Whiting

WHITING

Part of Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Overview

Whiting Campground is located in Maple Canyon, just 3 miles from the town of Mapleton, Utah, at an elevation of 5,400 feet. Visitors enjoy hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

Facilities

The campground contains group, single-family and equestrian sites. One group site can accommodate up to 100 people, the other up to 200 people. Both sites are equipped with picnic tables, grills, campfire rings and cement site pads.
Single and equestrian sites have picnic tables, campfire rings and cement site pads. Equestrian sites also have hitching racks. Vault toilets are provided. 

Natural Features

A dense, shady grove of maple and cottonwood trees provides pleasant shade and beautiful fall color. Summer wildflowers are plentiful. A perennial creek runs along the campground.

Recreation

Maple Canyon Trail, for hiking, mountain biking, dirt biking and horseback riding, begins nearby. It leads to a small network of trails with scenic mountain and canyon views.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.

Important Notices

  • This Campground is in Bear Country

    Always store food and trash securely to avoid attracting wildlife

    -Failure to comply may result in fines up to $5,000, removal from your site and/or imprisonment

    Remember, a fed bear is a dead bear; your actions can save lives

  • No water available on site; bring all water needed for your stay including drinking water

    This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; bring trash bags

  • Dogs or Domestic Pets

    Owners must

    -Control dog by leash not to exceed six feet (6’) at all times

    -Clean up dog feces immediately

    -Limit two dogs per -site

    Do not allow dogs to

    -Threaten, or attack people/animals

    -Interfere with people, vehicles, or property

    -Cause damage to vegetation or harass wildlife

  • Campground Etiquette and Rules

    Gates open at 7am, close at 10pm

    Quiet Hours are 10pm-6am No generators after 10pm

    Camping is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of your site

    Max occupancy is 8 people per single site

    Reserved sites will be held until 12pm the day following scheduled arrival date

    Horses/Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground

    Horse trailers cannot be parked on-site; they must be parked in a designated area about a mile from the campground

    Leave No Trace

    -Put all trash in dumpsters, when provided, or properly stored in your vehicle or bear box

    -Remove all personal property and trash when leaving

    -Unclean sites will be reported to the District Ranger LEO

    -Leaving food/trash in an unoccupied site may result in a $5,000 fine

    Cleaning fish or bathing where drinking water is supplied is strictly prohibited

    Fireworks, discharging of firearms, or other explosives in the campground is not allowed

    No boisterous behavior. Be courteous. Keep noise at a reasonable level

    No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds and facilities

    Max Vehicle Length includes tow vehicle

  • There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends; 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends

  • Trailers/Campers and RVs: Come with water tank filled. Hooking up to spigots or the power in the restrooms, even for medical devices is strictly prohibited

  • First Come First Served (FF) sites

    For reservable sites, reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance

    You must claim a FF site in person on the day you wish to check-in

    A site listed as FF does not guarantee availability, Recreation.gov does not update FF occupancy

    The only way to know if an FF site is available is to arrive at the campground on the day you plan to check-in

    Availability cannot be predicted

    Many sites are in remote locations, we cannot contact hosts about availability

    Recommended arrival times vary by day. Weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly

    To claim an FF site, you must be present, occupy the site, and pay at that time

    There is no waiting list for FF sites

  • Extra Vehicle -$10 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check)

    Firewood -$9

  • If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required

  • For more info on visiting Bear Country visit

    wildawareutah.org 

    wildlife.utah.gov  

    For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules 

  • Click herefor more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

    For more info, call Spanish Fork Ranger District at 801-798-3571 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100

    Visit our website gocamputah.comor Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah

    To reserve a site call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777

  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood within 10 miles of your destination and burning it on-site. For more info click here

  • Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party

Available Activities

  • Hiking - Hiking
  • Camping - Camping
  • Biking - Biking
  • Horseback Riding - Horseback Riding
  • Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive
  • Picnicking - Picnicking

Directions

From I-15, take Springville exit 260. Head east 2 miles to the intersection of Main Street and 400 South. Turn right on Main Street, staying in the right lane toward Highway 89/Price. Continue 2.3 miles to Maple Street. Turn left on Maple Street/State Highway 147 for .9 miles to Main Street in Mapleton. Turn left on Main Street, then right on 400 North. Drive east on 400 North for 2.7 miles to the campground.

Cancellation Policy

<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p> <ul> <li>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</li> <li>Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</li> <li>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p> <ul> <li>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</li> <li>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</li> <li>Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</li> <li>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</li> <li>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</li> </ul> <p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p> <ul> <li>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</li> <li>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Refunds</strong></p> <ul> <li>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</li> <li>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</li> <li>Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</li> <li>Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</li> <li>Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Recreation.gov Billing Information</strong></p> <ul> <li>Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777."</li> </ul> <p><strong>Changes to Policies and Procedures</strong></p> <ul> <li>Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.</li> </ul>

Contact Information

Phone: SPANISH FORK RANGER DISTRICT 801-798-3571 OR UTAH RECREATION COMPANY 385-273-1100

564 W 700 S
Ste.305, Box #5
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Maple Canyon Rd
Maleton, UT 84664

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