Best Tent Camping near Layton, UT

Recent Tent Reviews in Layton

790 Reviews of 25 Layton Campgrounds

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  James B.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 25, 2024

  Little Mill

  Comfortable, last minute find

  Clean facilities, but no water or power. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. Our site was right near the creek, well shaded, and reasonably separated from neighbors. There are hiking trails that lead to climbing walls; we watched one climber struggle for 20 minutes to get past an obstacle. The downside here is the road noise, which could be overwhelming sometimes when motorcyclists, ATVs, or overwound street racers sped by. Access to some amazing scenery in the Wasatch Mountains makes it worth a visit.

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  Steve B.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 25, 2024

  Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park

  Great way to the the Great Salt Lake

  Stayed at Bridger Bay Sept 18-19 in one of the sites nearest the water. Great timing as there were virtually no bugs and the water was warm enough to paddle board. Lots of Bison and a Great Horned Owl spend an hour in a tree by our Bean Trailer. Hiking the beach was otherworldly and we will definitely return.

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

  Good option for families and water activities (can be busy)

  Stayed in spot 28 which was good and had view of lake until neighbor pulled in with a giant 5th wheel. Spot 19 is in the middle and seems to have a good view regardless of who is parked in adjacent spots, and spot 32 also seems to have a good view and the advantage of being on the outer edge so no backdoor neighbors. Park has a general store but we did not go inside. Bathrooms/showers are decent with sufficient hot water, but are not as nice as those at Wasatch Mtn. 

  Food aside: Had freeze-dried coconut curry chicken with extra packet of ready-to-eat Wal Mart chicken added and it was good. Also had chicken teriyaki with chicken packet added. Spiced both up with garlic powder.

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Simpson Springs Campground

  Long drive on dirt roads, great for solitude high desert

  Spot#1 Good shade and privacy clean bathrooms. Sheep dogs came through with herd of sheep (make SURE you have your dogs secured so they're not attacked by herding dogs). Beautiful open views of Utah west desert

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  UT801

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 17, 2024

  Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

  Not bad, lake/water/fishing, busy

  Stayed in spot 28 which was good and had view of lake until neighbor pulled in with a giant 5th wheel. Spot 19 is in the middle and seems to have a good view regardless of who is parked in adjacent spots, and spot 32 also seems to have a good view and the advantage of being on the outer edge so no backdoor neighbors. Park has a general store but we did not go inside. 

  Bathrooms/showers are decent with sufficient hot water.

  Food aside: Had freeze-dried coconut curry chicken with extra Wal Mart packet of chicken added and it was good and low FQ (fart quotient). Also had chicken teriyaki with chicken packet added. Always add garlic powder, perhaps smoked paprika.

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  Marcus K.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 13, 2024

  River's Edge at Deer Park

  Not really pretty and expensive

  The camp ground itself is not bad. You have all the amenities that you could wish for when you are on the road. Including sites with full hook up and showers plus toilets that are in good condition. The camp store has food and drinks available. Very positive were the ladies at the reception. Very helpful and very sweet.

  But the location is rather disappointing. Its located at the end of an old street and right in front of a dam, enclosed by some hills. You can hear the nearby highway. Not very pretty.

  It feels a little cramped, the individual spots are very close to each other, so there is not much privacy. Plus, it is very expensive. I paid 78$ for a full hook up spot.

  Probably better to check out the camp site Hailstone Camp Ground right up the hill, in the Jordanelle state park. It looked so much more beautiful when I passed by there the next morning.

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  Shane T.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 11, 2024

  Holiday Hills RV Park

  Great stop over spot

  We Spent one night while we were on our way to the west coast. Spot was nice with a big grassy area. Bathrooms were adequate and the staff was very friendly!

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  Ted B.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 9, 2024

  Mountain Shadows RV Park

  Very friendly staff

  They work with u nice and helpful we changed our check out date 3 times and they got it all figured it out.

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  Imerie T.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 6, 2024

  Riverside Campground — Rockport State Park

  Nice little campground

  It’s very quiet and pretty here. You have the water on the river at the bottom of the dam Spaces aren’t to close. It’s beautiful

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  Richard Y.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 28, 2024

  Holiday Hills RV Park

  Night of Hell

  Loud music coming from the bar next to the campground. Hard to get any sleep for the drive.

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  Christopher C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 26, 2024

  Great Salt Lake State Park Campground

  Sunrise on the beach!!!

  We tent camped on the beach and loved it all from the oolitic sand to the absolutely insane sunrise view from the window of the tent! On the north side you see the lake and the south side you see the Rio Tinto smelter it’s a really cool dynamic. We have enjoyed our stay

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  Julie M.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 26, 2024

  Settlement Canyon/Legion Park Campground

  Lovely spot

  We had one night connected to power and one without and enjoyed both nights. It’s a lovely forested area and the fall colors are just turning. Very friendly gate staff. Highly recommend

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  Kerry C.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 24, 2024

  Park City RV Resort

  Beware not a resort

  Beware the pretty pics don’t show how bad this place really is.. Ok they can’t help being situated right beside the freeway and the constant noise from it that makes it very unpleasant to sit outside and even the staff wear industrial earplugs at night. It’s the rest of it that’s really bad, from first meeting the arrogant manager he made it pretty clear that he wasn’t here to help or be nice. The laundry required quarters which they couldn’t provide, was told to download an app which he then told us rarely works on an iPhone. I’m not here to help too bad you don’t have quarters Ladies bathroom out of order Gardeners with industrial gas blowers and mowers started at 8am in the morning.. why couldn’t they schedule them for 11. But the rude manager said that’s just the way it is. Have stayed in many RV parks, usually with friendly people, this place is the worst. Also the other items that others have bought up, like parking right next to each other, the list goes on but our recommendation is don’t come here!!!

