Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-10114378
When Ledgemere Picnic Area reopens
Ledgemere Picnic Area's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
0
Openings · last 90 days
284
284 openings were recorded here in the last 90 days, but none in the last 30 — the pattern below would describe the past, not this season, so we do not chart it. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Apr 25 – May 3, 2027 · of 14 monitored sites
Of the 126 tracked reservation dates (Apr 25 – May 3, 2027): 126 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
No online availability in the tracked window
None of the 126 reservation dates Campsite Sniper tracks here — which start Apr 25, 2027, not today — are open for online reservation. Earlier dates are outside this snapshot entirely and are not known to be unavailable; check Recreation.gov for those. A free alert tells you if any tracked date opens online.
Load status
Apr 25 – May 3, 2027Not open online100%
Open reservation dates0 / 126
Of the 126 tracked reservation dates (Apr 25 – May 3, 2027): 126 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Open dates by month
Apr 2027 – May 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open reservation dates across the tracked window — these reservation dates are on sites not offered for online reservation.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 14 day-use units| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Apr 25, 2027. That is about 174 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Apr 25, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The reservation dates shown on this page describe Apr 25, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
About Ledgemere Picnic Area
Overview
Ledgemere Day Use Picnic Area is just a couple of miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon, conveniently close to Salt Lake City. Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Visitors enjoy fishing, hiking, and biking.
Recreation
Big Cottonwood Creek is stocked for trout fishing and is a favorite among local fly-fisherman. Additionally, many hiking and mountain biking trailheads are located in the canyon.
Facilities
Ledgemere Picnic Area offers 14 sites, all with tables, campfire rings and grills. Parking spurs and pathways within the area are paved. Flush toilets and non-potable water are provided.
Natural Features
Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Summer wildflowers paint the canyon with vivid color beginning in late July. Autumn leaves put on quite a show in late September.
Nearby Attractions
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 is a popular activity as well. Solitude Mountain Resort is 11.5 miles up-canyon, offering scenic chairlift rides, hiking, a few dining options and a challenging 18-hole disc golf course.
14 monitored unitsDay useFire pitsMax party 8
Getting there
Take exit 301 off I-15. Turn east and travel 6 miles on 7200 South to the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Travel 1.5 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon to picnic area.
Big Cottonwood Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84121385-273-1100
CavingFishingHikingMountain BikingPicnickingRock ClimbingWildlife Viewing
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Ledgemere Picnic Area?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 126 tracked reservation dates open for online reservation at Ledgemere Picnic Area. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Campsite Sniper has also detected 284 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick the unit on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Ledgemere Picnic Area?
Campsite Sniper detected 284 site-date openings here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
When is the next open date at Ledgemere Picnic Area?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Ledgemere Picnic Area begins Apr 25, 2027 — about 174 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Apr 25, 2027.
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