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Redman Campground in the Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest and Tanners Flat in Little Cottonwood Canyon feature glamping options near South Jordan, combining comfort with mountain scenery. These sites offer a variety of glamping accommodations including yurts at Spruces in Big Cottonwood Canyon with water hookups, picnic tables, and easy access to hiking trails. "We stayed here during Questival and loved it! The owner was very nice and welcoming," shared one visitor about Tanners Flat. The glamping experience at these locations includes comfortable accommodations with fire rings, toilet facilities, and trash service, making them suitable for those seeking outdoor experiences with creature comforts. The Pony Express RV Resort also features cabin and glamping options with full hookups, providing a more luxurious base camp with amenities like showers, electric hookups, and a market.
Little Cottonwood Canyon's natural beauty surrounds Tanners Flat's glamping sites, where guests can explore nearby attractions including Lisa Falls and summer activities at Snowbird and Alta ski resorts. The tram at Snowbird runs to Hidden Peak during summer months, offering panoramic views without strenuous hiking. A visitor noted, "I loved sleeping near the creek and hearing the water at night. The campground was clean and bigger than I expected." Some glamping locations in the area are seasonal, with most open from May through October. Booking requirements vary by location, with reservations highly recommended during peak summer months. Flight Park State Recreation Area offers the unique experience of watching paragliders launch from the hillside, though reviews mention it can be quite windy, making it better suited for glamping in sturdy structures rather than traditional tents.
"I stayed on site 58 (tent only). Enough room for 2 medium tents. Next/above stream. Tucked in very back. Long ways to walk from car. Water spout next to car area."
"There is running water and vault toilets throughout the campground. There were some wicked thunderstorms at night (which we liked)."
from $27 - $355 / night
Check Availability"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"
"We set up our tents in some of the group sites and used other areas for the learning opportunities. The campground was well kept, the bathrooms clean, and the fire pits well maintained."
from $29 - $327 / night
Check Availability"Paid sites Easy drive up Keep in mind other campers are near but not right by you depending on site."
"I enjoyed the location, the space, and my whole family did as well! There was some garbage in the fire pit when we arrived, but other than that it was fantastic."
from $29 - $215 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Set up my hammock and listen to the running water. Only negative is the site is off the main canyon road and there is some traffic noise during the day."
from $27 - $227 / night
Check Availability"Pulling up we were a bit confused as there were paid sites near the bathroom. It appears that anything beyond that is dispersed."
"My god-father and mother come into town yearly and stay at this location in their 5th wheel. The facility is spotless! Seriously, the staff keep the entire grounds in great condition."
"You can’t burn firewood but you can have a propane fire pit. There is a plant nearby so it kind of smells. And there’s a decent amount of road noise since it’s in town."
"This is a great place to pitch a tent or come up and stay for the day. The only bad part about this camp site is all the highway noise."
"The sites are very close together with lots of foot, bike, and skateboarding traffic passing nearby. I was lucky to get a site near the river which drowned out the noise."
"This campground provides easy access to one of the best hikes. Mt Timpanogous provides some stellar views of the backcountry and the valley below. On the way, stop and checkout Scout Falls."
"I love how it is near a river. You can hear it at night. It's so nice to get to a cool area out of the hot valley and into the cool scenic back country of Utah county."
from $27 - $204 / night
Check Availability"Each one had a fire pit and picnic table. We woke up to see cows in the morning which the kids loved. Had some great areas for hiking and is really close to the reservoir for some awesome fishing."
"You’re gonna love sitting out by your fire pit watching the deer scamper all over the mountains that surround you."
from $15 - $40 / night
Check Availability"We camped next to a small stream which added nice background noise. We enjoyed a campfire and some s'mores."
"There were lots of great trees for hammocking, fire pits, and bathrooms! Overall this place was beautiful and perfect for what we were doing!"
from $29 - $215 / night
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ScoutPaid sites Easy drive up
Keep in mind other campers are near but not right by you depending on site.
We went last summer and cant wait to go back
Running water Hook ups Tent spots
Good for groups or singles
Feel free to book its about 20$ a night Its well worth it and its not to far from home but not to close either.
