Mt. Timpanogos

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $27.67 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (80 reviews)

Season: May through October

Timpanogos Campground is located along the beautiful Alpine Loop Scenic Byway in the Wasatch Mountains. The Mount Timpanogos Wilderness Area is adjacent. Visitors enjoy hiking the Aspen Grove Trail to the summit of Mount Timpanogos.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.The campground contains several family campsites with picnic tables and campfire rings.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets

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

Mt. Timpanogos Campground offers 27 sites along the scenic Alpine Loop in the Wasatch Mountains with direct access to the popular 14-mile Aspen Grove Trail to Mount Timpanogos summit. Most recent camper reviews praise clean sites, well-maintained fire pits and picnic tables, and friendly camp hosts.

Wildlife alert: American Pika, Mountain Goats, Moose, Clark's Nutcracker, Flammulated Owl, American Dipper, and Northern Rubber Boa documented in area

Insider tips for Mt. Timpanogos: Book early—federal campground with high demand Bring self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites Aspen Grove Trail trailhead is directly across the road from campground

Skip Mt. Timpanogos if: Need RV hookups—none available. Require year-round camping—seasonal May-October only. Recent reports indicate bathroom maintenance issues at some facilities.

Best time to visit Mt. Timpanogos: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Theater In The Pines (Pleasant Grove, UT), Altamont (Pleasant Grove, UT), Timpooneke (Pleasant Grove, UT), Little Mill (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Mt. Timpanogos

Cell signal at Mt. Timpanogos (Pleasant Grove, UT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 3.8 (80 reviews)From $27.67/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Timpanogos Campground is located along the beautiful Alpine Loop Scenic Byway in the Wasatch Mountains. The Mount Timpanogos Wilderness Area is adjacent. Visitors enjoy hiking the Aspen Grove Trail to the summit of Mount Timpanogos.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.The campground contains several family campsites with picnic tables and campfire rings.

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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 RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Flush Toilets

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:✕ Need RV hookups—none available✕ Require year-round camping—seasonal May-October only✕ Recent reports indicate bathroom maintenance issues at some facilities

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground with high demand

Bring self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites

Aspen Grove Trail trailhead is directly across the road from campground

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Pika, Mountain Goats, Moose, Clark's Nutcracker, Flammulated Owl, American Dipper, and Northern Rubber Boa documented in area

Location

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Getting there →

From I-15, take exit 272 for 800 north toward Orem and proceed east on Highway 52 to the mouth of Provo Canyon. Go east on Highway 189 for 7 miles to the Sundance Resort turnoff. Take Highway 92 for 6 miles. Campground will be on your right, past Sundance Resort and Aspen Grove Recreation Area.

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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

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How much does Mt. Timpanogos cost per night?+
Mt. Timpanogos costs $27.67 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mt. Timpanogos open?+
Mt. Timpanogos is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mt. Timpanogos have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mt. Timpanogos?+
Mt. Timpanogos can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mt. Timpanogos?+
Mt. Timpanogos 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 Mt. Timpanogos?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mt. Timpanogos is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mt. Timpanogos open, and what are check-in times?+
Mt. Timpanogos is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$27.67 /night★ 3.8 (80)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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