Ledgefork
Ledgefork Campground is located just above Smith and Morehouse Reservoir on the western edge of the Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah. The town of Oakley is just 14 miles away. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring the Smith and Morehouse Trail.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 65 |
| Tent-only | 6 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 99 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
71 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | A | Standard | Back-in | 22 | Paved | None | 16 / 2 | Yes |
| 003 | A | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | None | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | A | Standard | Back-in | 77 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | A | Standard | Back-in | 76 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | A | Standard | Back-in | 37 | Paved | None | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 007 | A | Standard | Back-in | 36 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 008 | A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | A | Standard | Back-in | 21 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | A | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 011 | A | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 99 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay. 68 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). Boat Launch - $10.00 (Not Included in campsite fee). |
The campground contains several single and double sites with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host.
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 Salt Lake City: From I 15, take I 80E past Park City to either Hwy 189 or Wanship. On 189, travel SE to Kearns Blvd/SR 248. Continue east on SR 248 to Browns Canyon Rd. Travel E/NE on Browns Canyon until it connects with SR 32 just north of Peoa. Turn south onto SR32 and travel until it becomes North Bench and then Weber Canyon Rd.
| Nearest town | Kamas, Utah |
| Coordinates | 40.7425° N, 111.0994° 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
- PrescribedTaylors Fork Rx
11 mi from the campground · 300 acres
- PrescribedWest Fork Rx
19 mi from the campground · 730 acres
- PrescribedCarter Creek Rx
20 mi from the campground · 150 acres
- PrescribedNorth Fork Mill Rx
23 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 ↗ | 11.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Escapod ↗ | 18.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Legacy RV Center ↗ | 41.4 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
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Ledgefork Campground - Weekend Campout
Worth a stop
- 8.6 miBeaver Creek Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 10.4 miUpper Falls Picnic Area ↗Day use
- 11.5 miMurdock Basin Atv Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miSmith-Morehouse ↗6 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.1 miBox Canyon ATV1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.7 miSlader Basin ATV4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.8 miHoliday ATV1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 2.9 miErickson Basin2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 3 miSwitchback ATV0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 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.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
- inUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,912,954 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
- John Grix CabinBuilding · Kamas · 8.5 mi
- John Maycock CabinBuilding · Kamas · 8.5 mi
- O'Mahony Dining Car No. 1107Building · Oakley · 10.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated within a quarter-mile of the reservoir in a scenic conifer and aspen forest at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Smith and Morehouse Creek runs through the campground. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the reservoir, including moose and deer. Summer temperatures range from 65-75 degrees in the day to 40-50 at night.
Recreation
The reservoir is open to motorized boats, though a wake-less speed is enforced, making it an excellent place for canoeing and kayaking. A boat ramp is located on the northwest shore. Anglers enjoy fishing for stocked rainbow trout and other native fish species. The 12-mile round-trip Smith and Morehouse Trail is popular with hikers and backpackers. The trail begins in the campground and leads through forests, meadows and a marsh before spurring off to Erickson Basin and Island Lake.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ledgefork?
Sites at Ledgefork 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 Ledgefork?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay. 68 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 Ledgefork?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Ledgefork?
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 Ledgefork open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Ledgefork have?
75 sites, including 65 standard sites without power and 6 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ledgefork?
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
Are pets allowed at Ledgefork?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ledgefork. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ledgefork?
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 Ledgefork?
The reservoir is open to motorized boats, though a wake-less speed is enforced, making it an excellent place for canoeing and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ledgefork?
Kamas, Utah.
Source: Getting there
What if Ledgefork is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Smith And Morehouse (1.9 mi), Washington Lake (8.3 mi), and Yellow Pine Campground (8.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby






