Smithfield Campground
This campground is located in Smithfield Canyon, 12.4 miles northeast of Logan, Utah, at an elevation of 5,500 feet.
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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
6 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 2 | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 3 | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 4 | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 5 | 20 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 6 | 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 |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 6 single sites - $27.00, Capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle per single site. 1 day use group site - $83.00, Capacity - 40 people. Day use - $15.00. Extra vehicles - $10.00 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check) |
This campground has 6 single camp sites each with a picnic table and fire ring. It also offers 1 group day use site. Vault restrooms are available at this campground.
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 |
| Booking | No reservations. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Main Street (US-91) in Logan, UT travel north for approximately 7.4 miles to 400 N in Smithfield. Turn east onto 400 N, (400N becomes Canyon Rd) and travel 4.9 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Richmond, Utah |
| Coordinates | 41.8703° N, 111.7542° 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.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Castle Country RV ↗ | 8.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 8.7 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
- 6.1 miTony Grove Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 6.9 miGreen Canyon Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miBirch Canyon ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miSmithfield Canyon ↗5.7 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miCity Creek0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miSmithfield Dry ↗6.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.9 miCherry Creek ↗5.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.4 miBeirdneau ↗8.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
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 Mount Naomi Wilderness.
- inMount Naomi Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 44,572 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Hattie Merrill Morrison FarmsteadBuilding · Richmond · 3.4 mi
- James and Amy Burnham FarmsteadBuilding · Richmond · 4 mi
- Smithfield Public LibraryBuilding · Smithfield · 4.1 mi
Natural features
There are plenty of wildflowers including glacier lilies in April-July and there are always birds, small critters, and elk and deer can be seen, but more rarely.
Recreation
This campground offers access to hiking and biking trails. Two miles up the road is the Smithfield Canyon trailhead, which leads into the Mount Naomi Wilderness. There is a stock loading ramp at the trailhead parking lot. Trail 007 leads to Tony Grove Lake, on the other side of the wilderness. Activities include fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Smithfield Campground?
Sites at Smithfield Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. No reservations. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Smithfield Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 6 single sites - $27.00, Capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle per single site. 1 day use group site - $83.00, Capacity - 40 people.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Smithfield Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Smithfield Campground?
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Smithfield Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Smithfield Campground have?
7 sites, including 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Smithfield Campground?
Smithfield Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Smithfield Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Smithfield Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Smithfield Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Smithfield Campground?
This campground offers access to hiking and biking trails. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Smithfield Campground?
Richmond, Utah.
Source: Getting there
What if Smithfield Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tony Grove Campground (6.2 mi), Guinavah (8 mi), and Spring Hollow Campground (8.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby