Best Cabin Camping near South Salt Lake, UT

Several cabin rental options exist within campgrounds around South Salt Lake, Utah, providing comfortable accommodations for those seeking shelter beyond tent camping. The Pony Express RV Resort in North Salt Lake offers cabin rentals with electricity, heat, and air conditioning, allowing visitors to enjoy the outdoors without sacrificing basic amenities. Most cabins include beds with mattresses, tables, and chairs, while bathroom facilities are typically shared unless otherwise specified. Echo Island RV Resort in Coalville provides cabins with varying levels of furnishing, from basic rustic units to more fully equipped options. "The facility is neat and clean for a campground. My campsite was in good shape upon setting up. All sites have long, sturdy metal tables and a metal cover over a concrete pad," noted a visitor at East Canyon State Park.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Mountain Valley RV Resort in Heber City offers higher-end cabin accommodations with private bathrooms and kitchenettes, while more basic options can be found at Tanners Flat and Jordanelle State Park. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary significantly between locations - Pony Express RV Resort and River's Edge at Heber Valley welcome pets in select cabins, while Tanners Flat prohibits dogs entirely due to watershed regulations. A guest remarked about Mountain Valley RV Resort: "The campground was quiet and clean. Our girls enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The restrooms and showers were private and clean."

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities range from simple microwaves to full kitchenettes with refrigerators and stovetops in more premium units. On-site camp stores like those at Echo Island RV Resort and Pony Express provide basic provisions, though selection is limited. Cabins at state parks typically offer fewer amenities but provide greater access to natural surroundings. Guests staying at Bridger Bay Campground on Antelope Island can expect more rustic accommodations but with spectacular views and wildlife viewing opportunities. Fire restrictions often apply, so visitors should check current regulations before planning cooking arrangements around fire pits.

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Best Cabin Sites Near South Salt Lake, Utah (31)

    1. Pony Express RV Resort

    15 Reviews
    North Salt Lake, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 355-1550

    "Very helpful employees, clean and pet friendly. Can see mountains all around you. Great WiFi and good water. Three dog parks and dog washing bay."

    "Really nice RV resort near Interstate. Pull throughs or back in on paved level sites. Picnic table. FHU. Sites typically close with grass area seperating. No shade or privacy. Narrow interior roads."

    2. Tanners Flat

    19 Reviews
    Snowbird, UT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $244 / night

    "Paid sites Easy drive up

    Keep in mind other campers are near but not right by you depending on site."

    "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! "

    3. Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park

    38 Reviews
    Park City, UT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 649-9540

    $35 - $50 / night

    "Big, clean bathrooms with running water, mirrors, flushing toilets, & hot showers. Gorgeous view of the lake - you can walk right down to the water from your site. Super friendly staff."

    "The state park was great! The campsite was great! Very clean and well kept! Also dog friendly,, so that was good, they had a doggy poop bag station by the the people bathroom!"

    4. Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park

    49 Reviews
    Hooper, UT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 773-2941

    $20 - $200 / night

    "We booked 3 nights at the park. The drive in is long and the bugs were really bad on the drive in but once we got past the marina, the bugs were gone."

    "Spacious campsites, with asphalt pads, covered picnic table, fire pit. In the wide open with no trees. Was super windy during our stay and the wind howled."

    5. Pine Creek Campground — Wasatch Mountain State Park

    14 Reviews
    Midway, UT
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 654-3961

    $45 - $90 / night

    "Clean bathrooms, has warm showers, power at your picnic tables and water at each site."

    "Very clean place with restrooms and showers. The space was huge."

    6. Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

    11 Reviews
    Echo, UT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 829-6866

    $40 - $200 / 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."

    "The views were perfect and the lake is active with choice of water fun rentals. The site is standard with a small lawn area and a pavilion. Bathrooms are onsite as well as showers."

    7. Big Rock Campground — East Canyon State Park

    7 Reviews
    Wanship, UT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 829-6866

    $35 - $40 / night

    "Bathroom close and fire pit was large enough to get 15+ people around."

    "Nice paved paths for our kiddos to right their scooters and fun water activities available to the kids for free (water bounce house etc)."

    8. Echo Island RV Resort

    22 Reviews
    Coalville, UT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 903-9265

    $50 - $300 / night

    "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."

    "This site was very big & the creek surrounded on two sides. It even had 2 picnic tables."

    9. Mountain Valley RV Resort

    21 Reviews
    Heber, UT
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 657-6100

    $30 - $129 / night

    "One 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."

    "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."

    10. River's Edge at Heber Valley

    8 Reviews
    Park City, UT
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 654-4049

    "We don’t have children but there’s a very nice playground and small pond where they can fish - catch and release.
    Not all spots have trees but there are a lot of trees."

