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Several cabin options exist near Whiterocks, Utah, with Steinaker State Park Campground offering a single rental cabin that sits close to the lake with pleasant views. Cabins in the area typically provide basic amenities including electricity, picnic tables, and fire pits with grills. "Wow! We spent 3 nights at Dippy Cabin and what a fantastic place! Amazing views, private drive, mini fridge, and microwave," noted one visitor about Steinaker's cabin. The Paradise Guard Station cabin provides a more rustic experience with toilet facilities but lacks modern amenities like electric hookups or running water.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The KOA Campground in Vernal offers cabin rentals with more amenities than forest service options, featuring electricity, trash service, and access to showers and toilets. Moon Lake Campground also provides cabin options approximately 30 miles from Whiterocks. Most cabins are reservable, with availability limited during peak summer months from June through September. According to one visitor, the Dippy Cabin at Steinaker comes equipped with "Full size bunk beds, porch, and grill."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic kitchen facilities vary by location—some cabins offer mini-refrigerators and microwaves while others provide only outdoor cooking options. Steinaker State Park's cabin includes a mini fridge and microwave, making it suitable for basic meal preparation. The KOA in Vernal maintains an on-site market for basic supplies, while more remote cabin locations require guests to bring all necessary provisions. Pet policies differ between properties—Steinaker State Park and the KOA allow pets, while Moon Lake prohibits animals in their cabins.
"We spent 3 nights at Dippy Cabin and what a fantastic place! Amazing views, private drive, mini fridge, and microwave. Full size bunk beds, porch, and grill. Absolutely fantastic."
"Steinaker State Park and Campground is located about five miles north of Vernal, UT."
from $30 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Vernal Dinosoar Koa seems like it has a TON of spots crammed into a small are but all of them have green grass, picnic tables, and grills. Some sites have covered awnings some have large shade trees."
"Every site has a fire pit and a picnic table and chairs. Bathrooms were clean, water was hot."
from $29 - $72 / night
Check Availability"To keep it fairly brief, the camp sites are mainly situated around a large, open, slightly uneven grass area which is great for tent camping and day activities (volleyball, frisbee, catch, BBQing.)"
"This park was recently underwent a multi-million dollar update so reviews before November of 2024 may no longer be 100% accurate."
from $50 - $200 / night
Check Availability"Lots of activities for families (pool, play area), small dog area, clean restrooms, staff was very friendly."
"It's about a 30min drive from the dinosaur fossils, but its worth it for the amenities and the cute town."
"Many ATV trails. A couple bathroom facilities, picnic tables, a couple group fire pitsm room for RVs and Tents."
"The camp limit is 16 days and we pull our campers around this huge area when required. Circle Camp as we have named it is a popular site and your lucky to score it anytime during the summer months."
from $25 / night
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Check Availability"Clean, modern laundry. $2/wash and $2/40 min of dryer. Clean restrooms. Showers 0.25 cents for 7 minutes. Level gravel sites."
"Play set, tons of grass, sand volleyball, tether ball, picnic/grilling areas. laundry and bathroom/shower very clean. And staff was great to work with."
from $50 / night
Check Availability"They upgraded their shop and added a little ice cream bar. The new staff is very friendly. They even have little cabins you can rent that include extra things such as a fridge."
"A beautiful location, great little store walking distance from our site with ice cream and supplies, and clean bathrooms!"
from $60 / night
Check Availability"Moon Lake Campground is a clean and modern campground on the shores of a beautiful high mountain lake. The spots can be a little close together, but they are well developed."
"Fun campground with plenty of spaces near Moon Lake. There are toilets, drinking water, fire pits, and even a lodge where you can buy supplies or rent a boat for the lake."
from $20 - $32 / night
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TravelerWow! We spent 3 nights at Dippy Cabin and what a fantastic place! Amazing views, private drive, mini fridge, and microwave. Full size bunk beds, porch, and grill. Absolutely fantastic.
GuideWe backpacked into Grizzly Ridge Yurt for a one night stay late this last summer. What a fun and beautiful place to stay. The Yurt is situated in a clearing at about 9000 feet. It's surrounded by pine and aspen trees, and at night from the front porch you can see the lights of Vernal in the distance. There is a fire ring located just below the yurt, with plenty of fire wood provided. The yurt is well stocked with two double bunk beds, a propane cooking stove, plenty of pots and pans, and a wood burning stove which kept us TOASTY WARM all night! Remember your own bedding, plenty of water, and lighting (no electricity or water at the yurt). We thoroughly enjoyed reading stories from the guest book.
