Campground · UT
Spruces - Big Cottonwood
UT · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Spruces - Big Cottonwood is generally hard to book. Across the 4 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in September (8/10) and eases to its lowest in June (6/10). 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 Tuesday — 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
- 2 tent-only sites
- 104 RV sites
- 12 accessible sites
- Max RV length 80 ft
Activities: WILDLIFE VIEWING, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BIKING, MOUNTAIN BIKING, BACKPACKING, SCENIC DRIVE, ROCK CLIMBING
How much does it cost to camp at Spruces - Big Cottonwood Campground?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay. 80 Single Sites- $33.00, Capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle. 8 Double Sites - $67.00, Capacity - 16 people + 2 vehicle. 2 Triple Sites - $94.00, Capacity - 24 people + 3 vehicle. 4 Glamping Sites - $119.00, Capacity - 8 people (deposit required) + 1 vehicle. Day Use Group Site #4, #8 - $180.00, Capacity - 50 people + 1 vehicle. 2 Overnight Group Sites - $251.00, Capacity - 50 people + 1 vehicle. Day Use Group Site #2, #3 - $349.00, Capacity - 100 people + 20 vehicle. Day Use Group Site #9 with pavilion/cabin - $371.00, Capacity - 100 people + 20 vehicle. Day Use Group Sites #7 - $363.00, Capacity - 150 people + 30 vehicle. Day Use - $15.00. Trailhead Parking - $15.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.