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.
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About Fruita Campground
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (890)
What Guests Are Saying
Fruita Campground is a beautiful, family-friendly site nestled among fruit orchards and stunning red cliffs, offering a peaceful atmosphere and excellent hiking opportunities. Clean bathrooms, friendly hosts, and unique amenities like fruit picking contribute to a memorable camping experience. While some sites require improvements for better tent setups and there are occasional issues with flies, overall, visitors appreciate the campground's charm and its proximity to Capitol Reef National Park.
What Guests Are Saying
Fruita Campground is a beautiful, family-friendly site nestled among fruit orchards and stunning red cliffs, offering a peaceful atmosphere and excellent hiking opportunities. Clean bathrooms, friendly hosts, and unique amenities like fruit picking contribute to a memorable camping experience. While some sites require improvements for better tent setups and there are occasional issues with flies, overall, visitors appreciate the campground's charm and its proximity to Capitol Reef National Park.
Review Summary
James H
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: Loop C
Very nice campground, but it was so hot during our visit, we had a hard time keeping batteries charged and fridge cold with limited generator hours.
Enjoyed the orchards, hiking and nightly visits from resident deer!
Kenneth S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: Loop B
The campsite host was very nice
This was a walk-in campsite for tents only. The walk was not very far, but it is furthest sites from water and the bathrooms.
But very peaceful and quiet
Ting Hao H
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Loop A
Site itself is nothing to write home about but it's super close to everything fun! Beautiful park, great hikes, lots of history too.
Ryan M
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: Loop C
Fruita Campground's setting is fantastic. Tucked into the historic Fruita district beneath the cliffs of Capitol Reef, with mature trees, orchards, wildlife, and easy access to the visitor center, Scenic Drive, hiking and the Gifford House.
The campground itself was peaceful, well maintained and surprisingly green for southern Utah; although big patches of grass area have reverted to red dirt. We spent several days here and loved being able to walk or bike around Fruita in the mornings and evenings. Deer wandered through the campground regularly, and the surrounding cliffs make for a pretty spectacular backdrop.
One thing to know if you rely on a generator: during the main season, generator use is restricted to Loop C during designated hours. We originally stayed in another loop, but several cloudy days depleted our trailer batteries and the camp host was extremely helpful in moving us to Loop C so we could recharge.
Our only real complaint was the flies. During our August stay they were relentless at times, although that’s obviously seasonal and not something I’d hold against the campground itself.
Overall, Fruita is an outstanding base for exploring Capitol Reef and a campground we would absolutely stay at again. The combination of history, scenery, location and the campground atmosphere makes it feel like part of the park experience rather than simply a place to park the trailer.
Karl C
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Loop B
Enjoyed the campground bathroom were clean and convenient. A lot of shade trees so solar charging was not good but it depends on your site.
Daniel M
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: Loop A
Amazing views at the campground. Within walking distance of some really nice trails! The camp host was amazing and made everyone feel welcomed! I will be staying here again!
Alex M
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Loop B
Adorable campground within the fruit orchards and a short walk from Gifford House and the horses! Great ranger programs as well.
William C
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop B
Overall good experience and location. They could really use a few showers, though. Hostess was excellent.
My first spot was on a slight incline and the RV trailers next door had adopted my table and campfire ring because it was convenient for them. But my second spot, #4 on A-loop was much better. I think spots 23, 25, 28, 11, and 16 are the best for those doing tents and wanting shade in the morning.
Gabriela G
VerifiedAugust 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: Loop B
Lovely campground in an oasis with fruit trees where you can pick fruits. Bathrooms were clean and there are nice tree for shade.
Pritam M
VerifiedAugust 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: Loop B
Overall nice campground but toilets needs some work, they were leaking when we were there.
Location & Directions for Fruita Campground
Hc 70 Box 15, Torrey, UT 84775 United States
Elevation: 1,659 ft
Getting There
<p><strong>Traveling westbound on Interstate 70: </strong>Take Utah State Highway 24 west towards Hanksville (exit 149). Stay on Highway 24 for 80 mi (80.2 mi) to reach the park Visitor Center.<br><br><br><strong>Traveling on Interstate 15:</stron...
Traveling westbound on Interstate 70: Take Utah State Highway 24 west towards Hanksville (exit 149). Stay on Highway 24 for 80 mi (80.2 mi) to reach the park Visitor Center.
Traveling on Interstate 15: Take US Highway 50 east at Scipio (exit 188) towards Salina for 30 mi (29.8 mi). At the junction with Utah State Highway 89/259, turn right (south) and travel 8 mi (8.1 mi). Turn left (east) onto Utah State Highway 24 towards Sigurd. Continue on Highway 24 for 82 mi (82 mi) to reach the park Visitor Center.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
3PM
Check out time
11AM
General
- 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.
- Stay Limit. Fruita Campground has a 14 day stay limit per year.
- 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.
- ADA sites with an electrical hook up (14, 24, and 63) are for required medical devices only.
- 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.
- Horses. Do not enter horse pastures where horses are present. Do not feed the horses.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- For more information: visit the Capitol Reef National Park website. To contact park staff with questions or to report a late arrival, please email [email protected] 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.
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Last updated: October 19, 2026
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