Rock Canyon
Rock Canyon
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Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Available sites

4 total sites

About Rock Canyon

Rock Canyon Campground is located on scenic Squaw Peak Road, far above Utah Valley at an elevation of 6.5 ft. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Dumpster
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

4 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 Albert F. Potter, Loop: ROCA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 Aldo Leopold, Loop: ROCA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 Gifford Pinchot, Loop: ROCA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 Vivian West, Loop: ROCA RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (14)

What Guests Are Saying

Rock Canyon offers a beautiful and well-kept campground in a stunning location, ideal for those looking to enjoy a lively atmosphere. While there is no onsite manager and noise from nearby campers can be an issue, the facilities, including clean vault toilets and common areas, are well maintained. However, the cost can be high for a short stay, and phone service is not available in this remote setting.

Review Summary

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14 reviews
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Cindy S

Verified

July 21, 2020 • Stayed at: Albert F. Potter, Loop: ROCA

3

The drive up the canyon was a bit rough, especially while pulling a trailer. The road was paved until about half way up and then it went to a narrow dirt road. The group site was nice when we reached our destination. It had a nice area to gather with tables and a fire pit.

Laura W

Verified

January 15, 2020 • Stayed at: Vivian West, Loop: ROCA

5

The campground is really nice. Lots of hiking in the area. The road is pretty rough once it turns dirt, high clearance recommended.

Sean F

Verified

January 9, 2020 • Stayed at: Albert F. Potter, Loop: ROCA

4

I really enjoyed this spot, it was very beautiful and the camp ground was great. The road up there is pretty rough but it's not bad if you go slow. Our singles ward went up there for a campout, it rained the whole time we were there, but it was still very fun. I would happily go again. It's not far from Provo but feels really remote when you're up there.

Samuel S

Verified

December 18, 2019 • Stayed at: Vivian West, Loop: ROCA

5

It was a little dusty getting in and out, but that is to be expected. Great campsite, very quiet.

Location & Directions for Rock Canyon

Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest, Rock Canyon Campground Rd, Provo, UT 84604 United States

Elevation: 2,165 ft

Getting There

<p>From I-15, take exit 272 toward 800 North/Highway 52. Proceed east on 800 North to the mouth of Provo Canyon. Go left into the canyon on Highway 189 for 2 mi to the Squaw Peak Road turnoff. Turn right onto Squaw Peak Road and continue 9.5 mi to...

Nearest town

Provo, UT - 18 mi

About 49 min to downtown

Highway access

Rock Canyon is accessible via US Highway 89, which runs through Provo. The nearest major road access includes Interstate 15, located approximately 5 miles to the west.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check out time

12PM

General

  • This Campground is in Bear Country Always store food and trash securely to avoid attracting wildlife -Failure to comply may result in fines up to $5,000, removal from your campsite and/or imprisonment Remember, a fed bear is a dead bear; your actions can save lives
  • No water available on site; bring all water needed for your stay including drinking water
  • Dogs or Domestic Pets Owners must &nbsp;-Control the dog by a leash not to exceed six feet (6’) at all times &nbsp;-Clean up dog feces immediately &nbsp;-Limit two dogs per campsite Do not allow dogs to &nbsp;-Rush, threaten, or attack people/animals &nbsp;-Obstruct or interfere with people, vehicles, or property &nbsp;-Cause damage to vegetation, habitat, or harass wildlife
  • Gates open at, Gates close at. Camping is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of your site. Maximum occupancy is 8 people per single site. Horses/Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground. Leave No Trace. Put all garbage in dumpsters, when provided, or properly stored in your vehicle or bear box. Remove all personal property and trash when leaving. Unclean campsites will be reported to the District Ranger LEO. Leaving food/trash in an unoccupied campsite may result in a $5,000 fine. This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; please bring garbage bags. Cleaning fish, animals, or bathing where drinking water is supplied is strictly prohibited. Fireworks or other explosives are prohibited. Discharging of a firearm in the campground is not allowed. No fighting or boisterous behavior. Be courteous to your fellow visitor. Keep noise at a reasonable level. No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds and facilities. People come to the campgrounds for peace and quiet.
  • There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends; 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends
  • Trailers/Campers and RVs -Come with your RV/trailer water tank filled. Hooking up to spigots or the power in the restrooms, even for medical devices is strictly prohibited -SR 92 road is very narrow. Max length of vehicle and trailer longer than 30 feet is not recommended. Much of Squaw Peak Road is narrow, steep and winding
  • Please check-in with the host at Hope Campground on your way to the site.
  • Advance Reservations Reservations are required and must be made at least 5 days in advance Walk-ins/first come first serve not available for these sites
  • Firewood -$9 (available at Hope campground)
  • Cancellations within 14 days of the arrival date will forfeit the entire first night use fee and a $10 cancellation fee. No-shows, early departures, or cancellations after the arrival date are not entitled to a refund. If a guest does not arrive at the campsite by, and does not cancel the reservation, a $20 service fee will be assessed and will forfeit the first-night use fee.
  • For more information on visiting Bear Country visit wildawareutah.org&nbsp; wildlife.utah.gov&nbsp; For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules&nbsp;
  • Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest For more info, call Pleasant Grove Ranger District at 801-785-3563 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100 Visit our website gocamputah.com or Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah&nbsp; To reserve a campsite call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood within 10 miles of your destination and burning it on-site. For more info click here&nbsp;
  • Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party

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