Dog-Friendly Camping near Kenilworth, UT

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    Castle Gate RV Park offers designated pet areas with waste stations throughout the property for pet cleanup. Multiple campgrounds near Kenilworth welcome dogs with varying amenities. Blue Cut RV Park accepts pets but specifically prohibits Pitbulls and Rottweilers according to their posted policies. Both developed campgrounds and dispersed camping options accommodate campers traveling with dogs. The private restrooms at Castle Gate are better than home with large accessible showers, making it convenient for campers to freshen up after hiking with their pets. Tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and pet-friendly cabins are available at several locations, including Nine Mile Canyon Ranch which features cabin accommodations where pets are welcome.

    Numerous dog-friendly trails surround the Helper and Wellington area, providing exercise opportunities for pets while camping. Canyon Road Dispersed and Bull Mesa Pullout offer free primitive camping where pets can enjoy more freedom, though owners should maintain control of their animals due to wildlife in the region. The Price River flows through Castle Gate RV Park, creating pleasant walking paths where many campers take their dogs for evening strolls. Weather considerations are important when camping with pets in this region, as summer temperatures can exceed 100 degrees, requiring extra water and shade for dogs. The Helper downtown area is within walking distance of Castle Gate RV Park, offering a dog-friendly environment for exploring local shops and restaurants after a day of outdoor activities.

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    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Kenilworth (138)

      1. Castle Gate RV Park

      4.8(22)2mi from KenilworthRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We chose this area as a central location to Moab, Provo and SLC! Nice scenic drives to all of those places from camp and did not feel too far out. Campground was clean and well kept."

      "If there was one Con, it was that the dog park/run area was muddy. Looks like they are watering the area to maybe get more grass to grow."

      from $25 - $150 / night

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      2. Blue Cut RV Park

      4.0(5)4mi from KenilworthRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "But there are a few larger 5th wheel trails here. Michelle and her husband are very friendly and easy to talk with. Was open by her parents I think she said in 1956. She grew up here. Now runs it."

      3. Canyon Rd Dispersed

      2.8(5)4mi from KenilworthRVs, Tents

      "Convenient overnight spot — Close to town and a gas station, making it a great choice for a quick stop. You can hear some road noise, but it's not too disruptive. Easy in-and-out access."

      4. Nine Mile RV Resort

      4.8(5)11mi from Kenilworth45 sitesRVs, Tents

      "Still under construction, but when finished it will be a very nice and convenient park between Salt Lake to Moab. They only have two rows open at this time but offered a discount to our stay."

      from $44 - $79 / night

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      5. Bull Mesa Pullout

      3.0(2)4mi from KenilworthRVs, Tents

      6. Luke's Trailhead

      4.0(1)4mi from KenilworthTents

      "There is just one in the spot but I saw more while riding the trails."

      7. Avintaquin Campground

      4.3(3)14mi from Kenilworth17 sitesRVs, Tents

      "We were headed North of Price to Kamas and the Mirror Lake Byway when we decided to cut a few driving hours off the day and pull in. Very pleased with our choice."

      from $5 - $20 / night

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      8. CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite

      3.7(3)14mi from KenilworthRVs, Tents

      "There are plenty of trees around for firewood, the top 2 to 4 inches of topsoil are soft, which is nice for leveling out your camping in."

      "It’s right off the highway so be prepared for hearing cars all night, but it wasn’t too bad."

      9. Mountain View RV Park

      4.0(1)11mi from KenilworthRVs, Tents

      "Was driving from SW Washington to Moab. Needed an overnight and left late after baseball games. Reserved a spot at Mountain Home RV. GPS guided me right in to Mountain View RV. After hours."

      10. Horse Canyon Road - Dispersed Open Area

      4.3(23)28mi from Kenilworth

      "To get to this BLM dispersed camping area you just take the "Rest Area" exit from Highway 6 onto Horse Canyon Road. The area we found to camp was about a mile or so down the road on the right side."

      "I stopped in here late one night while traveling, and the location is quiet, not hard to find, and has ample area to be away from anyone else."

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    Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Kenilworth, UT

    566 Reviews of 138 Kenilworth Campgrounds


    • Michele U.The Dyrt PRO User
      Mar. 25, 2026

      Tie Fork Rest Area

      Rest stop is great!

      This is a rest stop. It's great. There is a dog park. Water to hook up to for a fill. There are a ton of picnic tables and a paved walking path through an outdoor educational museum. bathroom too. Perfect for an in between salt lake and Moab.

