Best Campgrounds near Stockton, UT

Camping opportunities near Stockton, Utah range from established Forest Service sites to reservoir-adjacent camping areas. Settlement Canyon/Legion Park Campground offers full hookups with picnic tables and fire pits, while more primitive options exist in South Willow Canyon, including Cottonwood and Intake campgrounds. These Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest sites provide access to creek-side camping among interesting rock formations. The area includes several BLM-managed zones with both tent and RV accommodations, particularly around Grantsville Reservoir and the Ophir Canyon area.

Access to campgrounds varies seasonally, with most sites in higher elevations closed during winter months. Forest Service campgrounds in South Willow Canyon typically operate from May through October, while lower elevation sites like Grantsville Reservoir remain accessible year-round. Many campgrounds lack drinking water and trash service, requiring visitors to pack in supplies and pack out waste. Cell service can be limited in canyon areas, though coverage improves near Tooele and main roads. Campground roads are generally accessible to passenger vehicles, though some remote sites may benefit from higher clearance. One visitor noted, "It's a lovely forested area and the fall colors are just turning. Very friendly gate staff."

Several campers highlight the natural beauty and wildlife viewing opportunities in the area. Settlement Canyon receives positive feedback for deer sightings along the mountain slopes, while South Willow Canyon's campgrounds are praised for their creek access and relative seclusion. Grantsville Reservoir offers fishing opportunities but receives mixed reviews due to limited shade and exposure to wind. According to one visitor, "Intake was a great surprise, creekside, private, and cool rock formations." The mixed-use campgrounds throughout the region accommodate various camping styles, with some areas primarily serving RV campers while others cater to tent camping. Most established campgrounds feature fire rings and picnic tables, with toilet facilities varying from vault toilets to none at all. Prices range from free at some dispersed areas to around $20 per night at more developed sites.

Best Camping Sites Near Stockton, Utah (130)

    1. Settlement Canyon/Legion Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Tooele, UT
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 882-9041

    $15 - $30 / night

    "You’ll love sitting around your campfire watching the deer scamper in the mountains. RV camping is a must for me and full hookups are available."

    "We stayed here for one night didn't go past the gate we just camped pretty much on the side of the dirt road next to the reservoir."

    2. Clover Springs Campground — Salt Lake Field Office

    7 Reviews
    Rush Valley, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 320-8300

    $12 - $45 / night

    "Nestled wonderfully between Stockton and Dugway, Clover Springs offers a scenic getaway from city life."

    "Minus a star for no running water and proximity to a busier road."

    3. Ophir Canyon Campground

    3 Reviews
    Stockton, UT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 843-3150

    $15 / night

    "A bit crowded when we arrived around 7:30pm but we managed to find a site without issue."

    "I didn't get a place but the location seemed nice with a little creek. A bit colder here due to the mountains. There is benches and a bonfire place at each spot. Price is 15 Dollar per night!"

    4. Grantsville Reservoir

    5 Reviews
    Grantsville, UT
    10 miles
    +1 (435) 843-4020

    5. Cottonwood Campground Slrd — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest

    3 Reviews
    Grantsville, UT
    11 miles
    +1 (385) 273-1100

    $20 - $34 / night

    "There was an interesting little dam on the east side of the campground and I scared a bunch of trout out from under it as I walked across so bring your fishing pole or fly rod if you want to!"

    6. Fivemile Pass OHV

    9 Reviews
    Eagle Mountain, UT
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 977-4300

    "This is our go to campground if we don’t want to drive too far from our house."

    "One can hear the cars from the highway, but they are far enough. When I arrived around 8, there was one Atv crusing for another 15 minutes, but then silence for the whole night. Good spot and free!"

    7. Intake Campground — Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest

    2 Reviews
    Grantsville, UT
    11 miles
    +1 (385) 273-1100

    $20 / night

    "Surrounding the campground are these amazing looking rock cliffs and outcrops that look like volcanic flows or maybe a pyroclastic flow or tuff. "

    "Was worth the slight detour off the highway to have a nice spot while nearing SLC. Intake was a great surprise, creekside, private, and cool rock formations."

    8. Vorwaller Homestead RV park

    1 Review
    Tooele, UT
    8 miles

    "Beautiful surroundings but one side is out towards to busy road. There are quite a few of food, gas, and shopping options in the area."

    9. Wasatch National Forest Boy Scout Campground

    2 Reviews
    Grantsville, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    $20 - $62 / night

    "The campsites in this campground have all the same amenities as the other campgrounds in the canyon which includes a picnic table, metal fire ring, and vault toilets withing walking distance. "

    10. Wasatch National Forest Loop Campground

    2 Reviews
    Grantsville, UT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 733-2660

    "The loop campground is a great spot to spend the night if you're wanting to explore the Stansbury's from a central location."

