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About Storm Mountain Day Use Area
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Reviews (80)
What Guests Are Saying
Storm Mountain Day Use Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, cleanliness, and friendly camp hosts, making it an ideal spot for picnics and gatherings. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful, well-maintained environment, with good climbing options and ample facilities. However, some experienced issues with site reservations and noise from events, indicating a need for better management of bookings and visitor guidelines.
What Guests Are Saying
Storm Mountain Day Use Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, cleanliness, and friendly camp hosts, making it an ideal spot for picnics and gatherings. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful, well-maintained environment, with good climbing options and ample facilities. However, some experienced issues with site reservations and noise from events, indicating a need for better management of bookings and visitor guidelines.
Review Summary
Alexis R
May 24, 2026
We were unable to attend at the last minute. I wish there was a way to notify you all so the space didn’t go unused all day.
Joni H
May 30, 2026
We love this site. It is secluded but a perfect location to access all other trails. We like that the little kids can play I. The trees and climb while remaining in the site itself.
Jerry B
May 31, 2026
Beautiful site, terrific attendants, wonderful experience.
Lauren H
June 1, 2026
The site manager was friendly, kind and super helpful! (a huge improvement from the lady running it last year).
Sites were clean and in good repair. We absolutely love Storm Mountain and will definitely be back. Thank you for all that was done to make it a lovely place to spend the day!
Daniel R
June 4, 2026
The Ampitheater was beautiful and Roland, camp host was very friendly and helpful.
David H
June 21, 2026
Secluded picnic area.
Roxy M
June 21, 2026
The camp Hosts were awesome!!!
kelley h
June 28, 2026
I rented out a Group Area and the Amphitheatre for a wedding ceremony and reception area. These areas were clean, well maintained, and of course naturally gorgeous. The other picnic sites were really respectful of our booking of the amphitheatre leaving the area once it was our booking time. The ranger for the day was very friendly and helped our guests know where to park. Both the Amphitheatre and Group area had our name attached making it easier for guests to know if they were in the right place. I highly recommend the Storm Mountain picnic areas even for just a normal day up in the mountains the scenery is ✨️stunning✨️.
Jennifer R
June 29, 2026
The spot was so beautiful and we had so much fun!
Andrew M
July 4, 2026
Awesome experience. Staff was great.
Location & Directions for Storm Mountain Day Use Area
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84121 United States
Elevation: 1,771 ft
Getting There
From I-215, take the 6200 South exit and travel a mile east to Wasatch Blvd. Take Wasatch Blvd a mile south to junction with Big Cottonwood Canyon/Highway 190. Make a left at the junction and travel up Big Cottonwood Canyon 2.8 mi to the picnic area.
Highway access
The Storm Mountain Day Use Area is accessible via I-215, with the nearest exit at 6200 South leading to Wasatch Blvd, which connects to Big Cottonwood Canyon/Highway 190.
Policies & Rules
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 7a.m. Gates close at 10p.m.
- There is no electrical, water, or sewer hookups available.
- Please bring your own drinking water.
- First Come First Served (FF) sites - 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 in real time. - 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 to contact camp hosts about availability. - Recommended arrival times vary by day of the week, but weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly. - To claim an FF site, you must be physically present, occupy the site, and pay at that time.
- 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
- A $10 fee will be collected onsite for extra vehicles.
- Please understand that camping/picnicking is an outdoor experience; therefore, we do not give refunds or credits for weather or natural conditions.
- 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.
- For more information on camping and picnicking in Bear Country visit: - wildawareutah.org - wildlife.utah.gov For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest - For more information, please call Salt Lake Ranger District at 801-733-2660 opt 3 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100 - Visit our webiste utahrecreationcompany.com or Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah - To reserve a campsite call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777
- 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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