South Fork
South Fork Campground is located on the banks of the South Fork Ogden River at an elevation of 5,200 feet, just 7 miles from Huntsville, Utah. Campers love the park for its great river access. Tubing and fishing are very popular activities.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 42 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
42 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | A | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 002 | A | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 003 | A | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 006 | A | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 007 | A | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 009 | A | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 010 | A | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 011 | A | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 014 | A | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | Yes | |
| 016 | A | Back-in | 36 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 1 | Yes | 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 |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 34 Single Sites- $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicles. 8 Double Sites- $62.00, capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicles. Day Use - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Firewood - $9.00 (paid on-site cash/check only) |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 003, 006 and 10 more are listed accessible |
The campground contains several single and double-family sites with picnic tables, campfire rings, utility tables and cement site pads. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are gravel.
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 | 7 day stay limit Quiet hours is 10:00 pm - 8:00 am. Gate is locked at 10:00 pm. |
Weather by month
Getting there
South Fork is located approximately 7 miles east of Huntsville, Utah, on Highway 39. From I-15, take the 12th Street exit and continue through Ogden Canyon. Continue on Highway 39 toward Monte Cristo.
| Nearest town | Huntsville, Utah |
| Coordinates | 41.2819° N, 111.6531° 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
- PrescribedParleys State Piles Rx
37 mi from the campground
- PrescribedParleys/Lambs Canyon Piles Rx
38 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek State Piles Rx
41 mi from the campground
- PrescribedMill Creek Piles Rx
41 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 ↗ | 7.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gear:30 ↗ | 16.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | State Trailer RV and Outdoor Supply ↗ | 17.2 mi |
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South Fork Campground - Cache National Forest, UT
Worth a stop
Beautiful Ogden Valley has numerous boating, fishing, hiking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and scenic driving opportunities. Pineview Reservoir is a short drive from the campground with boating, fishing and swimming. Causey Reservoir is close by, offering great canoeing and fishing, as well as hiking, biking and horseback riding trails. Highway 39 continues on to Monte Cristo Summit with sweeping mountain views. ATV and hiking trails are abundant in the area.
- 7.6 miCemetery Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 7.7 miCemetery Point Picnic Area ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miPerception Park Nature ↗0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miPerception Park Nature Spur A ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miPerception Park Nature Spur B ↗0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miPerception Park Nature Spur C ↗0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miPerception Park Nature Spur D ↗under 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miPerception Park Nature Spur E ↗under 0.1 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- J.M. Wilbur Company Blacksmith ShopBuilding · Eden · 8.4 mi
- Sunnyfield BarnBuilding · Eden · 8.5 mi
- William Watterson Jr., and Caroline, HouseBuilding · Logan · 13.4 mi
Natural features
This scenic campground is situated among cottonwoods and willow. Moose and deer wander through the campground on occasion. The South Fork runs alongside the campground.
Recreation
Campers enjoy fishing and tubing on the South Fork. Several hiking and mountain biking trails begin in the area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at South Fork?
Sites at South Fork 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 South Fork?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 34 Single Sites- $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicles. 8 Double Sites- $62.00, capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicles.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at South Fork?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at South Fork?
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 South Fork open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does South Fork have?
44 sites, including 42 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to South Fork?
South Fork is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at South Fork?
Yes, pets are allowed at South Fork. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at South Fork?
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. 7 day stay limit Quiet hours is 10:00 pm - 8:00 am.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at South Fork?
Sites 001, 002, 003, and 006 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 14 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 South Fork?
Campers enjoy fishing and tubing on the South Fork. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to South Fork?
Huntsville, Utah. Beautiful Ogden Valley has numerous boating, fishing, hiking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding and scenic driving opportunities.
Source: Getting there



