Willows Campground (Ut)

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $27.72 per night

Price range: $27.72–$55.45 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (31 reviews)

Season: May through October

Willows Campground is located adjacent to the South Fork of the Ogden River. At an elevation of 5,300 feet this beautiful little campground is situated among cottonwood and willows. This campground has gravel spurs and roads, cement table pads, fire rings.

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/willows-campground-ut to be notified when sites open up.

Beautiful campground situated among cottonwood and willows adjacent to the South Fork of the Ogden River at 5,300 feet elevation. Popular for fishing, hiking, swimming, and tubing, with Causey Reservoir just two miles east.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions and moose present in area. Also osprey, northern rubber boa, and common sagebrush lizards documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Willows Campground (Ut): Book early — federal campground fills up quickly Request site 6 or similar riverside sites with mature trees for shade Bring your own RV hookups or visit with self-contained RV — no hookups available Life jacket required for tubing on South Fork Ogden River

Skip Willows Campground (Ut) if: You need RV hookups — none available at most sites. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal May-October only. Campground host availability is inconsistent — review quality of management before booking.

Best time to visit Willows Campground (Ut): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Upper Meadows Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), South Fork (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Botts Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Magpie Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Willows Campground (Ut)

Cell signal at Willows 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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Willows Campground (Ut)

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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.4 (31 reviews)From $27.72/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Willows Campground is located adjacent to the South Fork of the Ogden River. At an elevation of 5,300 feet this beautiful little campground is situated among cottonwood and willows. This campground has gravel spurs and roads, cement table pads, fire 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
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
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 most sites✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal May-October only✕ Campground host availability is inconsistent — review quality of management before booking

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground fills up quickly

Request site 6 or similar riverside sites with mature trees for shade

Bring your own RV hookups or visit with self-contained RV

no hookups available

Life jacket required for tubing on South Fork Ogden River

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months 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: Mountain lions and moose present in area. Also osprey, northern rubber boa, and common sagebrush lizards documented within 8km.

Location

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Getting there →

From I-15 in Ogden, Utah take the 12th Street exit and continue east through Ogden Canyon. Continue on Highway 39 toward Monte Cristo. The campgrounds in the complex are: Magpie, Botts, South Fork, Perception Park, Upper and Lower Meadows, and Willows in order from west to east. Each site has signs.

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

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Willows Campground (Ut) cost per night?+
Willows Campground (Ut) costs $27.72–$55.45 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Willows Campground (Ut) open?+
Willows Campground (Ut) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Willows Campground (Ut) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Willows Campground (Ut)?+
Willows Campground (Ut) is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Willows Campground (Ut)?+
Willows 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 Willows Campground (Ut)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Willows Campground (Ut) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Willows Campground (Ut) open, and what are check-in times?+
Willows 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
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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
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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
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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$27.72 /night★ 4.4 (31)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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