Smith and Morehouse
Closed

The campground opens May 15, 2026 on a first-come, first-served basis (weather permitting). Online reservations through Recreation.gov begin June 5, 2026. Minimum 2-night stay required on weekends, 3 nights on holidays.

Flood Watch issued October 10 at 4:07AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

4:07 AM — 7:15 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Western Millard and Juab Counties, Bear Lake and Bear River Valley, Cache Valley/Utah Portion, Eastern Box Elder County, Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains, Northern Wasatch Front, Salt Lake Valley, Tooele and Rush Valleys, Utah Valley, Wasatch Back, Wasatch Mountains I-80 North, Wasatch Mountains South of I-80, Western Uinta Basin and Western Uinta Mountains. This includes recent burn scars such as Rocky Canyon. * WHEN...From late tonight through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and recent burn scars. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Moisture associated with the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will move into northern Utah this weekend producing a prolonged rainfall event. In particular, moisture interacting with a frontal boundary across far northern Utah may yield locally heavier rainfall totals compared to other locations. As a result, areal flooding is expected across northern Utah this weekend. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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

Smith and Morehouse Campground is located on the western edge of the Uinta Mountains in northeastern Utah, just a short distance from Smith and Morehouse Reservoir. Situated at 7,800 feet elevation in a scenic forest of conifers and aspens, the campground offers 34 paved sites with fire rings and picnic tables. Smith and Morehouse Creek runs through the campground, and wildlife including moose and deer frequent the area. The reservoir is open to motorized boats at wake-less speed, making it excellent for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing for stocked rainbow trout. A boat ramp is located on the northwest shore. The 14.6-mile Smith Morehouse Trail begins at nearby Ledgefork Campground and leads through forests, meadows, and marshland to Erickson Basin and Island Lake, offering a less-crowded alternative to other Uinta trails. The campground is operated by Utah Recreation Company under permit from the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-75°F during the day to 40-50°F at night. ATVs are prohibited, and a 7-day stay limit is enforced.

Directions

From Salt Lake City, take I-80 east for 36 miles to the Kamas exit. Travel south for 12 miles to Oakley, turn left on Highway 213 and travel 12 miles to end of pavement. Turn right and go 2 miles to the campground entrance.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station —
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store —
Price $28.06

Vehicle

Max RV Length 45ft
Max Trailer Length 45ft
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (385) 273-1100

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

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