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While North Logan has several campgrounds in its vicinity, horse camping options are limited as none of the listed campgrounds specifically advertise horse corrals or dedicated equestrian facilities. Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping, located approximately 25 miles east of North Logan, provides free camping areas where horses may be accommodated, though without designated equine amenities. The area features multiple dispersed sites along a well-maintained gravel road with access to trails suitable for riding. Most sites can accommodate horse trailers with sufficient space for setting up temporary containment systems. Campers must bring all necessary equipment for managing horses as no permanent equestrian infrastructure exists.
The trail system around Franklin Basin offers riding opportunities through mountain terrain with river access at various points. Located within the Cache National Forest, this area provides miles of trails suitable for day rides directly from camp. Riders should note that the road continues well into Idaho with numerous camping options along the way, and clearance for horse trailers becomes more challenging in the higher elevation sites. The area experiences heavy ATV traffic, particularly on weekends, which may affect horse camping experiences. Riders should plan accordingly for water access as there are no dedicated horse facilities, though natural water sources are accessible at many points along the river. Pack in all necessary feed and equipment for horses as services are not available in this remote area.
"The only thing that was annoying is that they lock the front gate at 10PM so if you are out after that time, you have to park your car on the street and walk to your campsite."
"Got in late around 2100. Plenty of spots available in the back without electric. I did get a spot right next to the lake. Has picnic table, firepit, and charcoal grill available."
from $40 - $400 / night
Check Availability"Amazing location especially because it’s close to bear lake! I heard it’s better in August, but if you camp way further down the mosquitos are absolutely miserable."
"Absolutely beautiful location off highway 89. A popular place especially for ohv-ers."
"Before we had kids, we would bike and hike along the different trails. There’s a short waterfall hike, but also a long hike that will take you up to Ben Lomond Peak & cut across to Willard Peak."
"Arrived around 2pm on a Friday and stayed at Cutler Flats. Didn't look at the other campgrounds so can't speak to them in particular. Drove up and down the loop and most were available at that time."
from $30 - $40 / night
Check Availability"This park is a great stopover on your way through Utah or weekend visit. The lake is clean and still very natural. The swans circling the water are something to see."
"This campground is right next to the I-15, and a set of train tracks that seem to see daily use."
from $60 - $150 / night
Check Availability"The location is beautiful, and full of deer. My partner and I are just starting out full time rv life and this was the first spot we stayed at."
"If you want to camp at Bear Lake, this is a good spot. Electricity and water hookups are included at each campsite for those of you with RVs."
from $35 - $305 / night
Check Availability"The campground was in great shape, the drive up to our site was amazingly beautiful, and the campground hosts were very attentive and thoughtful."
"I chose the site near the Paris spring Trailhead. The trail to the spring is about 1/4 mile in and is very beautiful. There were hummingbirds everywhere! And dragon flies too!"
from $17 - $100 / night
Check Availability"My family and I were driving through and needed a place to stay for the night. We camped the first night that lot camping was allowed (9/10) so it was quiet and peaceful."
"Near city limits where there is places to buy groceries, gas, or go out to a restaurant. They have about 20 spots with electrical outlets."
"It is close to the reservoir of you need to cool off and there is also the creek which runs right next to it! It has picnic tables and a bbq grill and sleeping space inside for a few people"
from $60 / night
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GuideThis park is a great stopover on your way through Utah or weekend visit. The lake is clean and still very natural. The swans circling the water are something to see. Lots of shade rustic but serviceable showed. A bit pricy at 30 a night but right off the highway and no real traffic noise.
ScoutWe booked this campsite later into the season so we were lucky to get a spot. We have a pop up and although we didn't get a spot with electricity, it ended up being a great stay! The campground is also a day use area for boats so there is beach access which is great. Facilities are nice and well maintained. The only thing that was annoying is that they lock the front gate at 10PM so if you are out after that time, you have to park your car on the street and walk to your campsite. It's a residential area and a lot of the street parking is restricted since it's close to the boat ramp. You'd think they would at least have a code you could use after hours! Seems strange it would close that early when it's so close to Logan, a college town. Our site, number 7 had lots of shade, close to the restrooms but was close to the road and away from the lake.
