Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT)
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) in Utah takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. Popular campgrounds like this often book out months ahead, but sites reopen whenever a camper cancels. Set a free CampSage cancellation alert and we'll email you the moment one frees up.
Balsam Campground is located on the banks of pretty Hobble Creek just 12 miles from Springville, Utah, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails. Rainbow and brown trout fishing are popular on Hobble Creek. A few hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are in the area,. Deer Springs Trail begins at the top of the campground and is 1 mile long. Dry Canyon Trails are in the are
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest DC fast charging: 13.5 mi away (straight line).
Distances are straight-line, not driving — the road can be much longer where a river, a lake or a canyon sits in between. From OpenStreetMap — community-mapped, so plug types can lag reality. Verify on your charging network’s app before counting on a charger.
🔭 Planning further ahead?
We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.
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❓ Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT)?
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) in Utah takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.
How can I get a spot at Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. Add your email to the alert on this page and CampSage will start watching Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) a good campground?
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) holds an average rating of 4.4/5 from 46 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) located?
Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT) is located in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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