Campgrounds near Wanship, Utah range from developed state parks to RV resorts with full hookups, offering tent camping, RV sites, and glamping in yurts. Rockport State Park, located about 7 miles south of Wanship, offers multiple camping areas including Twin Coves and Riverside campgrounds with options for tent camping, RVs, and even glamping in yurts. Echo Island RV Resort in nearby Coalville provides 185 sites with amenities for RVs and cabin accommodations. The region includes several state parks within a 30-minute drive that feature waterfront camping opportunities, picnic facilities, and varying levels of hookups for visitors seeking more developed campground experiences.
Access to campgrounds varies seasonally, with many sites operating primarily from May through September. Road conditions generally accommodate standard vehicles, though some campgrounds have limited space for larger RVs. "Sites aren't too close. It's beautiful," noted one camper about Riverside Campground at Rockport State Park. Temperatures in this area can fluctuate significantly, with cool nights even during summer months due to the higher elevation (around 6,000 feet). Most developed campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer weekends. Cell service is generally available at established campgrounds but may be limited in more remote areas between Wanship and surrounding communities.
Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews, particularly at Rockport State Park where campers appreciate the lake views and water access. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "We stayed in slot 12 and it had a beautiful view of the lake. We were close to the sand and beach and enjoyed building sand castles, fishing and taking our small raft on the lake." Several campgrounds in the area feature shaded sites with picnic tables and fire rings, though some reviewers note limited shade at certain locations. Wildlife sightings are common, with some campers reporting encounters with small animals. Visitors should be prepared for insects, particularly near water areas, as multiple reviews mention bringing bug spray. Noise levels vary by location, with roadside campgrounds experiencing more traffic sounds than those situated farther from main highways.
$50 - $300 / night
"Really fun place in Utah. This was my dogs favorite campground so far. They have so much room to walk, and plenty of wildlife around to keep them interested."
"The reason for lower rating is the proximity to the highway."
$35 - $50 / night
"This isn't the prettiest lake. It is nice and big, but since it is one of the closest to Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley, it gets a lot of traffic."
"We stayed at the "McHenry" campground in a spot right next to a creek. The traffic noise was a bit prevalent during the day because it's close to the highway. Great tent pad."
$35 / night
"Rockport State park in Utah, at the Crandall Cove sites. Sites are well kept, the reservoir is really low. Hiking is nice. Bike trails are well kept."
"We always pick a spot near the water and each spot seems to be a good distance away from where others are camping - which is nice."
$29 - $327 / night
"Bathrooms always close by, no showers. All sites have a picnic table and fire pit. If you’re lucky, you can get a site close to the creek. Nice, cool nights in the summer."
"Right up Big Cottonwood Canyon, this campground has the advantage of being up the canyon so you feel far away from the city, but close enough that you could go on a work night and still make it to the"
$40 - $300 / night
"We have always loved our stay at Echo Campground in Utah. The sites are very clean and the camp hosts are very accommodating. We will stay here again"
"The sites are all pathed and we did not need to do any leveling in site #9. You can hear semi truck going along I-80 but they are in the distance."
"The location of these grounds is money. You have direct access to the bike path that leads directly into Old Town Park City and links you with lots of other trails."
"Convenient location right off of hwy 80! Thought there would be highway noise, but we were far away enough not to hear it. Clean bathrooms."
$40 - $120 / night
"The outside of the loop at Dixie C.G. is electric and water only. The inside of the loop has full hook-ups. All sites have long, sturdy metal tables and a metal cover over a concrete pad."
"Close to Favis and Weber counties, this is a great place for 1 or 2 night stays. We usually stay here every spring. The campground is a short walk to the "beach.""
$35 - $200 / night
"Great view of lake and can walk down to swimming area . Great fishing, especially if you know where to go."
"Nice paved paths for our kiddos to right their scooters and fun water activities available to the kids for free (water bounce house etc)."
$29 - $215 / night
"This is super close to my favorite mountain bike ride in Northern Utah - The Wasatch Crest Trail. As you can tell in the pictures, this area is very lush and rich with pine trees."
"The campsites are clean, the bathrooms are exceptionally clean with flushing toilets, you are a walk or hike away from Brighton and immersed in some of the most beautiful mountains around."
$28 / night
"Clean area, plenty of activities to do close by, far enough away from civilization to make the trip worth it."
"There are some good hiking trails near by. The lake is walking distance and is not crowded. Lots of wildlife to enjoy and to be on the look out for."
