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Botts Campground

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — riverside, fishing, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $27.72 per night

Price range: $27.72–$55.45 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (19 reviews)

Season: May through October

This small campground is located about six miles east of Huntsville, Utah on a curve along the South Fork of the Ogden River. Botts sits at an elevation of 5,200 feet. It has been a popular camping spot since the pioneers came to Utah.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Camp Host, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/botts-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Small, historic campground located 6 miles east of Huntsville along the South Fork of the Ogden River at 5,200 feet elevation. Popular for fishing, hiking, swimming, and tubing with amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and restrooms.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions, moose, and snowshoe hares present in area. Also uinta ground squirrels, uinta chipmunks, northern harriers, and dark-eyed juncos.

Insider tips for Botts Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 7 single sites and 1 double site Life jackets required for tubing on South Fork Ogden River Bring self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Skip Botts Campground if: You need RV hookups. You cannot visit between November and April during off-season.

Best time to visit Botts Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: South Fork (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Magpie Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Lower Meadows Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Willows Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Botts Campground

Cell signal at Botts Campground (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★ 4.5 (19 reviews)From $27.72/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    This small campground is located about six miles east of Huntsville, Utah on a curve along the South Fork of the Ogden River. Botts sits at an elevation of 5,200 feet. It has been a popular camping spot since the pioneers came to Utah.

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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
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsCamp Host
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Restrooms

    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✕ You cannot visit between November and April during off-season

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 7 single sites and 1 double site

    Life jackets required for tubing on South Fork Ogden River

    Bring self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during these months only

    Things to do nearby

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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: Mountain lions, moose, and snowshoe hares present in area. Also uinta ground squirrels, uinta chipmunks, northern harriers, and dark-eyed juncos.

    Location

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    385-273-1100· Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
    Getting there →

    From Ogden, Utah travel east on 12th Street through Ogden Canyon. Continue on Highway 39 toward Monte Cristo. The campgrounds in this complex are Magpie, Botts, South Fork, Perception Park, Upper and Lower Meadows, and Willows in order from west to east. South Fork Campground complex is located approximately 5 to 7 miles east of Huntsville, Utah, on Highway 39.

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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

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Botts Campground cost per night?+
    Botts Campground costs $27.72–$55.45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Botts Campground open?+
    Botts Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Botts Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Botts Campground?+
    Botts Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Botts Campground?+
    Botts Campground 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 Botts Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Botts Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Botts Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Botts Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    Utah Recreation CompanyUinta-Wasatch-Cache National ForestPrint Facility Map
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    $27.72 /night★ 4.5 (19)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    South Fork (Ut)

    Pleasant Grove, UT

    From $27.72/night

    Magpie Campground (Ut)

    Pleasant Grove, UT

    From $27.72/night

    Lower Meadows Campground

    Pleasant Grove, UT

    From $25.93/night

    Willows Campground (Ut)

    Pleasant Grove, UT

    From $27.72/night

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