Campground · UT
BOX ELDER CAMPGROUND
UT · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
BOX ELDER CAMPGROUND is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in September (8/10) and eases to its lowest in May (5/10). 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 (September), 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
- 26 RV sites
- 30 accessible sites
- Max RV length 40 ft
Activities: HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BOATING, HORSEBACK RIDING, PICNICKING
How much does it cost to camp at Box Elder Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 25 single sites - $29.00, capacity - 8 people, 1 vehicle. Group site A, B - $96.00, capacity - 50 people, 9 vehicles. Group site C - $246.00, capacity - 125 people, 25 vehicles. Group site D - $123.00, capacity - 64 people, 13 vehicles. Day Use - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle, per day (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.