Glamping options near Laketown, Utah provide unique overnight experiences for visitors to the Bear Lake area. The region sits at an elevation of 5,748 feet, creating cooler summer evenings even during hot days. While the glamping sites at OsoBlu and Conestoga Ranch offer upscale amenities, nearby public campgrounds provide more rustic experiences with vault toilets and limited hookups.
What to do
Waterfront activities: Bear Lake State Park at Rendezvous Beach offers direct lake access for water recreation. "Rental place nearby for motor craft or paddle sports. Very cold lake!" notes Carrie C. The marina proximity makes it convenient for visitors.
Hiking opportunities: Tony Grove Campground features multiple trails surrounding the area. "The campsite has many trails going down to the lake. Fir trees are everywhere, and the campground is very clean," reports Jenn from Tony Grove Campground.
Wildlife viewing: The hill positions of glamping sites provide excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. A visitor at OsoBlu Bear Lake Yurts observed, "There were deer grazing down the hill in the evening."
What campers like
Fire services: Some luxury glamping sites near Laketown offer special campfire assistance. At Conestoga Ranch, "a fire concierge will come and start your fire as you relax and take in all the beauty around you," according to Glen B.
Family amenities: The KOA location provides extensive recreational facilities. "Activities range from basketball, pickle ball, bounce area, mini golf, shuffle board, sand volleyball, and a pool as well as hot tub," explains one reviewer from Bear Lake/Marina Side KOA Holiday.
Panoramic views: Hilltop positions of yurt accommodations provide superior vistas. A guest at OsoBlu mentioned, "These yurts are on a nice hilltop with an amazing view of the lake. Verizon 5g cell coverage."
What you should know
Reservation timing: Popular sites fill quickly during peak season. At Sunrise Campground, one visitor reported, "When my family showed up Friday August 23rd there was no Camp Host. We arrived at 11pm to claim site 6 which I had reserved 5 weeks prior and there was a large family with all their crap all over our site."
Site spacing: KOA campgrounds offer more amenities but less privacy. "You are right next to your neighbor but they do try and put you in every-other site for space," notes Heidi P.
Price considerations: Luxury glamping accommodations command premium rates. A Sunrise Campground reviewer who stayed in a yurt explained, "This was the first time that we stayed in a yurt, and it is a game changer. It is honestly so nice once in a while to not have to put up camp or break camp."
Tips for camping with families
Resort-style camping: For families wanting more amenities, consider KOA options. "We love this campground! There are a variety of ways to camp here, tent, RV, cabins and the set up allows for privacy. It really feels like a resort. There is an amazing playground for kids, swimming pool, and jumping pillow," shares JJ V.
Hidden viewpoints: Some campgrounds have unmarked scenic spots. At Sunrise Campground, a visitor discovered, "Behind the bathrooms on the South side there is a little trail with a beautiful view of the lake. If you go exploring behind the East bathrooms you'll see a little creek."
Space considerations: Look for campgrounds with room to spread out. "This campground is beautiful and the sites are huge! The bathrooms were pretty clean. Cell service was decent," reports Jordan H.
Tips from RVers
Access challenges: Some campgrounds have difficult entry points for larger vehicles. At Bridger Campground, visitors should know about size limitations. "The road in the campground is tight on some corners for longer rigs. A lot of spots are difficult to back into with a trailer. Small trailers and tents will work best up here," advises Jeni.
Hookup availability: Partial hookups are common at established sites. Sunrise Campground provides "picnic tables and fire rings at each site. There are 27 sites available. There are no hooks or dump stations. There a vault toilets and no showers. there is drinking wager available."
Seasonal considerations: Most campgrounds in the area have limited operational seasons. For example, Tony Grove Campground is only open from "July 13 to September 23" according to their listing information.
