Kents Lake Campground

Fishlake National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Glenwood, UT, UT

Price: From $25 per night

Price range: $25–$75 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (62 reviews)

Season: May through October

Kents Lake Campground has 28 single family campsites and two multiple family campsites. It is situated in a beautiful forested setting at an elevation of 8,800 feet. The campground is located adjacent to Kents Lake, which is approximately 50 acres in size and suitable for small fishing boats and canoes.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Dump Station, Fishing

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

Beautiful forested setting at 8,800 feet elevation adjacent to 50-acre Kents Lake, stocked with brown, brook, and rainbow trout. Campers consistently praise low biting insects, clean facilities, abundant wildlife viewing, and peaceful atmosphere.

Wildlife alert: Mountain lions present in area; also mule deer, beavers, golden-mantled ground squirrels, and various bird species including Western Tanagers and MacGillivray's Warblers.

Insider tips for Kents Lake Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with only 32 sites and high demand Bring self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites Fish from shore or small non-motorized boats for trout Low insect population reported by recent campers

Skip Kents Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups. You plan to visit November through April (seasonal closure). You want guaranteed solitude—this is a popular destination.

Best time to visit Kents Lake Campground: May-June — Campground opens May and late May visits reported pleasant weather with low biting insects. September-October — Campground operates through October; avoids extreme heat affecting rest of state.

Nearby campgrounds: Anderson Meadow Campground (Fishlake Nf, Ut) (Glenwood, UT), Little Reservoir Campround (Glenwood, UT), Mahogany Cove Campground (Glenwood, UT), Ponderosa Picnic Area (Glenwood, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Kents Lake Campground

Cell signal at Kents Lake Campground (Glenwood, 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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Glenwood, UT, UT★ 4.2 (62 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Kents Lake Campground has 28 single family campsites and two multiple family campsites. It is situated in a beautiful forested setting at an elevation of 8,800 feet. The campground is located adjacent to Kents Lake, which is approximately 50 acres in size and suitable for small fishing boats and canoes.

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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 sites2 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesDump Station
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

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✕ You plan to visit November through April (seasonal closure)✕ You want guaranteed solitude—this is a popular destination

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 32 sites and high demand

Bring self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites

Fish from shore or small non-motorized boats for trout

Low insect population reported by recent campers

Best: May-June

Campground opens May and late May visits reported pleasant weather with low biting insects

Best: September-October

Campground operates through October; avoids extreme heat affecting rest of state

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: Mountain lions present in area; also mule deer, beavers, golden-mantled ground squirrels, and various bird species including Western Tanagers and MacGillivray's Warblers.

Location

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435-438-2436· Fishlake National Forest
Getting there →

Travel east of Beaver approximately 10 miles on SR 153, then turn right on to Forest Road 137 for about 5 miles.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Fishlake National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Fishlake National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Kents Lake Campground cost per night?+
Kents Lake Campground costs $25–$75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Kents Lake Campground open?+
Kents Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Kents Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Kents Lake Campground?+
Kents Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Kents Lake Campground?+
Kents 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 Kents Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Kents Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Kents Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Kents Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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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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$25 /night★ 4.2 (62)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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