GuideLast spring we snowshoed into the Colton Guard Station. What a fun experience! It's about a five mile snowshoe from Highway 40. There is a gate in the winter preventing you from going any further than the parking lot on Forest Road 020. There is a cabin and bunkhouse on the complex, both with wood burning stoves (wood provided). The cabin has a set of twin bunk beds, and a futon that folds out. The bunk house has several twin beds with mattresses. There is an old outhouse that you can use in the winter (no running water to the guard station that time of year). We had so much fun playing games by the warmth of the wood burning stove and sledding down the surrounding hills. Our four legged friend enjoyed being able to accompany us on our adventure. Remember to bring your own bedding and water.
TravelerMoon Lake Campground is a clean and modern campground on the shores of a beautiful high mountain lake. The spots can be a little close together, but they are well developed. The bathrooms are modern for a national forest campground with running water, electricity, flushing toilets and ventilation fans. The camp host did an excellent job of daily cleaning and stocking of the campground. Just feet outside the campground is a private resort with rustic cabins and a lodge. The lodge store provides basic necessities in the event you forgot something, as well as an ice cream bar with sundaes and soda on tap. The lodge provides rentals of kayaks and small fishing boats. It even has a taco truck out front. All around, our family ranks Moon Lake near the top of our favorite camping spots.
LegendThis is a great lil campground although I feel like they tried to cram alot of campsites right on top of each other. All sites have picnic tables and firepits with a grill. Its kinda a dry vegetation in the park mostly sage brush and junipers, Some bigger shadier trees towards the lake but you better book those way in advance cause they fill up fast. They have small sites, tent sites, many large pull through sites, and even one small cabin. I did notice 3 bathroom facilities in spread throughout the park though and water spigots throughout. They have recently built a nature trail that runs from the side of the lake around to the front of it so thats a nice lil jont. They do also offer one group site that has a pavilion. This campground is not for anyone that doesnt like to be seen cause most likely you'll have a neighbor right next to you, above you, or below you.
GuideAccessible by hiking, skiing, and ATVs. This yurt has 2 full sized bunk beds, no bedding. Has a fireplace, propane cook stove, pots, pans, and even a telescope located under one of the beds. There is a fun guest book you can read through and write you own adventures in. Large deck with a firepit located just below it with firewood provided. Outhouse situated on the hill behind the yurt. Yurt is approximately 4 miles from paved road.
ScoutI have been camping here for about 30 years and I'm only 30 years old. My family and our camp friends have been going here, year after year, for the great camp sites, fun hiking and most of all, the sublime waterskiing. To keep it fairly brief, the camp sites are mainly situated around a large, open, slightly uneven grass area which is great for tent camping and day activities (volleyball, frisbee, catch, BBQing.) Not much shade from the smaller trees but there are shaded picnic tables for each site. Around that are the RV sites with full hookups. The surrounding tent sites are in a more desert like, sandy area where I haven't spent much camp time. The bathrooms are usually clean and in good working order with running water, but nothing fancy (no showers.) The lake has a plethora of awesome acitivites including boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, cliff jumping, fishing and does provide some rentals. We usually try to go during the week as it does get quite busy/crowded on weekends.
GuideGrizzly Ridge yurt can be accessed in Winter or Summer, by snowshoeing, snowmobiling, 4 wheel drive or hiking in. We decided to hike into the yurt. The hike itself is about 4.5 miles with a 1200 feet elevation gain, it is a good trail and easy to follow. The yurt itself has a nice outside deck, two double bunk beds, wood stove, cook stove and some pans and utensils. People leave cleaning supplies and overall the yurt was pretty clean. The view is outstanding. There is not running water, so make sure you bring plenty... or melt snow in the winter. There is an outhouse on site. There was an occasional 4 wheeler that would come by, but other then that it was complete solitude. They have a journal on site for people to log their experience. It is worth reading.
ScoutMy family and I love camping and have been building our camping arsenal and experience. This campsite gave us a good time and also helped us realized what we needed to add to our “Need to Buy List: Camping Edition.”
First, the Pros of the visit.
Now the Cons.
Overall, it was not a bad campsite! I think our experience wasn’t the best but that’s mainly due our unpreparedness and lack of experience. There’s many things to do in Fruitland area and also places where you can enjoy the peace and quiet! I hope our learning experience can benefit anyone interested in go to this campsite! Happy camping!
Cabin camping near Whiterocks, Utah provides access to mountain lakes, scenic byways, and multiple state parks within a 40-mile radius. Located at approximately 5,350 feet elevation, the area experiences warm summer days with cool evenings and occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Access roads to most cabin sites are paved with short gravel sections leading to some properties.
Hiking trails: The Eagle Crest trail at Steinaker State Park Campground offers elevated views of both the lake and Vernal beyond. "Hike the Eagle Crest trail located at the large group site for beautiful views of the lake, and Vernal beyond. Make Steinaker your basecamp for the many mountain biking trails just up the highway, hiking (check out Moonshine Arch), fishing, and more," suggests Amanda B.
Wildlife viewing: Red Cloud Loop Scenic Byway near East Park Campground provides opportunities to see local wildlife including moose. "Within a few miles of the campground we saw 4 moose," reports Jennifer C., who recommends taking time to drive the scenic route while staying at East Park.
Dinosaur exploration: The fossil sites at Dinosaur National Monument are approximately 30 minutes from Outlaw Trail RV Park. "Right outside visitor center for Dinosaur national monument, Quarry wall of dinosaur bones and several self guided auto tours with stops along the way," notes Cathy C. about the convenient location.
Lake activities: Moon Lake Campground offers boat rentals, fishing, swimming, and paddle sports on a high-elevation lake. "The lodge provides rentals of kayaks and small fishing boats. It even has a taco truck out front," writes Corey J. about Moon Lake's amenities, adding that "The bathrooms are modern for a national forest campground with running water, electricity, flushing toilets and ventilation fans."
Recreation amenities: Family-friendly features at Vernal / Dinosaurland KOA include multiple activity options beyond basic camping. "What I liked about this campground were all the activity options they gave you, unlike some other KOA's I've stayed at. There was a small but functional K-9 park, a kids park, a swimming pool, a jump pad, and they had bike/3 wheeler rentals, and a mini golf coarse," explains Cortney M.
Seclusion options: Despite their popularity, some cabin areas offer quieter camping spots away from crowds. At Iron Springs, "Circle Camp as we have named it is a popular site and you're lucky to score it anytime during the summer months. As you can see from the pictures it has a nice big fire pit," describes Cortney M., noting that family groups can fit "4-5 trailers in this site."
Seasonal water levels: Lake levels fluctuate significantly throughout the summer season at several area reservoirs. "The lake has a boat ramp but the water gets drawn down and there does not seem to be any nice beach area," Greg L. reports about East Park, adding that sometimes "cattle were on the shoreline."
Communication limitations: Cell service is unavailable at several cabin camping locations in the area. "No cell signal of any provider" is reported at East Park Campground by Greg L., making it important to plan communications and navigation before arrival.
Varying bathroom facilities: Restroom quality varies widely between cabin camping locations. Red Fleet State Park Campground offers "Bathroom facilities with running water," according to Cortney M., while other campgrounds only provide vault toilets without running water.
Playground access: Multiple cabin camping locations feature designated play areas for children. "They had a HUGE grassy field that you could go throw frisbees on or even fly a kite," notes Cortney M. about the Vernal Dinosaurland KOA's open spaces beyond the formal playground.
Swimming options: Red Fleet State Park offers swimming from a designated beach area with a floating dock. "There is a beach area with a floating dock to swim out to. They rent kayaks, paddle boards and canoes," explains Tammy H.
Educational activities: Combine cabin camping with dinosaur-themed learning opportunities for children. "We chose this camp ground as a stop over on the way home... We are currently planning family camp 2022, and are planning on staying here for a week to explore all the dinosaurs," shares Jason S. about using the Vernal KOA as a base for dinosaur activities.
Site selection: For cabin campers with RVs, East Park Campground offers sites with easy lake access but limited hookups. "Nice campground. Graveled road and sites available for RV or tents. They also have water spigots," notes Cortney M.
Utility hookup availability: Full-service sites are available at select locations near Whiterocks. Outlaw Trail RV Park provides "Level gravel sites. Right outside visitor center for Dinosaur national monument," according to Cathy C., who also notes the practical amenities like "Clean, modern laundry. $2/wash and $2/40 min of dryer."
Weather considerations: Summer camping typically features warm days but cooler nights at higher elevation sites. "Clear skies made looking at stars wonderful... My suggestions are to take some kind of extra shade. There are not a lot of trees for shade," advises Arnel O. about summer cabin camping.
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