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Best Campgrounds near Provo, UT

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Several good camping spots surround Provo, Utah, with options ranging from developed RV parks to more basic sites. Lakeside RV Campground sits near Utah Lake where campers can fish or take boats out on the water. The campground has full hookups that work well for people traveling in RVs. Zion and Arches National Parks make good side trips if you're camping in the area for several days. Weather varies dramatically by season - summers get hot while winter often brings snow to higher camps. Some mountain camping areas need vehicles with good clearance to reach them safely. Always check current road conditions and which trails are open before heading out. Fire rules change throughout the year, and some areas require permits, so research what's needed before your trip. During busy times, especially summer weekends, you'll want to book campsites ahead of time at the more popular places. A little planning makes camping around Provo much more enjoyable.

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Best Camping Sites Near Provo, Utah (257)

    1. Lakeside RV Campground

    27 Reviews
    Orem, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 373-5267

    $31 - $48 / night

    "We stopped here while passing through Provo, and this was such a convenient and peaceful spot to sleep in the city."

    "Lakeside was our home for 3 nights while we were in town for Provo’s annual Colonial Festival."

    2. Nunns Park

    27 Reviews
    Aspen Grove, UT
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 851-8640

    "The only bad part about this camp site is all the highway noise. It is close to the Provo river and there is lots of shade so that is nice. Great place to have a camp fire and cook some S'mores. "

    "Close in to town, very pretty with Provo river next to it. Bike path and highway noise can be distracting."

    3. Utah Lake State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Orem, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 375-0731

    $50 - $100 / night

    "This is Utah's biggest fresh water lake. There are lots, and lot of bug so bring bug spray.

    Awesome mountain views. Good fishing in the Provo river or lake fishing."

    "Gorgeous view across the lake. Quiet. Electricity worked well. Extremely clean. Camp hosts were nowhere to be found and another rig had claimed the end lake-adjacent site I paid for."

    4. Springville / Provo KOA Holiday

    19 Reviews
    Springville, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 491-0700

    $50 - $300 / night

    "We stayed at the Springville/ Provo Utah KOA in September 2021. This is a full service KOA with nice FHU 50 amp pull-thru sites which were long, wide and level."

    "Knowing that this would be more of a "city" KOA, we were prepared for the tight sites but the view of the mountains and access to hot springs, food, gas, etc. is well worth it!"

    5. Granite Flat (utah)

    38 Reviews
    Mutual Dell, UT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 - $401 / night

    "Tucked in very back. Long ways to walk from car. Water spout next to car area. Will be sharing parking with 2 other sites. 2 lakes nearby. Fire pit with grill gate. Shaded area."

    "Utah is such an amazing place to visit for the outdoors. My family and I come here once a year because we love hiking and being in the outdoors."

    6. Squaw Peak Road Dispersed

    15 Reviews
    Provo, UT
    3 miles

    "Great view into Provo. Seemed like we had a fair bit of traffic on the road we stayed on and about 4 inches of snow."

    "This site is deep past the meadows near square peak. You continue to follow the dirt road in and on your left is a small depression in the land with a fire pit and ample space for tents or hammocks."

    7. Uinta National Forest Hope Campground

    12 Reviews
    Provo, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 - $62 / night

    "Really close to the Provo River for day activities."

    "For only 25min from downtown provo, this is a wonderful place to go for a night. Super kind camp host and well maintained roads."

    8. Little Mill

    20 Reviews
    Mutual Dell, UT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $256 / night

    "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."

    "The lake is right up the road and a great place to swim and fish. There is a sliding rock for kids to climb and play on near the camp grounds. So many bike and walking trails."

    9. Miner's Canyon Dispersed

    19 Reviews
    Saratoga Springs, UT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 977-4300

    "Directions brought us right to the location. Road was rough into the sites and were hard to determine specific sites. Ended up pulling into edge of field. Definitely a good quiet night's sleep"

    "Spent a few nights there, easy access to Saratoga Springs for water, dump, and groceries."

