The Wanship area offers camping access to both the Uinta and Wasatch mountain ranges, with elevations ranging from 5,500 to 7,000 feet throughout nearby camping locations. Summer temperatures typically range from 45-85°F with rapid cooling after sunset. Winter camping in the area requires preparation for overnight temperatures that can drop below 0°F, with many RV parks maintaining open access despite seasonal conditions.
What to do
Fishing access: Weber River: Holiday Hills RV Park provides convenient river access, with one camper noting, "Nice grassy area for tent camping, small river that runs through the campsite" and opportunities for fishing just steps from campsites.
Mountain biking trails: Riverside RV Resort offers direct access to riverside trails, as one visitor mentioned, "River and walking trail just steps away from all sites," making it easy to access mountain biking routes without driving.
Winter recreation: The Wanship area provides a central base for accessing multiple ski areas. Knotty Pine RV Resort in nearby Kamas offers year-round access to winter recreation areas, with one camper stating, "We are close to hiking and off-roading without the craziness off Mirror Lake Highway."
What campers like
Adult-only camping sections: Mountain Valley RV Resort in Heber City features dedicated zones for campers seeking quieter environments. "There is a section that is for adults 21 and older where children are not allowed," mentioned one reviewer who appreciated the separate areas.
River sounds: Many campers enjoy the natural water features at campgrounds near Wanship. A visitor at Knotty Pine RV Resort commented, "This a a beautiful site with great people and friendly staff. The river is hard to get to but pleasant to listen to."
Convenient highway access: Phillips RV Park offers easy interstate access for overnight stays, with one RVer noting it provides "Nice spot off the highway- easy large spaces for a Class A towing," making it suitable for large rigs passing through the area.
What you should know
Highway noise levels: Several RV parks near Wanship are close to Interstate 80 and may experience road noise. One camper at Phillips RV Park stated, "If you're into having a mexican restaurant 1 block away and being sandwiched between a major interstate, a railroad, and a highway, then this place is for you."
Water pressure variations: RV parks in the area can have extreme water pressure differences. A camper at Holiday Hills RV Park warned, "Note that the water pressure is VERY high!! 110psi - so make sure you bring and use a regulator."
Seasonal facility closures: Park City RV Resort has tiered camping areas with different seasonal availability. One camper observed, "The third tier, the one in which we were, are PHU. Half these spots are all gravel and very, very close... The fourth tier has more PHUs and tent camping on nicer, grassy plots with the creek surrounding."
Tips for camping with families
Pool availability by season: When traveling with children, check pool opening dates. A visitor to Park City RV Resort mentioned, "There is a pool and hot tub but the hot tub has been drained and pool could be closing due to a chlorine shortage in the area."
Kid-friendly amenities: Echo Island RV Resort provides multiple recreational options for children. A camper shared, "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... and they have dvds and sports equipment you can check out."
Playground considerations: Some rv parks near Wanship provide dedicated play areas but can get crowded during peak seasons. A visitor at Pony Express RV Resort observed, "The playground is clean, a good sized one, but overrun with unsupervised kids."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for large rigs: Numerous RV parks around Wanship accommodate big rigs but require careful site selection. At Park City RV Resort, one camper advised, "Full hook ups. 3 levels... Spots are long but very narrow. Less than 3' between our slides and the neighbor's slides."
Pet areas: Most RV parks near Wanship have designated pet zones with varying quality. A visitor at Riverside RV Resort noted, "There is a dog park area and access to a trail which runs along the river."
Fire restrictions: Propane fire pits are often allowed when wood fires are prohibited. A camper at Mountain Valley RV Resort observed, "Fires are not allowed in the individual sites, but the campground has three public gas fire pits. Or if you have your own gas fire pit, they will allow you to use it, but no wood burning is allowed."
