Monte Cristo
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Monte Cristo 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.
Monte Cristo Campground is located 30 miles east of Huntsville, Utah, at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and driving along scenic Highway 39 through wildflower-filled meadows and beautiful forests. Click here to view a map of Monte Cristo Campground. Ogden River Scenic Byway, this beautiful byway, beginning at the mouth of Ogden Canyon winds through 44 miles of Utah's most beautiful
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest charging: 19.8 mi — none of the stations on record within 25 mi is identified as DC fast, so arrive with range to spare.
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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💡 Insider tips from campers
❓ Monte Cristo FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Monte Cristo?
Monte Cristo 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 Monte Cristo when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Monte Cristo 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 Monte Cristo and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Monte Cristo a good campground?
Monte Cristo holds an average rating of 4.0/5 from 90 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Monte Cristo located?
Monte Cristo 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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