Tanners Flat Campground


Area Status: Closed

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.

 

At a Glance

Operational Hours: Gates are locked from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. 
Reservations: For reservations call 1-877-444-6777 or click here to make reservations on-line.  Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance.
Area Amenities: Accessible,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water
Fees: 31 Single Sites - $28.00
3 Double Sites - $56.00
3 Group Sites A, B, C - $121.00, Capacity - 25 People
Group Site #23 - $203.00, Capacity - 50 people
Amphitheater for 4-hour blocks (8:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm) - $50.00, Capacity - 70 people  
Restrictions: 7 day stay limit.

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.
Closest Towns: Sandy, Utah
Water: Drinking Water
Operated By: This campground is operated by a concessionaire.
Information Center: For more information contact the Public Lands Information Center 801-466-6411

General Information

Directions:

Tanners Flat Campground is located in scenic Little Cottonwood Canyon at an elevation of 7,200 feet, just 6 miles from Sandy, Utah.


Accessibility:

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 and 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.


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

Hiking and mountain biking trailheads can be found throughout the canyon. Hikers enjoy Red Pine Lake, White Pine Lake and Maybird Gulch, all beautiful hikes leading to alpine lakes. Mountain bikers enjoy the Cottonwood Creek Trail and Albion Meadows Trail.

Little Cottonwood Creek offers good trout fishing and is a favorite among local fly-fishermen.

General Info:

Accessibility

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 and 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.


No. of Sites 31 Single Sites - $26.00
3 Double Sites - $53.00
Amphitheater for 4-hour blocks (8:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm) - $35.00, Capacity - 70 people 
Extra Vehicle $8.00 
Reservation Info Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance
No. of Accessible sites 21 single sites, 1 double sites

RV Camping

No. of Sites 31 Single Sites - $26.00
3 Double Sites - $53.00
3 Group Sites A, B, C - $105.00, Capacity - 25 People
Group Site #23 - $175.00, Capacity - 50 people
Amphitheater for 4-hour blocks (8:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm) - $35.00, Capacity - 70 people  
Reservation Info Reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance 

Group Camping

Rental info: 3 Group Sites A, B, C - $105.00, Capacity - 25 People
Group Site #23 - $175.00, Capacity - 50 people
Amphitheater for 4-hour blocks (8:00 am to 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm) - $35.00, Capacity - 70 people  

Amenities

Camping trailer:
Picnic tables:
Tent camping:
Toilets:
Accessible:
Drinking water: