Sunrise Campground

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $27 per night

Price range: $27–$118 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (60 reviews)

Season: May through October

Sunrise Campground is close to Bear Lake Summit, just 6 miles west of Garden City and Bear Lake, Utah, at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Visitors to the Bear Lake area are treated to a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, water skiing, hiking and scenic driving.Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah/Idaho border and is just 6 miles from the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hikin

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

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

Sunrise Campground offers excellent access to Bear Lake recreation and the scenic Limber Pine Trail, with campers praising its peaceful atmosphere, shaded Aspen groves, and responsive on-site hosts.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Mule Deer, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, and Wandering Garter Snakes present in the area.

Insider tips for Sunrise Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 26 sites. Limber Pine Trail trailhead is less than a half-mile away; perfect for families. Bear Lake is only 6 miles away for boating and water sports. Bring self-contained RV setup; no hookups available at most sites.

Skip Sunrise Campground if: You need RV hookups — none available.. You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal.. You require full-service amenities — only vault toilets and drinking water provided..

Best time to visit Sunrise Campground: May-October — Official operating season as verified by campground data..

Nearby campgrounds: Red Banks Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Lewis M. Turner Campground (Ut) (Pleasant Grove, UT), Tony Grove Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT), Tony Grove Day Use (Pleasant Grove, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Sunrise Campground

Cell signal at Sunrise Campground (Pleasant Grove, UT): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

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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Sunrise Campground

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Pleasant Grove, UT, UT★ 3.9 (60 reviews)From $27/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Sunrise Campground is close to Bear Lake Summit, just 6 miles west of Garden City and Bear Lake, Utah, at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Visitors to the Bear Lake area are treated to a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, water skiing, hiking and scenic driving.Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah/Idaho border and is just 6 miles from the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding opportunities.

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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 RV36 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
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 — none available.✕ You plan to visit outside May-October — campground is seasonal.✕ You require full-service amenities — only vault toilets and drinking water provided.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 26 sites.

Limber Pine Trail trailhead is less than a half-mile away; perfect for families.

Bear Lake is only 6 miles away for boating and water sports.

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

Best: May-October

Official operating season as verified by campground data.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Bald Eagles, Mule Deer, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, and Wandering Garter Snakes present in the area.

Location

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From Logan, Utah, take Highway 89 east for 31 miles, then turn south onto FR102. Follow for .6 miles to campground. Sunrise is one mile west of Bear Lake Summit and 6 miles west of Garden City, Utah.

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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.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Sunrise Campground cost per night?+
Sunrise Campground costs $27–$118 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Sunrise Campground open?+
Sunrise Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Sunrise Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Sunrise Campground?+
Sunrise Campground can accommodate RVs up to 36 feet.
How do I make reservations at Sunrise Campground?+
Sunrise 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 Sunrise Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Sunrise Campground is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Sunrise Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Sunrise Campground 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
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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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$27 /night★ 3.9 (60)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Red Banks Campground

Pleasant Grove, UT

From $24.27/night

Lewis M. Turner Campground (Ut)

Pleasant Grove, UT

From $23.99/night

Tony Grove Campground

Pleasant Grove, UT

From $26.06/night

Tony Grove Day Use

Pleasant Grove, UT

From $14.06/night

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