Christmas Meadows Campground
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT
Price: From $26.25 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (39 reviews)
Season: May through October
Christmas Meadows Campground is located just a few miles off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, 36 miles from Evanston, Wyoming. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.Christmas Meadows Trail, for hiking and horseback riding, begins just outside the campground. Numerous additional hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails crisscross this beautiful region.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/christmas-meadows-campground to be notified when sites open up.
Christmas Meadows Campground offers well-maintained facilities with clean sites and abundant recreation including hiking, fishing, and horseback riding trails in the scenic Uinta Mountains. Google reviewers consistently praise its natural beauty, cleanliness, and proximity to miles of trails.
Wildlife alert: Shiras Moose, Mule Deer, Mountain Goat, North American Porcupine, and Uinta Ground Squirrel present in the area—use caution and secure food.
Insider tips for Christmas Meadows Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 10 sites and high demand Bring a high-clearance vehicle or plan for bumpy road conditions on the final miles to campground Purchase firewood on-site rather than bringing your own
Skip Christmas Meadows Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You visit outside May-October—seasonal operations only. You need cell service or modern amenities—vault toilets only.
Best time to visit Christmas Meadows Campground: July — Peak season with confirmed water availability and lush green conditions per camper reviews. May-October — Official operating season.
Nearby campgrounds: Hayden Fork Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY), Stillwater (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Beaver View Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY), Wolverine Atv Trailhead Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY).
Cell Phone Coverage at Christmas Meadows Campground
Cell signal at Christmas Meadows Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
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.
Christmas Meadows Campground is located just a few miles off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, 36 miles from Evanston, Wyoming. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.Christmas Meadows Trail, for hiking and horseback riding, begins just outside the campground. Numerous additional hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails crisscross this beautiful region.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedStraight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with only 10 sites and high demand
Bring a high-clearance vehicle or plan for bumpy road conditions on the final miles to campground
Purchase firewood on-site rather than bringing your own
Peak season with confirmed water availability and lush green conditions per camper reviews
Official operating season
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Evanston, Wyoming, take Highway 150 south for 32 miles. Turn east on Christmas Meadows Road and travel 4 miles to the end of the road and the 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 Christmas Meadows Campground cost per night?+
What season is Christmas Meadows Campground open?+
Does Christmas Meadows Campground have hookups?+
What is the maximum RV length at Christmas Meadows Campground?+
How do I make reservations at Christmas Meadows Campground?+
What is the cell service like at Christmas Meadows Campground?+
What season is Christmas Meadows Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Official resources
●Data sources on this page
CamperWatch never fabricates data. Where data is unavailable, it is not shown.
Nearby Campgrounds
Own a campground nearby?
List free on CamperWatch — we take 5% only on bookings we send. No monthly fee.