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

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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

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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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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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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 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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●Data sources on this page
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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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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