Top Tent Camping Spots in Utah

1. Arches National Park – Devils Garden Campground

• Iconic red rock formations and natural arches

• Scenic campsites with access to hiking trails

• Reserve early—this one fills up fast!

2. Zion National Park – Watchman Campground

• Towering cliffs and the Virgin River at your doorstep

• Walking distance to the visitor center and shuttles

• Ideal basecamp for Angels Landing and The Narrows

3. Bryce Canyon National Park – North Campground

• Stargazing heaven and access to hoodoo-filled trails

• Cooler temperatures at high elevation

• Stunning sunrise views from your tent

4. Dead Horse Point State Park

• Panoramic views over Canyonlands and the Colorado River

• Peaceful, well-maintained campsites

• Great base for mountain biking and photography

5. Capitol Reef National Park – Fruita Campground

• Camp near historic orchards and sandstone cliffs

• Shaded sites with flushing toilets and picnic areas

• Pick fresh fruit in season right from the trees!

6. Kodachrome Basin State Park

• Vibrant sandstone spires and fewer crowds than the national parks

• Modern amenities and beautiful, quiet campsites

• Fantastic for photography and family-friendly hikes

7. Mirror Lake Scenic Byway – Uinta Mountains

• Cool mountain air, lakes, and forested campsites

• Several campgrounds including Mirror Lake and Moosehorn

• Ideal for fishing, hiking, and escaping summer heat

8. Goblin Valley State Park

• Camp among bizarre rock formations (“goblins”)

• Kid-friendly and surreal desert scenery

• Stargazing and short hikes right from your campsite

9. Great Basin National Park (Nevada border) – Baker Creek or Wheeler Peak Campgrounds

• Technically in Nevada, but often visited on Utah trips

• Amazing alpine scenery and Lehman Caves nearby

• Cooler temps and fewer crowds

10. Gooseberry Mesa (Near Hurricane)

• Free, dispersed camping with epic views

• World-famous for mountain biking

• Remote, so come prepared!