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
Klay A
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: ALBI
We camp at Albion usually twice a year. The open season varies widely with snow and resort (Alta) construction. Depending on the campsite, there are varying degrees of peace and calm. Generally try to get something on the eastern side. Regardless it’s always on our list. Oh and the camp hosts make it very nice.
Ann B
VerifiedSeptember 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: ALBI
Great location. The view is fantastic and the camp host was the best. Hiking around the campground and up to Cecret Lake was the best. It was a very good experience and will go again.
Shawnee A
VerifiedAugust 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: ALBI
Such an amazing beautiful place. Wildflowers were in full bloom. Easy to get there and was very quiet in the morning/during night. Only con was loud children in surrounding campsites but what can you do .
Rachelle C
VerifiedAugust 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: ALBI
We love Albion Basin. Its one of the most beautiful and accessible spots to camp in Utah. We don't love that you have to book 6 months in advance to get a reservation.
Ryan H
VerifiedJuly 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: ALBI
Beautiful campground. Bugs were plentiful so make sure you bring spray. Camp hosts were kind and made sure bathrooms were well kept.
Margaret S
VerifiedJanuary 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: ALBI
Great spot. Awesome views of the ski resort. Close to trailhead. Some construction was happening when we stayed there, not sure how long it’ll be happening
Sarah W
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: ALBI
We had the most amazing time camping here! The night we got in, we saw a momma moose right alongside the road as we were driving in, and she has her baby with her. It was amazing!! We hiked Cecret Lake, which is a "must" if you stay in this area. Just watch the trail closely once the switchbacks start or you will wind up on a pretty sketchy trail. =)
Andrew W
VerifiedAugust 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: ALBI
The campground was excellent. The views are spectacular. The area is all around beautiful.
The only negative of this campground is the proximity to the cecret lake hiking trail. We had people hiking through all night long including a group that came through at 1 AM talking very loudly with no respect to the campers.
Denise S
VerifiedAugust 17, 2023 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: ALBI
Very well-kept campground. Excellent location in the heart of Alta, Utah. Abundant hiking trails and a nearby lake.
Judene S
VerifiedAugust 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: ALBI
Camping at Albion Basin was excellent. The campground is kept in excellent condition by the hosts; the bathrooms are clean and well-cared for. I enjoyed hiking on many of the near-by trails and enjoying wildflowers, boulders, and small streams that were prevalent due to the considerable winter snow. The hosts take good care of the campground and make everyone feel welcome. Thank you!
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. |