TravelerI am comparing this campground to Valley View RV park in Layton since we were there for a week before we stayed here- there is a stark difference for the exact same price. The sites at Sun Outdoors are extremely tight, the grounds themselves are not nearly as well maintained- dog park while bigger is just stone and not well maintained- smaller dog park mostly weeds.
ScoutTried to stay here a few days ago and of course it was after hours so online is the only way to check in. However when I tried to pay for my $27 tent spot the final cost ended up being almost $70 and no way to see the charges as to why!!! Highly disappointed and won’t be back.
ScoutHost: Justin was great. When we arrived he was walking around and checking the sites for any fallen trees because there’s a storm that brought in 50mph winds. He also gave us an update on the weather and what t expect. Campground: Cottonwood was great. The best part was the vault toilets. They were clean and did not smell AT ALL. Shout out to the camp host. There are two toilets and one of them the door does not lock. Hopefully that’s fixed by the time you arrive. Sites are spaced out nicely. Camp site C016: Was perfect, with more than enough room for our 9x14 10 person tent. There was a trail that led straight to the river about 30 yards away. The site is close to the entrance of the park so you will hear vehicles coming in and out. It wasn’t bad at all just the occasional diesel trucks and loud exhaust. The flagpole that’s located by the guard station did make a loud metal on metal tapping sound but didn’t bother us much. Overall experience: It was great experience, aside from the storm that rolled through(not the parks fault) if tent camping is your jam, stop worrying and book this place. Blessed travels my friend.
TravelerCleanest vault toilets. Nice trees area right by the water and a short walk to bridal veil falls. Tactic noise in the morning was louder than I’d expected. If you are in a tent site 6 has a little path down to the creek, otherwise it’s just a couple feet of plants and then you are there.
GuideBeautiful view of the great salt lake. Very few camp sites for RVs. Looks like there are some long termers. It is a marina. But as for a beautiful sunset... awesome. You can walk down to the waters edge. Was a walk in site for this stay. 20 mins to any restaurants.
ScoutWe pulled in and were a bit nervous because it’s off the freeway and we thought it be would be loud BUT it was actually surprisingly not. The grounds are very well kept & the staff was amazing! We stayed for 2 nights & would stay again if we were in the area.
GuideLocated just inside east gate. Visitors are required to get a pass prior to entry. Camp is adjacent to a park and a busy road. Bathrooms were adequate. We dry camped on a gravel lot. No frills but absolutely adequate and located just off the interstate.
GuideWe generally like this area, because it's one of the few spots in northern Utah that can accommodate our 36' motorhome. The downsides are that the roads are really rutted, so take it very slow and make sure that your rig can make it into a spot and, most importantly, OUT of the spot. As mentioned in other reviews, there's broken glass and ammunition scattered over all of the campsites, but they're big, and every site has a view of the beautiful lake and surrounding mountains. It gets down into the low 30s at night during the spring, so be sure to be prepared for cold nights. It's late May when I'm writing this, and it's JUST NOW getting out of the 30s at night and into the 40s. Daytime temps are pretty mild during the spring, at 65-80 degrees every day. I recommend this spot if you don't mind being in what's basically a free RV park (with much better spacing - most spots are at least 20-30 feet apart), because it gets so busy here. Also, a Provo Sheriff's deputy knocked on everyone's door on our second day there to ask how long they'd/we'd been there, and then, after 12 days, we moved to another nearby spot up the road, and on our second day here, he knocked on our door again to ask questions about our stay. We're rule-followers, and he was very professional and nice, but if you don't like getting "the knock," this may not be the place for you, as he seems to go through the sites regularly. All in all, I'd recommend this place, as it's mostly peaceful, even being as busy as it is.
ScoutDrove all the way out here and not allowed to park overnight
Camping near Wanship, Utah offers year-round outdoor recreation opportunities within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest region. Located in Summit County at around 6,500 feet elevation, the area experiences temperature variations of 30°F between day and night, even during summer months. Winter camping remains available at select locations, with snowmobile access becoming an alternative recreational option during snowy months.
Fishing year-round: Access Echo Reservoir for productive fishing, especially for smallmouth bass. "Fishing in the lake isn't very good though, which is a bummer. Fishing in the river is a little better. You also have the option of hiking/backpacking up to Round, Sand, & Fish Lakes which have great fishing," notes a visitor to Smith-Morehouse Campground.
