Campground · UT
Storm Mountain Day Use Area
UT · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Storm Mountain Day Use Area is generally plan ahead to book. Across the 6 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in October (6/10) and eases to its lowest in July (2/10). 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 (October), 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
- 20 RV sites
- 19 accessible sites
- Max RV length 18 ft
Activities: BIKING, SCENIC DRIVE, ROCK CLIMBING, DAY USE AREA, FISHING, HIKING
How much does it cost to camp at Storm Mountain Day Use Area?
Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay. Amphitheater (4 hour blocks: 8am-12pm, 1pm-5pm, 6pm-10pm) - $159.00 - capacity - 200 people + 15 vehicle. 3 Group Day Use sites - $153.00 - capacity - 50 people + 8 vehicle. Day Use - $15.00 + 1 vehicle. Walk-in - $8.00 per person. Parking - $15.00 per vehicle. Big Cottonwood Canyon Season Day Use Pass - $95.00. This pass includes entrance to Mueller Park and Big Cottonwood Canyon day-use areas (Strom Mtn., Dogwood, Birches, Ledgemere). Pass does NOT include access to group sites, amphitheaters, or glamping sites.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.