Hayden Fork Campground
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Pleasant Grove, WY, WY
Price: From $21.73 per night
Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)
Season: May through October
Hayden Fork Campground is located 40 miles from Evanston, Wyoming, just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Hayden Fork is just outside the campground, providing great fishing opportunities. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.
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/hayden-fork-campground to be notified when sites open up.
Hayden Fork Campground offers a quiet experience at 8,800 feet elevation with excellent fishing on the Hayden Fork River and access to hiking, backpacking, and scenic recreation in the Uinta Mountains. Reviewers praise it as a beautiful spot with clean facilities and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.
Wildlife alert: Moose sightings are common (keep dogs leashed), plus Mule Deer, Shiras Moose, North American Porcupine, Uinta Ground Squirrel, Ruffed Grouse, and Boreal Owls in the area.
Insider tips for Hayden Fork Campground: Site #7 is the best spot — located by the river with scenic views. Book early as this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand. Visit at dawn for moose sightings.
Skip Hayden Fork Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer warmer nights — elevation of 8,800 feet means chilly nighttime temperatures.. You visit outside May-October — campground is seasonally closed..
Best time to visit Hayden Fork Campground: Late May to June — Reviewers report accessing the campground before official opening and enjoying uncrowded conditions with beautiful spring conditions.. September to early October — Season runs through October with milder weather than peak summer, though nights are chilly at elevation..
Nearby campgrounds: Beaver View Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY), Stillwater (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Wolverine Atv Trailhead Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY), Christmas Meadows Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Hayden Fork Campground
Cell signal at Hayden Fork 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.
Hayden Fork Campground is located 40 miles from Evanston, Wyoming, just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Hayden Fork is just outside the campground, providing great fishing opportunities. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.
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 entrySite #7 is the best spot
located by the river with scenic views.
Book early as this is a federal campground with only 9 sites and high demand.
Visit at dawn for moose sightings.
Reviewers report accessing the campground before official opening and enjoying uncrowded conditions with beautiful spring conditions.
Season runs through October with milder weather than peak summer, though nights are chilly at elevation.
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Evanston, WY, take WY-150 S for 22.5 miles. Continue onto UT-150 for 12.3 miles. Turn left onto Forest Rd 116. Bear right to stay on Forest Rd 116 and go 144 feet to 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 Hayden Fork Campground cost per night?+
What season is Hayden Fork Campground open?+
Does Hayden Fork Campground have hookups?+
What is the maximum RV length at Hayden Fork Campground?+
How do I make reservations at Hayden Fork Campground?+
What is the cell service like at Hayden Fork Campground?+
What season is Hayden Fork Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
●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.