Forest camping near Salt Lake City

Camp by the largest saltwater lake in the US on a camping trip around Salt Lake City.

96% (265 reviews)
96% (265 reviews)

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Rasmussen Ridge

12 sites · RVs1 acre · Mantua, UT
Located in Mantua, UT, a small mountain valley in Cache National Forest on the Wasatchback of the Rocky Mountains of Utah. A ten minute walk to Mantua Reservoir for ice fishing in the winter, kayaking, boating, water skiing, fishing in Spring, Summer, & Fall. Pickleball courts and Sydney's Grill are a 10 minute walk away. Mountain biking, four wheeling, side-by-side adventure right outside your RV door to Willard Peak and the beautiful Northern Wasatchback. Use of my huge lawn (next to the field where you park) for lawn games (provided for a small fee), and my in-ground fire pit are available for your enjoyment. Friendly dogs are very welcome - my white Lab is always looking for new friends! 3 miles down Box Elder Canyon to two large grocery stores, Walmart, gas stations, restaurants, and gyms. One hour to skiing at Snow Basin (home of 2002 Olympic downhill), Powder Mountain to the south and Beaver Mountain to the north. World's largest game bird refuge and museum 10 minutes west down the canyon. Utah State University 30 minutes to the north and Weber State University 30 minutes to the south. Box Elder Creek is a 5 minute walk into Box Elder Campground, the poppy hill (2 weeks in June), and wonderful hiking opportunities. The valley was settled by Danish immigrants in 1862, and the property you will be on is owned by a descendent of the original settlers. See more info about Mantua in the link below.
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Secluded Mountain Tent Site

2 sites · Tents1 acre · Morgan, UT
Learn more about our tent sites in beautiful Mt. Green: This tent site is right in a little scrub oak forest, nestled in the foothills below Snowbasin. Beautiful views of Morgan Valley, Snowbasin Ski resort, it is a gateway to all your outdoor adventures. We are semi-rural, so expect wild turkeys randomly visiting, along with our neighbor's chickens, and a rooster crowing. Maybe even a deer or moose, if you're lucky. A starry sky, because we don't have much light pollution! The sites are tucked behind a hill, perfect for privacy, and is surrounded by scrub oak trees. Campers are welcome to use the fire pit area chairs and our portable propane fire place (when there is not a fire danger in place). There are some plug in bistro lights for a cozy camping ambiance and a power strip to charge any electronics. There is drinkable water at the faucet by our front porch. Cooking with a propane camp stove is ok. There is an enclosed compost toilet, power strip for charging needs, and a picnic table at the first tent site. Dogs are negotiable, just ask ahead of time. The sites are a short walk down from the top of the driveway. Sites are not wheelchair accessible. Our site only fits one four person tent. Our location in Mt. Green is a great central location to some of these spots: 10 minutes from Snowbasin Ski Resort: Skiing, snow shoeing, hiking, mountain biking, and a great brunch at the lodge. 15 minutes from Morgan: ATV rentals, horseback riding, river tubing, BBQ, coffee, and Debs Spicy Pie. 15 minutes from Ogden: Historic 25th Street, great bars, farmer's markets every Saturday, movie theater, excellent restaurants, and amazing rock climbing. 40 minutes from Salt Lake City: amazing bars, great food, lots of activities. 20 minutes from Boating or swimming at Pineview in Eden, or in East Canyon in Morgan. We have all sorts of activities that we can recommend. Please reach out, we'd be happy to share some of our favorite places!
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Mountain Life Retreat

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Wanship, UT
Ready to get away from it all and relax in a beautiful setting? Come check out our beautiful Winnebago camper located at 8000 ft in a quiet charming mountain neighborhood called Tollgate Canyon. Come enjoy stunning sunrises and sunsets, long mountain walks, and nearby stocked fishing pond to fish in (catch and release). Feel free to bring bikes, side by side and four wheelers to explore the mountain terrain. You will have access to the entire camper including a short queen bed, dining table (folds down to queen bed as well), kitchen with 2 burners, coffee maker, microwave, convection oven, small fridge, bathroom/wet bath, propane fire pit, outdoor grill, dining table. Sheets and towels will be provided. Dedicated parking space in front of camper. Stocked with some family games and cookware. LOCATION! You will enjoy this centrally located camper spot, located on a private lot. 15 min to freeway access. 25 min to major shopping, downtown, mountains, hiking, many reservoirs. Great little get away for small families or couple.
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Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to resource for finding the perfect camping experience. With over 70 options near Salt Lake City, Utah, in a forest setting, you're sure to find the outdoor adventure you're looking for. From the serene Wind Walker Homestead with 81 reviews, to the picturesque Provo River Property with 42 reviews, and the charming Mountain Maple Ranch with 33 reviews, there's a campsite to suit every taste. Enjoy popular amenities like potable water, showers, and toilets, while engaging in activities such as climbing, exploring historic sites, and participating in snow sports. Prices range from as low as $25 to an average of $45 per night, making camping accessible for everyone. So pack your gear and get ready to experience the great outdoors!

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