Bear Canyon

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $91.78 per night

Price range: $91.78–$143 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (6 reviews)

Season: May through October

Bear Canyon Campground is situated on the boundary of the Mount Nebo Wilderness Area just off the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway at an elevation of 6,800 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in this quiet canyon.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.The campground contains three large group sites with picnic tables, serving tables, grills and campfire circles. Site A can accommodate up to 60 people , Site B can accommodate up to 40 people , and Site C can accommodate up to 20

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/bear-canyon to be notified when sites open up.

Bear Canyon offers excellent fishing for rainbow trout in Salt Creek and direct access to the Bear Canyon Trail for hiking and biking, all situated at 6,800 feet on the scenic Nebo Loop Byway near Mount Nebo Wilderness.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear observed in the area (iNaturalist research-grade). Store food properly and be bear-aware while hiking trails.

Insider tips for Bear Canyon: Book early — this is a federal campground and sites fill quickly despite having only 3 total sites Bring a self-contained RV; there are no hookups available at most sites Salt Creek runs along the campground edge for convenient rainbow trout fishing access

Skip Bear Canyon if: You need RV hookups — none are available. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed. You have a large group and only one site available — only 3 sites total exist.

Best time to visit Bear Canyon: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only, as stated in verified data.

Nearby campgrounds: Ponderosa Uinta (Pleasant Grove, UT), Tinney Flat (Pleasant Grove, UT), Blackhawk (Pleasant Grove, UT), Payson Lakes Guard Station (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bear Canyon

Cell signal at Bear Canyon (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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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.2 (6 reviews)From $91.78/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Bear Canyon Campground is situated on the boundary of the Mount Nebo Wilderness Area just off the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway at an elevation of 6,800 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in this quiet canyon.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.The campground contains three large group sites with picnic tables, serving tables, grills and campfire circles. Site A can accommodate up to 60 people , Site B can accommodate up to 40 people , and Site C can accommodate up to 20 people .

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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 RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites6 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 — none are available✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed✕ You have a large group and only one site available — only 3 sites total exist

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground and sites fill quickly despite having only 3 total sites

Bring a self-contained RV; there are no hookups available at most sites

Salt Creek runs along the campground edge for convenient rainbow trout fishing access

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only, as stated in verified data

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: American Black Bear observed in the area (iNaturalist research-grade). Store food properly and be bear-aware while hiking trails.

Location

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Getting there →

From I-15, take Nephi exit 225. Travel about 5 miles east on Highway 132 to the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway. Turn left onto the byway and travel 3.5 miles to the Bear Canyon turnoff. Turn left. Bear Canyon Campground is located at the end of the road, just past Ponderosa Campground.

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Bear Canyon cost per night?+
Bear Canyon costs $91.78–$143 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Bear Canyon open?+
Bear Canyon is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bear Canyon have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Bear Canyon?+
Bear Canyon can accommodate RVs up to 30 feet.
How do I make reservations at Bear Canyon?+
Bear Canyon 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 Bear Canyon?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bear Canyon is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bear Canyon open, and what are check-in times?+
Bear Canyon is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Print Facility MapUtah Recreation CompanyUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$91.78 /night★ 4.2 (6)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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