Hayden Fork Campground
Hayden Fork Campground is located 40 miles from Evanston, Wyoming, just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Hayden Fork is just outside the campground, providing great fishing opportunities. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
9 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 2 | Back-in | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 3 | Back-in | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 4 | Back-in | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 5 | Back-in | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 6 | Back-in | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 7 | Back-in | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 8 | Back-in | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 9 | Back-in | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
9 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 9 single sites - $24.00, capacity 8 people. Day use - $15.00. Extra vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Trailhead overnight parking - $5.00 per vehicle. Firewood - $9.00 (located at Stillwater and Sulphur Campgrounds) |
Hayden Fork Campground offers 9 single camp sites each with picnic tables and fire rings. This campground offers vault restroom facilities.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
| Rules | ATVs are not allowed on the highway unless licensed. |
Getting there
From Evanston, WY, take WY-150 S for 22.5 miles. Continue onto UT-150 for 12.3 miles. Turn left onto Forest Rd 116. Bear right to stay on Forest Rd 116 and go 144 feet to the campground.
| Nearest town | Evanston, Utah |
| Coordinates | 40.8304° N, 110.8537° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Changing an Existing Reservation: When changes are made prior to the cut-off window: If a customer wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee. There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit the recreation fee for the day of departure. There is no change fee if the customer wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility. If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedCarter Creek Rx
6 mi from the campground · 150 acres
- PrescribedNorth Fork Mill Rx
9 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMeeks Reservoir Rx
18 mi from the campground
- PrescribedTaylors Fork Rx
24 mi from the campground · 300 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Escapod ↗ | 28.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Legacy RV Center ↗ | 55 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Worth a stop
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- 14.2 miMurdock Basin Atv Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.9 miMain Fork Bear River ↗5.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.4 miWhitney Snowmobile ↗7.6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 2 miWolverine ATV I0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.3 miWolverine ATV A0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.3 miWolverine ATV2.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.5 miWolverine ATV B2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.3 miWolverine ATV Trailhead/Campground ↗Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
- inUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,912,954 acres
- 5.6 miHigh Uintas Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 453,863 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
This campground sits alongside the Hayden Fork River. There are a number of small beaver ponds around the campground. It sits among a thin forest of pine and aspen trees, which provide only limited shade. Summer wildflowers and grasses dot the landscape.
Recreation
The campground is near the Hayden Fork River and offers a quiet campground experience with access to many recreation opportunities such as fishing, hiking, backpacking, and ATV trail riding. Access to High Uinta Wilderness hiking trails is nearby.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hayden Fork Campground?
Sites at Hayden Fork Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Hayden Fork Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 9 single sites - $24.00, capacity 8 people. Day use - $15.00.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hayden Fork Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Hayden Fork Campground?
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Hayden Fork Campground have?
10 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hayden Fork Campground?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Hayden Fork Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hayden Fork Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hayden Fork Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. ATVs are not allowed on the highway unless licensed.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Hayden Fork Campground?
The campground is near the Hayden Fork River and offers a quiet campground experience with access to many recreation opportunities such as fishing, hiking, backpacking, and ATV trail riding. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hayden Fork Campground?
Evanston, Utah.
Source: Getting there
What if Hayden Fork Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Beaver View Campground (0.6 mi), Stillwater (1.2 mi), and Wolverine ATV Trailhead Campground (2.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby