Every since I got involved in this airstream life and subsequently this airstream blog, I never thought I would be able to provide guides and tips to other campers to make their camping experience even more enjoyable. I am currently Airstreaming with my sister as I write this article sitting in Utah. With that, I want to share some of the best camping sites in Utah as well as other camping locations in Utah.

If you are looking for Utah RV camping spots, you are in luck because I have camped at plenty of spots over the course of week to fill you in on a few tips and things I would have done differently.

Best Camping Sites in Utah

There are pros and cons to camping in Utah. A con for many would be the limited campsites and locations to go to compared to another state like California, example. However, since there are not too many options to choose from, it does make picking your campsite in Utah much easier.

Camping in Utah with children is wonderful too! Utah is very kid friendly with convient parking, plenty of fun and affordable activites, as well as a range of outdoor activites to participate in.

1. Sun Outdoors Salt Lake City

2. Sun Outdoors Moab

3. Wonderland RV Park

4. Salt Lake City KOA

5. Richfield KOA Holiday 

Utah Camping near Lakes

Now, if you are looking for Utah camping locations near lakes, you don't have many lakes to choose from, so that narrows down the options. The Great Salt Lake is your main options, but the list below provide everything you may need.

1. Great Salt Lake Campground

2. Hailstone Campground

3. Utah Lake State Park 

4. Washington Lake Campground

5. Oasis Campground 

Utah Camping in National Parks

Utah is really known for breathtaking National Parks such as the notorious Zion National Park. However, there are other areas in Utah to camp at a National Park. Here is a list of campspots at each respective National Park.

1. Zion National Park

• Watchman Campground (no hook ups) 
• South Campground (no hook ups) 
• Lava Point Campground (no hook ups)
• Zion Canyon Campground & Rv Resort (located on the outskirts of the park)
• Range RV Campground 

2. Bryce Canyon National Park

• North Campground (no hook ups) 
• Sunset Campground (no hook ups)
• Bryce Valley Ranch RV & Horse Park
• Bryce Canyon RV Resort 

3. Capitol Reef National Park

• Fruita Campground
• Cathedral Campground
• Cedar Mesa Campground
• Thousand Lakes RV Park
• Capital Reef RV Park & Glamping

4. Arches National Park

• Devils Garden Campground
• Sun Outdoors Arches 
• Portal RV Resort & Campground

5. Canyonlands National Park

• Willow Flat Campground
• Squaw Flat Campground
• Sun Outdoors Canyonlands Gateway

Free camping in Utah

Everything is truly better when it is free, but free camping in Utah can mean unbeatable views. All of these free camping spots in Utah are through Harvest Host, so make sure to sign up!

1. Rowley's Red Barn 

2. Wrench Cross Stables

3. Red Acre Farm CSA 

4. Cloudy Owl Farm

5. Saltfire Brewing Co

Utah Desert Camping

Southern Utah is a hot desert, but if you love going out to the desert and bringing your toys, Utah desert camping is for you.

1. Desert Moon Campground and RV Park 

2. Sandy Beach 

3. Arrowhead Campground

4. Zion Wright Ranch Eco-Campground

5. The Needles Outpost Campground

Conclusion

Whether you are looking to do some Utah camping with kids, soak up the sand with some Utah desert camping, or maybe you want a nice a secluded camping spot in Utah. Whatever you desire, you can find quite a few nice campsites in the peaceful and quiet state. Just remember, Utah camping in national parks is absolutely amazing and you will not regret going! 

Safe travels.