Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.5 (117 reviews)From $26.14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Ponderosa Campground is nestled in scenic Bear Canyon just off the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Nephi, Utah, is just 10 miles away. Visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in this quiet canyon.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV110 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You visit outside May-October operating season✕ You prefer developed amenities — vault toilets and no hookups
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground with only 23 sites
Last weeks of season offer first-come, first-serve availability with minimal crowds
Pay by cash envelope system available; bring exact change
Best: September-October
Campground operates May through October; fall offers fewer crowds and foliage color based on camper report of bright yellow trees
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Least Chipmunk, Mountain Chickadee, American Robin, Northern Flicker, Greater Short-horned Lizard, and Pituophis catenifer deserticola (gopher snake) documented in area. Bobcat sighting reported by camper.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
SPANISH FORK RANGER DISTRICT 801-798-3571 OR UTAH RECREATION COMPANY 385-273-1100· Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Getting there →
From I-15, take Nephi exit 225. Travel about 6 miles east on Highway 132/Nephi Canyon to the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway. Turn left onto the byway and travel 3.5 miles to Bear Canyon turnoff. Turn left and drive 0.5 miles 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.
- Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Ponderosa Uinta cost per night?+
Ponderosa Uinta costs $26.14 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Ponderosa Uinta open?+
Ponderosa Uinta is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ponderosa Uinta have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Ponderosa Uinta?+
Ponderosa Uinta can accommodate RVs up to 110 feet.
How do I make reservations at Ponderosa Uinta?+
Ponderosa Uinta 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 Ponderosa Uinta?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Ponderosa Uinta is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Ponderosa Uinta open, and what are check-in times?+
Ponderosa Uinta is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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
airquality.googleapis.com
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
CamperWatch never fabricates data. Where data is unavailable, it is not shown.
$26.14 /night★ 4.5 (117)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
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