Bridger Lake Campground

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $23.54 per night

Price range: $23.54–$51.6 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (35 reviews)

Season: May through October

Bridger Lake Campground is located next to its namesake on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.This campground contains several single and two double campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Two accessible sites are available, both with cement parking spurs and site pads.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Camp Host, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bridger-lake-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Bridger Lake Campground sits at 9,400 feet on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains with direct lake access for fishing, boating, and water recreation. The area offers extensive trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and ATV use.

Wildlife alert: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, and Mule Deer present in area. Also watch for Canada Jays and Black-billed Magpies.

Insider tips for Bridger Lake Campground: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a boat or small watercraft to access rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing Visit China Meadows Trailhead nearby for extended hiking and horseback riding options

Skip Bridger Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only. You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 29 total sites.

Best time to visit Bridger Lake Campground: May-October — Campground operates May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Marsh Lake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Stateline (Pleasant Grove, UT), China Meadows Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY), China Meadows Trailhead Campground (Pleasant Grove, WY).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bridger Lake Campground

Cell signal at Bridger Lake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Bridger Lake Campground

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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.7 (35 reviews)From $23.54/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Bridger Lake Campground is located next to its namesake on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.This campground contains several single and two double campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. Two accessible sites are available, both with cement parking spurs and site pads.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump StationBoat Launch
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsCamp Host

Straight talk

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Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites; suitable for self-contained RVs only✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal✕ You prefer larger campgrounds — only 29 total sites

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring a boat or small watercraft to access rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing

Visit China Meadows Trailhead nearby for extended hiking and horseback riding options

Best: May-October

Campground operates May through October only

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Moose, Bighorn Sheep, and Mule Deer present in area. Also watch for Canada Jays and Black-billed Magpies.

Location

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From Mountain View, Wyoming, take Highway 410 south for 7 miles, then County Road 283 for 8.2 miles. Turn onto Forest Road 072 and travel 7.9 miles to Forest Road 126. Turn onto FR 126 for a short distance to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Bridger Lake Campground cost per night?+
Bridger Lake Campground costs $23.54–$51.6 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Bridger Lake Campground open?+
Bridger Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bridger Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Bridger Lake Campground?+
Bridger Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 95 feet.
How do I make reservations at Bridger Lake Campground?+
Bridger Lake Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Bridger Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bridger Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bridger Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Bridger Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$23.54 /night★ 4.7 (35)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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