U.S. Forest Service · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest · Utah

Strawberry Bay

Strawberry Bay Campground is located on the shore of beautiful Strawberry Reservoir at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Visitors flock to Strawberry for its great fishing, boating and trail opportunities.

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Strawberry BayStrawberry Bay - B LoopStrawberry Bay - G LoopStrawberry Bay - E Loop
Photos courtesy of Utah Recreation Company · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard, no hookups202
Standard with electric21
Group sites6
RV with electric2
group shelter nonelectric1
Host/management60
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 118 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

232 sites in 8 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFires
A01AStandardBack-in43PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A02AStandardPull-through70PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A03AStandardBack-in48PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A04AStandardPull-through70PavedNoNo / –16 / 2Yes
A05AStandardBack-in35PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A06AStandardBack-in45PavedNoNo / –16 / 2Yes
A07AStandardBack-in45PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A08AStandardBack-in45PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A09AStandardPull-through70PavedNoNo / –8 / 1Yes
A10AStandardBack-in62PavedNoNo / –16 / 2Yes

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.

Campground map of Strawberry Bay
Campground map published by U.S. Forest Service on Recreation.gov, credited to Alexa Anderson. Open the image for full size.

Amenities & rules

HookupsElectric, water, sewer
Max vehicle length104 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesCash, Check, or Scan & Pay. 232 single sites - $42.00, capacity - 8 people, 1 vehicle. 26 single full hook-up sites - $54.00, capacity - 8 people, 1 vehicle. 25 double sites - $82.00, capacity - 16 people, 2 vehicles. 6 group sites - $275.00, capacity - 80 people, 10 vehicles.

This large campground contains a variety of campsites to accommodate all types of visitors, including group, family and single campsites. Several sites, B loop, have full RV hookups. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Most sites are equipped with either wind shelters and/or covered picnic shelters, tables, grills and campfire rings. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. There are no shower facilities at this campground.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

From Heber City, Utah, take Highway 40 east for 28 miles to Strawberry Bay Junction. Follow the signs for 6 miles to the campground.

Coordinates40.1772° N, 111.1733° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

  • Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees
  • Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.
  • Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
  • You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
  • Late Cancellations
  • Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.
  • Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
  • Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
  • Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
  • Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.
  • No-Shows
  • Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival
  • If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.
  • Refunds
  • Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.
  • Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.
  • Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.
  • Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.
  • Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.
  • Recreation.gov Billing Information

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    West Fork Rx

    21 mi from the campground · 730 acres

  • Prescribed
    Spring Dell Rx

    26 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Taylors Fork Rx

    30 mi from the campground · 300 acres

  • Prescribed
    Thaynes Canyon 2026 Piles Rx

    38 mi from the campground · 73 acres

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗0.6 mi
Outdoor gearFieldcraft Survival ↗24.9 mi
RV sales & serviceCamping World ↗38.3 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Video

Strawberry Bay Loop B - campsite drive through tour

  • 0.8 mi
    Strawberry Shoreline
    2.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 0.9 mi
    Strawberry Bay Snomo Groomed
    2.6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 2 mi
    Mud Creek Snomo Groomed ↗
    8 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 3.6 mi
    Clyde Creek Loop Snomo Groomed ↗
    22.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 3.7 mi
    Gwt Strawberry Ridge ↗
    5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more · national_recreation_or_other
  • 3.7 mi
    Sixth Water Divide
    1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

The campground is set among rolling sagebrush covered hills next to Strawberry Reservoir. Most campsites offer sweeping views of the reservoir and surrounding hills. Small pine trees dot the campground but provide very little shade.

Recreation

Strawberry Reservoir offers excellent boating, water skiing and canoeing. Anglers fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and Kokanee salmon. The campground provides great beach access. Strawberry Marina is within 1/4 mile and offers a boat ramp, power and pontoon boat rentals, slip rentals, fuel and a small general store with fishing supplies. Other popular activities in the Strawberry area include hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Nearby

The Strawberry OHV Trail System offers 75 miles of trails. Hikers and mountain bikers enjoy the extensive trail system as well. Strawberry Visitor Center has interpretive displays, a working fish trap and egg collection station and a nature trail.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Strawberry Bay?

Sites at Strawberry Bay 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 Strawberry Bay?

Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay. 232 single sites - $42.00, capacity - 8 people, 1 vehicle. 26 single full hook-up sites - $54.00, capacity - 8 people, 1 vehicle.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Strawberry Bay?

Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Strawberry Bay?

Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Source: Charges and cancellations

How many sites does Strawberry Bay have?

292 sites, including 202 standard sites without power, 21 standard sites with power, 6 group sites, and 2 RV sites with electric.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Strawberry Bay?

Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Does Strawberry Bay have hookups?

Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there showers or a dump station at Strawberry Bay?

Flush toilets and drinking water are provided.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Strawberry Bay?

Yes, pets are allowed at Strawberry Bay. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Strawberry Bay?

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

What is there to do at Strawberry Bay?

Strawberry Reservoir offers excellent boating, water skiing and canoeing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What if Strawberry Bay is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Strawberry Bay Long Term (under 0.1 mi), Renegade Long Term (3.9 mi), and Renegade (3.9 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby