Renegade Campground

State: Utah

Open: Seasonal

Number of Sites: 61

Elevation: 7700

Free: No

Reservations: Yes - Check Recreation.gov for information

About: Renegade Campground is located adjacent to Strawberry Reservoir at an elevation is 7,700 feet, and is set in rolling sage brush-covered hills. A nice stand of aspens is nearby, but offers no shade to any of the campsites.

Renegade Day Use area is across the road, less than 1/4 mile from campground, and has plentiful beach/shoreline access, a boat ramp, marina, small general store, fishing supplies, and basic RV repair. Popular activities in the immediate area include boating, canoeing, water skiing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and fishing for Rainbow trout, Cutthroat trout, and Kokanee salmon. The Strawberry Narrows Trail is great for hiking and biking, with beautiful views of the reservoir, and begins at the Renegade marina. Nearby, 75 miles of trails run through the Strawberry OHV Trail System, and numerous, extensive mountain biking trails are in the area. Strawberry Visitor Center has interpretive displays, a working fish trap and egg collection station, and a nature trail.

The campground has running water and flush toilets, and excellent views of the reservoir, but no shade, electricity, or telephones.

Fees: Single sites – $17/day, double sites – $34/day (2011)

Water: Drinking Water

Restrooms: Flush Toilets

Closest Town: Heber City

Directions: From Heber City, Utah, take Highway 40 east for 28 miles to Strawberry Bay junction. Turn right and travel 12 miles to campground.