TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND campground
Kamas, Utah

TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND

Mostly first-come
61 campsites
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61

Total Campsites

Campground

Reservable Sites

Mostly first-come

Accessible

ADA-compliant sites

Organization

Managing agency

Overview

About TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND

Overview Trial Lake Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Trial Lake at an elevation of 9,500 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty. Recreation Trial Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow trout. Popular trailheads for Crystal Lake and Bald Mountain are located a mile away at Washington Lake Campground. Numerous additional hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails crisscross this beautiful region. Facilities Trial Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow trout. Popular trailheads for Crystal Lake and Bald Mountain are located a mile away at Washington Lake Campground. Numerous additional hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails crisscross this beautiful region. Natural Features A dense forest of Engelmann spruce and white fir covers the shores of the lake, providing ample shade in the campground. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Summer temperatures range from 65-75 degrees during the day to 40-50 degrees at night. contact_info For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100. Nearby Attractions Mirror Lake Scenic Byway parallels the Lower Provo River as it snakes across a portion of the Uinta Mountains, leading to numerous high alpine lakes and streams, countless trails, breathtaking scenic viewpoints and various campgrounds. The High Uintas Wilderness can be accessed from several trails along the byway. Charges & Cancellations Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation. Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late Cancellations Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival. Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply. Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee. Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge. No-Shows Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date. If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees. Refunds Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure. Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location. Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card. Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy. Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure. Recreation.gov Billing Information Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777." Changes to Policies and Procedures Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.

  • 61 total campsites listed.
  • Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
  • Most common site type: unknown (61).
  • Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
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Our Take

What makes TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND special

Sitting at a breathtaking 9,500 feet along the famed Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, Trial Lake Campground is a high-country gem in the western Uinta Mountains. The 61 sites are tucked among stands of Engelmann spruce and subalpine fir, many of them just steps from the glassy shores of Trial Lake itself. Brook trout dimple the surface in the early morning light, making this a favorite destination for fly anglers and families dangling worms from the dock alike. The surrounding terrain is a mosaic of alpine meadows, granite outcrops, and wildflower-filled clearings that erupt with color from mid-July through August. Day hikes lead to neighboring lakes and ridgelines with panoramic views of the Uinta crest, while more ambitious treks connect to the vast High Uintas Wilderness. At this elevation the air is cool and thin, mornings may carry a light frost even in July, and afternoon thunderstorms roll in with theatrical grandeur before clearing to reveal luminous evening skies. Trial Lake is the kind of campground that reminds you why you fell in love with the outdoors in the first place, a place where the pace slows down and the mountains do most of the talking.

Campsite Inventory

61 sites to choose from

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61total sites

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Reservable

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Amenities & Details

Everything you need to know

Campfire Allowed

Yes

Site capacity

Double, Single

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM

Condition Rating

Basic

Driveway entry

Back-In, Parallel, Pull-Through

Driveway surface

Paved

Fire Pit

Yes

Max guests

16, 8

Max vehicle length (ft)

15, 16, 18, 20

Minimum guests

Yes

Pets allowed

Yes

Picnic Table

Yes

Shade

Yes

Site length (ft)

24, 26, 27, 28

Water Hookup

No

Reservations & Contact

Plan your stay

Mostly first-come

Phone

KAMAS RANGER DISTRICT 435-783-4338 OR UTAH RECREATION COMPANY 385-273-1100

Email

comments@AmericanLL.com

Getting There

From Salt Lake City, Utah, take I-80 east for approximately 30 miles to Exit 146 for Highway 40 toward Park City/Heber City/Vernal. Take Exit 4 onto Highway 248 toward Kamas. Take left onto UT 32 then right onto Highway 150 (Mirror Lake Scenic Byway). Go 25 miles to campground. From Salt Lake City, Utah, take I-80 east for approximately 30 miles to Exit 146 for Highway 40. Go south on Highway 40 for approximately 13 miles and take left onto UT Highway 32. Stay on UT-32 for 16 miles (there will be a 4-way stop in Francis.) Take right onto Highway 150 (Mirror Lake Scenic Byway) in Kamas. Go 25 miles to campground.  From Provo, Utah, take Highway 189 thru Provo Canyon to Heber City. At the junction with Highway 40 in Heber, turn left and stay on Highway 189 thru town. At the north end of Heber, turn right onto UT Highway 32. Stay on UT-32 for 16 miles (there will be a 4-way stop in Francis.) Take right onto Highway 150 (Mirror Lake Scenic Byway) in Kamas. Go 25 miles to campground.

FAQ

Common questions

Everything you need to know before your trip to TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND.

How do reservations work for TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND?

Reservation availability for TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.

What campsite types are available at TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND?

TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (61).

Where is TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND located?

TRIAL LAKE CAMPGROUND is in Utah near Kamas. Coordinates: 40.6817, -110.9481.

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