State: Utah
Open: Seasonal
Number of Sites: 48
Elevation: 8300
Free: No
About: Redman Campground is set among shady pines in scenic Big Cottonwood Canyon at an elevation of 8,300 feet. Vivid summer wildflowers are abundant, and autumn leaves put on quite a show. Hiking and mountain biking are popular activities on area trails, including the Donut Falls Trail, which begins nearby. Silver Lake is just up the road, offering fishing and canoeing opportunities.
This campground contains two group sites and numerous single and double-family sites, all with picnic tables and fire rings. Flush toilets, potable water, and garbage service are provided. A campground host is located on-site; firewood is available for purchase. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.
Big Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful area known for its soaring peaks, pristine hidden lakes, and cascading streams. Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails are in the area; rock climbing and fishing are popular activities as well. Solitude Mountain Resort is just up the canyon from the campground, offering scenic chairlift rides, hiking, limited dining options, and a challenging 18-hole disc golf course.
Fees: Single sites – $19.00; Double sites – $38.00 (2011)
Water: Yes
Restrooms: Flush Toilets
Directions: From I-215, take the 6200 South Exit and travel east for 1 mile to Wasatch Blvd. Take Wasatch Blvd 1 mile south to junction with Big Cottonwood Canyon (Highway 190). Make a left at the junction and travel up Big Cottonwood Canyon 14 miles to the campground.