Moosehorn

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $28.27 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (36 reviews)

Season: May through October

Moosehorn Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Moosehorn Lake at an elevation of 10,400 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.The campground contains several single-family sites, all with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Some sites have nice lake views.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Moosehorn Campground sits at 10,400 feet on the shores of Moosehorn Lake along the scenic Mirror Lake Byway, offering stunning alpine scenery and excellent fishing for rainbow trout. Campers consistently praise the clean facilities, attentive camp host Marc, and the balance of accessibility without feeling crowded.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, wapiti (elk), yellow-bellied marmots, osprey, and boreal owls inhabit the area. Uinta chipmunks and golden-mantled ground squirrels are common.

Insider tips for Moosehorn: Book early—this is a popular federal campground that fills up, especially holiday weeks and weekends Bring a self-contained RV or tent; no hookups available Lake is limited to non-motorized watercraft (canoeing, kayaking, fishing only)

Skip Moosehorn if: You need RV hookups. You plan to visit November through April (campground closed seasonally). You require motorized boating.

Best time to visit Moosehorn: July-September — Peak season within the May-October operating window; campground fills quickly on weekends but maintains spacious feel per camper reviews.

Nearby campgrounds: Mirror Lake Guard Station (Kamas, UT), Mirror Lake (Pleasant Grove, UT), Butterfly Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Lost Creek Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Moosehorn

Cell signal at Moosehorn (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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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 4.1 (36 reviews)From $28.27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Moosehorn Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Moosehorn Lake at an elevation of 10,400 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.The campground contains several single-family sites, all with picnic tables and campfire rings with grills. Some sites have nice lake views.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsCamp Host
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFirewood for Sale

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 (campground closed seasonally)✕ You require motorized boating

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground that fills up, especially holiday weeks and weekends

Bring a self-contained RV or tent; no hookups available

Lake is limited to non-motorized watercraft (canoeing, kayaking, fishing only)

Best: July-September

Peak season within the May-October operating window; campground fills quickly on weekends but maintains spacious feel per camper reviews

Things to do nearby

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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: Mountain goats, wapiti (elk), yellow-bellied marmots, osprey, and boreal owls inhabit the area. Uinta chipmunks and golden-mantled ground squirrels are common.

Location

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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 31 miles to campground. or 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 wil

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Moosehorn cost per night?+
Moosehorn costs $28.27 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Moosehorn open?+
Moosehorn is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Moosehorn have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Moosehorn?+
Moosehorn can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Moosehorn?+
Moosehorn 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 Moosehorn?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Moosehorn is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Moosehorn open, and what are check-in times?+
Moosehorn is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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$28.27 /night★ 4.1 (36)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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