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  Carson S.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 22, 2024

  Cascade Springs Dispersed Site

  Great Camping and Off-Roading

  The views are great but the road is definitely washed out. You will need 4WD and high clearance to pass through the washouts and rocks which start near the entrance and go all the way to the top.

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  Melissa L.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 16, 2024

  Willow Creek — Willard Bay State Park

  Close to home, but noisy and buggy

  Campsite 148 We liked staying here because it's close to home and it is also close to gas stations and grocery stores. Our campsite had standing water right behind it so there were many, many mosquitoes! The traffic from the freeway was very loud and in the morning the trains would honk their horns waking everyone up. We will probably not stay again and just do day trips to the lake.

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  Christopher P.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 12, 2024

  Granite Flat (utah)

  Nice campground

  Very popular campground. Sites nestled in the trees. Occasional road noise. It is shows as first come first served but somehow people can make reservations ahead of time. We looked for a sign which said OPEN and camped there. Hosts are great.

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  John Rushton A.

  Scout

  

  Sep. 12, 2024

  Dock Flat Campground

  Easy to find, Free spots, Verizon signal

  Plenty of spots for rv/campers and tent campers. Had my own quiet spot with a great view of the stars. Enough Verizon reception to FaceTime with the family.

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  Devin B.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 11, 2024

  Salamander Flat

  It’s a campsite

  After a long day of travel we just wanted to get to any site and camp. This is a national forest so there is technically a park permit required. However, we have an annual park pass and they accept that as well. It is an honor system kind of park permit. They ask you to scan the QR code or pay at the self pay station. $10 for a 3day pass, $20 for a 7 day pass.

  The drive up to this site is winding and the cars seem to be used to driving it because they come around the corners pretty fast. Drive carefully and stay on your side of the road. It site is just after mile marker 17.

  The site is huge! Lots of space for people, cars, RVs and trailers. The road is paved until you turn in and then it’s a regular dirt road.

  The major con in this park in general is the bathrooms are yucky especially at this site.

  This seems to be a local hangout for the youngsters as well. They were not a bother to us however, they were letting loose, having a good time at their site. They left around 11 or so.

  No service with AT&T

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  John E.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 28, 2024

  Redman Campground

  Excellent forested campsite for a mid-week stay

  Stopped on a Sunday evening during a westbound cross country journey. Our 20’ van had no issues circling the road to find an open First-come-first-served spot, but would advise not much longer of a rig. We had to figure out the rules for finding and paying for an open spot, but it was all fine. This is a popular campground with many sites reserved far in advance, so last-minute FCFS openings on weekends may be rare.

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  joey M.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 25, 2024

  Keetley Campground — Jordanelle State Park

  Great views for the family and pets!

  This is a hike in area of camping. Luckily the park provides free wagons so that you can pack up and hike to your area. The hike is about a quarter mile to the general area where there are lots. This area is tent camping only. The views are great and the water is great! It is dog friendly with a leash. Each lot has a paved area with a picnic bench and fire pit. Really enjoyed this place!

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  Skylar G.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 22, 2024

  Cascade Springs Dispersed Site

  Best views in Utah?

  I want to start positive and say that the views are some of the best! Mt Tiponogous is in full view and the panoramic views are all great as well. It was only my group that camped up there the night we camped, but a couple people did drive by for some off road action. Speaking of off road action, the road is atrocious. Dont come unless you have some serious high clearance 4wd vehicle or you will bottom out and destroy your vehicle. I’m saying this as someone from Lake City CO who grew up driving the Alpine Loop, the road is BAD!

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  Cari K.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 17, 2024

  Hailstone - Wasatch Campground — Jordanelle State Park

  Lovely reservoir

  Campsites are well spaced, several loops available for rvs. Clean showers and bathrooms. Nice perimeter trail around the water. Boat’s available for rent. Very popular location so books up early.

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  Cari K.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 10, 2024

  Hyrum State Park Campground

  Lovely lake

  Lots of families camping here. Close to town and lots of day use area. Campsites pretty close together but lots of grass and trees. Clean bathrooms and pretty neighborhood for walking

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  Mindy W.

  Scout

  

  Aug. 7, 2024

  Little Mill

  Great for short trip

  My family of five enjoyed this campground. We got a site with access to the river which my kids really enjoyed. There was a fun giant "sliding rock" in the area to climb on. Lots of trees for hammocks. Downside is it's right next to a busy highway and picnic areas. Although the campsite has quiet hours, the picnic area across the street stayed loud well past quiet hours. The road noise was a lot more than I expected.. especially at night. Definitely bring ear plugs or plan to stay only a nite or two. We planned on staying three nights, but were so exhausted by lack of sleep we left a day early.

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  Colyer D.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 30, 2024

  Dispersed camping near Monte Cristo

  Absolutely Perfect

  We could not have asked for a more perfect spot. The views were immaculate, the sites were very spread out, it was the end of September and all the leaves were changing.

  No notes. Can’t recommend this spot enough.

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  mike B.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 26, 2024

  Little Mill

  Terrible camp hosts and experience.

  Wish they had negative stars. Terrible camp hosts. Hosts are not what they are. Maybe they had a bad day, maybe they don’t know what they are doing. Whatever was the reasoning for their bad behavior is not acceptable. I’d steer clear of this one. You will not have a good experience. They will badger and control your every move. Belittle and berate. Not shoot straight and take advantage of you. Go somewhere else.

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  Kimberley M.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 24, 2024

  Willow Creek — Willard Bay State Park

  Good enough

  Got in around 945, nobody at the gate. Was and to have a choice of several spots for my campervan. Nothing with a killer view of the water, but I did have a nice view in the morning of the mountains. It was fine.