Ponderosa Uinta Campground
Ponderosa Uinta Campground
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22 total sites

About Ponderosa Uinta

Ponderosa Campground is nestled in scenic Bear Canyon just off the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway at an elevation of 6.2 ft. Nephi, Utah, is just 10 mi away. Visitors enjoy hiking and fishing in this quiet canyon.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

22 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Paved
🚐 003, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 55 ft long · Paved
🚐 004, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 ft long · Paved
🚐 007, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 80 ft long · Paved
🚐 010, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Back-in Site
🚐 011, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 45 ft long · Paved
🚐 012, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 50 ft long · Paved
🚐 013, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 48 ft long · Paved
🚐 014, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 75 ft long · Paved
🚐 015, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 55 ft long · Paved
🚐 016, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 110 ft long · Paved
🚐 017, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 55 ft long · Paved
🚐 019, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 25 ft long · Paved
🚐 020, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 55 ft long · Paved
🚐 021, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · Back-in Site
🚐 022, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 63 ft long · Paved
🚐 023, Loop: POND RV
Pet Friendly · 43 ft long · Paved

Reviews (264)

What Guests Are Saying

Ponderosa Uinta is a beautiful and well-maintained campground, known for its clean facilities, friendly hosts, and scenic surroundings, especially the majestic ponderosa pines. Many campers appreciate the tranquil atmosphere, ample shade, and proximity to nature, making it a favorite spot for relaxation. However, some guests have experienced issues with water availability and reservation mix-ups, which can detract from the overall experience.

Review Summary

4.5
264 reviews
5
69.3%
183
4
16.7%
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3
9.5%
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2.3%
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2.3%
6

Greg K

Verified

August 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: POND

3

Nice and quiet to stay at. Disappointed with the upkeep of the campground by the host. They need to trim back the trees and thorn bushes on the road and the campsite. Scratched my trailer and truck due to the overgrowth just driving through the campground and backing the trailer into the campsite. Couldn’t have a campfire due to a fire hazard with low hanging bushes over the pit as well. Let’s trim and clean up the road and campsites a little please.

Noji R

Verified

August 23, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: POND

5

Even though listed for only one vehicle, campsite 5 was level and large enough to fit my Nissan Xterra, Jayco JayFlight RV, and a compact sedan. The camp host is a wonder lady that was very helpful and friendly, and made us feel welcome. Campsite 5 was clean, grill and fire ring were very usable, and had a nice, flat area under the trees for a large tent. The table was well-worn, but in good condition, and surrounded by a concrete pad, also in good condition. Enough open canopy between the tall trees to see a blinding blanket of stars at night, since it was clear. If you want to go down to the creek, walk south toward the higher-numbered campsites and there will be a dead end road on your right whose gate you can climb over.

Marianne W

Verified

August 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: POND

5

This is a beautiful and peaceful camping ground. The majestic ponderosa trees were awesome. We really enjoyed camping there. The campsites were well cared for and so nice.

Jeanette B

Verified

August 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: POND

5

Beautiful campground! We absolutely love it! Many of the sites are quite secluded. You can hear the creek running at night, crickets, and there are wild turkeys living there. So fun!

Natalie W

Verified

September 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: POND

4

This campground was gorgeous. I pretty much had the whole campground to myself as I went in the middle of the week. I recommend sites 18 and 19, 20 and 21, and also 12 and 13 are beautiful and secluded. There was no toilet paper in the bathrooms near 20 and 21 the 3 days I was there and ranger wasn’t around (only saw her on the last day) but that’s okay. Everything else about the place was simply magical.

Daniel S

Verified

September 7, 2026 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: POND

5

Great campground with lots of shade. Our campsite (017) was spacious and easily fit our large tent, which made for a very comfortable stay. The bathrooms were clean, and having water available was very convenient. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely stay here again!

James M

Verified

September 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: POND

5

It's beautiful. Nice site. National Park latrines were as expected. There is fresh running spring water at various places throughout.

We loved walking around the campground on the paved roads. If you have someone in your group whose mobility is impaired, a nature walk on these roads would be great for wheelchairs, etc...

Just a little way up the road is the Bear Canyon Right Fork Trail, which has some of the most breathtaking views in Utah, in my opinion.

Stay at this campground and see everything Bear Canyon has to offer.

Kevin K

Verified

September 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: POND

1

This campground was clean and pretty, but the sites were extremely small. The spot for the tent was right next to the neighbors camper with a generator. Also, the smell was awful. It may have been the toilet which was just across from the site, but it smelled more like dead fish. We ended up leaving. We just could not stay there. I don't recommend this place.

Artimesia S

Verified

September 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: POND

5

Beautiful campgrounds and very clean. Had a great time here and can’t wait to come again

Maurie J

Verified

September 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: POND

5

Great campground! We love camping here every year! The camp host is great and very accommodating!

Location & Directions for Ponderosa Uinta

Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest, Nephi, UT 84648 United States

Elevation: 1,923 ft

Getting There

From I-15, take Nephi exit 225. Travel about 6 mi east on Highway 132/Nephi Canyon to the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway. Turn left onto the byway and travel 3.5 mi to Bear Canyon turnoff. Turn left and drive 0.5 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Nephi, UT - 9.5 mi

About 14 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-15, with the Nephi exit 225 providing access to Highway 132, which leads to the Nebo Loop Scenic Byway.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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