Salamander Flat Trail Head Campground

183 reviews

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Salamander Flat Trail Head Campground Introduce

Welcome to Salamander Flat Trail Head Campground, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Provo, Utah. This campground offers a unique experience for outdoor enthusiasts, providing a perfect blend of natural beauty and rustic charm. Located along FR 210, it is an ideal spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in nature.

The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, ensuring a spontaneous and adventurous experience for all visitors. While there are no reservations, the variety of campsites ensures that everyone can find a spot that suits their needs. Each site comes equipped with a fire ring, making it perfect for evening campfires and roasting marshmallows under the stars.

Salamander Flat Trail Head Campground is known for its beautiful scenery, making it a popular choice for day campers, hikers, and overnight campers alike. The area boasts numerous easy-to-moderate trails that are family-friendly, with a gentle incline that makes them accessible for all ages. Whether you're exploring the trails, enjoying the nearby stream, or simply relaxing at your campsite, you'll find plenty of opportunities to connect with nature.

For those planning a visit, it's important to note that the campground offers basic amenities, including a vault toilet. However, for more comfort, you can stop by the Timpanogos Cave parking lot, which has flushing toilets. Additionally, the Alpine Scenic pass, which costs $6 for a 3-day pass, allows for free recreation at the site once you've paid at the booth at the beginning of the canyon.

Customer feedback highlights the campground's appeal:

Beautiful scenery for day camp, exploring, and trail hiking.
Great spot for dispersed camping, with many trails nearby.
Family-friendly trails with a gentle incline, perfect for all ages.
Cooler temperatures in the canyon provide a refreshing escape from the heat.
Diverse activities, including dirt biking, horseback riding, and even engagement photo sessions.

Whether you're an experienced camper or a first-time visitor, Salamander Flat Trail Head Campground offers a memorable outdoor experience. With its scenic views, family-friendly trails, and rustic charm, it's the perfect destination for your next adventure in Provo, Utah.

Details

Highlights
Picnics

Offerings
RV camping

Activities
Hiking

Amenities
Public restroom
Restroom
Running water
Tent sites

Children
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes

Parking
On-site parking

Pets
Dogs allowed

Location

Utah Utah County Provo FR 210

Customer Reviews

4.0

183 reviews

Jill Walker

Jul 27, 2023

Beautiful scenery for day camp, exploring and trail hiking, or overnight dispersed camping. First come, first serve with no reservation. Many camp sites are better than others. All sites have fire rings. No picnic area or playground. Basic dispersed camping only, with a fire ring. Once you pay at the booth at the beginning of the canyon for the Alpine Scenic pass, recreation is free this site. I paid $6 for a 3 day pass/receipt to affix to my window. A vault toilet is all that is available. Plan accordingly. The closest flushing toilets are at the Timpanogos cave parking lot. I recommend stopping there on the way in and out. Temperatures are much cooler than out of the canyon and it rained or sprinkled multiple times each day and night, making it difficult for hammocking. We also couldn't see the stars due to cloud cover. Tent camping and trailer camping work well. This year with high water, a stream is nearby. Many easy trails are family friendly with an incline. There are tons of dirt bikes going through at all hours of the day and the evening. Horses and mules are also prevalent on the trails. Several dogs were in other camp sites. Couples were even coming in with photographers to take engagement photos. You'll see some of everything here and make some fantastic memories in nature.

Teilmann Hansen

Sep 24, 2024

Great spot for dispersed camping and close to many trails.

Kim Jones

Oct 24, 2023

Lots of designated camping spots with fire rings. Vault toilet was very clean. Because of its proximity to trails, expect lots of noise from off-road vehicles but most folks were respectful of the quiet hours. I really enjoyed this campground! Bring your own water and haul out your own trash.

Joseph Heilner

Oct 18, 2022

As we were driving through the Alpine loop ithrough the unforgettable Golden yellow Aspen trees, I said to my family, "This is when Mother Nature makes jazz hands." The afternoon sun absolutely illuminates the yellow leaves and creates a gorgeous lighting effect that can't be adequately captured by photos.

Steven Overson

Jul 07, 2023

There are beautiful trails around this campground. I went on an 8.5 mile trail run today. It was a bit on the warm side, but workable.