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
David F
VerifiedApril 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: Loop A
The Fruita campground is one of our favorites. This year, unfortunately, the trees were pollinating , so my wife's allergies flared dramatically, putting a bit of a damper on our visit. Some of the trees shed sticky little seeds that stick to everything - car, trailer, shoes, etc. Don't camp under one of those trees! Still it's a great campground in a beautiful setting.
Anna B
VerifiedApril 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 068, Loop: Loop C
Very nice site, close to the creek, the site was nice under trees.
Stephen H
VerifiedApril 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: Loop C
Really Enjoyed
Caroline H
VerifiedApril 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: Loop C
GORGEOUS campground in the heart of Capitol Reef NP. Very quiet, lovely place to stargaze after dark. Bathrooms were relatively clean for a campground, no showers available.
Our only complaint was that we had some RV campers who ran generators past 11pm the night we stayed unfortunately!
Hannah E
VerifiedApril 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: Loop A
Awesome campground! Bathrooms are nice, host was fantastic, fire pits are great and we lucked out with some trees to hammock in. Would camp here again!
Mark S
VerifiedApril 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: Loop B
Love the campground, well kept, great ranger talks, not as congested as Zion. Be sure to get a homemade pie from the Gifford house.
Vincent D
VerifiedApril 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 061, Loop: Loop C
Very nice stay, quiet and peaceful spot. Wildlife all around.
We recommend.
Kathryn H
VerifiedApril 19, 2025 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop A
Campsites are fairly close to each other and not a lot of trees to separate them but a nice clean campground. The park hosts were wonderful. The deer frequented our campground often and it was so great to see the barn, horses and little house from campground. Geology lecture volunteer was very good. Don’t miss the pies made from the local orchard fruit. Delicious.
Jennifer M
VerifiedApril 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: Loop A
Beautiful campsites with beautiful views and easy access to pie.
Susan W
VerifiedApril 18, 2025 • Stayed at: 060, Loop: Loop C
We spent 10 days in Loop C. We loved it! The camp volunteer chatted each day as she walked past. The access to trails was fantastic. And the campground was really clean and quiet in spite of being full every day we were there.
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
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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. |
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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. |
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Horses. Do not enter horse pastures where horses are present. Do not feed the horses. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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.
