Camping & RV Parks

Lakeside Sites, Mountain Campgrounds and Wide-Open Desert

Whether you're pulling a big rig, pitching a tent or looking for a quiet spot under dark skies, Box Elder County has a place to set up camp. Stay by the water at Willard Bay, head into the mountains near Mantua, settle into a full-hookup RV park near Brigham City or find solitude on public land in the West Desert.

Quick Facts

Willard Bay Camping Season

Easter–October 31

Hookups & Showers

Willard Bay North Marina

Book State Park Sites

Utah State Parks reservations

Book Forest Service Sites

Recreation.gov

Free Camping

BLM land, western county

Last Fuel Heading West

Tremonton or Snowville

Campgrounds & RV Parks in Box Elder County

Warm, table-service dining and quick local bites right along your route.

The Hitching Post RV Park

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The Hitching Post RV Park (formerly Earp & James Hitching Post) is a family-owned RV park in Snowville just off I-84 Exit 7, a quiet, affordable stop before heading into the remote western county or on toward Idaho. It has big-rig-friendly full-hookup sites, tent sites, showers, laundry and free Wi-Fi.
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Devil’s Playground

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Devil's Playground is a field of granite boulders on Bureau of Land Management land in the remote western county, where dispersed camping is free. There are no facilities or water, so come self-sufficient, camp on durable ground and pack out all trash.
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Brigham City / Perry South KOA Journey

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Brigham City / Perry South KOA Journey sits at the foot of Willard Peak among Perry's fruit orchards, just off I-15 between Brigham City and Willard Bay. It's open year-round with pull-through RV sites that fit rigs up to 110 feet, tent sites, a seasonal pool, dog park, Wi-Fi and bike rentals. For a night indoors, choose from pet-friendly camping cabins, deluxe cabins that sleep up to 8, new luxury cabins with private hot tubs, or canvas glamping tents with electricity, A/C, a fire pit and gas grill.
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Box Elder Campground

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Box Elder Campground is a shaded Forest Service campground along Box Elder Creek next to the town of Mantua, about five miles east of Brigham City and a mile from Mantua Reservoir. It has single-family and group sites, drinking water and flush toilets. Some sites are reservable on Recreation.gov; others are first-come, first-served.
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Love’s RV Stop – Brigham City

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Love's RV Stop at the Brigham City travel center offers full-hookup RV sites right off I-15, an easy overnight stop with fuel, food and supplies next door. The gated RV area has 43 sites with 30- and 50-amp service, private showers, laundry, fenced dog parks and a pickleball court.
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Willard Bay State Park – South Marina

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The South Marina is the quieter side of Willard Bay State Park, with a smaller full-hookup campground, boat ramp and day-use areas. It is open April through October. Reach it from I-15 exit 351. Reserve through Utah State Parks.
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Willard Peak Campground

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Willard Peak Campground is a privately run RV park in Willard with full-hookup sites, 30- and 50-amp service, hot showers and laundry. It's less than a mile from Willard Bay State Park and offers daily, weekly and monthly stays.
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Golden Spike RV Park

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Golden Spike RV Park is a year-round RV park on the south side of Brigham City with full-hookup sites, including 30- and 50-amp service, plus tent sites, close to I-15 and I-84 and a short drive from Willard Bay and downtown Brigham City. Guests get a bathhouse with showers, laundry, free Wi-Fi and a dump station.
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Aspen Grove RV Park

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Aspen Grove RV Park is a highly rated, big-rig-friendly RV park at the I-15/I-84 junction in Tremonton, open year-round. Its 54 full-hookup sites sit on long, level concrete pads, and guests get spotless showers, laundry, a dog park, clubhouses and EV charging at select sites, with restaurants a short walk away.
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Willard Bay State Park – North Marina

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The North Marina is Willard Bay State Park's main camping area, with the Cottonwood and Willow Creek campgrounds offering hookup sites, hot showers and modern restrooms close to the boat launch and beaches. The park also rents three cabins in Cottonwood and two cottages in Willow Creek. Take I-15 exit 357. Reserve through Utah State Parks; cabins and cottages require a credit card on file.
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Belmont Hot Springs RV Park

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Belmont Hot Springs RV Park sits along the Malad River north of Tremonton, pairing full-hookup RV sites with spring-fed geothermal pools. Call ahead to confirm pool availability.
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Clear Creek Campground

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Clear Creek Campground is a small, no-fee Forest Service campground in the Raft River Mountains near the Idaho border, with 12 first-come, first-served sites along the creek, vault toilets and picnic tables. It sits at the end of a long gravel road.
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Mantua Waterfront RV Resort & Cabins

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Mantua Waterfront RV Resort sits beside Mantua Reservoir in the small mountain town of Mantua, offering full-hookup RV sites and tent camping, with fishing, paddling and trails close by. It also rents six themed cabins (Bear, Cowboy, Nautical, Outdoors, Fishing and Beach), each with a full bathroom, heat and A/C, a mini fridge and linens, sleeping 2 to 6, plus a fully furnished fifth-wheel trailer with a kitchen.
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Ways to Camp in Box Elder County

From full-hookup RV sites to a quiet spot in the desert with no one else around, camping in Box Elder County comes in many forms. Most developed campgrounds are within about 15 minutes of Brigham City, while the western county offers wide-open public land for those who want to get away from it all.

Plan Your Trip

State Park Camping

Willard Bay · Easter–October · Reservations recommended

Willard Bay State Park offers lakeside camping at two marinas. The North Marina has hookups, hot showers and flush restrooms, while the South Marina is quieter and more rustic. It's the best choice for camping close to boating, swimming and fishing.

Forest Service Campgrounds

Mantua & Raft River Mountains · Summer–fall · Mountain setting

For cooler air and shade, head to the national forest. Box Elder Campground sits in the trees near Mantua Reservoir, just up the canyon from Brigham City. Clear Creek Campground offers remote, high-country camping in the Raft River Mountains near the Idaho border.

RV Parks

Brigham City to Snowville · Year-round options · Full hookups

Much of the western county is public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, where dispersed camping is allowed. Sites like Devil’s Playground offer total quiet and starry skies, but you’ll need to bring everything with you, including water.

BLM Dispersed Camping

Western county · Free · No facilities

Much of the western county is public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management, where dispersed camping is allowed. Places like Devil's Playground offer total quiet and starry skies, but there are no services, so bring everything you need, including water, and pack out all trash.

Camping by Season

Spring

(April–May)

Willard Bay camping opens around Easter. Desert camping is pleasant before the summer heat.

Summer

(June–August)

Peak season at the lake and in the mountains. Reserve early, especially for holiday weekends.

Fall

(September–October)

Cooler nights and fewer crowds. A great time for desert camping and fall color in the canyon.

Winter

(November–March)

State park campgrounds close for the season. Check with private RV parks for winter stays.

Before You Go

Reserve Ahead

Summer weekends book up fast. Reserve state park and Forest Service sites early.

Know the BLM Rules

Camp on durable ground, follow stay limits and pack out everything you bring.

Check Fire Restrictions

Fire restrictions change through the season. Check before building a campfire.

Bring Water & Fuel

The western county has few services. Fill up before leaving the interstate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan Your Visit

Pick your spot, pack the cooler and settle in under Box Elder County’s big skies. Brigham City is close by for supplies, dining and things to do. Prefer a roof over your head? Browse hotels and cabins across the county.

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