Campground · UT
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT)
UT · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) is generally easy to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in June (3/10) and eases to its lowest in September (1/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (June), arrivals are lightest on Wednesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 15 tent-only sites
- 15 RV sites
- 10 accessible sites
- Max RV length 35 ft
Activities: BIKING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING
How much does it cost to camp at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 24 single sites - $31.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 1 group site - $93.00, capacity - 24 people + 3 vehicle. 1 group site - $305.00, capacity - 100 people + 25 vehicle. Day Use in a campground - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle (paid on-site cash/check). Firewood - $9.00.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.