Best Places to Camp in Utah
One of the best places to camp in Utah is the Moab area, but did you know there is so much more to see? The Mighty 5 National Parks, Valley of the Gods, and more. Utah is one of those states a person can visit over and over and never get tired of the scenery. My favorite seasons for visiting Utah are spring and fall. I find it too hot in the summer months. I’m a weather weenie though.
North Utah RVing And Camping
North Utah isn’t just where Salt Lake City is located but also includes several National Monuments and Recreation Areas and The Great Salt Lake perfect for RVing and camping.
Things to do In North Utah
- Golden Spike National Historic Site
- Timpanogos Cave National Monument
- Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area
- Dinosour National Monument
- Antelope Island State Park
- Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
- See the Petroglyphs at Nine Mile Canyon
- The Spiral Jetty at the Great Salt Lake
Best Places to Camp in Utah – North
- Golden Spike RV Park, Brigham City, Utah
- Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, August 2016
- Flaming Gorge Marina and RV Park, Utah/Wyoming State Line (unable to locate a link), June 2013
South Utah RVing and Camping
Southern Utah is home to five National Parks also referred to as the Mighty 5. Each of these parks is more than worth a multi-day visit. The scenery and camping alone are over the top fantastic. After researching things to do in Utah, I’m feeling the need to go back and do all the things I found.
I can’t begin to tell you how magical South Utah is. Around every corner is an amazing rock formation, spectacular canyon, or an incredible sunset. Boondocking locations are numerous and secluded sites can be found if you’re willing to venture off the beaten path.
I’d particularly suggest you visit Valley of the Gods. Located in Southeast Utah and very remote and out of the way, it’s such a worthwhile place to see. Below, I have linked my post from several days of boondocking in Valley of the Gods. While you’re there, don’t miss Monument Valley and take a photo of your rig where Forest Gump stopped running.
Things to do In South Utah
- Visit a National Park, or 5
- Arches National Park
- Canyonlands National Park
- Capitol Reef National Park
- Valley of the Gods
- Monument Valley
- Cedar Breaks National Monument
- Hike Peek-a-boo Gulch near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
- Snow Canyon State Park
- See the HooDoos at Goblin Valley State Park
- Visit Butch Cassidy’s Childhood Home
- Dig for Trilobite Fossels
- Drive Hell’s Backbone
- Visit Kodachrome State Park
- See House on Fire Ruin
Best Places to Camp in Utah – South
- Valley of the Gods Dispersed, Mexican Hat, Utah, Boondocking
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I am totally in love with Utah, especially Bryce Canyon and would love to go back in a different season. I have been there twice and both times in February. I will be back someday, and will use your guide if I go back to camp. Thanks so much for all of the details!
My pleasure Karen. I know I’ll be going back again one day. Enjoy!