About Albion Basin
Number of accommodations: 23
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Reviews (93)
What Guests Are Saying
Albion Basin is praised for its stunning location near Alta resort, well-maintained facilities, and outstanding camp hosts. Reviewers highlight the beautiful scenery, cleanliness of the bathrooms, and accessibility to hiking trails like Cecret Lake. While there are concerns about overcrowding and construction noise, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many campers eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Albion Basin is praised for its stunning location near Alta resort, well-maintained facilities, and outstanding camp hosts. Reviewers highlight the beautiful scenery, cleanliness of the bathrooms, and accessibility to hiking trails like Cecret Lake. While there are concerns about overcrowding and construction noise, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many campers eager to return.
Review Summary
Steve B
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: ALBI
The camp host was very friendly and helpful. They stopped by just to visit and told us about activities and hikes in the area.
Lillian L
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: ALBI
Such a wonderful campground! Beautiful views!
David M
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: ALBI
The most beautiful and rugged camp site in Utah. I can't recommend it highly enough.
Location Albion Basin
Address:
Albion Basin Rd
Alta, UT, 84092
United States
From I-215, take the 6200 South exit and travel a mile east to Wasatch Blvd. Take Wasatch Blvd 3 miles south to the junction with Little Cottonwood Canyon/Highway 210. Take a left at the junction and travel up Little Cottonwood Canyon 10.2 miles to the campground. The last 2.4 miles are on a maintained gravel road which has an information booth operated in partnership with the Ski Area; the hosts will direct you up the road to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 40.5764 / -111.611
Elevation: 2896 feet
Policies & Rules
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There are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups available at this location. |
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This is a watershed area. Visitors will be fined for bringing domestic pets or livestock into the area. |
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No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds and facilities. People come to the campgrounds for peace and quiet. |
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There is limited spring water at Albion Basin. Visitors should bring their own water just in case. |
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Campground opening date is subject to weather and snow melt conditions. |
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Please carpool if possible. Most sites accommodate two passenger vehicles only. No overflow parking is available. |
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Gates are locked from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. |
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Weather can change suddenly and thunderstorms should be expected. |
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A per-day, per-vehicle fee of $10 will be collected on site for each extra vehicle. Single sites get only one car free, double site gets two cars, triple site three cars. |
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Off-road vehicles or ATVs are not permitted. |
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There are two First Come, First Served sites. Site #2 and Site #17. |
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Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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The maximum number of persons allowed on a single camping site is 8, on a double 16, and on a triple 24. |
