About SOLDIER CREEK
Overview Soldier Creek Campground is located on the shore of beautiful Strawberry Reservoir at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Visitors flock to Strawberry for its great fishing, boating and trail opportunities.Recreation Strawberry Reservoir offers excellent boating, water skiing and canoeing. Anglers fish for rainbow trout, cutthroat trout and Kokanee salmon. Soldier Creek Day Use Area is within 1/4 mile of the campground and has great beach access. A boat ramp, marina, boat rentals, fish cleaning station and small general store are located on-site. Other popular activities in the Strawberry area include hiking, biking and horseback riding.Facilities This large, popular campground contains a group overnight shelter site that can accommodate up to 100 people. Over 150 single and double-family campsites are also available. Camping spurs are spaced 50-75 feet apart. Located adjacent to Strawberry Reservoir with dump station and boat ramps provided and boat launch and fish cleaning station available. Roads are paved. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Loop A has nice shade from pines and aspens; some sites on this loop have covered picnic tables. Loops B, C and D are nearest the reservoir but have no shade; picnic tables are covered and most have privacy/wind screens. There are no shower facilities at this campground. Natural Features The campground offers scenic panoramic views of the reservoir and surrounding valley. It is situated among rolling sagebrush covered hills above the reservoir. Young pine trees and a stand of aspens forest the area, providing limited shade. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100. Nearby Attractions The Strawberry OHV Trail System offers 75 miles of trails. Hikers and mountain bikers enjoy the extensive trail system as well. Strawberry Visitor Center has interpretive displays, a working fish trap and egg collection station and a nature trail.Charges & Cancellations Change and Cancellation Policies
How to Get There
From Heber City, Utah, take Highway 40 east for 32 miles to Soldier Creek Junction. Turn right and follow south for 2 miles to the campground.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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Moisture-wicking T-shirt
Light color, breathable.
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Lightweight shorts or pants
Quick-dry preferred — sweat dries fast.
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Brimmed sun hat
Better than a cap for back-of-neck protection.
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Trail runners
Breathable mesh uppers.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection
Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to SOLDIER CREEK
Heading to SOLDIER CREEK? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for SOLDIER CREEK?
No central reservation system listed for SOLDIER CREEK. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231931) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to SOLDIER CREEK?
From Heber City, Utah, take Highway 40 east for 32 miles to Soldier Creek Junction. Turn right and follow south for 2 miles to the campground.
How do I contact SOLDIER CREEK?
You can reach the park at phone: HEBER RANGER DISTRICT 435-654-0470 OR UTAH RECREATION COMPANY 385-273-1100 or email: comments@AmericanLL.com.
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