Magpie Campground
Magpie Campground is located on the banks of the South Fork Ogden River at an elevation of 5,200 feet, just 6 miles from Huntsville, Utah. Campers love the park for its great river access. Tubing and fishing are very popular activities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 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 | 30 | No / – | 16 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Back-in | 30 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 4 | Pull-through | 60 | No / – | 16 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Back-in | 24 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 6 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes | ||
| 7 | Back-in | 30 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 8 | Back-in | 35 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 9 | Back-in | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 10 | Back-in | 20 | 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 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
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). 7 single sites - $31.00, Capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 2 double sites - $62.00, Capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicles. Day Use - $15.00. Extra vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Firewood - $9.00 (paid on-site cash/check only) |
This campground offers 8 single sites and 2 double sites. Picnic Tables, Fire rings and vault restrooms are available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Ogden, Utah travel east on 12th Street through Ogden Canyon. Continue on Highway 39 toward Monte Cristo. The campgrounds are Magpie, Botts, South Fork, Perception Park Family, Upper and Lower Meadows, and Willows in order from west to east.
| Nearest town | Huntsville, Utah |
| Coordinates | 41.2703° N, 111.6672° 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
- PrescribedParleys State Piles Rx
37 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParleys/Lambs Canyon Piles Rx
38 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek State Piles Rx
40 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek Piles Rx
40 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 6.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gear:30 ↗ | 16 mi |
| RV sales & service | State Trailer RV and Outdoor Supply ↗ | 16.3 mi |
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Magpie Campground - Cache National Forest, UT
Worth a stop
Beautiful Ogden Valley has numerous boating, fishing, hiking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and scenic driving opportunities. Pineview Reservoir is a short drive from the campground with boating, fishing and swimming. Causey Reservoir is close by, offering great canoeing and fishing, as well as hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Highway 39 continues on to Monte Cristo Summit with sweeping mountain views. ATV and hiking trails are abundant in the area.
- 6.8 miCemetery Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 6.9 miCemetery Point Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.8 miPerception Park Nature ↗0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miPerception Park Nature Spur A ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miPerception Park Nature Spur B ↗0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miPerception Park Nature Spur C ↗0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miPerception Park Nature Spur D ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2 miPerception Park Nature Spur E ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
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Natural features
The campground is heavily wooded with mostly cottonwood trees and other river-bottom types of vegetation. The South Fork of Ogden River flows adjacent to the campground.
Recreation
Campers enjoy fishing and tubing on the South Fork. Several hiking and mountain biking trails begin in the area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Magpie Campground?
Sites at Magpie 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 Magpie Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 7 single sites - $31.00, Capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 2 double sites - $62.00, Capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Magpie Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Magpie Campground?
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Magpie Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Magpie Campground have?
12 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Magpie 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 Magpie Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Magpie Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Magpie 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.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Magpie Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Magpie Campground?
Campers enjoy fishing and tubing on the South Fork. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Magpie Campground?
Huntsville, Utah. Beautiful Ogden Valley has numerous boating, fishing, hiking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and scenic driving opportunities.
Source: Getting there