Upper Narrows

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $19.61 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Upper Narrows Campground is located southwest of Grantsville, Utah, in South Willow Canyon at an elevation of 6,400 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.This primitive campground is dispersed over a mile-long stretch of road. One walk-to group site, ideal for family reunions or church groups, is available for up to 50 people.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

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

Upper Narrows is a primitive campground in South Willow Canyon at 6,400 feet elevation with access to multi-use trails in the Deseret Peak Wilderness and Willow Creek trout fishing. Campers praise it as spacious with great shade and appreciate nearby hiking trails and recreational activities.

Wildlife alert: Western Tanager, Gray-headed Junco, Dusky Grouse, American Dipper, Western Milksnake, Wandering Garter Snake, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Ord's Kangaroo Rat documented in the area.

Insider tips for Upper Narrows: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Visit mid-week to avoid crowds One group site available ideal for family reunions or large groups

Skip Upper Narrows if: You need hookups - no hookups available at sites. You require modern facilities - vault toilets only. You plan to camp November through April - seasonal closure.

Best time to visit Upper Narrows: May-October — Official operating season; campground closed November 1st through April. Mid-week visits — Avoid crowds even during fall season.

Nearby campgrounds: Lower Narrows Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Boy Scout (Pleasant Grove, UT), Loop Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Intake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Upper Narrows

Cell signal at Upper Narrows (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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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.3 (3 reviews)From $19.61/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Upper Narrows Campground is located southwest of Grantsville, Utah, in South Willow Canyon at an elevation of 6,400 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.This primitive campground is dispersed over a mile-long stretch of road. One walk-to group site, ideal for family reunions or church groups, is available for up to 50 people.

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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.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault 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:✕ You need hookups - no hookups available at sites✕ You require modern facilities - vault toilets only✕ You plan to camp November through April - seasonal closure

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Visit mid-week to avoid crowds

One group site available ideal for family reunions or large groups

Best: May-October

Official operating season; campground closed November 1st through April

Best: Mid-week visits

Avoid crowds even during fall season

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Western Tanager, Gray-headed Junco, Dusky Grouse, American Dipper, Western Milksnake, Wandering Garter Snake, Great Basin Gopher Snake, and Ord's Kangaroo Rat documented in the area.

Location

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From Salt Lake City, head west on I-80 for 36 miles. Take the Stansbury-Tooele/Route 35 exit and travel south 3 miles to Route 138 West. Continue for 10 miles to Grantsville. Go through Grantsville to Cooley Street and turn south; go 5 miles to the South Willow Canyon turnoff. Boy Scout Campground is located 3 miles from the forest boundary.

Campground entrance

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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 Upper Narrows cost per night?+
Upper Narrows costs $19.61 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Upper Narrows open?+
Upper Narrows is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Upper Narrows have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Upper Narrows?+
Upper Narrows is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Upper Narrows?+
Upper Narrows 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 Upper Narrows?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Upper Narrows is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Upper Narrows open, and what are check-in times?+
Upper Narrows 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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$19.61 /night★ 4.3 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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