Salt Lake City area campgrounds provide options for overnight stays with varying accessibility to urban conveniences and mountain recreation. Many RV parks operate year-round, including those situated closer to metro areas and those nestled in nearby mountain communities. Park City RV Resort sits at a higher elevation than Salt Lake City proper, offering cooler summer temperatures and proximity to both recreational trails and shopping.
What to do
River activities: walk or float: Echo Island RV Resort offers access to two small rivers for fishing and recreation. "Beautiful setting on two small rivers with shade. Full hookups, spacious sites. Nice pool and hot tub," notes one visitor. The campground also has fishing and kayaking opportunities for families.
Mountain biking access: Trails near RV parks provide riding options without traveling far. "There is a trailhead right down the road that is along the Weber River. Mountain bike or hike, you will have a good time," shares a visitor about Riverside RV Resort. These trails connect to larger networks in the area.
Drive scenic routes: The mountains surrounding Salt Lake City feature roads with views and access to higher elevations. "Don't miss the Big Cottonwood Canyon Drive up to Park City. Amazing," recommends a visitor staying at Lagoon RV Park & Campground. This route climbs from the valley floor into the Wasatch Mountains with pullouts for photos.
What campers like
Proximity to attractions: Many RV parks are strategically positioned near area highlights. "Convenient location right off the highway with full hook ups and nice paved sites. Dog areas, playground, games, and a pool. Easy access to the Jordan River Trail for running, biking, or sunset walks," explains a camper about Pony Express RV Resort.
Multiple pools and recreation: Larger resorts feature extensive amenities for longer stays. "This spacious RV park has two pools (one limited to adults only), two dog parks (one large enough for big dogs to run and fetch), two sets of pickle ball courts and is spacious and level and nice," reports a camper at Mountain Valley RV Resort.
Adult-only sections: Some parks designate quiet areas away from family activities. "Now they have opened a new section for adults only, with its own separate 21 and over facilities," mentions a camper at Mountain Valley RV Resort. This allows for different camping experiences within the same property.
What you should know
Interstate noise proximity: Many RV parks in the area sit close to highways for convenient access. "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 as well," reports a camper about Riverside RV Resort.
Seasonal availability: Not all parks operate year-round. Lagoon RV Park & Campground operates from "May 5 - Oct 31" according to their information, while Echo Island RV Resort has certain areas closed seasonally: "The bottom level also had nice grassy areas for kids to play in. It was closed for the winter as of Oct 9th though."
Spacing between sites: Site dimensions vary significantly between parks. "Sites typically close with grass area separating. No shade or privacy. Narrow interior roads," notes a visitor about Pony Express RV Resort. Site selection matters for comfort during busy periods.
Tips for camping with families
Access to theme parks: Mountain Shadows RV Park provides a convenient base for visiting local attractions. "The facility had wonderful laundry and bathrooms," mentions a visitor, making it suitable for family needs when visiting Salt Lake City area attractions.
Kid-friendly amenities: Parks cater to different age groups with targeted facilities. "There are a lot of amenities, clean facilities, and concrete pads. The sites are pretty close together so if you like your space, this probably isn't the best place," advises a camper at Pony Express RV Resort, adding "There is a plant nearby so it kind of smells."
Water features: Swimming pools provide recreation during hot summer months. "The gnats and mosquitos are are just as annoying as the permanent kids in the park. The playground is clean, a good sized one, but overrun with unsupervised kids," warns a visitor to Pony Express RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Level site selection: Confirm pad conditions when booking. "Bit overpriced and tight road and sites. Lots of kids and noise. Sites as expected...we ended up not going on the park due to rain unfortunately. Recommend getting a paved site," advises an RVer at Lagoon RV Park & Campground.
Big rig considerations: RVers with larger motorhomes should verify site dimensions. "Challenging back-in for our 30' ft travel trailer. Very cramped spot. Fortunately, we arrived before neighbors on both side did. Neighbor on the right side was kind enough to put his awning in making our morning departure easier," reports a visitor about Mountain Shadows RV Park.
Hookup reliability: Services vary by site location within parks. "We paid almost $50 for full hook ups on the second level. A back in site really close to two other RVs on dirt/rocks," notes a camper at Park City RV Resort, indicating price variations by site type and location.