    10. Mt. Timpanogos

    12 Reviews
    Aspen Grove, UT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 785-3563

    $28 - $31 / night

    "This campground is within 40 minutes of town, but feels like you are far away from your worries. There is a stream that runs thru it and a lot of trees that provide plenty of shade."

    "This area, really all of American Fork Canyon is among the prettiest places in Utah Valley. Go! Camp! Hike Timp!"

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  • Allisson G.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Uinta National Forest Hope Campground

    Great views, lots of Yellowjacket’s

    The yellowjackets were pretty annoying to deal with until after dusk and they’re right back out as soon as it’s light. My husband and I camped at an overlook spot about a mile north of this campground and it was an amazing view, little car activity but lots of yellowjackets. I’d recommend bringing a trap and wear peppermint essential oil to deter

  • Taylor K.
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Tinney Flat

    Great spot!

    There is a sign on the way up that says no dispersed camping, but that’s just for a specific area. A little ways past that it switches back to free dispersed. Nice quiet spot with hardly anyone else! Cute stream and mountain bike track on the way up too.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Lakeside RV Campground

    Nice quiet park

    Friendly staff nice level sites pull through FHU grassy spot between sites.

  • Doug B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Spanish Oaks Campground

    Great views

    Great campground with nice views. Fun mbt trails..and easy access to paved Spanish Fork river trail.

  • Roman P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2025

    Chokecherry Campground — Deer Creek State Park

    Dead Deer Creek

    A nice camp. 30 $ for a tent is a bit more than usual, but they have nice showers :) Selected this so I can swim in the lake, but it is not allowed due HAB...

  • Peter H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Sun Outdoors North Salt Lake

    Big crowded TV park

    It really depends on what you are looking for, if you to be in the city and don’t mind confined campgrounds then this is for you. Showers, laundry, pool, hot tub and store.

  • Cole A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Pony Express RV Resort

    Nice compact

    Like others have said…if you want space to spread out this is not the place for you.

    If you’re looking for a place that is convenient, full hook up, level concrete pads, subdivision desperate house wife’s camping addition this is the place to be!

    100.00 per night is high, in my opinion. For one adult and a cocker who doesn’t make a sound. Rare I know.

    Like many other places who advertise free wifi might as well plan on using your phone or star link or whatever you may have.

    If I planned on staying for a few months I would consider staying here. Only if they had a hefty monthly discounted rate. I think the state parks would be a better option for a one or two night stay.

  • Adam B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Mount Timpanogos Campground

    It’s like a little Switzerland

    Very quiet, sites are pretty level. Currently the vault toilets are closed but they have portable toilets available that appear to be cleaned every 3 days. Host Sara is very nice. Cell service Verizon and att is decent. Road up is steep but smooth. Lots of cars parked on the road near the campsite makes for difficult driving around on tight roads in our 26.5 foot RV but we were able to do it. Mountains are very beautiful up here. As always people don’t seem to understand the concept of pack it in pack it out so there is some trash but much better than most other sites. We always end up having to pick up after others because most people just don’t seem to care and figure someone else will do it for them. Keep it Better than you found it.

  • Steve M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Mud Creek Campground

    Very good dispersed camping

    This is a very large area where there may be a hundred people camping but there's still plenty of room for 100 more. It's open and yet the forest is right next to you. There are Forest roads that go up into the mountains that are great

Guide to Provo

Camping near Provo, Utah, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet place to unwind, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Water activities: Enjoy swimming, fishing, or boating at Strawberry Bay. One camper mentioned, "The water is clear and perfect for all water activities."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails around Granite Flat. A visitor noted, "The drive and location is beautiful. The campground is large and there is a lot of privacy."
  • Astrophotography: If you're into stargazing, Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground is a great spot. One reviewer said, "Jordanelle State Park is a good place to go for astrophotography."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathrooms at Spruces - Big Cottonwood. A visitor shared, "Both were quite pleasant with clean bathrooms, large sites and friendly neighbors."
  • Spacious sites: Many enjoy the wide spacing between sites at Granite Flat. One camper mentioned, "Camp sites are wide apart and have lots of room."
  • Beautiful views: The scenery at Strawberry Bay is a highlight. A reviewer said, "The campground was quiet and clean and host was fantastic!"

