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

Diamond

Diamond Campground is located among shady cottonwoods and willow at an elevation of 5,200 feet. The family sites are located just 15 miles from Spanish Fork and the group sites are 2-3 miles further. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and relaxing along the stream.

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Photos courtesy of Utah Recreation Company · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard, no hookups54
Walk-in5
group rv area nonelectric3
group standard area nonelectric2
RV, no hookups1
Group tent areas1
Group sites1
Host/management6
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 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

67 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
A001AStandardBack-in40Paved16 / 2Yes
A003AStandardBack-in30Paved8 / 1Yes
A004AStandardBack-in50PavedFull8 / 1Yes
A005AStandardBack-in50PavedFull8 / 1Yes
A006AStandardBack-in50PavedFull8 / 1Yes
A007AStandardBack-in58PavedPartial16 / 2Yes
A008AStandardBack-in58PavedPartial8 / 1Yes
A009AStandardBack-in60Paved16 / 2Yes
A010AStandardBack-in60Paved8 / 1Yes
A011AStandardBack-in54Paved8 / 1Yes

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 Diamond
Campground map 1 published by U.S. Forest Service on Recreation.gov, credited to Alexa Anderson. Open the image for full size.
Campground map of Diamond
Campground map 2 published by U.S. Forest Service on Recreation.gov, credited to Alexa Anderson. Open the image for full size.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length70 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesCash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 41 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 19 double sites - $62.00, capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicle. 2 group sites (1A & 1B) - $90.00, capacity - 25 people + 5 vehicle.
AccessibilitySites GRP 2, GRP 1A, GRP 1B, Group Tent 75 and 1 more are listed accessible

This large campground offers group sites, single and double-family sites and walk-to tent sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Picnic tables, fire rings, utility tables and cement site pads are provided at each site; some sites on less-shady Loop B have picnic shelters. Group sites have picnic shelters, tables, campfire rings, grills, water spigots and large parking areas. Sites 1A and B are about 2 miles beyond the family campground and sites 3-6 are a mile beyond that.

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

Season & status

StatusOpen
ForestUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Fees38 single sites - $24.00, capacity 8 people 22 double sites - $48.00, capacity 16 people 2 group sites (#1) - $65.00, capacity 25 people 1 group site walkin only (#2) - $145.00, capacity 75 people 3 group sites (#4, #5, & #6) - $145.00, capacity 75 people 1 group site (#3) - $255.00, capacity 125…

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Diamond30°40°50°60°70°80°January: 2.11 inches of precipitation, 17.3 inches of snowFebruary: 2.08 inches of precipitation, 14.1 inches of snowMarch: 2.16 inches of precipitation, 6.8 inches of snowApril: 2.47 inches of precipitation, 4.2 inches of snowMay: 2.11 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 0.97 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.57 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.74 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 1.40 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 1.81 inches of precipitation, 0.5 inches of snowNovember: 1.80 inches of precipitation, 7.4 inches of snowDecember: 1.97 inches of precipitation, 15.7 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 30.1°F averageFebruary: 35.4°F averageMarch: 44.7°F averageApril: 51.1°F averageMay: 60.0°F averageJune: 69.5°F averageJuly: 77.1°F averageAugust: 75.2°F averageSeptember: 66.0°F averageOctober: 53.7°F averageNovember: 40.9°F averageDecember: 30.6°F average0 in5 in10 in15 in20 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Spanish Fk Pwr House, 9 miles from the campground at 4,720 feet, station USC00428119 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 20 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 66 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From I-15, take exit 258 and turn east toward Spanish Fork Canyon. Continue up Spanish Fork Canyon for about 9 miles to Forest Road 029/Diamond Fork Canyon. Turn left into Diamond Fork Canyon and travel 6 miles northeast to campground.

Nearest townSpanish Fork, Utah
Coordinates40.0719° N, 111.4294° 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
    Spring Dell Rx

    20 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    West Fork Rx

    33 mi from the campground · 730 acres

  • Prescribed
    Corner Canyon Rx

    35 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Taylors Fork Rx

    39 mi from the campground · 300 acres

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

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗9.8 mi
Outdoor gearSportsman's Warehouse ↗15.7 mi
RV sales & serviceWestern Range Camps ↗37.5 mi

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Explore

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    Diamond Youth Forest Discovery
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  • 2 mi
    Monks Hollow
    4.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 2.6 mi
    Little Diamond
    2.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
  • 2.8 mi
    Long Hollow ↗
    7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 3.2 mi
    Monks Hollow Connector
    3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
  • 3.9 mi
    Left Fork Maple Canyon ↗
    5.9 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

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Natural features

Diamond Fork Stream and Wanrhodes Creek run through the site. Loop A has nice cover from cottonwoods and is more shady; Loop B is more open with few trees but plentiful grasses and sagebrush.

Recreation

The stream and creek offer fishing for brown and cutthroat trout. An interpretive nature trail winds through the campground along the stream. Hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails are abundant in the area.

Nearby

Diamond Fork Canyon has an array of things to do and see. Red Ledges Picnic Area is located less than a mile from the campground, with beautiful red rock formations like Diamond Fork Arch. Fifth Water Hot Springs is a popular attraction. A 2.5-mile trail rewards hikers with scenic views and several hot springs pools of varying temperatures. Monks Hollow Trail for hiking, biking and off-road vehicle riding, begins 5 miles from the campground.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Diamond?

Sites at Diamond 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 Diamond?

Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 41 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 19 double sites - $62.00, capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicle.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Diamond?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Diamond?

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 Diamond open right now?

Open as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Diamond have?

73 sites, including 54 standard sites without power, 5 walk-in sites, 3 group rv area nonelectric, and 2 group standard area nonelectric.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Diamond?

The longest site here provides 70 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 Diamond?

Yes, pets are allowed at Diamond. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Diamond?

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 Diamond?

Sites GRP 2, GRP 1A, GRP 1B, and Group Tent 75 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 5 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 Diamond?

The stream and creek offer fishing for brown and cutthroat trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Diamond?

Spanish Fork, Utah. Diamond Fork Canyon has an array of things to do and see.

Source: Getting there