Smithfield Campground

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $24.27 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

This campground is located in Smithfield Canyon, 12.4 miles northeast of Logan, Utah, at an elevation of 5,500 feet. There are plenty of wildflowers including glacier lilies in April-July and there are always birds, small critters, and elk and deer can be seen, but more rarely. This campground offers access to hiking and biking trails.

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/smithfield-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Hidden gem with extensive tree cover and riverfront campsites in scenic Smithfield Canyon. Google reviewers praise the beautiful natural setting and access to hiking trails leading to Mount Naomi Wilderness and Tony Grove Lake.

Wildlife alert: Mule deer, coyotes, and raptors (American Kestrel, Merlin, Long-eared Owl, Western Screech-Owl) present. Gopher snakes also documented in area.

Insider tips for Smithfield Campground: Only 6 sites total — book immediately when reservations open as federal campground fills quickly Visit weekdays to avoid weekend crowds Stock loading ramp available 2 miles up Canyon Road at Mount Naomi Wilderness trailhead for horse access Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available

Skip Smithfield Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available at campground. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You dislike overgrown vegetation — some campsites reported knee-high grass.

Best time to visit Smithfield Campground: September-October — Fall foliage highly praised by reviewers; campground operational through October. May-June — Early season access with fewer crowds; campground opens May.

Nearby campgrounds: Tony Grove Day Use (Pleasant Grove, UT), Tony Grove Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Guinavah (Pleasant Grove, UT), Dewitt Picnic Area (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Smithfield Campground

Cell signal at Smithfield Campground (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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This campground is located in Smithfield Canyon, 12.4 miles northeast of Logan, Utah, at an elevation of 5,500 feet. There are plenty of wildflowers including glacier lilies in April-July and there are always birds, small critters, and elk and deer can be seen, but more rarely. This campground offers access to hiking and biking trails.

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

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
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 — none available at campground✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You dislike overgrown vegetation — some campsites reported knee-high grass

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Only 6 sites total

book immediately when reservations open as federal campground fills quickly

Visit weekdays to avoid weekend crowds

Stock loading ramp available 2 miles up Canyon Road at Mount Naomi Wilderness trailhead for horse access

Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available

Best: September-October

Fall foliage highly praised by reviewers; campground operational through October

Best: May-June

Early season access with fewer crowds; campground opens May

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: Mule deer, coyotes, and raptors (American Kestrel, Merlin, Long-eared Owl, Western Screech-Owl) present. Gopher snakes also documented in area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Main Street (US-91) in Logan, UT travel north for approximately 7.4 miles to 400 N in Smithfield. Turn east onto 400 N, (400N becomes Canyon Rd) and travel 4.9 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Smithfield Campground cost per night?+
Smithfield Campground costs $24.27 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Smithfield Campground open?+
Smithfield Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Smithfield Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Smithfield Campground?+
Smithfield Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Smithfield Campground?+
Smithfield Campground 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 Smithfield Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Smithfield Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Smithfield Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Smithfield Campground 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
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●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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$24.27 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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