TravelerThis campground has been a friends and family favorite for many years.
My husband and I recently took our toddler and infant here and had a blast. They found joy in simply throwing pebbles in the creek and making mud. Before we had kids, we would bike and hike along the different trails. There’s a short waterfall hike, but also a long hike that will take you up to Ben Lomond Peak & cut across to Willard Peak. Go when there’s no smoke and you’ll have breathtaking views (I’d say May & June are your best bet).
Back to camping: there’s a tiny-creek front, meadow, shaded and unshaded, and a specific area for if you bring horses. You choose what you want.
You can reserve a spot (we did this and were very grateful since we had to keep leaving and coming back). We had service this last time too in July 2021 for the first time (T-Mobile). Hubby was able to work remotely just fine.
ScoutNice facilities, paved pull-thru and back in spots. I checked in around 8 pm and found no one at the entrance booths but there are provisions to leave a cash payment in an envelope and drop into a slot. The traffic noise from I-15 is quite present. It's very distracting and probably the loudest I've experienced. On the bright side, it is easy to access being right off the exit.
GuideThis park is beautiful. Arrived around 2pm on a Friday and stayed at Cutler Flats. Didn't look at the other campgrounds so can't speak to them in particular. Drove up and down the loop and most were available at that time. All but one site was taken by night time. Stayed in site 12 which was a great spot. It's next to the bathroom, but didn't notice any smell. Felt pretty private, lots of trees and brush between sites. This spot in particular had a large open space with beautiful views of the mountains. Great spot if you need solar. Sun was on us more than other spots that were tucked into the trees. Lots of beautiful hiking trails where we only passed one other party. Would love to come back.
ScoutI've never seen so many shooting stars before. The sites were plenty big, each had a fire pit and picnic table and were close to legit toilets. It was beautiful. Worth the drive to get a little further off the beaten path.
RangerStayed for Memorial Day weekend in the cottonwood campground. With citronella candles, bug sprays and bug deterrent bracelets, the mosquitoes and other bugs were relentless. That’s the only bad thing I have to say about camping here.
This campground is right next to the I-15, and a set of train tracks that seem to see daily use. We didn’t lose any sleep from noise, though, with our AC running at night, and during the day, the freeway was like white noise.
I loved that the sites were spacious, the grounds were clean and there were some great amenities.
There’s a nature trail through the grounds, a nice playground, and a 5 min walk to the beach.
We got about a dozen channels with our little antenna and our T-Mobile service was 3 bars of 5G.
Recommendations from a Utahn:
Maddox Fine Food (Dinner)
Call’s Drive In (Delicious Burgers)
Smith & Edwards (Attraction / Grocer / Shopping—Must See)
GuideWe did not have reservations and with two long back to back travel days heading home, we needed an easy place to land close to the interstate. $60 for one night electric and water which we did not need for our teardrop, but all sites were the same price which included park fees.
Very nice staff and host found us a spot with which even had a limited view of the lake. Site was brand new with pull through that would easily accommodate a larger rig. Had a nice pavilion type cover over the picnic table, fire ring, and restrooms and showers were new in the section we were staying in.
As sun went down the mosquitos started to swarm and chased us inside. Haven't experienced that level of bugginess outside of several of the swamps we camped at in the southeast. Middle of the night a skunk visited our campsite and hung around for quite a while. Traffic noise from I-15 was excessive.
Don't let the pictures fool you. Views were ok in most directions but what I did not show was the large commercial storage yard used by the park service which was directly next door to our campsite. Fee's should have been much lower given the location but we did not have reservations and were fortunate to get a site.
If camping in a traditional RV this is an ok option, and it is cheaper than some of the commercial campgrounds nearby. Would stay here again if we needed an easy overnight stopover as the location is terrific.
LegendThis cabin needs to be reserved first and foremost. The # can be found in the pictures. It is close to the reservoir of you need to cool off and there is also the creek which runs right next to it! It has picnic tables and a bbq grill and sleeping space inside for a few people
Dispersed camping areas near North Logan offer alternatives to established campgrounds for those seeking more primitive experiences. North Logan sits at approximately 4,775 feet elevation in Cache Valley, with surrounding mountains reaching heights over 9,000 feet. Summer temperatures typically range from 50-90°F with limited rainfall, making late spring through early fall the optimal camping season.
