Washington Lake

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

Location: Pleasant Grove, UT, UT

Price: From $27.75 per night

Price range: $27.75–$55.5 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (136 reviews)

Season: May through October

Washington Lake Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Washington 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.Washington Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow, brook, cutthroat, tiger and albino trout. The popular Crystal Lake Trail begins within the site.

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/washington-lake to be notified when sites open up.

Washington Lake Campground sits at 10,000 feet on the shores of Washington Lake along the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway in the Uinta Mountains, offering excellent recreation including fishing, hiking, biking, and water activities. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a clean, well-maintained campground with strong 4.7/5 rating from 160 reviews.

Wildlife alert: Mountain goats, wapiti (elk), yellow-bellied marmots, uinta chipmunks, and osprey are documented in the area. American three-toed woodpeckers and pine grosbeaks also present.

Insider tips for Washington Lake: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with 44 sites Vault toilets are exceptionally clean and well-maintained per camper reports Site 6 offers lake access but note proximity to 100-car parking lot uphill Crystal Lake Trail trailhead begins within the campground

Skip Washington Lake if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only. You visit outside peak season without confirming availability.

Best time to visit Washington Lake: September — Fall foliage and comfortable camping conditions verified in reviews. May-October — Official operating season.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Washington Lake

Cell signal at Washington Lake (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★ 4.6 (136 reviews)From $27.75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Washington Lake Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Washington 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.Washington Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow, brook, cutthroat, tiger and albino trout. The popular Crystal Lake Trail begins within the site.

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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 RV105 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites5 sites
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 — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only✕ You visit outside peak season without confirming availability

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with 44 sites

Vault toilets are exceptionally clean and well-maintained per camper reports

Site 6 offers lake access but note proximity to 100-car parking lot uphill

Crystal Lake Trail trailhead begins within the campground

Best: September

Fall foliage and comfortable camping conditions verified in reviews

Best: May-October

Official operating season

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 goats, wapiti (elk), yellow-bellied marmots, uinta chipmunks, and osprey are documented in the area. American three-toed woodpeckers and pine grosbeaks also present.

Location

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From Kamas, Utah, go east for 23.6 miles on UT-150 E to Forest Road 041. Watch for "Wash Lake" sign on the north side of the road. Go north on FR041 approximately a half-mile 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 Washington Lake cost per night?+
Washington Lake costs $27.75–$55.5 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Washington Lake open?+
Washington Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Washington Lake have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Washington Lake?+
Washington Lake can accommodate RVs up to 105 feet.
How do I make reservations at Washington Lake?+
Washington Lake 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 Washington Lake?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Washington Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Washington Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
Washington Lake 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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$27.75 /night★ 4.6 (136)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Trial Lake Campground

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Lilly Lake Campground

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From $28.06/night

Lost Creek Campground

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From $28.06/night

Moosehorn

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From $28.27/night

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