Capitol Reef National Park16
Campsite #16 at Fruita Campground, Capitol Reef National Park, UT
$25
Campsite #16
| Drive-In | 8 people |
| 43 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | fair |
7/12
Campsite #16 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 43ft driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, RV Site, Tent Site, Trailer Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (23)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 65% |
| 4 star | | 35% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
| 2 star | | 0% |
| 1 star | | 0% |
@HannahEDC2027F · Camped on Apr 11, 2025 at Campsite #16
Awesome campground! Bathrooms are nice, host was fantastic, fire pits are great and we lucked out with some trees to hammock in. Would camp here again!
@BrytaniMF75FF3 · Camped on Mar 12, 2025 at Campsite #16
Great easy location if you're in the park or general area. Clean bathroom, paved level parking spots, and plenty of space for each campsite.
@DouglasZ1BAD65 · Camped on Jan 15, 2025 at Campsite #16
Paid summer price in winter. 2 other sites in use in entire campground. Bathrooms were heated and clean. Water was scarce.
@LauraS4657948 · Camped on Nov 6, 2024 at Campsite #16
Clean bathrooms Beautiful sites well kept by the friendly camp hosts! Hiking trails are close and dont forget to buy your pies!!!
@ShankerS1EF086 · Camped on Sep 3, 2024 at Campsite #16
Well kept campground and flushing toilets; potable water available
@ShankerS1EF086 · Camped on Sep 3, 2024 at Campsite #16
Well kept campground and flushing toilets; potable water available
@ConnieC9271024 · Camped on Jul 9, 2024 at Campsite #16
Love this National Park and this campground! Always stop at the Rangers Station to find out what fruit is in season and where to pick it. We had apricots this timesuper YUMMY! The pies are top-notch at the Gifford House. Hiked Hickman Bridge againalways fun. We were disappointed that the scenic drive was closed, but we will return.
@FredericR6FB17 · Camped on Jul 2, 2024 at Campsite #16
Nice campground. Calm, not too warm, very green. Mule deers visited us.
@FredericR0DD59 · Camped on Jul 2, 2024 at Campsite #16
Nice campground. Calm, not too warm, very green. Mule deers visited us.
@KleaF4704DD463 · Camped on Jun 30, 2024 at Campsite #16
Fruita campground is a beautiful destination. The campsites are wide and spacious with beautiful giant trees to provide shade. The camp host was very helpful and kind. The apricots were all ready for picking while we were there and delicious. The beautiful green orchards and the river running through the valley are beautiful contrast from the Red Mesa cliffs of the southern Utah scenery. We enjoyed the Hickman bridge hike and seeing the natural sandstone arch at the end. We also enjoyed the evening presentations at the amphitheater. Since Capital reef national Park is a dark sky park, the night sky is amazing. We couldn't stop looking up at night. It is a wonder to behold.While we were there, our 4-year-old grandson was able to fill out a kid's workbook by accomplishing different activities and received his junior ranger badge from Ranger Katie. He was so proud of himself. Can't wait to go there again.
@ReginaS9248090 · Camped on May 1, 2024 at Campsite #16
Great setting
@HenriG5DA5C32E · Camped on Apr 23, 2024 at Campsite #16
The sign for Campground officier could be more visible on arrival.
@MaryAnnKEE2DFB · Camped on Sep 26, 2023 at Campsite #16
Great campground! Close to everything we needed.
@MargaretH95271 · Camped on Jun 7, 2023 at Campsite #16
We loved camping at Fruita. It was a lovely oasis amid the harsh terrain and provided easy access to the trails along the Scenic Drive. It was great to be so close to the Gifford Homestead. It was a quick walk from our campsite on loop A. The pies and cinnamon rolls we had for breakfast were amazing. I would definitely stay here again!
@DeniseH6389271 · Camped on May 14, 2023 at Campsite #16
Wonderful, relaxing campground, petroglyphs
@JamieU47550942 · Camped on Apr 23, 2023 at Campsite #16
Beautiful campground. Very clean, site had a nice flat area for a tent and large parking pad. Nice hiking trails that are easily accessed from the site. We missed the blossoms on the trees in the surrounding orchards.
@BambiW853 · Camped on Oct 21, 2021 at Campsite #16
I was lucky to get one night here, wish we could have stayed two. It’s under the trees and close to walk to the Gifford House to pick up some delicious pies. Loved the park too,
@DouglasL849 · Camped on Sep 15, 2021 at Campsite #16
It's a very well maintained and beautiful campground. Terrific hiking close by. Great place to visit.
@ElodieP675 · Camped on Jun 29, 2021 at Campsite #16
We love this campground! We had a great time!
@PeggyH892 · Camped on May 6, 2021 at Campsite #16
Park was beautiful and facilities were clean. The campground is shady and stays cool in the heat. Would have given 5 stars except for the rude campground host. He was constantly trying to show his supposed authority by harassing people by constantly reminding them of the 5 mph speed limit in the campground, whether they were speeding or not. Yet he refused to wear a mask in the rest rooms even though it was clearly stated to do so. It's a shame that power hungry people are allowed to be hosts.
@LeoT958 · Camped on May 2, 2021 at Campsite #16
Beautiful site close to river. Love the little pie shop!! Get there early!
@leeh326 · Camped on Mar 31, 2021 at Campsite #16
very nice campground- paved nearly level sites, nice location. Net to historic orchard site with buildings, a store (great cinnamon rolls that sell out shortly after the store opens) Addition of showers would be a great improvement.
@GregG382 · Camped on Mar 15, 2021 at Campsite #16
Like many national park campgrounds, these fill up fast. Reservations are almost always necessary. No hookups but amazing views, and fresh cinnamon rolls every morning at the nearby Gifford Farmhouse.
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