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Primitive camping opportunities abound in the areas surrounding Randolph, Utah, where public lands and state parks offer a mix of established and dispersed sites. Woodruff Narrows Public Access Area provides lakeside dispersed camping with basic toilets but no other amenities, while Bear Lake State Park offers multiple developed campgrounds with varying levels of services including electrical hookups and shower facilities. Curtis Creek and areas near Monte Cristo provide free dispersed camping options on public lands that accommodate both tent and RV camping, though without developed facilities.
Road conditions significantly affect access to many camping areas in the region, particularly for dispersed sites. The unpaved access road to Woodruff Narrows requires slow driving but remains passable for larger vehicles including RVs and trailers. Higher elevation sites near Monte Cristo and Curtis Creek may have seasonal closures with most campgrounds operating between May and October due to heavy snowfall in winter months. Several established campgrounds including Little Creek operate seasonally from late spring through early fall. A visitor to Woodruff Narrows noted, "Very private boondocking area about 10 miles off the highway. The road is okay if you go slowly; we came in with our 31' class A pulling a 12' box trailer."
Waterfront camping emerges as a distinctive feature of the region, with Bear Lake State Park offering several campgrounds with beach access and water views. Campers frequently mention the solitude and scenic quality of dispersed sites, particularly at Woodruff Narrows where one reviewer described it as "spacious and peaceful" with "excellent views and quiet." Wind exposure presents a common challenge mentioned in reviews, particularly at lakeside locations. The dispersed camping areas near Monte Cristo receive high ratings for their privacy and natural surroundings. Several visitors highlight the abundance of wildlife viewing opportunities, from birds and waterfowl at Woodruff Narrows to occasional moose sightings. Bear Lake's distinctive blue waters create a popular summer destination, though reviewers note the campgrounds there can become crowded during peak season.
"I got here around midnight. If I could do it over, I’d get here while the sun was still up so I could scout out a better spot, but it was a nice, quiet night."
"Great campsites next to the lake. Excellent views and quiet. Only saw a couple other campers off in the distance. Lots of birds and ducks to watch. Saw a moose way off in the distance."
"Good fishing, good riding and away from everything what’s not to love?!"
from $12 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Great area for lake access"
"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"A 4 mile-ish drive off the main road this site is located right next to the lake and has vault toilets. It was lovely and peaceful and we woke up to a lovely sunrise."
"Great view of the lake and the mountains. We really enjoyed the night. We didn't have internet with T-Mobile."
"Our campsite #12 had a little path to it, it was very green full of trees all around making us super private even with other sites nearby. Enough space for 2 tents. Came with a table & fire pit."
"The campground is surrounded by majestic Aspen, Pine and other trees."
from $28 - $259 / night
Check Availability"We stayed about 5 miles outside of Bear Lake in the mountains past mile marker 492. Lots of campsites that are plenty private and have the capacity to hold a LOT of people each."
"Super lovely with easy access to the water. No showers at this campground, but I was able to get one in at the other campground. Would stay again!"
from $40 / night
Check Availability"We have no cell service in the campground but you can walk to the road and get service if needed. Behind the bathrooms on the South side there is a little trail with a beautiful view of the lake."
"Sunrise Campground sites are immersed in trees to give you a surrounding cozy and comfortable feeling. Back in sites include a fire ring and sturdy picnic table..."
from $24 - $204 / night
Check Availability"Location is great to be close to the lake with full hook ups. The resort uses EVERY square inch so it feels very crowded."
"You can walk or drive to the beach that I think is exclusive to sun outdoors"
from $55 - $65 / night
Check Availability"Public outhouses are available. if you are up to walking a bit the ones near the day use area are cleaner and used less. Beautiful lake."
"We had wanted to camp at Bear Lake and there was 1 site left were we had wanted."
ScoutWe liked staying at sun outdoors. It was a quiet place with about 200 spots. A pool, hot tub and playground.
You can walk or drive to the beach that I think is exclusive to sun outdoors
GuideThe 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!
GuideThis 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!
TravelerAt 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.
TravelerThis is a great area to camp
TravelerGreat area for lake access
TravelerBrrn coming here since I was a kid
TravelerGreat location and camp ground was clean camp host were great
GuideRight off the highway only 15 minutes from the city, it is surrounded by trees, plants, and then a creek of which all come together to take you into a nice hidden getaway. The sites were big and great for tents, and the environment nice seeing that so many people were hiking and fishing yet everyone was quiet at night. As for the bathrooms, they could definitely be better, and the bear dumpster was a little far. There were trash bins by the bathroom labeled "non-household items" which seemingly confuse some people who were definitely throwing trash in those bins, which is obviously something that should be better managed fr the sake of the visitors and bears.
If the bathrooms were cleaner, I think id easily give this a 5/5
Near Randolph, Utah, dispersed camping spots range from 5,900 to 9,000 feet elevation, with Monte Cristo campground sitting at 8,700 feet. This elevation variation creates distinct temperature differences between camping locations, with higher areas like Monte Cristo experiencing summer daytime temperatures in the upper 60s and overnight lows in the 40s. Seasonal availability varies significantly with many sites closing from October through May due to snow accumulation.
Fishing access points: Woodruff Narrows Public Access Area provides shoreline fishing with views of the reservoir. One camper noted, "Gorgeous location right next to the lake. It was very quiet and open. We were the only campers there!"
Wildlife viewing: Monte Cristo offers excellent wildlife spotting opportunities. "I could hear owls hooting at night and elk bugling in the morning. It was fantastic!" reports one visitor to the campground.