What you should know:

  • Road noise: Some campgrounds, like Little Mill, are near busy roads. A camper noted, "The road noise was a lot more than I expected... especially at night."
  • Limited amenities: Campgrounds like Nunns Park lack showers and some other facilities. One visitor mentioned, "Most sites are small, low clearance coming in and close to highway."
  • Busy during peak season: Campgrounds can fill up quickly, especially at Strawberry Bay. A camper advised, "It’s FCFS and gets really busy, so arrive early in the morning."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose a family-friendly campground: Mountain Valley RV Resort is great for families. One parent said, "The park is nice and flat that kids are riding scooters and rollerblading throughout."
  • Bring outdoor games: Many campers enjoy activities like pickleball at Mountain Valley RV Resort. A visitor mentioned, "They have showers, cable, wifi, pickleball, pool and hot tubs."
  • Plan for activities: Campgrounds like Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground offer access to water sports. One camper noted, "Clean campground with access to water sports, and very close to Park City."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site size: Make sure your RV fits the site, especially at places like Lakeside RV Campground. A reviewer said, "Our 30’ rig hardly fit in the spot."
  • Look for amenities: Campgrounds like Mountain Valley RV Resort offer great amenities. One camper raved, "Amazing staff, beautiful meticulous clean grounds and facilities."
  • Be prepared for noise: Some campgrounds, like Nunns Park, can be noisy due to nearby roads. A visitor mentioned, "Hwy traffic noise is louder near sites 11,12."

Camping near Provo, Utah, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds in Provo Canyon?

Nunns Park is a popular option in Provo Canyon, situated right next to the Provo River. It offers plenty of shade trees, fire pits, and easy access to the nearby bike path. Though the highway noise can be distracting, it's one of the closest campgrounds to Provo and is near the beautiful Bridal Veil Falls. For a more secluded option, consider Granite Flat, which is accessible by driving through the canyon and offers reservable sites with amenities like water and toilets, while still maintaining that natural canyon experience.

Is camping available along the Provo River?

Lower Provo Campground — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest offers camping directly along the Provo River in a beautiful forested setting. Another riverside option is Silver Lake Backcountry, located just 40-50 minutes from Provo with easy access to the water for activities like paddle boarding and kayaking. The Provo River corridor provides multiple camping opportunities where you can fall asleep to the sound of flowing water. Reservations are recommended for riverside sites, especially during peak summer months when fishing and water recreation are popular.

Can I camp with an RV near Provo?

Yes, Provo offers several excellent RV camping options. Willow Park Campground provides an inexpensive stay in town along the Jordan River Parkway, conveniently located between Salt Lake and Provo with easy access to Utah Lake and Thanksgiving Point. For dispersed camping options, Miners Canyon BLM offers free camping with magnificent views of the lake and mountains, plus twinkling city lights from Provo in the evening. Many RV sites in the area are big-rig friendly and some offer full hookups, making the Provo region very accommodating for RV travelers.

What amenities are available at Provo campgrounds?

Lakeside RV Campground offers excellent amenities including clean bathrooms, hot showers, and beautiful tree coverage providing ample shade. It's conveniently located just 12 minutes from downtown Provo. For a state park experience, Rock Cliff Area Campground — Jordanelle State Park features full hook-ups for RVs in a clean, well-maintained setting with spectacular views. Many Provo area campgrounds provide basic amenities like toilets and fire pits, while established campgrounds often include drinking water, picnic tables, and garbage service.

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