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
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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.
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.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained
Substantial parking available despite heavy use
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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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.
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- 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.
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