Washington Lake

WASHINGTON LAKE

Part of Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Overview

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.

Facilities

This campground contains five accessible group sites, four of which accommodate up to 50 people each; the fifth accommodates up to 100 people. Sites are equipped with picnic and serving tables, campfire circles, grills, concrete site pads, limited tent pads and limited parking.

Several single and double-family sites are available, all with picnic and utility tables, campfire rings and concrete site pads. Some have tent pads. The lake is not visible from the group sites, but most single and double sites have nice lake views.

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

Natural Features

A forest of pines covers the shores of the lake, providing limited shade in the campground. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Summer temperatures range from 50-85 degrees.

Recreation

Washington Lake offers canoeing, kayaking and fishing for rainbow, brook, cutthroat, tiger and albino trout.

The popular Crystal Lake Trail begins within the site. Numerous additional hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding trails crisscross this beautiful region.

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.

The High Uintas Wilderness can be accessed from several trails along the byway.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.

Important Notices

  • This Campground is in Bear Country

    Store food and trash securely to avoid attracting wildlife

    -Failure to comply may result in fines up to $5,000, removal from your site and/or imprisonment

    A fed bear is a dead bear

  • Dogs or Domestic Pets

    Owners must

    -Control dogs by a leash not to exceed six feet (6’) at all times

    -Clean up dog feces immediately

    -Limit two dogs per site

    Do not allow dogs to

    -Threaten or attack people/animals

    -Interfere with people, vehicles, or property

    -Cause damage to vegetation, habitat, or harass wildlife

  • Campground Etiquette and Rules

    Gates open at 7am, Gates close at 10pm

    Quiet Hours are 10pm-6am No generators after 10pm

    Camping is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of site

    Max occupancy is 8 people per single site

    Reserved sites will be held until 12pm on the day following your scheduled arrival date

    Horses/Off-road vehicles/motorized boats are prohibited

    Leave No Trace

     -Put all trash in dumpsters, if provided, or properly stored in your vehicle or bear box

     -Remove all personal property and trash when leaving

     -Unclean sites will be reported to the District Ranger LEO

     -Leaving food/trash in an unoccupied site may result in a $5,000 fine

    This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; bring trash bags

    Cleaning fish, animals, or bathing where drinking water is supplied is strictly prohibited

    Fireworks/discharging of firearms or other explosives are prohibited in the campground is not allowed

    No boisterous behavior. Keep noise at a reasonable level

    No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds and facilities

    Max Vehicle Length includes tow vehicle

  • There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends; 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends

  • If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required

  • There is no water available on site; bring all water needed for your stay including drinking water

  • Trailers/Campers and RVs: Come with your RV/trailer water tank filled. Hooking up to spigots or the power in the restrooms, even for medical devices is strictly prohibited

  • First Come First Served (FF) sites

    Opening date depends on snow conditions

    For reservable sites, reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance

    You must claim a FF site in person on the day you wish to check-in

    A site listed as FF does not guarantee availability, Recreation.gov does not update FF occupancy

    The only way to know if an FF site is available is to arrive at the campground on the day you plan to check-in

    Availability cannot be predicted

    Many sites are in remote locations, we cannot contact camp hosts about availability

    Recommended arrival times vary by day. Weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly

    To claim an FF site, you must be present, occupy the site, and pay at that time

  • Extra Vehicle -$10 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check), parking is very limited, extra vehicles are not recommended

    Firewood -$9

  • Please understand that camping is an outdoor experience; we do not give refunds for weather or natural conditions

    Cancellations within 24 hours prior to arrival date will forfeit the entire use fee and a $10 cancellation fee

    No-shows, early departures, or cancellations after the arrival date are not entitled to a refund

    Failure to arrive by 12pm the day after your scheduled arrival and don't cancel, you'll be charged a $20 service fee and forfeit the first-night fee

  • For more info on visiting Bear Country visit

    wildawareutah.org

    wildlife.utah.gov

    For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules

  • Click herefor more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

    For more info, call Kamas Ranger District at 435-783-4338 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100

    Visit our website gocamputah.comor Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah

    To reserve a site call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777

  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in national forests by obtaining firewood within 10 miles of your destination and burning it on-site. For more info click here 

  • Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party

Available Activities

  • Hiking - Hiking
  • Fishing - Fishing
  • Camping - Camping
  • Biking - Biking
  • Water Activities - Water Activities
  • Backpacking - Backpacking
  • Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing

Directions

<ul> <li>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.</li> </ul>

Cancellation Policy

<p><strong>Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees</strong></p> <ul> <li>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.</li> <li>Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.</li> <li>You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Late Cancellations</strong></p> <ul> <li>Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.</li> <li>Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.</li> <li>Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</li> <li>Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.</li> <li>Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.</li> </ul> <p><strong>No-Shows</strong></p> <ul> <li>Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.</li> <li>If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Refunds</strong></p> <ul> <li>Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.</li> <li>Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.</li> <li>Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.</li> <li>Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.</li> <li>Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Recreation.gov Billing Information</strong></p> <ul> <li>Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777."</li> </ul> <p><strong>Changes to Policies and Procedures</strong></p> <ul> <li>Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.</li> </ul>

Contact Information

Phone: KAMAS RANGER DISTRICT 435-783-4338 OR UTAH RECREATION COMPANY 385-273-1100

564 W 700 S
Ste.305, Box #5
Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Wasatch Cache National Forest
FR038
Kamas, UT 84036

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