U.S. Forest Service · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest · Kamas, UT

Smith And Morehouse

Smith and Morehouse Campground is located a very short distance from Smith and Morehouse Reservoir on the western edge of the Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah. The town of Oakley, Utah, is just 12 miles away. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring the Smith and Morehouse Trail.

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Site mix

Standard, no hookups33
Host/management2
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 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

33 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
002Back-in40PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
003Pull-through45PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
004Pull-through45PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
005Pull-through45PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
006Back-in20GravelPartial8 / 1YesYes
007Back-in30PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
008Back-in45PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
009Back-in40PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
010Back-in40PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes
011Back-in45PavedPartial8 / 1YesYes

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 Smith And Morehouse
Campground map published by U.S. Forest Service on Recreation.gov, credited to Alexa Anderson. Open the image for full size.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length45 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesCash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 33 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Day Use - $15.00 Monday- Thursday. Overflow at the Boat Launch - $18.00.
AccessibilitySites Single S&P, 002, 003, 004 and 27 more are listed accessible

The campground offers numerous family sites, most of which are accessible. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. This is a paved campground with no hook-ups.

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

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Smith And Morehouse10°20°30°40°50°60°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 18.5°F averageFebruary: 20.9°F averageMarch: 30.0°F averageApril: 36.4°F averageMay: 44.9°F averageJune: 52.3°F averageJuly: 59.7°F averageAugust: 58.5°F averageSeptember: 50.4°F averageOctober: 39.5°F averageNovember: 27.7°F averageDecember: 18.7°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Coalville 13 E, 12 miles from the campground at 6,510 feet, station USC00421590 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020.

Getting there

From Salt Lake City, Utah, take Highway 80 east for 36 miles to the Kamas exit. Travel south for 12 miles to Oakley, turn left on Highway 213 and travel 12 miles to end of pavement. Turn right and go 2 miles to the campground entrance.

Nearest townKamas, Utah
Coordinates40.7692° N, 111.1075° 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
    Taylors Fork Rx

    12 mi from the campground · 300 acres

  • Prescribed
    Carter Creek Rx

    19 mi from the campground · 150 acres

  • Prescribed
    West Fork Rx

    21 mi from the campground · 730 acres

  • Prescribed
    North Fork Mill Rx

    22 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 stationDump station ↗13.6 mi
Outdoor gearEscapod ↗17.4 mi
RV sales & serviceLegacy RV Center ↗41.2 mi

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

Explore

Video

Video of Smith-Morehouse Campground, UT from Chris B.

Worth a stop

Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, Length 65 miles/104 km, Time to allow: 2 hours. Heading east from Kamas through the national forest, Mirror Lake Highway is one of the most popular mountain routes in the state. The road winds through farm and ranch lands and rises to heavily forested mountain terrain accented by the meadows and rugged peaks. There are numerous access points into the High Uinta Wilderness along this byway.

  • 2.2 mi
    Smith-Morehouse ↗
    6 mi trail · hiking, horse
  • 2.3 mi
    Slader Basin ATV
    4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 2.6 mi
    Weber Nobletts Creek
    1.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
  • 2.7 mi
    Box Canyon ATV
    1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 2.8 mi
    Commissary ATV
    0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 3.2 mi
    Switchback ATV
    0.5 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

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.

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.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

The campground is situated just below 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 14.6 mile point to point moderately trafficked Smith Morehouse Trail is popular with hikers and backpackers. The trail begins at nearby Ledgefork Campground and leads through forests, meadows and a marsh before spurring off to Erickson Basin and Island Lake. It is one of the less popular hikes in the Uintahs and at times can be difficult to navigate where the actual trail is. Be sure to take a map and compass/gps to help along the way. It is a good idea to take two cars or have someone drop your group off at one of the trail heads and meet you at your destination so you have transportation waiting for you at the other end. The trail is difficult and can be very hot in the summer months. Be sure to take an adequate amount of water.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Smith And Morehouse?

Sites at Smith And Morehouse 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 Smith And Morehouse?

Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 33 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check).

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Smith And Morehouse?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Smith And Morehouse?

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 Smith And Morehouse have?

35 sites, including 33 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Smith And Morehouse?

The longest site here provides 45 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 Smith And Morehouse?

Yes, pets are allowed at Smith And Morehouse. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Smith And Morehouse?

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

Are there accessible sites at Smith And Morehouse?

Sites Single S&P, 002, 003, and 004 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 31 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Smith And Morehouse?

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 Smith And Morehouse?

Kamas, Utah. Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, Length 65 miles/104 km, Time to allow: 2 hours.

Source: Getting there

What if Smith And Morehouse is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Ledgefork (1.9 mi), Washington Lake (9.8 mi), and Yellow Pine Campground (10.3 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby