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STILLWATER (UT), UT

part ofUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, US Forest Service
Status: Closed through Thu May 23 2013   Season Dates

Overview

Stillwater Campground is located 32 miles from Evanston, Wyoming, just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,500 feet. The confluence of the Stillwater Fork and Hayden Fork is just outside the campground, providing great fishing opportunities. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.

Natural Features:

The campground is situated along the Stillwater Fork among a thin forest of pine and aspen trees, which provide only limited shade. Summer wildflowers and grasses dot the landscape.

Recreation:

Fly-fishing for cutthroat and brook trout is a very popular activity on both the Stillwater and Hayden Forks. Numerous hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails crisscross this beautiful region.

Facilities:

The campground contains four group sites, three of which accommodate up to 50 people each; the fourth accommodates up to 25 people. These sites are equipped with large picnic tables, campfire circles and parking areas. Single-family sites are also available with picnic tables and campfire rings. A day-use picnic area is located at the end of the campground road.

Vault toilets and trash collection are provided. Firewood is available for purchase for the host. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.

Nearby Attractions:

Mirror Lake Scenic Byway parallels the Lower Provo River as it snakes across a portion of the Uinta Mountains, leading to numerous high alpine lakes and streams, countless trails, breathtaking scenic viewpoints and various campgrounds.

Fishing, canoeing, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding and biking are popular activities. The High Uintas Wilderness can be accessed from several trails along the byway.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Biking
  • Campfire Circles
  • Campfire Rings
  • Drinking Water
  • Fishing
  • Grills
  • Group Camping
  • Hiking
  • Host
  • Hunting
  • Picnic Area
  • Trash Collection
  • Vault Toilets
  • Wildlife Viewing
Know Before You Go
  • This is Stillwater near Evanston, Wyoming, nnot Upper Stillwater near Duchesne, Utah
  • Water is limited as the springs are very unreliable; campers must bring their own water supply
  • A per day, per vehicle fee will be collected on-site for extra vehicles
  • No horses or off-road vehicles allowed in the campground
  • This campground has first-come, first-served sites
  • Campers must have a Recreation Area Pass to enter the area; fees are $6 for 3 days, $12/week or $45/year and are available for purchase at the Evanston, Bear River and Kamas Ranger District Offices
  • Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest


This facility is operated by American Land & Leisure. We appreciate hearing from you. Comment cards are available from campground hosts or online at americanll.com.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
40.83722, -110.83361
40°50'14"N, 110°50'1"W

From Evanston, Wyoming, take Highway 150 south for 32 miles. Stillwater Campground is on the east side of the highway. The picnic area is at the end of the campground road.

From Kamas, Utah, take Center Street east. It becomes Highway 150/Mirror Lake Scenic Byway. Travel about 46 miles. Campground is on the east side of the highway.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

STILLWATER (UT)
WASATCH
UT

Phone Number:

Information: (307)789-3194
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