Can you reserve a site at Albion Basin?

Yes, Albion Basin is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Albion Basin have?

34 sites in total, of which 26 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Albion Basin?

25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Albion Basin, Utah — 26 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Albion Basin Campground, just 15 miles from Sandy, Utah, is set among shady white pines and aspens in its beautiful namesake basin in Little Cottonwood Canyon at an elevation of 9,500 feet.

Recreation

Hiking and mountain biking are very popular activities. Hikers enjoy the path to Cecret Lake, which begins at the campground, as well as the Catherine Pass/Sunset Peak Trail just down the road.

Mountain bikers often ride the Albion Basin Road and the trail to Germania Pass. Other trails include the Albion Meadows Trail and Cardiff Pass/Twin Lake Pass.

Facilities

The campground contains 22 "reservation" sites (20 single sites, one double and one triple site). All come with picnic tables and campfire rings. Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. One single site is available on a First Come, First Served basis, site #2.

Natural Features

Albion Basin is renowned for its vivid summer wildflowers. The basin hosts the Wasatch Wildflower Festival annually in late July or early August, complete with guided nature walks.

Moose and deer frequent the basin and mountain goats can often be seen on the precipitous face of Devils Castle, just south of the campground. A small stream runs through the basin.

Nearby Attractions

Little Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful area known for its soaring peaks, unique geology, pristine hidden lakes and cascading streams. Numerous additional hiking and mountain biking trails are found throughout the canyon. Rock climbing and fly-fishing are popular activities as well.

Snowbird Resort is just a few miles down-canyon, offering scenic tram rides, hiking, mountain biking, restaurants, groceries, an Alpine Slide, zip line rides, concerts and various festivals.

The facts

26 bookable sites
34 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 25 ft
Up to 24 people per site
Loops: ALBI, MANAGEMENT SITES

Site types

26 Standard Nonelectric
8 Management

Amenities

Shade
Water hookups — not available
Sewer hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

Book on Recreation.gov

34 campsites at Albion Basin

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
002	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
003	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
004	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
005	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
006	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
007	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
008	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
009	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
010	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
011	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	24
012	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
013	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
014	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
015	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
016	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
017	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
018	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
019	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
022	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
023	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
024	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
025	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
026	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
2021	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	—	Gravel	25 ft	16
A	ALBI	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	8
XXX1	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX2	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX3	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
XXX4	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
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XXX6	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
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Getting there

From I-215, take the 6200 South exit and travel a mile east to Wasatch Blvd. Take Wasatch Blvd 3 miles south to the junction with Little Cottonwood Canyon/Highway 210. Take a left at the junction and travel up Little Cottonwood Canyon 10.2 miles to the campground. The last 2.4 miles are on a maintained gravel road which has an information booth operated in partnership with the Ski Area; the hosts will direct you up the road to the campground.

40.57639, -111.61111 · 40°34'35.0"N 111°36'40.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 73°F in Jul, down to 30°F in Dec.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	31	31	37	42	53	64	73	71	62	50	37	30
Low °F	15	15	20	25	33	42	50	49	41	31	21	15
Precip in	6.4	5.4	6.2	4.8	3.5	2.0	1.5	2.1	2.6	3.5	4.2	5.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

The maximum number of vehicles allowed on a site is 2 on a single with 1 included in the site fee, 4 on a double with 2 included in the site fee, and 6 on a triple with 3 included in the site fee. Extra Vehicle Fee: $10.00/car per day.

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Albion Basin

Can you reserve a site at Albion Basin?: Yes, Albion Basin is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Albion Basin have?: 34 sites in total, of which 26 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Albion Basin?: 25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Does Albion Basin have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.

Also listed by

Albion Basin also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Albion Basin's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

16 Single Sites 2 Double Sites 1 Triple Site There is a fee or a extra vehicle

Restrictions:

7-day stay limit

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-08.

Albion Basin