Warning
GeneralSites 14, 24, and 63 are ADA sites with electrical hookups that are intended for medical devices only.
Warning
GeneralLoop C bathhouse closes during the winter season due to a risk of freezing pipes. The bathhouse is closed approximately from mid-November to late March.
Warning
GeneralReef Ride Bike Days 2026- On September 19 and 26, 2026 from sunrise to mid-afternoon the Scenic Drive will be closed to vehicles for this special event. Vehicles will still have access to the Fruita area, including the campground and Gifford House.
About Fruita Campground
Number of accommodations: 65
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (587)
Review Summary
Whitney N
VerifiedJuly 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Loop B
This was a last-minute switch as we were supposed to stay at the Grand Canyon North ram Lodge, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. This ended up being one of our favorite campgrounds ever! So quiet and peaceful with beautiful views, and deer everywhere. There was a great range program on Mountain Lions just a quick walk away that was engaging, and a star program later that was so/so. In the morning we got fruit pies and cinnamon rolls from the Gifford House and that was such a highlight. Will absolutely come back to this campground!
Mary D
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: Loop B
Beautiful
Rachel A
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop A
Great location. It's right by the Gifford house, which had pie in the mornings.
Shannon P
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Loop C
Great campsite. We loved the deer and fawns that grazed so comfortably near all the campers. The kids thought the evening ranger program was enjoyable.
Rachel T
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: Loop C
The camp host was friendly and responsive. The campsite was gorgeous and had big beautiful trees. There were friendly deer at the camp and it was just lovely overall.
Luke L
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: Loop A
The campgrounds are basic but kept clean and the host was very present. There was WiFi availability (pretty good) otherwise the area is very off the grid. It is siviesveful and quiet and relaxing. There was rain while we were there… a rarity in the area, and some of the camp spots were very wet (tents in water pools) but with our roofnest tent and screen house we were very comfortable. There are programs scheduled in the amphitheater at the campground (they were cancelled because of the weather) and the gift shop at Gifford House is very convenient. The pies amazing! Just watching the horses at the farm and enjoying the views was wonderful.
Amy T
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: Loop B
Excellent campground. Clean bathrooms, great ranger program, and along the river.
John B
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Loop A
Excellent campground in a beautiful setting. Campground is clean and has potable water, a dump station. The site we had was level and had a picnic table and fire pit. The only downside was all the barking dogs from other campers. Nothing destroys a relaxing evening at your campsite like half a dozen yappy canines.
Greg N
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: Loop B
The isolated camp site area was not treed and sun was too hot, 95 at 6:30 pm. We left and did not camp.
Colin K
VerifiedJuly 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: Loop A
Camp host was a rude. A guy we met on a hike offered us a place to stay at his campsite, the host said it was against the rules to have us stay. The man Joseph was a single guest and we only had 2. When we asked him why it was a problem he told us he was going to call the authorities and kick us all out of the campground. I ended up buying a slot next to Joseph to avoid any problems. We had a great night but I wouldn’t go back though, just because of the host.
Location Fruita Campground
Address:
Hc 70 Box 15
Torrey, UT, 84775
United States
Traveling westbound on Interstate 70: Take Utah State Highway 24 west towards Hanksville (exit 149). Stay on Highway 24 for 80 miles (129 km) to reach the park Visitor Center.
Traveling on Interstate 15: Take US Highway 50 east at Scipio (exit 188) towards Salina for 30 miles (48 km). At the junction with Utah State Highway 89/259, turn right (south) and travel 8 miles (13 km). Turn left (east) onto Utah State Highway 24 towards Sigurd. Continue on Highway 24 for 82 miles (132 km) to reach the park Visitor Center.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.2825 / -111.247
Elevation: 1659 feet
Policies & Rules
| Category | About |
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Bring Reservation Information. There is no cell coverage at the campground, so please print, write down or otherwise save your confirmation and site number to present upon arrival. |
| General |
Stay Limit. Fruita Campground has a 14 day stay limit per year. |
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Check In/Check Out. Check out is 11am and check in is 3pm. |
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Generators Hours: Mountain Daylight Time (Mar.–Nov.): 8 am–10 am and 6 pm–8 pm. Mountain Standard Time (Nov.–Mar.): 8 am–10 am and 5 pm–7 pm. From March 1 through Thanksgiving weekend, generators are only permitted in the C loop. The remainder of the year, generators are allowed in Loops A and B. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 6 am. ADA sites with an electrical hook up (14, 24, and 63) are for required medical devices only. |
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ADA sites with an electrical hook up (14, 24, and 63) are for required medical devices only. |
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Wildlife. Campers often see Mule Deer in the campground. Do not approach or feed them. As a visitor, you are responsible for your safety and the safety of the animals. Keep a distance of 30 feet between you and deer. You are responsible for backing up to a safe distance, even if the deer moves toward you. |
| General |
Horses. Do not enter horse pastures where horses are present. Do not feed the horses. |
| General |
Campfires. Fires may be built only in the grills and campfire rings provided. NOTE: Sites 7, 48 and 50 have grills, but no campfire rings. |
| General |
Firewood. The park prohibits wood gathering. You may purchase firewood at the Gifford House or at local stores during the summer season. Please fully extinguish fires. |
| General |
Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org. to learn more. Use of fuel burning stoves is encouraged. |
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Washing. Do not wash dishes or clothing at water faucets or in the restrooms. You must collect gray water and dump into the utility sink. |
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Pets. All pets must be on leash (6 feet or less in length) at all times. The park does not allow pets on the trails or in the backcountry or to leave pets unattended. |
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Orchards. You may pick fruit in orchards posted as open. There is no charge for fruit consumed within the orchard but all fruit taken out must be weighed and paid for. A scale and self-pay station are provided near each open orchard. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. |
| General |
Hanging Lines. Hammocks, clotheslines, and slacklines are permitted only during daylight hours (unless the hammock is currently occupied i.e. you are sleeping for the night in your hammock), in your own campsite, and in such a way that no resource damage occurs. Slacklines must be attended at all times. |
| General |
For more information: visit the Capitol Reef National Park website. To contact park staff with questions or to report a late arrival, please email care_fees@nps.gov or call 435-425-4173 (Sunday-Wednesday) or 435-425-3791 (Thursday-Saturday) |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralSites 14, 24, and 63 are ADA sites with electrical hookups that are intended for medical devices only.
Warning
GeneralLoop C bathhouse closes during the winter season due to a risk of freezing pipes. The bathhouse is closed approximately from mid-November to late March.
Warning
GeneralReef Ride Bike Days 2026- On September 19 and 26, 2026 from sunrise to mid-afternoon the Scenic Drive will be closed to vehicles for this special event. Vehicles will still have access to the Fruita area, including the campground and Gifford House.
