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Pleasant Grove, WY, WY★ 4.2 (5 reviews)From $19.91/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
China Meadows Campground is located on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 10,000 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails. China Meadows has 9 single campsites with picnic tables and fire rings.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV25 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 require RV hookups — none are available✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally✕ You visit during peak season without advance reservations
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand
The vault toilet is well-maintained according to camper reviews
Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Moose, Mule Deer, American Red Squirrel, Least Chipmunk, Dark-eyed Junco, Canada Jay, Pine Siskin, Lincoln's Sparrow
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
385-273-1100· Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Getting there →
From Mountain View, WY, take State Rt. 410 south 6.5 miles to Wasatch National Forest sign. Continue straight at this sign onto an oil and gravel road and go 18.5 miles to the "campground" sign at a "Y" intersection. Bear left at the intersection and go 0.7 miles to China Meadows campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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, speakableHow much does China Meadows Campground cost per night?+
China Meadows Campground costs $19.91 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is China Meadows Campground open?+
China Meadows Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does China Meadows Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at China Meadows Campground?+
China Meadows Campground can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet.
How do I make reservations at China Meadows Campground?+
China Meadows 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 China Meadows Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at China Meadows Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is China Meadows Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
China Meadows Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●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
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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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$19.91 /night★ 4.2 (5)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
FAQ
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