Strawberry Ridge
Region: Wasatch Front & Uinta Mountains | Land Manager: U.S. Forest Service (Uinta National Forest) | Cost: Free
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Forest terrain representative of Strawberry Ridge. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Strawberry Ridge and the connecting Clyde Creek roads sit above Strawberry Reservoir, one of Utah's best-known trout fisheries, with dispersed pull-offs tucked into aspen groves and open meadows overlooking the water.
Quick Facts
| Distance from Strawberry Reservoir | Along forest roads on the ridges above the reservoir, off US-40 near Strawberry Bay |
| Road & Clearance | Mix of graded and native dirt roads; some sections favor higher clearance |
| Rig Suitability | Tents and vans comfortably; scout ahead before bringing a large RV |
| Amenities | None |
| Cell Signal | Mostly spotty, though some 4G pockets are reported |
| Best Season | Summer through fall |
| Stay Limit | 14 days |
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Getting There
From US-40 near Strawberry Bay, forest roads climb onto the ridge above the reservoir. Numerous pull-offs branch off along the way, some open and grassy, others tucked into stands of aspen with more shade and privacy.
What to Expect
Classic high-elevation Utah camping: aspen groves, open meadow sites, and long views down to Strawberry Reservoir. This is prime fishing country, so expect company during peak summer weekends, especially near the water. The ridge sites further from the reservoir tend to be quieter.
Good to Know
Roads here are a patchwork of graded and native surfaces, conditions can change fast after rain, so check recent weather before committing a longer rig to the rougher stretches. Developed campgrounds and boat ramps around Strawberry Reservoir are a short drive away if you need water or a dump station.
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