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Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground in Utah
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Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah

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As of September 2026, Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground is a campground in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah with 18 campsites. Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground is located at 40.8628ยฐ N, 111.8308ยฐ W.
people allowed on 6 of 18 sites
30
people allowed on each of the 3 largest sites
100

Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Taxes apply
  • Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival
  • Book up to: 4 Months

Published by Recreation.gov for Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground

  • Group 18
  • Accessible 15

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: Paved road.

Things to do: hiking, climbing, horse riding.

All sites at Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the MUEL loop.

SiteTypeSleepsAccess
10AFTGroup30Accessible
10EVEGroup30Accessible
10MORNGroup30Accessible
12AFTGroup16Accessible
12EVEGroup16Accessible
12MORNGroup16Accessible
13AFTGroup60-
13EVEGroup60-
13MORNGroup60-
17AFTGroup60Accessible
17EVEGroup60Accessible
17MORNGroup60Accessible
18AFTGroup30Accessible
18EVEGroup30Accessible
18MORNGroup30Accessible
19AFTGroup100Accessible
19EVEGroup100Accessible
19MORNGroup100Accessible

About Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground

Overview

Mueller Park Group Picnic Area is located just 5 miles from Bountiful, Utah, at an elevation of 5,400 feet. Visitors enjoy relaxing in the shade along Mill Creek and exploring local trails.

Recreation

Mueller Canyon offers excellent trail opportunities. Hiking, mountain biking, dirt biking and horseback riding are allowed here. Mueller Park Trail is 13 miles long, gradually climbing into the Wasatch foothills through dense forests before passing Elephant Rock and ending at Rudy's Flat.

Kenney Creek Trail is nearby and can be used to access the Great Western Trail. North Park Trail connects with Grandview Peak Trail and Cottonwood Gulch.

Facilities

This group area contains 18 day-use picnic sites, accommodating groups as small as 16 people and as large as 100. All sites have tables, campfire rings and grills.

Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads, parking spurs and walking paths within the site are paved. A volleyball court is on-site.

Natural Features

Shady maple, aspen, cottonwood, willow, pine and fir trees surround this beautiful site, offering a cool retreat from the city below. Mill Creek tumbles through the site. Summer wildflowers are plentiful and autumn leaves put on quite a show.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.

Charges & Cancellations

Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees

  • Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.
  • Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
  • You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.

Late Cancellations

  • Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.
  • Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
  • Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
  • Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
  • Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.

No-Shows

  • Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.
  • If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.

Refunds

  • Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.
  • Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.
  • Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.
  • Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.
  • Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.

Recreation.gov Billing Information

  • Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777."

Changes to Policies and Procedures

  • Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.

Rules and notices at Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This Campground is in Bear Country

- Always store food and trash securely to avoid attracting wildlife

- Failure to comply may result in fines up to $5,000 , removal from your campsite and/or imprisonment

- A fed bear is a dead bear

Dogs or Domestic Pets:

Owners must

-Control the dog by a leash not to exceed six feet (6โ€™) at all times

-Clean up dog feces immediately

-Limit two dogs per campsite

Do not allow dogs to

-Rush, threaten, or attack people/animals

-Obstruct or interfere with people, vehicles, or property

-Cause damage to vegetation, habitat, or harass wildlife

Picnic Area Etiquette and Rules:

Gates open at 7a.m. Gates close at 10p.m.

Picnicking is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of your site

Maximum occupancy is 8 people per single site

Leave No Trace

- Put all garbage in dumpsters, when provided, or properly stored in vehicle or bear box

- Remove all personal property and trash when leaving

- Unclean campsites will be reported to the district ranger LEO

- Leaving food/trash in an unoccupied campsite may result in a $5,000 fine

Do not put garbage or fish waste in toilets

Fireworks or other explosives are prohibited. Discharging of a firearm in the campground is not allowed

No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds and facilities

There are no electrical , water, or sewer hookups available at this location

First Come First Served (FF) sites

- You must claim a FF site in person on the day you wish to check-in

- A site listed as FF does not guarantee availability, Recreation.gov does not update FF occupancy

- The only way to know if an FF site is available is to arrive at the campground on the day you plan to check-in

- Availability cannot be predicted

- Many sites are in remote locations, we cannot contact hosts about availability

- Recommended arrival times vary by day. Weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly

- To claim an FF site, you must be physically present, occupy the site, and pay at that time

- There is no waiting list for FF sites

A $10 fee will be collected onsite for extra vehicles

If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

Please understand that camping is an outdoor experience; therefore, we do not give refunds or credits for weather or natural conditions

For more information on camping and picnicking in Bear Country visit:

- wildawareutah.org

- wildlife.utah.gov

For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules

Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

- For more information, please call Salt Lake Ranger District at 801-733-2660 opt 1 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100

- Visit our webiste gocamputah.com or Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah

- To reserve a campsite call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777

Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party

Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground?

Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground is rated "Easy to Book" based on historical demand. With 18 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground have?

Mueller Park Group Picnic Campground has 18 campsites.

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