extra for that site. We stayed a total of 3 nights. We were going to stay longer but learned that you can’t have dogs in Cottonwood Canyon which meant we couldn’t ski at those resorts so we asked to get out of our reservation early and the KOA accommodated that as well.
- SSandraTraveler
Pine Creek Campground — Wasatch Mountain State Park
Stayed in yurt
The yurt was a great experience during the winter. The entire campground was closed, except for the yurt and the couple cabins on site. It was super quiet. It had 2 electric fireplaces which kept the yurt nice and toasty. It has a bunk bed with queen size mattresses which were comfy. There was a refrigerator and microwave. There is access to potable water right outside the yurt. You do have to walk about 500 yards to the yurt from the parking space, but the privacy is worth it. Rate was $75 per night during the week and $100 per night during the weekend. I will definitely be returning.
Chris R.GuideCrandall Cove Campground — Rockport State Park
Great view and good for quick overnight stay
We had the campground loop all to ourselves in mid October. Sites have a gazebo with table means less stuff to unpack and setup. We just pulled out the tent and camp stove and that was it. Clean and maintained restrooms all close in tight loop. Firepit next to tables. The view is really great and birds are nearby as it seems to be a bird sanctuary. Easy to get to and not far from highway. Star show was good as well.
- PPam J.Guide
Brigham City-Perry South KOA
Great Stop Over Place
This was our 2nd time here. It's in the city, but you'd never know it. Nice, clean park, friendly staff. Sites are closer together than what we like but honestly wasn't bothered by anyone around us. Great central location for exploring in the area.
Adam O.TravelerSplit Rock Bay Backcountry Campsites — Antelope Island State Park
Incredible, with some caveats
Disclaimer, this was my first backpacking trip, and my first solo camping experience.
The first thing I’ll note is that I could not find a map that showed exactly where on the split rock loop trail the sites were. The maps you get at the gate do not show it. You just have to start hiking and hope you see it. That eventually led to the main issue I had with the campsite, more on that later.
I have 37lbs on my back, partly because it’s November and I want to make sure I’m warm, and partly because I’m toting in 5.5L of water since there is no water source.
I begin hiking and eventually I see another backpacker coming the other way. I say “did you camp?” 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. As I’m coming up on the spot he’s talking about, I catch the end of the herd moving south and I’m able to pass them with minimal wait time.
I continue hiking, up to the split rock bay loop, where conveniently there is a sign that points toward the campground. Yay! By this time I’ve seen a huge herd of Bison (50 or more individuals), a big buck, 20 or so other deer, and with the fog and haziness, some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen. Quite incredible.
I find the tent site #3 (my watch says exactly 4.5 miles from the car) and set up my tent. During this time, I’m hearing some weird grunting sounds in the distance, I pop my head out of the tent and look west toward the lake shore. And there’s the herd of Bison I encountered before who crossed the trail. They went west around elephant rock, and I went east. I beat them by about 20 to 30 minutes. At this time I record a video with my phone and state “hope they aren’t coming over here”.
I’m filling my sleeping pad with a mini pump and when I’m done I pop my head out of the tent. They had, in fact, started coming over here. They were quite close. In sort of a panic, I grab some essentials, zip up the tent, and head for the rocks on the hills and wait them out.
Unfortunately I didn’t grab my Garmin or my warm clothes, and it is taking them forever to get past the tent site. The sun starts getting low and I’m getting cold. The Bison sometimes get curious about my tent and approach it, but never do anything. I have my Apple watch and it has an SOS feature, I thought about using it, but eventually they pass and I can get back to set up.
So, this is where knowing exactly where the campsite was in relation to everything else would have been useful. I would have seen the direction they were going and possibly known that they would be crossing right into the camp area, and I probably would have made some slightly different choices.
They (the Bison) stopped for the night in split rock canyon, so I could hear them all night while in my tent. It was always difficult to tell if they were getting closer or farther away, so the night was a bit sleepless.