    • K
      Jun. 29, 2021

      Castle Gate RV Park

      Great Base Camp

      We chose this area as a central location to Moab, Provo and SLC! Nice scenic drives to all of those places from camp and did not feel too far out. Campground was clean and well kept. Staff is very nice and helpful. It will be beautiful in a few years with the landscaping investment they have made. Plenty of individual showers. I recommend the ones at office building, they are bigger. Laundry facilities great. Huge plus is dish washing sink with hot water. It is always nice to not have to wash dishes in camper. Dog park, playground and splash pad. My only caution is that it is between Highway and railroad tracks so if you are noise sensitive be aware. We didn’t notice any major noise and slept very comfortably with the nice flowing River behind us. Helper is cute town to explore.

    • Pouyan B.
      Aug. 7, 2025

      Esquire Estates Mobile Home and RV Park

      Beautiful Park, very scenic and quiet

      We love going to this Park in Castle Dale.  Castle Dale has so much to offer us because we have 3 kids and there is so much to do in the area.  Our kids are 9, 7 and 3 1/2 so it makes things very convenient and easy for us to go there and we can rent ATV's locally as well and there is a lot of close by site seeing.  

      The park has a new owner and they have been consistently improving the parks.  We were there about a month ago and they just opened up the laundry facility and club house, I hear they are going to add a dog park , provide propane sales and even have charging stations for EVs.  Love that they are making these improvements shows that they really care

    • Jody J.
      Aug. 13, 2021

      Castle Gate RV Park

      Tranquil!

      Beautiful RV Park!! Friendly service! Escorted to our Site# 201 which backed up to the Price River. Site was super level for us. Great space between neighbors on our side of the park. There is a picnic table. However, we took our chairs down to the river bank each evening. So tranquil and relaxing! Laundry room is nice and all machines were in working order. We did not use the restrooms but took a peek in and they are all clean and look new. Beautiful mountain scenery as well. AT&T, T-Mobile Cell Service were excellent. No issues with their WiFI. So many cable channels! If there was one Con, it was that the dog park/run area was muddy. Looks like they are watering the area to maybe get more grass to grow. However, there are plenty of other grassy spots with Dog Waste Stations and bags to walk your dog. Street traffic noise can be heard. We do have a white noise machine and it did not interrupt our sleep. Enjoyed our relaxing stay here! Highly recommend!

    • Nichaela D.
      Aug. 6, 2023

      Uinta National Forest Cherry Campground

      Clean shady campsite

      What a cute little site! Lots of shade and space! There are concrete pits, grills, tent pads, trailer pads, and tables. The bathrooms were super clean, and you can tell that the camp host takes care of the site and goes the extra mile to make it a clean place. It’s dog friendly, but make sure to clean up after you pet!

    • Sheila M.
      Aug. 11, 2018

      Payson Lakes

      nice local campground

      Stayed here at the end of the camp season. It’s a nice campground, but the spots are a little confusing. First, their normal campsites are really small. We’d actually accidentally set up residence in a double spot without knowing it. So that was unexpected, given the spots are kind of pricey already (normally it’s $23/night, but the doubles were $46/night). And although we only had 6 people (limit for a single site is 8), we also had to pay an additional $8 for the extra car. Besides that, it’s nice that they allow pets.

    • B
      Jun. 1, 2024

      Huntington State Park Campground

      Do not camp here

      We camped here in May, 2024,  on our way north, traveling through Utah.  What looked like a nice campground from the Utah State Park website was not a nice campground.  Firstly, the bathrooms were not clean. Second, this seems to be a hang-out for the locals in Huntington, especially the teens.  Third, what few trees there are, are half-dead from not being watered.  There is evidence that a lot have been cut down, probably because they died entirely.  It is a mystery that a state park, with a reservoir, does not water the grass and trees in the campground! Fourth, and most importantly, there is semi-truck traffic on the highway that borders the campground, about every 5-10 minutes, day and night, no exaggeration!  Drive a few hours northeast and camp at Green River State Park in Green River, UT.  That is truly a nice, park-like setting, away from the noise of I-70.

    • Steven M.
      Aug. 30, 2021

      Manti-LaSal National Forest Potters Pond Campground

      Awesome Mountain Getaway!

      We were blown away at how tranquil and beautiful the surroundings are at Potters Pond Campground. The abundant trees and brush truly make one feel like they are a million miles away from home. The journey to the campground starts at Millers Flat Road which is a dirt road that is for the most part well groomed/maintained. It is very bumpy, but can be done with most vehicles. We were towing our 24' TT so we were going slow. It is about 8.3 miles of dirt road to the campground from UT 31. The sites are spaced far enough from each other which gives you plenty of room to spread out and relax. The short walk to the pond is easy and you will appreciate the stillness of the water. Most people were either fishing or enjoying the pond on a row boat. Not 100% sure if the pond is okay to swim in as there are no signage and the presence of blue algae is apparent. Potters Pond is part of the USDA national forest and is wide open and plenty of trails to hike/bike. The campground is adjacent to the Appain Trails where one has access to 300+ miles of off-road enjoyment. 

