Balsam Campground
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Open for the 2026 season. Operating dates are approximately May 15 through September 13. Reservations available through Recreation.gov with some first-come-first-served sites. Campers must bring their own drinking water as no potable water is provided.

Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 3:13PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

3:13 PM — October 9th, 6:00 PM

ESFSLC The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will merge with a fall-like storm system over the western United States, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall and a resulting threat of flooding. Widespread rainfall of 1 to 3 inches is expected, locally in excess of 3 inches, particularly across south aspects of southern Utah mountains, between late Saturday and Monday morning. Expect many area waterways including streams, rivers, normally dry washes, creeks, and slot canyons to have rising, fast flows by Sunday evening. Current forecasts do not bring any rivers to flood stage, but this will be monitored as the fine details of heavy rain bands become more confident. Those with activities near rivers, streams, creeks and recent burn scars should closely monitor the forecast over the next several days. Those with outdoor plans Sunday onward that include any travel near waterways across Utah should consider alternate plans. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain possible through at least Wednesday. While the rainfall rates with these additional rounds of precipitation will generally be lower, areas that receive significant precipitation during the weekend will be extra sensitive to any additional rainfall.

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…

About

Balsam Campground occupies a scenic stretch of Hobble Creek Canyon in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, roughly 12 miles east of Springville. At 6,000 feet elevation, maple, fir, and cottonwood trees provide partial shade and vibrant fall color while Hobble Creek flows through the campground. The 26 sites include 24 single-family sites (a mix of tent-only and standard nonelectric) and 2 group sites accommodating up to 100 people. Rainbow and brown trout fishing draws anglers to Hobble Creek. Deer Springs Trail begins at the top of the campground and runs about a mile. Additional hiking, biking, and horseback riding options include Dry Canyon Trails, Left Fork and Days Canyon Trail (accessible from nearby Cherry Campground), and Kirkman Hollow Trail about 2 miles south. The paved road ends 8 miles up the canyon and continues as a dirt route over to Diamond Fork Canyon, offering scenic driving for off-road vehicles. Amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings with benches at each site. Campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all trash. The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-September and accepts reservations through Recreation.gov with some first-come-first-served availability.

Directions

From I-15 take Springville exit 260. Continue east through the intersection of Main Street and Highway 400 South. At the four-way stop at the end of 400 South, turn right onto Canyon Road. Head east up Canyon Road for about 6 miles. After passing Hobble Creek Golf Course, the road forks; stay right. Balsam Campground is approximately 6 miles past the golf course beyond the junction of Forest Roads 132 and 058.

Amenities

Water No
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $27.45 - $270.1

Vehicle

Max RV Length 35ft
Max Trailer Length 35ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (801) 798-3571

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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