Upper Meadows Campground
Upper Meadows Campground is a small campground located adjacent to the South Fork of the Ogden River at an elevation of 5,300 feet. Huntsville, Utah, is just over 8 miles away. Campers love the park for its shade and great river access. Tubing and fishing are very popular activities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
7 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 |
| 3 | 45 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 4 | 30 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 5 | 38 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 6 | 30 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 7 | 34 | No / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 9 | 25 | 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.
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 |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 9 Single Sites- $31.00 - capacity 8 people + 1 vehicle. Day Use - $15.00. Extra vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Firewood - $9.00 (located at Willows and Perception Park Campgrounds paid on-site cash/check only) |
This campground has gravel spurs and roads, cement table pads, fire rings. This campground offers 9 single sites, each with picnic tables and fire rings available. This campground offers vault restroom facilities.
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 |
| Rules | 7 day stay limit Gate with a tire-ripper exit is locked at 10:00 pm. Quiet hours 10:00 pm - 8:00 am. |
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 | 41.2909° N, 111.6357° 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
38 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParleys/Lambs Canyon Piles Rx
39 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek State Piles Rx
42 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek Piles Rx
42 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 ↗ | 8.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gear:30 ↗ | 17.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | State Trailer RV and Outdoor Supply ↗ | 18.3 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
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Upper Meadows 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.
- 8.6 miCemetery Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 8.7 miCemetery Point Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miPerception Park Nature Spur E ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miPerception Park Nature ↗0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miPerception Park Nature Spur C ↗0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.2 miPerception Park Nature Spur D ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miPerception Park Nature Spur B ↗0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miPerception Park Nature Spur A ↗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
This scenic campground is situated among shady cottonwoods and willow. Moose and deer wander through the campground on occasion. The South Fork runs alongside the campground.
Recreation
Popular local recreation activities include fishing, hiking, swimming, and tubing down the South Fork Ogden River (a life jacket is required for all tubers). Causey Reservoir, a scenic mountain lake, is three miles east.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Upper Meadows Campground?
Sites at Upper Meadows 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 Upper Meadows Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 9 Single Sites- $31.00 - capacity 8 people + 1 vehicle. Day Use - $15.00.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Upper Meadows Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Upper Meadows Campground?
A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
Is Upper Meadows Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Upper Meadows Campground have?
10 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Upper Meadows Campground?
Upper Meadows Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Upper Meadows Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Upper Meadows Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Upper Meadows 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. 7 day stay limit Gate with a tire-ripper exit is locked at 10:00 pm.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Upper Meadows Campground?
Popular local recreation activities include fishing, hiking, swimming, and tubing down the South Fork Ogden River (a life jacket is required for all tubers). The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Upper Meadows Campground?
Huntsville, Utah. Beautiful Ogden Valley has numerous boating, fishing, hiking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and scenic driving opportunities.
Source: Getting there
What if Upper Meadows Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Willows Campground (0.1 mi), Perception Park (0.3 mi), and Lower Meadows Campground (0.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby