Anglers and rock climbers use Little Mill as a base camp for exploring American Fork Canyon, with the campground providing direct access to both creek fishing and nearby climbing walls. The Forest Service facility operates from late April through mid-October, accommodating RVs up to 65 feet alongside tent campers in a mix of open and forested terrain.
Most sites sit within earshot of American Fork Creek, which runs alongside the campground. Whitney K. notes the "creek nearby" and mentions a "sliding rock area" that draws families with children. Several reviewers describe hanging hammocks between the mature trees that provide shade throughout much of the campground. Sites closest to the water tend to fill first, particularly on weekends when proximity to the Wasatch Front brings crowds.
The campground includes vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings, but no electric hookups or potable water. Water hookups are available for RVs, and firewood can be purchased on-site. Cell service reaches the area, though coverage varies by carrier. Brad B. reports wildlife sightings including "deer, elk, big horn sheep, wild turkeys" and notes good trout fishing in the creek.
Road noise presents the most consistent complaint among visitors, with Highway 92 running directly adjacent to the campground. Multiple reviews mention traffic sounds continuing into early morning hours, particularly from motorcycles and modified vehicles. The access road can be rough, though it remains passable for large RVs with careful driving.
Reservations through Recreation.gov are strongly recommended for weekend stays, with sites ranging from $27 to $226 per night. For additional options in the area, campers can explore camping spots around Mutual Dell or check availability at nearby Timpooneke. Weekday visits typically offer better availability and less crowding than summer weekends.
Description
Overview
Little Mill Campground is located in American Fork Canyon on the banks of American Fork Creek. This popular campground is a great place to escape the hot summer days while hiking or fishing.
Recreation
American Fork Creek is a favorite among fly-fisherman. The creek is stocked with rainbow trout. The 20-mile paved Alpine Loop Scenic Byway passes the campground, traveling through alpine canyons, mountain meadows, aspen groves and pine forests, providing breathtaking views of the Wasatch Range. This road is not recommended for vehicles over 30 feet in length.
Facilities
The campground contains one group site and several family sites, many of which are accessible. Vault toilets are provided.
Natural Features
The campground is situated among dense stands of aspen, oak and maple trees, which provide nice shade and beautiful autumn color. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Tibble Fork and Silver Flat Reservoirs offer canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow, brook and brown trout. A portion of the north shore at Tibble Fork is accessible. Both reservoirs are open only to non-motorized watercraft. Scuba divers frequent Tibble Fork's south shore. Hiking and mountain biking trails abound at Tibble Fork, some beginning at the reservoir and others nearby. The 6-mile Tibble Fork Trail, 2-mile Pine Hollow Trail, 3-mile Mill Canyon Trail and the 15-mile Ridge Trail are in the vicinity. Timpanogos Cave National Monument is just a few miles down American Fork Canyon, with a rewarding but steep 1.5-mile hike to a guided tour of the spectacular three-room cave system. The trail offers stunning views of American Fork Canyon.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.
Charges & Cancellations
Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. Refunds Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location. Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. Recreation.gov Billing Information Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777." Changes to Policies and Procedures Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.
Fee Info
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app) 22 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle 2 double sites - $62.00, capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicles 2 glamping sites - $119.00, capacity - 8 people (deposit required) + 1 vehicle 1 overnight group site - $256.00, capacity - 50 people + 10 vehicles Day Use - $15.00 Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check) Firewood - $9.00
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
The National Forest will be conducting hazardous fuels reduction work in and around Granite Flat and Little Mill Campgrounds during the summer of 2026 to help reduce wildfire risk.Visitors may see crews working and hear chainsaws MondayThursday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., though crews will avoid occupied campsites whenever possible. Work will include removing smaller trees and trimming larger ones, while preserving aspen stands to encourage healthy forest growth.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLittle Mill is located in Utah near Mutual Dell
Directions
From Salt Lake City or Provo, take I-15 to the Alpine-Highland exit 284. Travel 8 miles east on Utah Highway 92 to the mouth of American Fork Canyon. Stay on 92 for 4 miles to the campground.
Address
Little Mill Campground Rd
Provo, UT 84604
Coordinates
40.4494444 N
111.6716667 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 5/19/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/18/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 5/19/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/18/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 33 min from Provo, UT
- 41 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 1 hr 9 min from Ogden, UT
- 1 hr 53 min from Logan, UT


































