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ScoutSun Outdoors North Salt Lake
Friendly, good for a night
This is a good stop over place. It has a pool, store and some outside games. No shade at all and no space between sites but the staff is excellent
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Camping near North Ogden offers both developed campgrounds and primitive options, with North Fork County Park serving as a central hub for outdoor recreation. The area includes several established campgrounds that accommodate tent camping and RVs, with some locations like North Fork providing cabin and yurt rentals. Several state park options exist within driving distance, including Willard Bay State Park with multiple campgrounds such as Cottonwood and South Marina that offer waterfront access and full hookups for recreational vehicles.
Season and elevation significantly impact camping conditions throughout the region. Most campgrounds operate from May through September, with limited winter accessibility. "Nice campground close to beautiful trails, with private and group sites available. Close to Pineview reservoir and the small town of Eden. Good shady spots with picnic tables," noted one visitor about North Fork Park. Road access varies by location, with some campgrounds requiring navigation of mountain roads while others near Interstate 15 provide easier access but come with highway noise. Campgrounds like Century RV Park offer convenient overnight stops with full hookups but experience traffic noise from nearby highways.
The variety of terrain creates distinct camping experiences across the region. Campsites along rivers and creeks remain particularly popular, with visitors frequently highlighting water features in positive reviews. One camper described their experience at North Fork: "We found a site right by the creek, close to the canyon waterfall trail head. The water levels were high so the creek was running pretty fast which made it loud but honestly it drowned out any noise from neighbors and it was perfect." North Fork County Park consistently receives high ratings for its secluded sites, flush toilets, and proximity to hiking trails, including a waterfall trail. While RV parks like Century provide amenities including wifi and clean facilities, nature-focused campers tend to prefer the more remote options with forest cover and mountain views.
Best Campgrounds near North Ogden (132)
1. Brigham City-Perry South KOA
"This was a nice spot tucked away from the interstate but not super far. Clean restrooms, nice staff. Stayed here twice on our trip to Moab. Plan on staying again on other trips to southern Utah"
"They have a lot of orchards near and fresh fruit stand close by which would be great in summer but in the fall it made the area buggy. Easy to get in and out of. Level sites and a quiet area."
2. North Fork County Park
"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."
"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."
from $30 - $40 / night
Check Availability3. Anderson Cove (uinta-wasatch-cache National Forest, Ut)
"Tucked away from SLC, it's a perfect little oasis."
"We enjoyed the camp site and the short walk to the lake. Facilities were clean and staff was great."
from $26 - $313 / night
Check Availability4. Cottonwood Campground — Willard Bay State Park
"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 Availability5. Century RV Park
"The utilities were in the perfect position for an RV towing a car. The front desk was super friendly and gives popcorn every day. Very walkable park and safe."
"Our biggest complaint about this park was the minimal distance between sites. It does have close proximity to a lot of what Ogden offers."
6. Riverside RV Resort
"River and walking trail just steps away from all sites. Would be nice if the dog park was finished. There are other amenities that are planned to be available, but are not available yet."
"There is a dog park area and access to a trail which runs along the river. There is a lot of noise from the interstate and the nearby Air Force base."
from $59 - $74 / night
Check Availability7. Willard Peak Campground
"Close to hiking trails and lake."
"But it is quieter than being next to the freeway."
from $38 - $63 / night
Check Availability8. Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park
"One of our favorite state parks in Utah is only~45 minutes away from Salt Lake City! There are bison, antelope, deer, and many other animals that call this island home."
"By far one of my favorite stops through Utah ❤️ absolutely breathtaking views, along with scenic routes to see wildlife such as the bison."
from $30 - $200 / night
Check Availability9. Willow Creek Campground — Willard Bay State Park
"I arrived at around 6:30 PM with no reservation and had no issues. The guy at the front gate was a peach, super kind and helpful. It’s $25 a night for a tent site."
"We had spot 119 and had a perfect view of the beautiful mountains behind us and the lake in front. We had beach access down to the beach and got to watch the sunset completely private."
from $60 / night
Check Availability10. Box Elder Campground
"We stayed here one night and liked it for all the trees and shade, and yet still being pretty close to the city and lake."
