Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut)

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $27.45 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (45 reviews)

Season: May through October

Balsam Campground is located on the banks of pretty Hobble Creek just 12 miles from Springville, Utah, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails. Rainbow and brown trout fishing are popular on Hobble Creek.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/balsam-uinta-wasatch-cache-national-forest-ut to be notified when sites open up.

Balsam Campground sits on the banks of Hobble Creek at 6,000 feet elevation with excellent fishing for rainbow and brown trout, plus nearby hiking and biking trails including the 1-mile Deer Springs Trail. Google reviews consistently praise it as a clean, shaded, family and dog-friendly campground with minimal crowds.

Wildlife alert: Great Basin Rattlesnake and Western Yellow-bellied Racer present in area; also Mule Deer, Red Fox, and Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus)

Insider tips for Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut): Book early — this is a popular federal campground Pack in/pack out policy — no garbage disposal on-site Bring your own water or plan to use the tap; no hookups available Highest campground on Hobble Creek means less traffic and crowd than lower sites

Skip Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) if: You need RV hookups — only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure. You prefer level tent sites — some reviewers noted uneven ground.

Best time to visit Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Cherry (Pleasant Grove, UT), Whiting (Pleasant Grove, UT), Diamond (Pleasant Grove, UT), Rock Canyon (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut)

Cell signal at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut)

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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.4 (45 reviews)From $27.45/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Balsam Campground is located on the banks of pretty Hobble Creek just 12 miles from Springville, Utah, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails. Rainbow and brown trout fishing are popular on Hobble Creek.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites10 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure✕ You prefer level tent sites — some reviewers noted uneven ground

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Pack in/pack out policy

no garbage disposal on-site

Bring your own water or plan to use the tap; no hookups available

Highest campground on Hobble Creek means less traffic and crowd than lower sites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Great Basin Rattlesnake and Western Yellow-bellied Racer present in area; also Mule Deer, Red Fox, and Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus)

Location

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From I-15 take Springville exit 260. Continue east, towards Springville, through the intersection of Main Street and Highway 400 South. At the four-way stop at the end of 400 South, turn right onto Canyon Road. Keep heading east up Canyon Road for about 6 miles. After passing Hobble Creek Golf Course, the road will fork; stay to the right. Balsam Campground is approximately 6 miles from the golf course past the junction of Forest Roads 132 and 058.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) cost per night?+
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) costs $27.45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) open?+
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut)?+
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut)?+
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) open, and what are check-in times?+
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Ut) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$27.45 /night★ 4.4 (45)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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