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About Spruces - Big Cottonwood
Number of accommodations: 96
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Fishing
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
Picnic Table
Restrooms
Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene
- Restrooms
Cooking and Fire
- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
On Site Services
- Dumpster
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Reviews (383)
What Guests Are Saying
Spruces Campground in Big Cottonwood offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting, with friendly hosts and ample opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a favorite among visitors. Many guests appreciate the clean campsites and the picturesque surroundings, including nearby streams and hiking trails. However, the ongoing lack of running water and functional restrooms, which has persisted for several years, has been a significant concern for many campers, affecting their overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Spruces Campground in Big Cottonwood offers a beautiful and well-maintained setting, with friendly hosts and ample opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a favorite among visitors. Many guests appreciate the clean campsites and the picturesque surroundings, including nearby streams and hiking trails. However, the ongoing lack of running water and functional restrooms, which has persisted for several years, has been a significant concern for many campers, affecting their overall experience.
Review Summary
Jessica P
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: UPPR
This was a first time in this campground for our family, and we absolutely loved it! It's a big campground and the kids could ride bikes and find plenty of exploring to do. There was so much shade and our whole experience really brought us back to nature. This is definitely a campground we will consider for future family trips.
Cindee W
VerifiedAugust 2, 2026 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: UPPR
There was no water in Spruces campground. This also meant the bathrooms were not in service. There was no warning or heads up about it until I pulled up to the campground. The picnic tables are in poor condition.
Annie C
VerifiedAugust 1, 2026 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: UPPR
I love it at the spruces. It is such a nice campground, nice and clean and the nature of the river and the deer and the moose going through camp.
Debra f
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: LOWR
love it here but 2nd time this year no water portable bathrooms and no drinking or use water . also had issues last year on no water sad .
David T
VerifiedJuly 31, 2026 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: LOWR
The host was very friendly and helpful. The camp site was large and isolated from the other sites. The bathroom was close by and everything quieted down by just a little after 10. Also they don’t have bears in the vicinity, so there was no requirement to keep food in a bear locker. I did make sure all my food and toiletries were in my car rather than my tent though. I’d happily camp here again if I’m in the area.
Cyd W
VerifiedJuly 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 081, Loop: UPPR
It was fantastic! The weather was super nice, it even rained for about an hour. Smelled so good! It was nice to get out of the hot weather and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Camp spot was clean and well taken care of. Will definitely go back.
Batkhishig O
VerifiedJuly 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: LOWR
Overall great campground with nice view and water nearby. Our campsite was great. Felt safe and private. Just a few steps from river which helps us to cool down during afternoon sun. You will hear river sounds when you sleep. Some good shady spots. Picnic area is not as shaded as we expected specially afternoon and dinner time. Tent ground was not entirely flat for large tent but okay. Honey bucket was not very bad but it was smelly. Hope the flush toilet will be fixed next year.
Sarah I
July 26, 2026
No running water at the Spruces anymore?? We are one of the wealthiest countries in the world and we can't find the money? DOGE?
Laurie g
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: UPPR
Lovely setting. Creek runs right by the site, trees block and shade other sites so you feel privacy more than you do at other sites that are this close. Tables are old and warped, there is a lot of car traffic noise from the main road. Wish we could have bathrooms instead of port-o-potties. No firewood for sale, no running water. Overall good, but missing some elements that would make it easier.
Michael B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2026 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: UPPR
favorite campground for my family. Clean site, good tent spots although the primary tent spot is right close to the fire pit. Great for a quick getaway from the SLC HEAT.
Location Spruces - Big Cottonwood
Address:
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd
Salt Lake City, UT, 84121
United States
Elevation: 2251 feet
24 mi drive to downtown Salt Lake City (about 35 min)
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
- Dogs are NOT allowed (only service animals) and owner may be fined $650 This is a watershed area; -Visitors will be fined for bringing domestic pets or livestock into the area -Wading and playing in the water is not allowed
- Gates open at 7am, close at 10pm. Camping is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of your site. Max occupancy is 8 people per single site. Reserved campsites will be held until 12pm on the day following your scheduled arrival date. Horses/Off-road vehicles are strictly prohibited in the campground. Leave No Trace. 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.
- This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; please bring trash bags
- 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
- First Come First Served (FF) sites For reservable sites, reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance You must claim a FF site in person on the day you wish to check-in A site listed as FF does not guarantee availability, Recreation.gov does not update FF occupancy The only way to know if an FF site is available is to arrive at the campground on the day you plan to check-in Availability cannot be predicted Many sites are in remote locations, we cannot contact camp hosts about availability Recommended arrival times vary by day. Weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly To claim an FF site, you must be present, occupy the site, and pay at that time There is no waiting list for FF sites
- Extra Vehicle -$10 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check) Firewood -$9
- If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required
- Off-road vehicles are not allowed in the canyon.
- Please understand that camping is an outdoor experience; we do not give refunds or credits for weather or natural conditions. Cancellations within 24 hours prior to arrival date will forfeit the entire 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 12pm the day after scheduled arrival and does not cancel the reservation, will be charged a $20 service fee and forfeit the first-night use fee.
- For more information on visiting Bear Country visit wildawareutah.org wildlife.utah.gov For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules
- Click herefor more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest -For more info, call Salt Lake Ranger District at 801-733-2660 opt 3 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100 -Visit our website gocamputah.comor Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah 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 information click here
- 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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