Tanners Flat Campground
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Soapstone Comfort Station · 34.3 mi
- Coordinates
- 40.5720, -111.7006
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The campground is set among a forest of shady pine, aspen, oak and maple trees. Vivid summer wildflowers are abundant, and autumn leaves put on quite a show. Little Cottonwood Creek runs along the edge of the campground. This campground has an amphitheater. A per-day, per-vehicle fee will be collected on site for extra vehicles Off-road vehicles are not permitted This campground has first-come, first-served sites The campground contains seven accessible group sites and numerous single and double-family sites, all with picnic tables and campfire rings. Group sites also have grills and serving tables. Flush toilets are not working at this time 7/12/18 vault toilets are provided, as is drinking water. A volleyball court is available but campers must bring their own net and ball. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Roads and parking spurs are paved. There are no electric or water hook ups. Nearby Attractions: Little Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful area known for its soaring peaks, unique geology, pristine hidden lakes and cascading streams. Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails are in the area. Rock climbing is a popular activity as well. Snowbird Resort is a few miles up-canyon, offering scenic tram rides, hiking, mountain biking, restaurants, groceries, an Alpine Slide, zip line rides, concerts and various festivals. Albion Basin, part of Alta Ski Resort just a few miles further up-canyon, hosts the Wasatch Wildflower Festival annually in late July/early August, complete with guided nature walks. Numerous hiking trails can be found in Albion Basin, including the 1.5-mile round-trip hike to Cecret Lake.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Tanners Flat Campground free?
No. Tanners Flat Campground charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Tanners Flat Campground?
Tanners Flat Campground is located in scenic Little Cottonwood Canyon. Take Little Cottonwood Canyon road about 5 miles. Campground is located on the right.
What are the rules at Tanners Flat Campground?
This campground is located Little Cottonwood Canyon, which is in the Salt Lake City Watershed. Special regulations apply and are strictly enforced. No pets allowed. This area is closed to swimming.
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SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
