Pioneer Campground (UT)
Hyrum, Utah · USDA Forest Service
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About
Pioneer campground is located on the banks of the Blacksmith Fork River about 9 miles from Hyrum, Utah at an elevation of 5,600 feet. This little campground has many nicely secluded sites tucked under Black Willow and Box Elder trees. This campground has 17 single sites each with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault restroom facilities are available at this site. Pioneer Campground sits near the banks of the Blacksmith Fork River, surrounded by rugged hills that are shaded by black willow and box elder trees. Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway: From historic Cache Valley on the west, this byway winds northeast through the national forest to Bear Lake spanning the Utah/Idaho border. Along the way, 500 million years of geologic history unfold in the lower canyon's deeply incised walls and fromations laden with fossils. In autumn, the colors are unparalleled. Visitors enjoy hiking, fishing and exploring off-road trails. Mountain bikers can follow Forest Road 245 to the Great Western Trail,a multi-use trail, near the Blacksmith Fork Guard Station. Scenic drive the roads or hike area trails while watching for wildlife.
Directions
In Hyrum, UT, at the intersection of State Rts.165 and 101, take Rt.101 east 8 miles to the campground sign. Turn right at the sign into the campground.
Location
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Details
- State
- Utah
- City / area
- Hyrum
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
- Campsites
- 17
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $23.99 / night
- Rating
- 4.24 / 5 (50 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer
Nearby campgrounds
- Shenoah Picnic Area 0.3 km away
- BLACKSMITH FORK GUARD STATION 3.7 km away
- FRIENDSHIP CAMPGROUND 4.2 km away
- Spring Campground (UT) 4.9 km away
- Bridger Campground 13.7 km away
- SPRING HOLLOW CAMPGROUND 13.9 km away