Freeway noise from I-15 carries across this lakeside campground throughout the night, making it less suitable for light sleepers even with ear protection. South Marina Campground sits within Willard Bay State Park on the shores of a freshwater reservoir, offering full hookups for RVs up to 40 feet and accommodating tent campers on grassy areas behind paved parking spots.
The layout resembles a large parking lot where campers park in designated spaces with picnic tables positioned on grass behind each site. "Wild life is abundant here, birds, raccoons, deer," notes Laura K., though several reviewers mention problems with bees and wasps around electrical hookups during summer months. Standing water in the area creates heavy mosquito populations that require strong repellent for outdoor activities.
Swimming access to the freshwater lake provides relief from summer heat, and campers can view mountains to the east across the water. The campground operates seasonally from early April through late September, with reservations available through the state park system. Sites offer minimal separation between neighbors, and trash accumulation has been noted by multiple visitors. For different camping options in the region, places to camp around Farr West provide alternatives away from highway noise.
Description
Willard Bay is a freshwater reservoir located 12 miles northwest of Ogden on the flood plains of the Great Salt Lake. An earthfilled dike and natural shoreline make up the 20-mile enclosures. The dike is officially named the Arthur V. Watkins Dam, for a former U.S. Senator from Utah who was essential in getting the Weber Basin Project passed through congress in 1949. The area had a need for a reservoir to store surplus water from the Ogden and Weber rivers that could later be pumped out and used on farmlands.
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Park gates are closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily.
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Be aware that Willard Bay is a shallow lake with fluctuating water levels, and weather conditions change rapidly creating extreme lake conditions. For boating conditions contact the park.
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The park is frequently sprayed for mosquito abatement during the summer. Dates of spraying are posted at the park entrance.
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The extra vehicle fee applies and can be paid at the entrance gate.
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For all Single Sites first vehicle included in reservation and all others will need to pay extra vehicle fee at the entrance gate.
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For double sites a reservation covers first two vehicles and all others will need to pay extra vehicle fee at the entrance gate.
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Dayuse group sites, dayuse only. Fee pays for exclusive use of pavilion, per vehicle fee still applies and is paid at the entrance gate at the park
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
By a vehicle having a camper or RV, that means it is a camping unit, not an extra vehicle.
All campsites and yurts are available for reservation on a four-month rolling basis. For example, on January 10 individual sites are available for reservation through May 10. You can book a maximum of 13 days beyond the last date of the reservation window. For more information please contact our Reservation Call Center at 800-322-3770 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Mountain Time) Monday through Friday. The call center is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
All Reservations that extend beyond The Furthest Arrival Date Must Wait 21 Days Before Changes Can Be Made
Visit stateparks.utah.gov to learn current conditions, fire restrictions, and other important information for each individual state park. Refunds are not given for changing park conditions such as changing water levels or fire bans.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSouth Marina Campground — Willard Bay State Park is located in Utah
Directions
The North Marina is located 15 miles north of Ogden on Interstate 15. From Interstate 15, take the Willard City Exit 357. Turn west onto State Road 315, drive under the overpass and turn left at the Willard Bay State Park sign. The South Marina is located eight miles north of Ogden City. Exit 351 from I-15.
Address
900 WEST 650 NORTH #A
Willard, UT 84340-9999
Coordinates
41.35239845 N
112.07564897 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/10/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/3/26
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 3/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 8 min from Ogden, UT
- 35 min from Logan, UT
- 36 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 1 hr 14 min from Provo, UT
