Simpson Springs Campground

$15.00/night

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491 N. John Glenn Rd
Salt Lake City, UT 84116

Notice

The water at Simpson Springs Campground will be shut off on November 2nd, 2026. Please plan to supply your own water after that date.

Oct 9, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026

Overview

The campground is situated on the eastern edge of Utah's West Desert near the historic Simpson Springs station on the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Simpson Springs was the site of a significant Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in the late 1930s and early 1940s, just prior to the establishment of the US Army Dugway Proving Grounds during World War II.

Recreation

Hiking, picnicking, OHV riding, mountian biking, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, scenic backcountry byway, Pony Express National Historic Trail.

Facilities

Potable water (seasonally) and accessible vault toilets.

Natural Features

Campground is along the Pony Express National Historic Trail.

Nearby Attractions

Historic Pony Express National Historic Trail site and visitor interpretation.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 320-8300.

Camp site features

Across 23 camp sites:

Fire pit: 22 of 23 sites
Pets allowed: all 23 sites
ADA accessible: 16 of 23 sites
Group sites: 1 of 23 sites
Longest RV: 98 ft
Largest party: 50 people
Equipment: CAR, CARAVAN/CAMPER VAN, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, Tent, Trailer, VEHICLE

Fees

Year round $15.00 per site

Directions

From I-80, take exit 199 (Tooele) and travel south on Highway 36 for approximately 40 miles. Turn right onto the Pony Express Road and travel for approximately 25 miles. The campground is approximately 12 miles south of Dugway, Utah, on the Pony Express Road.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

61 reviews

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Andrew G

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Reviewed 21 days ago

Not all spigots worked for water but the one at the entrance did so no problem there, one of the men's toilets had no tp, all others did so that's good. The campground was empty, definitely did not NEED to reserve a spot, super peaceful.

Laurie C

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Reviewed a month ago

Nice clean campsites. The fire pit was deep and was cleaned up, not full of ashes. The pit toilets were the cleanest I have ever seen. The views from this campground are incredible.

Patricia B

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Reviewed a month ago

Sunsets are amazing. I'll come back every year.

Leslie P

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Reviewed 3 months ago

We were the only ones there--we loved that! The campground is in the desert, and a few trees. The road is rough to get there--25 miles of it. But once there, it is an outstanding star-watching location--which is why we chose it in the first place. There is no water or electricity, so great for a short-term stay. Payment and scheduling was super easy on the website. Would recommend.

Rebecca Ann J

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Views were incredible, sunset and sunrise included! Campground was clean and clearly marked.

brenda l

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Reviewed 4 months ago

It was a nice campground, the wind was really bad and it was very dusty but you can’t control Mother Nature.

Availability

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Season dates

Peak season

Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026

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Peak season

Jan 1, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027

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Peak season

Jan 1, 2028 – Dec 31, 2028

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