"It is only 10 miles or less off the main highway, yet very private with lots of trees! Great birding, too!"
from $26 - $219 / night
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Drive Time
- 10 min from Ogden, UT
- 38 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 43 min from Logan, UT
- 1 hr 17 min from Provo, UT
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Recent Reviews near North Ogden, UT
792 Reviews of 132 North Ogden Campgrounds
Morgan R.
GuideBrigham City-Perry South KOA
Loved this spot!
The whole family loved this spot! My son loved the pool and the playground. The lady that helped us check in a spot last minute was soo nice! We arrived almost at closing time and she kept the pool open for us to enjoy! Very accommodating and kind. They even have a kitchen that serves food so we didn’t have to worry about cooking food! They also have unlimited pancakes, cereal, and coffee in the morning. The spot was just far enough in from the main road that it was quiet. The showers and bathrooms were clean. Had a great fire and a wonderful stay!
Buzz _.GuideWoodruff Narrows Reservoir
This location is NOT underwater! ;)
This site is on a rock outcropping along the Woodruff Narrows Reservoir. Due to drought in Wyoming (and the west, in general) many reservoirs are drying up. This makes for good dispersed camping. One day, it'll come back, but for now, this site is perfect for someone who wants an empty space to do some boondocking!
- CChristopher K.Guide
Echo Island RV Resort
This place would be great for family reunions
This place has many amenities to get away for a few days or until you feel like leaving. There is a swimming pool, hot tub, adventure canopy with zipline, treetop trampoline, and obstacle course. There's many other amenities that haven't been mentioned. This place is great for kids to get the energy out while parents can relax and watch them have fun. This is the second summer we have come here and hope to make it a long standing tradition.
- PPaula K.Guide
Riverside RV Resort
Great Place
Got here thinking I was going to have to do a back-in, instead they gave us a pullthru☆☆☆☆☆. The roads and sites are asphalted, don't know about the rest but pullthru sites have two each electric post, water hydrants, and sewer ports. One set towards the rear of site other about midway. Mowed grass in-between sites and not crowded. Shade is kinda short supply. This place is in My list stop here anytime. Wife dealt with the people on sign in and Sunday Afternoon, came back to Rig in a good mood so with that I'd say they were friendly. If Your hot there is a river that adjoins the Park.
Forrest W.
TravelerMonte Cristo
Restful and beautiful
At an elevation of 8,950 ft, days are cool here, and the nights are even cooler. We were here in mid-July, and all the mountain flowers were in mid-bloom.
The campsites on the west side of the campground are the best (Loops A, B, and C). The sites on that side are well-spaced with lots of spruce and aspen trees between, and boast an amazing mountain garden of flowering plants that provide a beautiful privacy screen.
The vault toilets throughout the campground are clean and well-stocked, and even have garbage cans. There are water spigots at all of the toilets, and all of them were turned on when we were there. There are no RV water hookups, though.
Our favorite section is Loop C (Sites 15, 16, and 17). We stayed at Site 15, which worked well for our campervan, but the drive-through in which we parked our van would've been a little too steep if we hadn't had leveling blocks. Site 16 just up the road is very level. It also offers better options for pitching a tent compared to Site 15.
On the other side of Loop C, the only other campsite on the loop (# 17) provides excellent spots for tents, and is nicely secluded. The parking spot for Site 17 is pretty steep though, and there really isn't enough room for anything other than a short trailer.
As is normal for mid-July in the Wasatch, the mosquitos were out in full force. We had to douse ourselves in bug spray, and we still got more than just a few bites. The camp host (Michael) told me that normally they would have already sprayed for female mosquitos (i.e., the ones that bite), but budget cuts to the Forest Service have reduced the mosquito-abatement team to just one person, and this person is now the sole individual performing spraying for 88 different campgrounds in northern Utah.
There aren't a lot of hiking opportunities in the area other than an ATV trail that runs near the campground, but we were content just to chill in the cool mountain air and to stargaze at night.
- Frank M.Traveler
Box Elder Campground
Great hidden spot
This is a great area to camp
- Frank M.Traveler
Rendezvous Beach — Bear Lake State Park
Family Fun
Great area for lake access
- Frank M.Traveler
Lagoon RV Park & Campground
Family fun
Great camp spot and right next to lagoon
Guide to North Ogden
North Ogden camping spots sit at the gateway to Utah's Wasatch Mountains, with elevations ranging from 4,500 to 9,000 feet across nearby camping options. Many campgrounds near North Ogden remain open year-round, though winter access often requires snow-capable vehicles. The area's position between mountain and lake environments creates distinct seasonal conditions, with hot, dry summers and cold, sometimes snowy winters.
What to do
Hike waterfall trails: North Fork County Park has accessible waterfall hikes suitable for various skill levels. "Had a great stay at North Fork. Camped in the canyon near the trailheaad for the waterfall hike. We stayed at campsite 6 which was great, but they were all really nice. Excellent mountain bike trails also," noted one North Fork County Park visitor.
Visit Willard Bay: The freshwater reservoir offers swimming, fishing and watersports. "The lake is clean and still very natural. The swans circling the water are something to see," reports a camper at Willard Bay State Park Cottonwood.
Wildlife viewing: Antelope Island State Park provides opportunities to see free-roaming bison and pronghorn. "An amazing place to kick back, relax, and hangout with bison. They walk up and graze through the campsites which is a beautiful thing to wake up to," shares a visitor from Bridger Bay Campground.
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Many campgrounds offer good separation between camping spots near North Ogden. "Enough trees to keep your site private, able to fit a 30' trailer in over 75% of their spots, and holy cow the number of spots they have, this place is the size of 4 good sized camp grounds combined," reports a North Fork camper.
Shoreline access: Direct lake access ranks high on camper reviews. "We had a perfect view of the beautiful mountains behind us and the lake in front. We had beach access down to the beach and got to watch the sunset completely private," notes a camper at Willow Creek Campground.
Mountain biking opportunities: The area offers trails for all skill levels. "Excellent mountain bike trails also. Can't wait to go back and ride more of them," mentioned a North Fork visitor.
What you should know
Bug situation: Mosquitoes and biting flies can be intense, especially near water. "But honeslty, it's hard to walk or bike because the bugs are so bad. I don't just mean the odd bite, I mean coated in biting gnats as soon as you go outside your vehicle," warns a Bridger Bay camper.
Noise considerations: Many campgrounds experience highway and train noise. "The interstate is 20 yards from the first row of sites. It was constant traffic noise 24/7. Sometimes it would slow up a little bit so that you could hear the airplanes flying overhead, or the train going by on the track that are 30 yards away," notes a camper at Riverside RV Resort.
Reservation windows: Popular sites fill quickly during peak season. "You need to reserve sites here well in advance as it fills up for the entire Summer as soon as the reservation window opens," advises an Anderson Cove camper.
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: Several campgrounds offer family-friendly facilities. "We had a delightful stay over Memorial Day weekend. Our kids had a blast swimming, playing at the playground and then spending time in the arcade," shares a visitor to Brigham City-Perry South KOA.
Swimming options: Consider sites with beach access for kids. "There was a lot of space to be spread out from others. The beach is so large and it's easy to camp out. The sand is soft and fun for the kids to build sand castles," notes an Anderson Cove camper.
Family reunion sites: Several campgrounds accommodate large family gatherings. "We've camped all over in North Fork sites! Our family has our anual family reunion in Mustang Flats every summer, CW8 & CW9 are great for 5 families because they're connected by a little road," recommends a North Fork visitor.
Tips from RVers
Full hookup availability: Many sites offer comprehensive RV connections. "Sites are asphalt and VERY long & level—with a strip of grass and some rock gravel. The campground was clean and well maintained. We had 30/50a options, WiFi, water & sewer at our site," notes a Riverside RV Resort visitor.
RV maneuverability: Consider access roads when bringing larger rigs. "It is a lovely place. Sites, streets, and pads, all in excellent condition. Everything looks new. Location is between the interstate and a railroad. Pretty quiet surprisingly," shares another Riverside RV Resort visitor.
Site selection strategy: Review site placement before reserving. "Follow the signs to the 'new entrance' -- but it's well marked and well staffed. The campgrounds are well marked, but we found that our site was actually accessible going the opposite direction from the signage," advises a Willow Creek camper.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near North Ogden, UT?
What camping is available near North Ogden, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, North Ogden, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 132 campgrounds and RV parks near North Ogden, UT and 24 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near North Ogden, UT?
Which is the most popular campground near North Ogden, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near North Ogden, UT is Brigham City-Perry South KOA with a 4.3-star rating from 29 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near North Ogden, UT?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near North Ogden, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 free dispersed camping spots near North Ogden, UT.
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