    "On-site liquor store. Rv spaces kinda closely packed but still big enough to get our awning out. Camp sits at the base of the dam."

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Cabin Reviews near South Salt Lake, UT

312 Reviews of 31 South Salt Lake Campgrounds


  • James J.
    Jul. 11, 2022

    Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

    A good example of how government campsites should be done

    Overall, 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

  • Katie J.
    May. 22, 2021

    Hailstone - Upper Fisher Campground — Jordanelle State Park

    Immaculately maintained campground

    We stayed for only one night, but I would come back here in a heartbeat! Big, clean bathrooms with running water, mirrors, flushing toilets, & hot showers. Gorgeous view of the lake - you can walk right down to the water from your site. Super friendly staff. Tent pads are all level and maintained after each camper. Has all the other essentials- clean picnic table, big clean fire pit, and a charcoal grill.

  • joey M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Dixie Creek Campground — East Canyon State Park

    Decent water destination!

    We went during the summer and had a great time. The views were perfect and the lake is active with choice of water fun rentals. The site is standard with a small lawn area and a pavilion. Bathrooms are onsite as well as showers. Pet friendly but need to be on a leash at all times. Great for RV’s as power and water is present on each site.

  • K
    Apr. 9, 2022

    Pony Express RV Resort

    Great place hidden Gem

    Very helpful employees, clean and pet friendly. Can see mountains all around you. Great WiFi and good water. Three dog parks and dog washing bay.

  • j
    Sep. 21, 2019

    Pony Express RV Resort

    Great clubhouse

    Really nice RV resort near Interstate. Pull throughs or back in on paved level sites. Picnic table. FHU. Sites typically close with grass area seperating. No shade or privacy. Narrow interior roads. Nice bathhouses with private shower/toilets. Wifi and cable. Great play area. Bikes available including kid sized. Paved 80 mile bike trail along Jordan River. Giant chessboard. Nice pool area. Amazing clubhouse with pool table, foosball, large TV, comfy chairs, guest kitchen area. Complimentary coffee, tea and fresh made cookies. Friendly, helpful employees!

  • Carlyne F.
    Feb. 9, 2021

    Mountain Valley RV Resort

    Mountain Valley RV Resort, Utah

    One 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.

  • Mary S.
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Tanners Flat

    Good location for exploring Wasatch Mountains and Salt Lake City

    You really need to know this: No dogs are allowed because this campground is in the Salt Lake City watershed.

    And this: As inviting as the water running through the campground may look, you are not allowed to swim, wade or wash in it.

    One more thing: Gate closes at 10 pm although that didn't stop some partiers at the next site in from us. They partied and left around 11 or so. There was no payment tag on the post. The exit is open but has tire shredders if you enter over them.

    A pleasant surprise at a Forest Service campground: 10 lbs of ice for $2! (There was also the usual bundle of firewood for $6.)

    An unpleasant surprise: Old, dirty bathrooms. I've seen cleaner vault toilets elsewhere than these flush toilets.

    There is no water for now (July 2018) in bathroom sinks or at spigots. The host said something about a pipe issue and water needing to be tested. That covers the amenities other than dumpsters.

    What about the sites? We arrived on a Sunday morning when the host was putting up signs indictating which sites were reserved. We had 3 possible sites among 1 through 19 and grabbed #9, a pull through site with a buffer between the road in the parking/small RV area.

    Sites in the other area (higher numbers) were becoming available, but that area's host said many of the sites were only appropriate for tents.

    Our site #9: There are a few steps down to the picnic table, fire ring and grill plus a separate area to the left for a tent. See photos.

    General site info:

    • Some sites have a concrete pad for the picnic table, etc.

    • Many sites have an area for the tent that is away from the picnic table and concealed from the road.

  • J
    May. 25, 2020

    North Fork County Park

    Nice, spacious, and secluded

    Enough trees to keep your site private, able to fit a 30' trailer in over 75% of their spots, and holy cow the number of spots they have, this place is the size of 4 good sized camp grounds combined. Fire pits and picnic tables included, but that's all that's included so pack your generator and fill your water.... 5 stars it's exactly the get away we were looking for.

  • Chris G.
    Jun. 24, 2021

    Mountain Valley RV Resort

    Clean and Cozy

    We 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.


Guide to South Salt Lake

Cabin camping near South Salt Lake, Utah offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home.

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Some prices for cabin camping range from $20 to $80

  • The Tanners Flat campground offers affordable rates starting at around $20 per night, making it a budget-friendly option for cabin campers.
  • Expect to pay approximately $40 for a night at the Echo State Park Campground, which provides a beautiful lakeside experience.
  • Rates at the Mountain Valley RV Resort can go up to $80, but the amenities and location make it worth the price for a comfortable stay.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near South Salt Lake, UT is Pony Express RV Resort with a 4.3-star rating from 15 reviews.

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