Paddleboarding opportunities: Bear Lake's unique blue waters make it ideal for paddleboarding. "The sites all have electricity (15, 30, and 50 amp) and water hook ups. The beach is rocky with patches of sand. It's a good SUP spot," according to a visitor at South Eden Campground.
Mountain hiking trails: Explore trails connected directly to campgrounds in the area. "There are also easily accessible hiking trails connecting from the campground. ATV/UTV trails are plentiful nearby as well as fishing and swimming," a camper at Monte Cristo observed.
Private camping areas: Sunrise Campground offers secluded sites away from crowds. "This campground is beautiful and the sites are huge! The bathrooms were pretty clean. Cell service was decent," noted one camper.
Fall foliage viewing: Dispersed camping near Monte Cristo provides spectacular autumn colors. "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," shared one visitor.
Accessible water activities: Bear Lake State Park offers clear, shallow water perfect for wading. "The beach has fine sand and the water depth is super gradual - it'll take 50-60 yards to get waist deep. Crystal clear water. I don't normally get into lakes, but this was different," explains a camper.
Cool summer temperatures: Higher elevation campsites provide relief from valley heat. "We took my daughter to this campground just to day camp and hang hammocks. It was a perfect day to do so. The temp was 76 when we got there and it was the right day to get out of the heat and relax," a Monte Cristo visitor reported.
Site availability timing: Many dispersed camping areas fill quickly on weekends. "There are tons of free site all up and down the main road. The only problem is it is busy if you leave on Friday plan to get there by 3 at the latest. Spots fill quick," warns a camper about dispersed camping near Monte Cristo.
Insect conditions: Some waterfront areas have significant insect activity. "Beautiful views but insanely buggy this time of year. Couldn't open my vehicle doors for a second or they flooded in," reported a visitor to Woodruff Narrows Bear Riverside.
Water temperature realities: Despite hot summer days, lake water remains cold. "Very cold lake!" notes a camper at Rendezvous Beach, while another mentions, "The water was a little on the chilly side so we did more wading than swimming."
Cell service limitations: Reception varies widely between campgrounds. "We have no cell service in the campground but you can walk to the road and get service if needed," explained a Sunrise Campground visitor, while Monte Cristo reports "no cell service" in some areas.
Shallow water swimming: Rendezvous Beach — Bear Lake State Park offers gradual-entry swimming areas. "Bear Lake State Park offers multiple developed campgrounds with beach access and water views. The water depth is super gradual so if you have kids not to worry so much," explains a visitor.
Trail exploration with children: Little Creek Campground provides accessible outdoor activities. "This place has lots and lots of places to pull off and camp pretty much to accommodate any group size. Good fishing, good riding and away from everything what's not to love?!" shares a camper.
Group camping options: Larger family gatherings can utilize designated group areas. "The group site has full hookups with a pit toilet and a dump station. The group site also has a pavilion, grass, and trees," reports a visitor to Bear Lake State Park.
Yurt accommodations: Sunrise Campground offers yurts for families wanting a more comfortable option. "This was the first time that we stayed in a yurt, and it is a game changer. It is honestly so nice once in a while to not have to put up camp or break camp. For a nice, glamping getaway this is the place to be."
Leveling considerations: Finding level sites requires advance scouting in dispersed areas. "Very nice spots for a 40 ft classA or any large RV. Pretty level with nice views. All have water, electric but no sewer. Our site is 11 and it is right off the beach and no campers are able to block our view," explains a visitor to South Eden Campground.
Access road navigation: Woodruff Narrows Bear Riverside has specific access considerations. "Great spot. Easily accessible via a good, easy gravel road. Plenty of spots to choose from. Great view of the lake and the mountains."
RV size limitations: Not all dispersed areas accommodate larger rigs. "About 1/4 mile down a dirt road from Hwy 39 is a good single boondocking spot with a great view. Not for large RVs. Our 17 ft trailer with 4x4 was tricky to get into the spot because the loop was so small," explains a camper about dispersed camping near Monte Cristo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find camping near Randolph, Utah?
Randolph offers several camping options within a short drive. Bear Lake State Park Campground provides water, toilets, and is big-rig friendly with beautiful lake views about 30 minutes away. For a more wooded experience, Sunrise Campground is located just off Highway 89 west of Garden City, offering spacious, shaded sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Additional options include Monte Cristo campground near Woodruff and Little Creek Campground. Most campgrounds in the area are open from late May through September, with some offering reservations through recreation.gov or state park websites.
Is dispersed camping allowed in the Randolph area?
Yes, dispersed camping is available in the Randolph area, primarily on U.S. Forest Service and BLM land. Dispersed camping near Monte Cristo offers free sites with drive-in and walk-in access about 30 minutes from Randolph. These sites typically have no amenities but provide a more primitive camping experience. Green Canyon Dispersed Campground is another option within driving distance, though it can get busy on weekends. Remember that dispersed camping usually follows a 14-day stay limit, requires you to pack out all waste, and may have seasonal fire restrictions. Check with the local Forest Service office for current conditions and regulations.
What are the best campgrounds in Randolph, UT for RVs?
Traveland RV Park is an excellent option for RVers, offering level sites with good hookups and is conveniently located just off the highway behind a hotel. The park is far enough from the road that highway noise isn't noticeable. Another great choice is Bear Lake/Trail Side KOA Journey, which is smaller and quieter than other area KOAs but allows guests access to facilities at both locations. The sites are well-maintained with amenities like TV, microwave, and refrigerator in their cabins. For state park camping with RV access, Rendezvous Beach at Bear Lake State Park accommodates big rigs and offers water access.
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