Simpson Springs Campground
Salt Lake Field Office
Simpson Springs Campground 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.
The campground is situated on the eastern edge of Utah's West Desert near the historic Simpson Springs station on the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Simpson Springs was the site of a significant Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in the late 1930s and early 1940s, just prior to the establishment of the US Army Dugway Proving Grounds during World War II. For facility specific information, please call (801)
⚡ EV charging nearby
Nearest charging: 22.8 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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❓ Simpson Springs Campground FAQ
How do I reserve a campsite at Simpson Springs Campground?
Simpson Springs Campground 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 Simpson Springs Campground when it's fully booked?
Popular campgrounds like Simpson Springs Campground 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 Simpson Springs Campground and email you free the moment a cancellation opens up.
Is Simpson Springs Campground a good campground?
Simpson Springs Campground holds an average rating of 3.9/5 from 55 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.
Where is Simpson Springs Campground located?
Simpson Springs Campground is located in Salt Lake Field Office, Utah. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.
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