Non-motorized water recreation: Echo State Park offers paddling opportunities on calm waters. "I stayed here for a night - very, very clean. Each site has a cement pad, water, electric, and a shelter which is great when it is 90 out with clear skies. You do have Coalville a stone-throw away for some minor conveniences such as ice, snacks, etc," reports a camper at Dry Hollow Campground.
Winter activities: Several campgrounds near Wanship maintain winter accessibility. "Wonderful winter wonder land you can snowshoe into in the winter and camp at! You can also stay here during the summer just be prepared to book a couple months in advance!" explains a visitor at Spruces Campground.
Riverside sites: Camp within earshot of flowing water at several locations. "We took a quick weekend trip to Smith and Morehouse. It was our first time camping here and loved the camp sites. The camp hosts were so nice and went out of their way to check on us. This is a beautiful area, surrounded by aspen and pine trees. We had a spot close enough to the river that we could hear it all night long," shares a reviewer.
Proximity to SLC: Most campsites near Wanship are within 60 minutes of Salt Lake City. "You can get to this beautiful campground in under an hour from Salt Lake City and it's my favorite place to go when I want to camp and kayak! The campground and surrounding mountains are very scenic—it doesn't get much prettier!" notes a camper at Smith-Morehouse Campground.
Well-maintained facilities: State park campgrounds feature modern amenities. "Clean, paved shady sites with full hookups. Lots of fun things for kids to do. Friendly staff. Pristine property. The only reason I couldn't give 5 stars is due to the highway noise, but that made it convenient," writes a visitor to Echo Island RV Resort.
Seasonal bugs: Early to mid-summer brings increased insect activity. "We were drawn to going to Rockport State Park because of how close it is to SLC (only about 40 minutes). The gate guards at the entrance were super nice and helpful, and guided us to the closest tent-campsite to the water. The campsite was very clean and offered a gazebo with a table, a fire place, and a barbecue. PS. Definitely bring bug spray!" advises a camper at Twin Coves — Rockport State Park.
Reservation windows: Popular sites book up quickly, especially for summer weekends. "We went up pretty early in the season and it was a ton of fun! There was still snow on the ground and we got pretty cold sleeping on the ground, but we would do it again! Fished all night with a couple drinks, caught a couple and even cooked them right up at camp!"
Elevation considerations: Higher elevation campgrounds experience significant temperature drops at night. "In my opinion the worst time to come up here is in early July. We came up for a couple of July 4ths and were astonished at how many horseflies there were all of the sudden. That, and it is terribly hot up there in the summer. We like to go up for Memorial Day and Labor Day. It feels wonderful up there then!"
Swimming access: Look for beaches and water entry points for children. "Our kids had a blast playing on the sandy beach area. We camped on the riverside loop and it was okay. There were not many trees and sites were close to each other but it was fine," comments a family who visited Rockport State Park.
Campground amenities: Some locations offer additional activities beyond camping. "This is such a pretty and accommodating place to stay. They had a small pond for kids to fish in, two swimming pools and two hot tubs, very clean and modern facilities, well maintained campsites with fire pit, a cute little shop with firewood, treats, and other necessities and they have DVDs and sports equipment you can check out. Such a fun place!" explains a visitor to Echo Island RV Resort.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many campgrounds offer wildlife spotting possibilities. "Very nice campground with water running in multiple places, clean multiple bathrooms and incredible wildlife coming right into your site. In addition to numerous deer, we had two moose munching away at the willow at the adjacent site. Lots of buffers to keep make your spot feel cozy," shares a camper at Redman Campground.
Site leveling: Many RV sites require minimal leveling. "We stayed in spot 28 which was good and had view of lake until neighbor pulled in with a giant 5th wheel. Spot 19 is in the middle and seems to have a good view regardless of who is parked in adjacent spots, and spot 32 also seems to have a good view and the advantage of being on the outer edge so no backdoor neighbors," advises an RVer at Dixie Creek Campground.
Road conditions: Campground access roads vary in quality and width. "Road is tight. Our 26ft trailer was a little hard to navigate within the campground," notes an RV camper at Smith-Morehouse Campground.
Hookup availability: Water pressure varies by campground. "Nicely managed campground, good website, efficient reservation process. Management very helpful and friendly. The campsites are nicely spaced, good tree cover, green well kept lawn at all sites. Gravel slots, picnic tables and fire pits at each site. Good park design for the back up sites to get a large trailer situated no problem."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Wanship, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Wanship, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 272 campgrounds and RV parks near Wanship, UT and 65 free dispersed camping spots.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wanship, UT is Echo Island RV Resort with a 4.7-star rating from 23 reviews.
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