China Meadows Trailhead Campground

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, WY, WY

Price: From $18.1 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

China Meadows Trailhead Campground is located on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 10,000 feet. It is an access point to the High Uinta Wilderness where visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails. The Uinta Mountains are comprised of beautiful canyons, soaring peaks, pristine lakes, rivers and streams.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Fishing

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

China Meadows Trailhead Campground sits at 10,000 feet on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains and serves as an excellent access point to the High Uinta Wilderness with exceptional fishing, hiking, and trail opportunities. Campers consistently report the grounds are clean and well-maintained despite heavy use.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Mule Deer, American Red Squirrel, Least Chipmunk, Dark-eyed Junco, Pine Siskin, Canada Jay, Lincoln's Sparrow

Insider tips for China Meadows Trailhead Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained Substantial parking available despite heavy use

Skip China Meadows Trailhead Campground if: You require RV hookups. You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window. You prefer less crowded campgrounds.

Best time to visit China Meadows Trailhead Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: China Meadows Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY), Marsh Lake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Bridger Lake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Stateline (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at China Meadows Trailhead Campground

Cell signal at China Meadows Trailhead Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY): 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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China Meadows Trailhead Campground

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China Meadows Trailhead Campground is located on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 10,000 feet. It is an access point to the High Uinta Wilderness where visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails. The Uinta Mountains are comprised of beautiful canyons, soaring peaks, pristine lakes, rivers and streams.

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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 RV12 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 require RV hookups✕ You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window✕ You prefer less crowded campgrounds

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained

Substantial parking available despite heavy use

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

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: Moose, Mule Deer, American Red Squirrel, Least Chipmunk, Dark-eyed Junco, Pine Siskin, Canada Jay, Lincoln's Sparrow

Location

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

Take Wyoming State Highway 410 South out of Mountain View about 8 miles. Where the highway makes a sharp right turn to the west, go straight on to Uinta County Road 283 (gravel) and continue to Forest Service Road 072. Follow the signs past the Stateline Campground and past the China Meadows Campground to the China Meadows trailhead.

Campground entrance

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Community

#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, speakable
How much does China Meadows Trailhead Campground cost per night?+
China Meadows Trailhead Campground costs $18.1 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is China Meadows Trailhead Campground open?+
China Meadows Trailhead Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does China Meadows Trailhead Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at China Meadows Trailhead Campground?+
China Meadows Trailhead Campground can accommodate RVs up to 12 feet.
How do I make reservations at China Meadows Trailhead Campground?+
China Meadows Trailhead 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 Trailhead Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at China Meadows Trailhead 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 Trailhead Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
China Meadows Trailhead Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Utah Recreation CompanyPrint Facility MapUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
●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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SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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