Lilly Lake Campground

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $28.06 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (36 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lilly Lake Campground located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Lost Lake at an elevation of 10,000 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty. The campground is situated near 3 lakes (Lilly Lake, Lost Lake and Teapot Lake).

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

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

Beautiful alpine lake setting at 10,000 feet elevation on the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway with access to three lakes (Lilly Lake, Lost Lake, and Teapot Lake) and abundant hiking, fishing, and canoeing opportunities in the Uinta Mountains. Google reviewers praise the scenic beauty, clean facilities, and fishing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, wapiti (elk), yellow-bellied marmots, uinta chipmunks, and birds including boreal owls and American three-toed woodpeckers present in the area.

Insider tips for Lilly Lake Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Small boat launch area available for inflatables and small boats despite marshy shoreline. Pick up trash on your walk around the lake to help maintain the clean campground.

Skip Lilly Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only.. You want guaranteed stable weather—prepare for variable conditions including sun, rain, hail, and snow..

Best time to visit Lilly Lake Campground: May-October — Campground seasonal operations May through October only.. Memorial Day weekend and later — Google reviewers report variable weather (warm sun, rain, hail, snow, cold nights) in late May; later summer typically more stable..

Nearby campgrounds: Lost Creek Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Trial Lake Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Washington Lake (Pleasant Grove, UT), Moosehorn (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lilly Lake Campground

Cell signal at Lilly 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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Lilly Lake Campground

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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4 (36 reviews)From $28.06/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lilly Lake Campground located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Lost Lake at an elevation of 10,000 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty. The campground is situated near 3 lakes (Lilly Lake, Lost Lake and Teapot Lake).

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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 RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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—no hookups available and only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You want guaranteed stable weather—prepare for variable conditions including sun, rain, hail, and snow.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand.

Small boat launch area available for inflatables and small boats despite marshy shoreline.

Pick up trash on your walk around the lake to help maintain the clean campground.

Best: May-October

Campground seasonal operations May through October only.

Best: Memorial Day weekend and later

Google reviewers report variable weather (warm sun, rain, hail, snow, cold nights) in late May; later summer typically more stable.

Things to do nearby

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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 goats, wapiti (elk), yellow-bellied marmots, uinta chipmunks, and birds including boreal owls and American three-toed woodpeckers present in the area.

Location

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385-273-1100· Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Getting there →

In Kamas, UT, at the intersection of State Rt. 32 (Main St.) and State Rt. 150 (Center St.), take Rt. 150 (Mirror Lake Scenic Byway) east 27 miles to the campground sign. Turn left into the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

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.
  • 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 Lilly Lake Campground cost per night?+
Lilly Lake Campground costs $28.06 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lilly Lake Campground open?+
Lilly Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lilly Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lilly Lake Campground?+
Lilly Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lilly Lake Campground?+
Lilly 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 Lilly Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lilly Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lilly Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Lilly Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

Utah Recreation CompanyPrint Facility MapUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
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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
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
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
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
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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$28.06 /night★ 4 (36)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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