Stayed at multiple spots looking to get back again this summer.
Please check out my other reviews. More to come. Happy camping.
LegendOne of our all time favorite RV parks. Located in beautiful Heber City, Utah. We felt at home as soon as we arrived and were greeted by a nice man on a golf cart who lead us to where we’d be staying. There is an adult only section if you’re looking for peace and quiet away from kids. The concrete was level and spacious, each with its own picnic table.
They have two dog parks, one of which is the nicest and largest one we’ve seen thus far. The laundry room was sparkling clean and located adjacent to the pickle ball courts and outdoor fire pits. They have an on-site RV wash available and allowed us to borrow an adaptor from them at no charge. We enjoyed an evening in their hot tub/spa. They also have a large pool area near the bathrooms that were the most well maintained bathrooms we’ve ever used on the road. To top it all off, they have a gorgeous fitness center with weights, a treadmill and elliptical available to all guests.
Overall we were extremely impressed with all amenities and the customer service provided at Mountain Valley RV Resort and would recommend it highly to anyone visiting the area.
LegendThis is a great place to pitch a tent or come up and stay for the day. 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. The bike path is close so bring your long board or bike and go for a ride. This is withing walking distance from Bridal Vail Falls so that is a great day hike and see the falls. Also great fly fishing in the Provo river so do yourself a favor and bring your fishing gear.
ScoutQuite area, lot of room. I stayed on site 58 (tent only). Enough room for 2 medium tents. Next/above stream. 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. Full sun from 10am-4pm.
GuideWe only stayed at Mountain View for one night while passing through, but we enjoyed our stay. The office staff was super friendly. Mark came out on a cart to usher us to our site. He was helpful and provided wonderful advice for the rest of our trip in Utah (Moab). The sites are a bit close, but the campground was quiet and clean.
Our girls enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The laundry facilities were nice and even had a designated machine for pet laundry. The restrooms and showers were private and clean. The water pressure was high and temp was hot. There was a beautiful fire pit near the pool along with pickle ball and basketball courts.
This facility is near the highway but the road noise wasn’t a problem for us.
We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
TravelerOverall, the facility is neat and clean for a campground. My visit was at the end of the 4th weekend, so some messes were expected. My campsite was in good shape upon setting up my 30ft trailer. All sites are back-in and mostly flat asphalt. A little rig leveling might be needed. 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. A fire pit was adjacent. Even with fire restrictions almost everywhere else in Utah, wood fires were permitted in the provided pit. Common area toilets are well maintained, containing flush toilets and running water. Most service buildings also contain free showers.
A one-star deduction is due to the effects of climate change, which is out of the Park's control to an extent. That said, my beef is with maintenance of the beach - a nice beach by the way. It's obvious where the historical water level use to be. Wish I could have seen the reservoir full because it may never happen again. But I digress. I think the park should rake or scrape the beach surface to remove offensive weeds and people's discards. That takes workers, budget and equipment. My guess is our State representatives lack interest to fund state parks for such mediation measures. It would greatly enhance the visual appeal and safety for families at the water's edge.
Photos of site online @ www.recreation.gov
ScoutMy family of five enjoyed this campground. 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. Downside is it's right next to a busy highway and picnic areas. Although the campsite has quiet hours, the picnic area across the street stayed loud well past quiet hours. The road noise was a lot more than I expected.. especially at night. Definitely bring ear plugs or plan to stay only a nite or two. We planned on staying three nights, but were so exhausted by lack of sleep we left a day early.
GuideI got a site right by the creek. Set up my hammock and listen to the running water.
Only negative is the site is off the main canyon road and there is some traffic noise during the day.
LegendThis is a fun place to stay when you want to go someplace close. There are lots of trees for the summer months and lots of shade. There are a couple good beaches. 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. You can build a fire and get firewood from camp host. There is full hook ups and also spots for a tent. Most spots have a pavilion and nice tables. Great bathrooms with running water. I can't remember which spot we stayed at but they are were really nice.
