Simpson Springs Campground
Dugway, Utah · Bureau of Land Management
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About
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. Hiking, picnicking, OHV riding, mountian biking, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, scenic backcountry byway, Pony Express National Historic Trail. For facility specific information, please call (801) 320-8300.Potable water (seasonally) and accessible vault toilets. Campground is along the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Historic Pony Express National Historic Trail site and visitor interpretation.
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.
Location
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Details
- State
- Utah
- City / area
- Dugway
- Agency
- Bureau of Land Management
- Parent area
- Salt Lake Field Office
- Campsites
- 23
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $15–$65 / night
- Rating
- 3.92 / 5 (61 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, RV, Trailer, Caravan/Camper Van, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up
Nearby campgrounds
- Simpson Springs Campground 0.2 km away
- Clover Springs Campground 39.9 km away
- Loop Campground (UT) 52.6 km away
- UPPER NARROWS 53.3 km away
- Lower Narrows Campground 53.3 km away
- BOY SCOUT 53.6 km away