Cabin glamping near Milford, Utah provides visitors with access to Utah's high desert landscape at elevations ranging from 5,000 to 8,000 feet. The area sees daytime summer temperatures averaging 85-95°F, dropping to 45-55°F at night, making cabins particularly valuable for temperature regulation. Seasonal availability typically runs April through October with most facilities closing during winter months due to snow accumulation.
What to do
Explore petroglyph sites: At Fremont Indian State Park, visitors can access numerous rock art panels beyond the visitor center. "Great hiking trail at the rear of the campground. Goes up the canyon. Visited the various sites for Rock Art through the park. Great stuff," notes one camper who stayed at Sam Stowe Campground.
Hike into Fishlake National Forest: The Joe Lott Trail provides backcountry access from Castle Rock Campground. A visitor reports, "This campground is really well maintained and the FF sites were empty except for mine and another all weekend... Piute res and some nice hiking, the hot springs are all at least 45 minutes but for leaving my camper as a home base here I'm happy."
Fish at Minersville Reservoir: Located 15 miles from Milford, the reservoir offers trout and bass fishing. "Nice stop on your way through Utah. Pull through sites for RVs. Electricity but no water in March," mentions one camper at Minersville Lake Park.
Mountain biking on high-elevation trails: The Tushar Mountains provide advanced trails with elevations nearing 12,000 feet. "The beauty of the Tushar mountain are unsurpassed by any other range in Utah. They are easy to access and have peaks close to 12,000 feet with Delano at 12,169 feet above sea level," writes a camper about the area.
What campers like
Affordable glamping options: Tipis at Castle Rock Campground provide unique stays. "Got to stay in a rad tipi site for only $30! They had firewood available by the bundle for $5/armload. Tent sites are $15 and extra cars are $10," shares one visitor.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the well-maintained bathrooms across parks. A visitor to Minersville stated, "The public restrooms were exceptionally clean. We had a pull through site with electricity for $25. Lots of on leash dog walking available."
Water features: Creekside camping spots are highly rated. "Beautiful campground. Quiet and lots of shade. Our site had a stream running by it," noted a camper at Castle Rock Campground, highlighting the natural water elements not found at all high desert locations.
Wildlife viewing: Hummingbirds are abundant at certain campgrounds during summer months. "Bring a hummingbird feeder and be treated to hundreds of hummingbirds right in your camp," recommends a visitor to Sam Stowe Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal water availability: Water systems at some parks shut down during colder months. A visitor to Minersville Lake Park noted, "Nice stop on your way through Utah. Pull through sites for RVs. Electricity but no water in March."
Cell service variability: Signal strength differs significantly between locations. "I loved our stay at Minersville Lake Campgound. The only way to get my phone to work was to walk to the ranger station, but there was power and water at my site," reported one camper.
Rattlesnake awareness: Some areas post warnings about local snake populations. A camper at Fremont Indian State Park warned, "The one warning, there are signs in the campground warning of rattlesnakes and we did see one. It gave plenty of notice that we were too close."
Winter accessibility: Most glamping options close seasonally. A visitor in March noted, "Bathrooms were clean showers could be warmer. Views are awesome. We are the only people here. For only 10 dollars and get a quick shower. Totally worth it. Looks like this place would be busy in summer."
Tips for camping with families
Off-season visits for solitude: Camping during shoulder seasons provides quieter experiences. A family at Castle Rock Campground shared, "Family stopped to check out on the 3rd of July and there were many open spots. Had a 29' toy hauler and the roads in camp were good for us."
Educational opportunities: Combine camping with historical learning at Fremont Indian State Park. "The campground is close to the Fremont Indian exhibit and trails. There is also a nice trail that leads up into the Fishlake National Forest. Lots to see! There are red rock pillars, yellow aspen and native american art," advises a visitor.
Level site selection: Some campgrounds have uneven terrain challenging for trailers. One family warned, "We made the mistake of choosing site 22 which would have been great for tents but even though it is large it is unlevel and took 4 2x6 to level the trailer."
Playground access: Some full-service glamping locations offer play areas. A visitor to Cedar City RV Resort mentioned, "Our site was directly across from the playground and 50 steps from the off-leash dog park. Both the kids and the dog greatly appreciated both."
Tips from RVers
Winter hookup status: Electric remains available year-round at some parks when water is shut off. "We are late fall campers and found staff to be friendly. We were one of three campers. The public restrooms were exceptionally clean. We had a pull through site with electricity for $25," notes an RVer at Minersville Lake Park.
Pull-through availability: Many sites accommodate larger rigs without disconnecting tow vehicles. A camper at Bear Valley RV and Campground reported, "We have a big 40' rig so we are always Leary of site unseen locations. We saw that the area was very open and well maintained. We decided to pull in."
Dump station locations: Not all parks offer onsite dump facilities. "I loved our stay at Minersville Lake Campgound. The only way to get my phone to work was to walk to the ranger station, but there was power and water at my site. Sewer dump at exit," mentions one RVer.
Road condition considerations: Some access roads require careful navigation. A reviewer shared about Pine Creek Cabins Resort, "The camp hosts do a great job keeping the bathrooms clean and the sites free of debris between campers. Sites are quiet and have lots of room."