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Recent Reviews near Stockton, UT

864 Reviews of 130 Stockton Campgrounds


  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2025

    Squaw Peak Road Dispersed

    A hard way to the Top

    We fought hard to get to the spot. Up to Hood Campground, the road was a normal, winding road. Really great. After that, however, a stretch began that was really only suitable for 4WDs. Rocks, deep ruts, etc. We managed it with the 2WD, but we had to give it our all. There aren't many spots. The spot we found was right on the mountain in the forest, but it wasn't worth the effort. We still enjoyed the night very much. We didn't have an internet connection with T-Online. Apparently, the spot serves the locals as a picnic destination, love nest, or even wedding photo spot until sunset. We had a bit of everything that evening ;)

  • Jeff R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 23, 2025

    Miner's Canyon Dispersed

    Beautiful spot but trash everywhere

    Great views of the lake and surrounding mountains, but has trash, broken glass and junk everywhere.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2025

    Bountiful B Dispersed

    Popular re recreation area with good camping

    There's 4 fire rings around the coords, probably only 3 actual camp sites. The one fire has trails going all around it. If you continue up the mountain, there's more sites at the top. This whole area seems to be a local atv, dirt bike, mountain bike, and shooting area. Definitely lots of people shooting guns into gulleys during the day. Everybody seemed friendly though. The road up takes about 25 or 30 minutes to get to the coords. Its a bit rough but if you have awd or 4wd its no problem. Great views on the way up and down. I have Verizon and had coverage off and on, its enough to send texts but not much more.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Miner's Canyon Dispersed

    Many Sites of Varying Sizes

    Very easy access public land right on Utah Lake. Packed gravel and dirt road going in is lumpy from use but smooths out a bit farther in. Side roads to sites are anyones guess. Some are pretty reasonable, others are like mine fields. Suggest you park on the road and walk in. Many sites are “pull-throughs” so one entrance can be better than the other. Some great spots up the hill but you’ll need high clearance and 4wd. Bugs weren’t bad on this warm mid-September day. Some trash but I’ve been to more formal places with more trash than this. Access to the lake and lots of space to hike. Nice view of lights from the Provo side of the lake at night.

  • Alisa P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Fivemile Pass OHV

    Amazing Night Sky

    This place is pretty amazing with beautiful views of the sunrise, sunset and stars. Lots of ORV trails for the off road enthusiasts. Problem…SO MANY FLIES. They don’t bite or sting but you could not be outside for very long before they were in everyone’s drinks and personal space! By sunset they were gone so watching the stars was enjoyable. I just wished we could have spent more time outside during our time at camp. We did discover someone had dumped all their garbage close by so that might have been part of the problem🤷‍♀️.

  • a
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Willow Park Campground

    Easy to get to, next to River

    We were able to get a spot next to the Jordan River under a beautiful tree. We brought our 16ft camper and didn’t need to back it in or anything. Spot was decently clean except for a leftover watermelon (which the kids gave to a family of ducks that visited the next morning.)

    Nighttime was quiet after about 10pm. Crickets and some frogs serenaded most of the night. No neighbors on a Thursday night.

    Stunning sunrise—perfect views of Mt. Timp.

  • James B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Bridger Bay Campground — Antelope Island State Park

    Beautiful spot for overnight

    Stopped here for a scenic spot to relax for the day and overnight.
    Nice level asphalt spots. Beautiful view of the lake. Saw bison and antelope driving in the park

  • sThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Spanish Oaks Campground

    Spanish Fork campsite with view

    Up in the hills, Spanish Oaks campground is not a typical campground. It’s close to a suburban area and there is active development of homes in the immediate area. It’s a very convenient location if you are passing through the area..


Guide to Stockton

Camping near Stockton, Utah, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to pitch a tent or a full-service RV park, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Explore National Parks: Visit nearby Arches National Park for stunning rock formations and hiking trails. One camper mentioned, "Beautiful area and the kids loved being able to play in the park. Beautiful stars at night."
  • Water Activities: Enjoy swimming, fishing, or kayaking at Ken's Lake Campground. A reviewer noted, "The lake is beautiful and you can actually swim in it."
  • Hiking: Check out the trails around Tanners Flat, where one visitor said, "I loved sleeping near the creek and hearing the water at night."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One review highlighted, "The bathrooms were clean, but very dark and dated" at Lakeside RV Campground, indicating that cleanliness is a priority.
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds, like the Salt Lake City KOA, have helpful staff. A visitor shared, "The staff was very helpful and answered all of our questions."
  • Shaded Sites: Campers enjoy shaded spots, especially during hot summer days. A review from Ken's Lake Campground stated, "Widely dispersed sites. Beauty in all directions. Very quiet."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads or train tracks. A camper at the Salt Lake City KOA mentioned, "Sleep was not great with the freight trains blaring through the night."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds offer full amenities. For instance, Ken's Lake Campground has no drinking water or electric hookups, as noted in a review: "NO drinking water, NO electric hookups."
  • Crowded Sites: Some campgrounds can feel tight. A visitor at Lakeside RV Campground remarked, "Our spot incredibly tight and the entire camp packed in like sardines."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids, like the Pony Express RV Resort, which has a pool and play areas. One parent said, "Great WiFi and good water. Three dog parks and dog washing bay."
  • Plan for Noise: If you're sensitive to noise, consider campgrounds away from highways or train tracks. A family at Little Mill noted, "The road noise was a lot more than I expected."
  • Pack Outdoor Games: Bring along games for the kids to enjoy outside. A camper at Tanners Flat mentioned, "Good for groups or singles."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Lakeside RV Campground said, "Our 30’ rig hardly fit in the spot."
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Popular spots can fill up quickly, especially during weekends. A visitor at Utah Lake State Park Campground noted, "Many people coming and leaving as no room."
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check the campground details. A camper at the Pony Express RV Resort appreciated the "clean facilities and concrete pads."

Camping around Stockton, Utah, has something for everyone. Whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking comfort, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Stockton, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, Stockton, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 130 campgrounds and RV parks near Stockton, UT and 33 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Stockton, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Stockton, UT is Settlement Canyon/Legion Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 9 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Stockton, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 33 free dispersed camping spots near Stockton, UT.