Pioneer Campground (Ut)

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $23.99 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (38 reviews)

Season: May through October

Pioneer campground is located on the banks of the Blacksmith Fork River about 9 miles from Hyrum, Utah at an elevation of 5,600 feet. This little campground has many nicely secluded sites tucked under Black Willow and Box Elder trees. This campground has 17 single sites each with a picnic table and fire ring.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms, Bear Boxes, Fishing

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

Pioneer Campground sits on the banks of the Blacksmith Fork River with nicely secluded sites under Black Willow and Box Elder trees. Visitors enjoy fishing, hiking, mountain biking on the Great Western Trail, and scenic drives.

Wildlife alert: Great Basin Rattlesnake and Northern Rubber Boa present in area. Mountain Chickadee and Black-capped Chickadee commonly observed.

Insider tips for Pioneer Campground (Ut): Sites 16, 17, 18 are clustered together and separated from main campground for more privacy with river access Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Bring your own water as there is no running water at most sites

Skip Pioneer Campground (Ut) if: You need RV hookups - no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer spacious campsites - Google reviews note sites are very close together. You want on-site hiking trails - Google reviews indicate no hiking trails at the campground itself.

Best time to visit Pioneer Campground (Ut): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Shenoah Picnic Area (Pleasant Grove, UT), Blacksmith Fork Guard Station (Logan, UT), Spring Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Bridger Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Pioneer Campground (Ut)

Cell signal at Pioneer Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT): 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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Pioneer Campground (Ut)

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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.2 (38 reviews)From $23.99/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Pioneer campground is located on the banks of the Blacksmith Fork River about 9 miles from Hyrum, Utah at an elevation of 5,600 feet. This little campground has many nicely secluded sites tucked under Black Willow and Box Elder trees. This campground has 17 single sites each with a picnic table and fire ring.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBear Boxes
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
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 need RV hookups - no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer spacious campsites - Google reviews note sites are very close together✕ You want on-site hiking trails - Google reviews indicate no hiking trails at the campground itself

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Sites 16, 17, 18 are clustered together and separated from main campground for more privacy with river access

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring your own water as there is no running water at most sites

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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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: Great Basin Rattlesnake and Northern Rubber Boa present in area. Mountain Chickadee and Black-capped Chickadee commonly observed.

Location

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

In Hyrum, UT, at the intersection of State Rts.165 and 101, take Rt.101 east 8 miles to the campground sign. Turn right at the sign into the campground.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Pioneer Campground (Ut) cost per night?+
Pioneer Campground (Ut) costs $23.99 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Pioneer Campground (Ut) open?+
Pioneer Campground (Ut) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Pioneer Campground (Ut) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Pioneer Campground (Ut)?+
Pioneer Campground (Ut) can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet.
How do I make reservations at Pioneer Campground (Ut)?+
Pioneer Campground (Ut) 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 Pioneer Campground (Ut)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Pioneer Campground (Ut) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Pioneer Campground (Ut) open, and what are check-in times?+
Pioneer Campground (Ut) 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
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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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$23.99 /night★ 4.2 (38)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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