Utah Lake State Park RV & Campground Guide
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Utah Lake State Park is located on Utah Lake, the largest freshwater lake in the Western U.S. Visitors to Utah Lake can enjoy a number of recreational activities in the park, such as fishing, boating, and swimming. A popular feature of this state park is its proximity to the city of Provo, the Provo Canyon, and the Provo River, which feeds the lake. There are many interesting natural attractions in the areas of Provo Canyon and Heber Valley, and the Wasatch Range mountains are also nearby. Salt Lake City is only 45 minutes from Utah Lake State Park, and you can travel easily to any of the places you want to see from this location in north-central Utah.
Spring 34-75 F
Summer 54-94 F
Fall 31-82 F
Winter 22-46 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Utah Lake State Park
Utah Lake and the surrounding areas of Provo Canyon and the Wasatch Range mountains are an ideal setting for your trip through Utah. If you are an avid naturalist, there is no end to the sights you can see all around you. Traveling in your own motorhome or a rental RV from RVshare is the most convenient way to visit the places on your itinerary, and there are many campgrounds and RV parks that have a number of comfortable amenities for a pleasant stay during your trip.
Springville / Provo KOA Journey
You can always depend on receiving comfortable services at any KOA campground, and Springville / Provo KOA Journey is no exception. This RV park is located a little south of the city of Provo and is close to Interstate 15. While staying at the campground, you will enjoy the grandeur of the Wasatch Range, and you can hike along many of the trails in and around the park. Summer activities include swimming in the pool and taking part in occasional luaus. In the winter, visitors come to snow ski, snowshoe, and ride snowmobiles.
• Sites: Sites are pull-through; call for availability
• Rates: Call for rates
• Type of hookup: Full hookups
• Electrical hookup: 30 and 50 amp
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pool/hot tub: Pool
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Showers: Yes
• Other amenities: Pavilion, campground store, recreational room, playground, ping-pong, basketball, children's sandbox
Mountain Shadows RV Park
Mountain Shadows RV Park is located in the town of Draper, a little north of Provo. This is a high-end RV park that features all sorts of conveniences, including a gaming room with a pool table, business services, a pool, and a jacuzzi. The park is family-friendly and also dog-friendly, and you will appreciate all the personal touches.
• Sites: 110 sites total, including pull-through and back-in sites
• Rates: Call for rates
• Type of hookup: Full hookups
• Electrical hookup: 30 and 50 amp
• Pool/hot tub: Both
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Restrooms: Yes
• Showers: Yes
• Laundry: Yes
• Other amenities: General store, clubhouse, propane, dump stations, business services, playground, movie rentals, book library
River’s Edge RV Resort
River’s Edge RV Resort is a large RV park that is located on the Provo River, a popular destination for fly-fishing. It is within walking distance of Utah Lake State Park and Utah Lake, and there are many scenic trails surrounding the park. There is a private fishing pond, and you are not required to have a license. Visitors will enjoy the proximity to many outdoor activities, and everyone will have fun playing the vintage arcade games in the spacious clubroom.
• Sites: 89 pull-through, 70-foot sites
• Rates: Daily, $27-$42
• Type of hookup: Full hookups
• Electrical hookup: 30, 50 and 100 amp
• Pool/hot tub: No
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Restrooms: Yes
• Showers: Yes
• Laundry: Yes
• Other amenities: Fishing pond, general store, clubhouse, bike rental, yard games
What to Do at
Utah Lake State Park
Inside Utah Lake State Park
Utah Lake offers a variety of water-based activities for all to enjoy. Besides boating, swimming, and fishing, you can also hike and bike on a number of trails in and around the park. In the park, there is a sailing school, a marina, and a rental service for different types of boating experiences.
How to Get to
Utah Lake State Park
Utah Lake State Park is located west of Provo, Utah. From Salt Lake City, travel 48 miles south on I-15. Take Exit 265 and turn right. Follow the signs for 3 miles until you reach Utah Lake State Park.
Entering Utah Lake State Park
Utah Lake State Park opens at 6:00 a.m. and closes at dusk for day-use visitors. It is open year-round.
Utah Lake State Park Summer day-use per vehicle : $15.0
$10 for seniors
Utah Lake State Park Summer walk-in : $4.0
Utah Lake State Park Winter day-use per vehicle : $5.0
Utah Lake State Park Winter walk-in : $2.0
Utah Lake State Park Campground site (daily) : $40.0
2 vehicles included; each additional vehicle is $30
Utah Lake State Park Center lawn day-use group pavilion : $75.0
Utah Lake State Park Conference room : $200.0
North-central Utah boasts a varied landscape of canyons, mountains, meadows, forests, and lakes. Summer and winter both offer any number of outdoor activities for every inclination. If you've visited Utah Lake State Park or you plan to visit, be sure to share your pictures of your travels with your fellow RVers by tagging RVshare in your social media posts. You can also email them to [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions About Utah Lake State Park
Most visitors find spring the best time to visit Utah Lake State Park because the temperatures are pleasant. However, a winter adventure might be the perfect plan if you want to beat the crowds!
At this Utah park, expect hot, dry summers with temperatures in the mid-90s. Spring is pleasant, with dry days in the 70s. If you come out for a winter adventure, plan for snow and temperatures between 22-47 degrees.
Utah Lake State Park is a fisherman's dream with various fish, but there's other wildlife. Keep an eye out for gophers, skunks, mule deer, and silver-haired and brown bats.
There are 30 RV sites at Utah Lake State Park. Some are pull-through, and others are back-in only. Each site comes with standard partial hookups. Most accommodate up to 8 people, with one spot accommodating 16 maximum.
Reserving a spot at Utah Lake State Park guarantees you won't be searching for a place to set up camp. Instead, you can book your campsite online; nightly rates are approximately $40 per night.
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