Mountain biking at North Fork Park: North Fork County Park provides extensive trail systems suitable for various skill levels. "There's a short waterfall hike, but also a long hike that will take you up to Ben Lomond Peak & cut across to Willard Peak. Go when there's no smoke and you'll have breathtaking views (I'd say May & June are your best bet)," notes Morgan L. from North Fork County Park.
Reservoir recreation at Hyrum State Park: Located 12 miles from North Logan, this state park offers boating, swimming, and fishing. "It's right on a small lake with a boat ramp and a small beach. The campground is small… about 8 or 9 sites with w/e and about a dozen sites with dry camping," explains Brenda L. from Hyrum State Park Campground.
Exploring Idaho backcountry: For those willing to drive farther, the Idaho border offers additional camping opportunities. "You can drive well into Idaho. You can drive for about 1.5 hours up in here and see amazing river meadow mountain views. The views are truly amazing," shares johny R. about the Franklin Basin area.
Privacy and space: Campers appreciate sites that offer room to spread out. "The sites were plenty big, each had a fire pit and picnic table and were close to legit toilets. It was beautiful. Worth the drive to get a little further off the beaten path," writes Stephanie R. about her experience at North Fork County Park.
Well-maintained facilities: "Bathrooms and developed campsites with plenty of trees and a creek running through it!" Doug E. notes about Malad Summit Guard Station, highlighting the importance of basic amenities even in more remote locations.
River access: Many campgrounds offer water features that enhance the camping experience. At Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping, Kennedy F. reports, "Ended up driving this road up to Idaho to find a bigger spot and some solitude. Took the dirt road for about 30 minutes and got the most perfect spot. Nobody was near us and the view was amazing."
Seasonal conditions: Weather varies significantly by elevation. "We went at the beginning of June, it was a bit chilly some mornings and at night, so come prepared," cautions Kennedy F. about the Franklin Basin area.
Site availability challenges: "Tons of land, tons of campsites.. but most are 'occupied' by empty trailers with no other vehicles or people around. There's empty cars parked on top of fire pits, no tents or any sort of life nearby. Felt strange," reports Kaden M. about Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping.
Access considerations: Road conditions affect site accessibility. "The road gets narrower as you drive up the canyon and the campsites are spread out along the way over about 5+ miles. I wouldn't recommend going too far in with a big trailer," advises Jake S. about dispersed sites in the area.
Campground gates: "They totally lock the front gate at 10PM so if you are out after that time, you have to park your car on the street and walk to your campsite," warns Sandra W. about Hyrum State Park, noting important logistics for late arrivals.
Kid-friendly activities: "My husband and I recently took our toddler and infant here and had a blast. They found joy in simply throwing pebbles in the creek and making mud," shares Morgan L. about North Fork County Park, highlighting simple activities for young children.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: "Walking around at dusk we saw deer and a large barn owl. Sounds of the crickets made for a very magical feel just after sunset," notes Laura K. about her experience at Cottonwood Campground.
Insect protection: Bring appropriate repellents for mosquito-prone areas. "With citronella candles, bug sprays and bug deterrent bracelets, the mosquitoes and other bugs were relentless," warns Rara B. about Cottonwood Campground, emphasizing the importance of preparation.
Site selection for larger vehicles: "We got there late at night and were able to make it to the first site in our 30' bumper pull, but anything bigger than that would likely have a lot of trouble getting up the very bendy dirt road," cautions Maggy P. about Dock Flat Campground.
Hookup availability: For those requiring amenities, select campgrounds accordingly. "This state park is basically in the middle of a neighborhood of a small community. Locals seem to love it but it's not crowded at all... All the sites are paved (even the dry camping sites) and level. Grassy and shady on most sites," reports Brenda L. about Hyrum State Park.
Horse trailer considerations: For those seeking equestrian camping near North Logan, Utah, note that most dispersed areas can accommodate trailers but have limited facilities specifically for horses. The road clearance in higher elevation sites presents challenges for horse trailers, especially beyond the initial miles of well-maintained roads.
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