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Uinta/Currant Creek
Overview
Currant Creek Campground, nestled within the expansive Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, offers a serene escape for RVers seeking a rugged, natural experience. Situated near the sparkling waters of the Currant Creek Reservoir, this destination is defined by its high-altitude landscape and peaceful atmosphere. It is managed by the Forest Service, providing a traditional camping environment that emphasizes the beauty of the Utah backcountry over modern luxuries. This is a place where the sounds of nature replace the hum of city life.
Location & Surroundings
Located roughly 40 miles southeast of Heber City, the park sits at an impressive elevation of approximately 8,000 feet. The surrounding terrain is a stunning mix of aspen groves and conifer forests, providing plenty of shade and a deep sense of seclusion. Visitors can enjoy sweeping views of the mountains and the reservoir, making it a prime spot for those who appreciate the quiet rustle of the wind through the trees and the crisp, clean mountain air that comes with high-country living.
Amenities & Park Features
As a Forest Service site, the amenities are designed for self-contained RVs and those who enjoy a more primitive style of travel. The park features vault toilets and potable water stations located conveniently throughout the loops. Each individual site is equipped with a picnic table and fire ring, perfect for evening gatherings under the stars. While there are no electrical or sewer hookups available, the well-spaced sites offer a level of privacy rarely found in commercial resorts. A paved boat ramp provides easy access to the water for those bringing small watercraft.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The primary draw for visitors is the Currant Creek Reservoir, which is renowned for its excellent trout fishing. Anglers often find success from both the shore and from non-motorized or low-speed boats. For hikers, several trails wind through the surrounding forest, offering opportunities to spot local wildlife like elk, deer, and various bird species. A short drive away, the Strawberry Reservoir offers additional fishing and boating opportunities, while the nearby town of Heber City provides a gateway to local history and the famous Heber Valley Railroad.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for boondockers and self-reliant travelers who want to disconnect from digital distractions and reconnect with the natural world. It is a favorite for fishing enthusiasts and families looking for a classic mountain camping experience away from the crowds. If you enjoy wildlife viewing and a quiet environment away from highway noise, this high-country retreat is a perfect fit. It is best suited for those who do not mind trading full hookups for unparalleled access to the great outdoors and starry night skies.
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User Reviews
Brendan Johnston
Campground was awesome and the upper loop was one of the most scenic camp spots I have been to. Bathroom was clean and it had a dump station at the entrance as well. Water spigots everywhere. Short drive over to Currant Creek (which do not expect to do any water sports or swimming in this reservoir especially late summer, it's caked in algae). Good offroading trails near by as well. There is 0 service all over up there so I rented a Starlink and used that all weekend. This almost saved our butt as I thought I was lost on the road in the dark until we had another truck pull up and help us out. Here is your warning though at no fault of the campground: The roads to get in are miserable with a trailer. I had someone else book my spot and wasn't so sure on the route as there are 3 roads to get there. Ended up taking an hour+ going 5 to 10mph on a washboard road and almost missed the gate closing time. The road slammed my new trailer and threw us around the truck. Google Maps will give you a time to get there and I'd add another 35-40 minutes as you won't be getting close to the speed limit if you are pulling a trailer and care about your stuff. The road would be smooth-ish in some spots and absolutely miserable for most of the drive. Many steep areas with decently sharp turns. I ended up peppering the entire front of my trailer with gravel and everything in the trailer ended up everywhere. We also got there after some rain and closer to the campground had 3 large puddle areas I was worried about getting stuck in but it was hard packed under the water so we made it through fine. So, campground is worth it but be prepared for the washboard road. I know how groomed fire roads can be and this is the only campground I have towed to with this long of a road to get in. But you are gonna get rewarded with some great views and being pretty far up in the mountains.
Scott Chase
Stunning views, huge amazing campground with clean bathrooms. I think my spot was just shy of 8,000 feet in elevation, had perfect Labor Day weather too!
Annette Shrewsbury
We camped here with our family and it was a great experience! The bathroom was close to our campsite. The campsites we really good. We had a nice meadow between two of our campsites which made for a good place for some of our family members to set up their tents. For anyone looking for a nice place to stay and bring your family this is the place to come. It's a great place to go and have no Internet or cell phone service. It gives you a break from all of these distractions.
Don Slick
It's fun, not that great for dogs cause of all of the thick brush. Any road in is gonna be a washboard for several miles. Otherwise it is a fun place to camp.
Sam Brown
Great host and nice and spacious campsites. I expected pit toilets but they were fully functional plumbing and very clean. The host at the time had firewood for sale which was nice since there aren’t any amenities this far out. I didn’t book a reservation but saw that there were a lot of first come first serve sites we took a chance on coming out on a Saturday and had a few to choose from. The dirt road was a little rough getting out to the area but paved at the actual campground. An easy walk over to the water but not right next to the water.