      The campground does not have any potable water or any services. There are vault toilets spread out throughout the grounds. Also, there are no dumpsters....so what you bring in, you have to take with you. The campground is situated above 9000ft elevation so the days are mild warm and the nights can be cool to cold. If you're looking for solitude and nature, this is the place to go!


    Guide to Kenilworth

    Dispersed camping sites near Kenilworth provide primitive overnight options with varied terrain at 6,100 feet elevation. The area experiences hot summers with daytime temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through August, while spring and fall offer milder conditions. Winter camping remains possible with proper cold-weather gear as temperatures often drop below freezing.

    What to do

    Explore Nine Mile Canyon: Nine Mile Canyon Ranch serves as an ideal base camp for discovering ancient petroglyphs and historic structures. "We spent countless hours hiking around this area, seeing as many petroglyphs and pictographs as we could," notes one camper who valued the location for archaeological exploration.

    Watch trains from camp: Some locations offer unique train-watching opportunities for railroad enthusiasts. At Castle Gate RV Park, campers appreciate this unexpected activity: "We had a train watching back in spot and it was really fun for our little one to watch the trains going by!"

    Stargaze at primitive sites: The lack of light pollution at dispersed camping areas creates excellent night sky viewing. At CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite, visitors report, "Night time was really cool with some good stargazing, and there really weren't any cars on the dirt road, so that was also a plus."

    What campers like

    Private bathrooms: The shower facilities at certain campgrounds receive high marks from visitors. A reviewer at Castle Gate RV Park shared: "The private restrooms are better than home! A nice big shower, toilet and sink, a chair, hooks and nicely lit."

    Reliable connectivity: Many working campers appreciate strong internet service in the area. One camper noted, "The park WiFi was beyond excellent. The staff were also beyond excellent," making it suitable for those needing to stay connected.

    Historic accommodations: Nine Mile Canyon Ranch offers unique lodging options. "They have historic cabins they have used for camping cabins, RV and tent sites. Bathrooms and showers were very clean," reports a satisfied guest who enjoyed the property's heritage appeal.

    What you should know

    Train noise considerations: Railroad tracks run near several campgrounds in the area. A camper at Nine Mile Canyon Ranch advises, "I was worried about the train noise…TOTALLY UNFOUNDED worries. I heard the train around 10 pm and then again in the morning. No close crossings so no whistle noise."

    Breed restrictions at some parks: Check pet policies before booking as some locations have specific rules. "They specifically ban Pitbulls and Rottweilers," mentions a reviewer about Blue Cut RV Park, important information for travelers with certain dog breeds.

    Primitive sites lack facilities: Dispersed camping areas offer free stays but require self-sufficiency. At Canyon Rd Dispersed, "This is trust land so you will see where a lot of people come back here to target practice. Sadly they do not clean up any of their trash."

    Tips for camping with families

    Splash pads for summer cooling: Some parks provide water features for children during hot months. A visitor observed, "There is a really cool rail yard across the street where you can watch slow moving locomotives move railcars. There is a little splash zone for the kiddos and plenty of grassy areas."

    Shelter options for weather protection: Look for sites with covered areas for protection from sun and occasional storms. At LZJ Ranch's Hiawatha Hideout, "Level site, no amenities, pack it in, pack it out! This property was made for campers who truly want the camping experience."

    Educational opportunities: The area offers historical learning experiences for children. "Perfect gateway to visit Nine Mile Canyon," reports a camper who appreciated the educational aspects of their stay for young family members.

    Tips from RVers

    Water pressure considerations: Some parks have unusually strong water systems. "Their water pressure is outstanding in fact they recommend a pressure regulator on the supply line," advises a camper about necessary equipment to protect RV plumbing systems.

    Road quality awareness: Access roads to primitive sites can present challenges. At Avintaquin Campground, a visitor cautions, "The road in is narrow and could be problematic if you cannot back up a ways to find a turnout to let others pass."

    Avoid muddy conditions: Weather significantly impacts accessibility at dog-friendly campgrounds near Kenilworth. A camper warns about CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite, "Avoid this spot if it is raining at all as it will give your tires a nice coat of slick mud; even an off road tire can get stuck with this kind of sticky mud!!"

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