Theater In The Pines
Theater in the Pines is a large group campsite located along the beautiful Alpine Loop Scenic Byway in the Wasatch Mountains. The Mount Timpanogos Wilderness Area is adjacent. Visitors enjoy hiking the Aspen Grove Trail to the summit of Mount Timpanogos.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | Gravel | 150 / 25 | 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.

Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | 1 Overnight Group Site - $409.00, capacity - 150 people. Extra vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle |
The campground can accommodate up to 150 people. Its large grassy field offers grand views of the surrounding peaks. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A large gravel parking area is on-site.
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 | The site capacity for people will be strictly enforced. Additional persons above the maximum at any time (including those visiting for a meal) will be asked to leave. Highway 92 has a 30' vehicle length restriction. |
Weather by month
Getting there
From I-15, take exit 272 for 800 North toward Orem and proceed east on Highway 52 to the mouth of Provo Canyon. Go east on Highway 189 for 7 miles to Sundance Resort turnoff, Highway 92. Take Highway 92 for 6 miles. Campground will be on your left, past Sundance Resort and Aspen Grove Recreation Area.
| Nearest town | Pleasant Grove, Utah |
| Coordinates | 40.4039° N, 111.6028° 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
- PrescribedSpring Dell Rx
6 mi from the campground
- PrescribedCorner Canyon Rx
13 mi from the campground
- PrescribedPepperwood Rx
15 mi from the campground
- PrescribedThaynes Canyon 2026 Piles Rx
18 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
| Outdoor gear | Sundance Mountain Outfitters ↗ | 1.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Camping World ↗ | 16.9 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Cascade Springs, Deer Creek Reservoir, Tibble Fork Reservoir and the Timpanogos Cave National Monument are just a few of the surrounding attractions.
- 13.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miStewarts Cascades0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miMount Timpanogos ↗6.3 mi trail · hiking · national_recreation_or_other
- 0.2 miMt. Timpanogos Winter0.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 0.4 miLame Horse ↗2.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more · national_recreation_or_other
- 1 miAlpine Loop Winter ↗7.3 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 1.5 miHorse Flat2 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.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Mount Timpanogos Wilderness.
- inMount Timpanogos Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 10,518 acres
- 5.7 miLone Peak Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 30,632 acres
- 12.6 miTwin Peaks Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 11,436 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
On the National Register nearby
- Alfred and Hennie Huetter HouseBuilding · Murray · 4 mi
- Provo Canyon Guard QuartersStructure · Provo · 4.5 mi
- Olmsted Station PowerhouseBuilding · Provo · 6.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated among stands of pine, fir and aspen trees at an elevation of 7,600 feet. Wildlife and summer wildflowers are abundant and autumn leaves put on quite a show.
Recreation
Hiking is very popular in the area. Several trails begin nearby, including the 14-mile round-trip Aspen Grove Trail, which begins next to the campground and climbs to the summit of rugged Mount Timpanogos. The 2-mile Stewart Falls Trail begins just above the campground's historic stone amphitheater. Theater in the Pines sits along the 20-mile paved Alpine Loop Scenic Byway. It passes through alpine canyons, mountain meadows, aspen groves and pine forests, offering breathtaking views of the Wasatch Range.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Theater In The Pines?
Sites at Theater In The Pines 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 Theater In The Pines?
1 Overnight Group Site - $409.00, capacity - 150 people. Extra vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Theater In The Pines?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Theater In The Pines?
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
Is Theater In The Pines open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Theater In The Pines have?
2 sites, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Theater In The Pines?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Theater In The Pines?
Yes, pets are allowed at Theater In The Pines. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Theater In The Pines?
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. The site capacity for people will be strictly enforced.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Theater In The Pines?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Theater In The Pines?
Hiking is very popular in the area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Theater In The Pines?
Pleasant Grove, Utah. Cascade Springs, Deer Creek Reservoir, Tibble Fork Reservoir and the Timpanogos Cave National Monument are just a few of the surrounding attractions.
Source: Getting there



