Northeastern Utah is an outdoor adventurer's dream, with rugged wilderness to explore, historical, cultural, and archaeological sites to investigate, and some of the best fishing and watersports in the country. Enjoy the best of what the Uinta Mountains have to offer at these outstanding campgrounds.

1. Massey Meadow Camping Area

Located at the edge of Ashley Valley National Forest, this primitive campground is a popular destination for hikers and cavers due to its proximity to Massey Cave and the Flume Trail. Perfect for the intrepid adventurer, the hiking and mountain biking trail takes you along 20 miles of stunning scenery complete with challenging obstacles and smooth track.

The campsites are well-dispersed and accessible for campers; however there are no RV hookups, and little-to-no amenities beyond a vault toilet. The wide open meadows provide plenty of space to set up camp, enjoy the local wildlife, and stargaze after the sun sets. 

2. Red Canyon Campground

Named for its stunning red dirt cliff faces, this grassy meadow sits above the canyon at 7,400 ft. elevation above Flaming Gorge Reservoir. There’s plenty to do, including fishing for trout on the Green Lake or wandering the Red Rim Trail.  The area is packed with natural and cultural history, including Native American rock paintings and breathtaking geological formations.

The campground has both primitive sites and RV sites, as well as clean drinking water, campfire rings, and picnic tables. 

3. Red Fleet State Park

The perfect family-friendly destination in the Uinta Mountains, Red Fleet State Park campgrounds are suitable for tent and RV campers and have plenty of amenities including bathrooms, fire pits, and picnic tables.

There are numerous hiking trails to enjoy, including the Dinosaur Trail where you can see actual fossilized dinosaur footprints. Head down to the park for their annual Paddlefest. The area is ideal for lovers of watersports and the park offers paddleboard, canoe, and kayak rental.

4. Rainbow Park Campground

Affordable and secluded, this hidden gem in the Utah section of the Dinosaur National Monument has four spacious primitive campsites. Each is complete with a fire ring and picnic table and offers unparalleled views of the river and surrounding hills.

River rafting trips launch from the shores, and there is plenty to enjoy along the hiking trails, including amazing petroglyphs from ancient civilizations. The visitors center is a 45-minute drive from the site, but it is worth the trip to explore the monument and enjoy a guided tour with a park ranger. 

5. Grizzly Ridge Yurt

If you want an alternative to your traditional camping trip, stay at Grizzly Ridge Yurt in Ashley National Forest. The Yurt is available for camping year-round with plenty of activities to enjoy in every season. Go snowshoeing and skiing in the winter, or hike the trail 9,335 feet up to Grizzly Ridge.

While there is no plumbing, electricity, or running water, there are facilities available for cooking and a vault toilet.