Also, though the weather says the temperature is 40F, the higher humidity and breeze from the lake can make it feel a lot colder. I did have some chilly moments with a 20F comfort rated bag and a 5.4R value pad. In the morning, condensation was everywhere.
The next morning had a “dense fog” warning in effect, which made for some more awesome scenery.
I broke camp and started back to the car at around 8AM. I decided to take a detour out to Elephant Rock to see if I could see the camp site from up there. This added another 3 miles to the track back, so 7.5 miles total. As I’m coming around the corner at the top to the spot where I’d be able to see the sites, I encounter a lone Bison bull just chilling up there on the trail, no other animals in sight. So, I couldn’t actually get to the spot to see over, but the view was amazing and it was fun to see a Bison in a spot it felt like he shouldn’t be able to get to.
As I turn around, the “dense fog” warning becomes a reality, and it suddenly gets much much colder. Makes for some amazing visuals way up there.
Overall, it was a very awe inspiring and fun trip, with some interesting bits. I do think they should better mark the spots on the map just so people can plan better, especially if there’s going to be massive herds of Bison cruising through camp at any point.
tl;dr: pack warmer than you think (if you’re going to go in the later months) and watch out for Bison. Incredible views and wildlife encounters make it all worth it.
Tamie S.GuideGreat Horned Owl Campground — Deer Creek State Park
Quiet and secluded
We took a wrong turn in the campground and ended up in an area with no hookups. But it was quiet and secluded and close to the water. The campsite was fairly level and there were clean restrooms.
- JJennifer N.Traveler
Foothill Clearing with a View
Nice views
They have camp rings for fires and also grills! One or 2 was missing the garage to the grill but other than that it was good.
Guide to Kaysville
Camping options near Kaysville, Utah range from lakeside locations with views of the Great Salt Lake to mountain settings at elevations over 7,000 feet. Seasonal availability varies significantly, with mountain campgrounds like Bountiful Peak typically open only from June 30 through early September due to snow conditions. Urban camping facilities near Kaysville provide year-round access with paved roads and full hookups.
What to do
Hike to mountain views: At Bountiful Peak Campground, campers can access trails with panoramic views of the Salt Lake valley. "Clean and easily accessible with beautiful views of the city," notes one visitor. The campground sits at higher elevation, providing cooler temperatures during summer months.
Wildlife viewing: Antelope Island State Park offers opportunities to observe native species in their natural habitat. "The hiking trails are cool. You'll see some bison, lizards, jack rabbits, and unique terrain," reports a visitor at Bridger Bay Campground. Wildlife viewing is particularly good during morning and evening hours.
Water recreation: Anderson Cove Campground provides direct access to Pineview Reservoir. "Good beach front not a far walk from our campsite. Lots of trees to hang your hammocks up on. If you have some water toys it's awesome because you can anchor them on the shore or the dock," writes one camper. The reservoir maintains consistent water levels through summer, making it reliable for boating.
What campers like
Urban convenience: Salt Lake City KOA offers proximity to urban amenities while maintaining campground comforts. "Friendly helpful staff. Cable, WiFi, and phone signals are good. Every space is paved and has plenty of shade," notes one reviewer. The location provides easy access to Salt Lake City attractions within 30 minutes of Kaysville.
Morning wildlife encounters: Several campers mention unexpected animal sightings at Antelope Island. "An amazing place to kick back, relax, and hangout with bison. They walk up and graze through the campsites which is a beautiful thing to wake up to," writes a visitor. Campers report best wildlife viewing before 9 a.m. and after 7 p.m.
Quiet weekday camping: Anderson Cove Campground offers significantly different experiences depending on timing. "Gets extremely busy on weekends but nice and quiet on the weekdays. Checked in on a Wednesday afternoon for FCFS site. Plenty open," shares one camper. Mid-week availability remains higher even during peak summer months.
