Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT)

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah

Overlanding score
60/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
tent, rv, group, equestrian
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

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About Balsam (Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, UT)

Overview

Balsam Campground is located on the banks of pretty Hobble Creek just 12 miles from Springville, Utah, at an elevation of 6,000 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails.

Recreation

Rainbow and brown trout fishing are popular on Hobble Creek. A few hiking, biking and horseback riding trails are in the area,. Deer Springs Trail begins at the top of the campground and is 1 mile long. Dry Canyon Trails are in the area. Left Fork and Days Canyon Trail can be accessed by nearby Cherry Campground. Kirkman Hollow Trail is accessed along the main road 2 miles to the south. Scenic driving above the campground is available for off road vehicles.

Facilities

The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 100 people. It contains picnic and serving tables, a campfire ring, and cement site pad. This group site is a walk-to site accessed by a steep, paved trail from the parking area.

Single family sites are available as well, with picnic and serving tables, and campfire rings with benches. Vault toilets are provided.

Natural Features

Source: Recreation.gov

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