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Price
$24/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Tentative opening 5/...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Check Policy
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South Fork Campground complex, Highway 39, Huntsville, UT
River-focused campers who want to tube or fish the South Fork Ogden without driving far, and Causey Reservoir is five miles out for lake days. The cottonwood canopy earns its reputation on hot summer afternoons. Works best for solo campers or couples who won't feel squeezed by cl
Groups needing multiple tents will find some sites only fit one. Hornet activity around cooking areas is a real and recurring complaint, and the host experience is unpredictable enough that a rough check-in isn't out of the question.
Reference information about Magpie Campground sourced from official USFS records and forestcamping.com. View official recreation.gov page →
<p>This campground is heavily wooded with mostly cottonwood trees and other river-bottom types of vegetation. The South Fork of Ogden River flows adjacent to the campground.</p><p>Firewood is available from the on-site Host. </p><p>Popular local recreation activities include fishing, hiking, swimming and tubing down the South Fork Ogden River (a life jacket is required for all tubers). Causey Reservoir, a scenic mountain lake, is five miles east.</p>
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Summer delivers the best camping conditions, with daytime highs between 70–85°F and nights dropping to the mid-40s–50s. The South Fork Ogden River and Causey Reservoir are both accessible for fishing, swimming, and water sports. The cottonwood shade matters most in July and August. Weekends and holidays fill up fast during peak season. Check for summer fire restrictions before you go. Winter brings frost and limited access for all but the most committed cold-weather campers.
Summer best: 70–85°F, river and reservoir accessible for swimming, tubing and fishing.
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Magpie Campground provides a variety of basic amenities, making it suitable for tent and small trailer camping. It features restrooms, potable water, picnic tables, and firewood available for purchase from the on-site host. These amenities are complemented by an adjacent river and shaded sites due to abundant cottonwood and river-bottom vegetation.
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