Granite Flat Campground lies within American Fork Canyon at 6,400 feet elevation, offering campers mature forest surroundings with clean mountain air. Located about 25 miles southeast of South Jordan, this established campground provides natural settings with access to alpine recreation from May through mid-October. Many sites sit adjacent to flowing creeks that create ambient sound throughout the night.
Hiking to Scout Falls: Follow the 1-mile trail near Timpooneke Campground for waterfall views. "Each camping area is nice, however, it is very very busy and pretty tight quarters. If you're looking for a little more privacy from neighbors this may not be your best bet," notes Sydney Z., who still gave the nearby trails high marks.
Snowshoe winter camping: Experience winter wilderness at Spruces Campground during off-season months. "Wonderful winter wonder land you can snowshoe into in the winter and camp at," reports Shilah M., highlighting a less-known option for cold-weather glamping near South Jordan.
Paragliding observation: Watch adventure sports take-offs from Flight Park State Recreation Area, where camping spots provide front-row seats. "We stayed here and we went at night. Very hard to find. When we woke up there were paragliders ready to glide. Which was cool," explains Santiago V. about this unique vantage point.
Clean facilities: Tanners Flat receives consistent praise for maintenance. "I booked a double site here for the first time, and they are beautiful. I enjoyed the location, the space, and my whole family did as well! There was some garbage in the fire pit when we arrived, but other than that it was fantastic. Soap and water with flushing toilets, etc," shares Heather K.
Late season access: Alpine Loop locations stay open longer than expected. "Just returned from an overnight stay at Little Mill with amazing American Fork Creek right beside my sites. The campground is clean, no water, trash or electric and vault toilets. The camp hosts were so friendly gave us suggestions on where to hike in the area," reports Myrna G.
Wildlife viewing: Multiple campers report close encounters with animals at higher elevations. "Very nice campground with water running in multiple places, clean multiple bathrooms and incredible wildlife coming right into your site. In Addison to numerous deer, we had two moose munching away at the willow at the adjacent site," writes a Redman Campground reviewer.
Reservation requirements: Book early for summer weekends at popular sites. "Be aware that this campsite reservations for the weekend fill up quick. I checked in late may and every weekend until September was already booked," warns Ash S. about Granite Flat.
Noise factors: Road sounds can impact some camping locations. "My only reason this campground didn't get 5 stars is due to the horrible road noise. I seriously thought I was at a truck stop off the interstate. Honking and racing cars until 3am just ruined it," notes Myrna G. about Little Mill.
Wind conditions: Settlement Canyon sites experience varying wind patterns. "VERY windy and hard to drive stakes in also. But it did work," comments Santiago V., a consideration for those planning to set up tents or canopies.
Space for activities: Look for sites with open play areas. "I took the scouts up to this spot and it is a great place to camp with lots of room. There is a huge spot of grass that you can play sports or baseball on," advises Brad B. about his Granite Flat experience.
River-adjacent sites: Request creek-side spots when available. "I loved camping here! My husband and I recently moved to Oklahoma where there isn't much camping. We were able to paddle board which was a blast! I loves being so close and having access to so many beautiful hikes and rock climbing. We were right next to a beautiful river and it was pretty quiet," shares Kaitlin R.
Off-season visits: Consider September camping for fewer crowds. "Given how close it is to the city, Tanners Flat has always been a little too busy for our family during the full swing of summer. September/early October gives cooler temperatures and less crowds, and we got to see some lovely fall colors," recommends Sara M.
Tight spacing: Most glamping sites near South Jordan have limited room between units. "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!" notes Cole A. about commercial RV parks.
Amenities priorities: Consider what facilities matter most for your trip. "We have a small 21' travel trailer and the pull through spots are perfect! The playground is clean, a good sized one, but overrun with unsupervised kids," observes Amy at Pony Express RV Resort.
Camping without dogs: Note the pet restrictions in watershed areas. "We had planned to camp here but dogs are not allowed. This campground looked like an awesome spot. Location is right off the hwy close to Solitude and trails. Old growth trees surround the spacious campsites," cautions Natalie B. about Redman Campground.
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