What you should know
Insect conditions: The Antelope Island campgrounds experience significant seasonal insect activity. "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 a camper at Bridger Bay.
Noise levels: Urban campgrounds near Kaysville may experience traffic and transportation noise. At Riverside RV Resort, one camper reports: "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."
Road conditions: Access to mountain campgrounds requires planning. "If you've never driven up Farmington Canyon it is a steep road with no shoulder, I'd recommend a 4X4 or all wheel drive vehicle," notes a visitor to Bountiful Peak Campground. Road access to higher elevation sites may close with early or late season weather events.
Tips for camping with families
Water park access: Cherry Hill Campground combines camping with water recreation. "Beautiful, shady spots to camp. Family noises from sunup to sundown. Water park is priced separately, but access is seamless. VERY busy weekends; weekdays were a delight," reports one family camper. The water park features multiple pools, water slides and splash pads.
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain dedicated play areas. At Pony Express RV Resort, one camper notes: "The playground is clean, a good sized one, but overrun with unsupervised kids." Most family-oriented campgrounds in the area maintain playground facilities.
Camping season planning: For family camping, timing significantly impacts the experience. "We are in a tent and the wind shook our tent back and forth all night. No sleep. But the views getting out of the tent in the morning were incredible," writes a visitor at White Rock Bay Campground. Spring and fall camping brings fewer insects but can involve more variable weather conditions.
Tips from RVers
Military facilities: Active and retired military personnel can access Hill AFB FamCamp in nearby Layton. "Great location to get away lots of space and not too crowded. It's a little exposed but love the easy in easy out and access to the bike path and nearby splash pad," notes one visitor. Sites include full hookups at significantly lower rates than commercial campgrounds.
Site selection considerations: RV camping requires attention to specific site details. "Sites have no shade. Sites are level with full hook up. Site 1 is the best site for any shade," advises a camper at Hill AFB. Shade becomes particularly important during July and August when temperatures regularly exceed 90°F.
Reservation timing: For the best places to camp near Kaysville, Utah during peak season, advance planning is essential. "You need to reserve sites here well in advance as it fills up for the entire Summer as soon as the reservation window opens," notes a camper at Anderson Cove. Many campgrounds open reservation windows 6 months in advance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best camping sites near Kaysville, Utah?
Where are the best camping sites near Kaysville, Utah?
Several excellent camping options surround Kaysville. Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park is only about 45 minutes from Salt Lake City and offers spectacular wildlife viewing with bison, antelope, and deer roaming the island. The west side provides some of Utah's best sunset views across the mud flats. Another great option is Anderson Cove which is tucked away from the city bustle, offering beach access and stunning mountain scenery. For a more local option, consider Cherry Hill Campground right in Kaysville with family-friendly amenities and convenient access to town.
What RV camping options are available near Kaysville?
What RV camping options are available near Kaysville?
Kaysville and the surrounding area offer excellent RV camping options. Mountain Valley RV Resort in nearby Heber City is highly rated with concrete pads and an adults-only section for those seeking peace and quiet. The resort provides full hookups and a welcoming atmosphere. For those wanting to stay closer to Kaysville, Lagoon RV Park & Campground in Farmington offers big-rig friendly sites with hookups. The newly developed Rock Cliff Area Campground — Jordanelle State Park has been converted from tent-only to an RV campground with full hookups in a clean, well-maintained setting.
Are there any day use campgrounds near Kaysville for short visits?
Are there any day use campgrounds near Kaysville for short visits?
Yes, there are several day use areas perfect for short visits near Kaysville. Cascade Springs Dispersed Site offers spectacular panoramic views of Mt. Timpanogos and makes an excellent spot for a day trip with picnicking and hiking opportunities. Antelope Island State Park also offers day-use areas where you can enjoy wildlife viewing, hiking trails, and beach access without staying overnight. Both locations provide bathroom facilities and scenic settings for a refreshing day outdoors without the commitment of an overnight stay.
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