USDA Forest Service · Utah
Tushar Lakeside Campground
USDA Forest Service · Utah, United States
- Sites
- 15
- Max RV length
- 56 ft
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 8,688 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- T-Mobile none · AT&T none · Verizon none (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- TUSHAR C.G. (NFSR 41015) · native material · high clearance vehicles
- Lake
- Fishlake National Forest
- Nearest town
- Beaver
- Address
- PO Box 392, Beaver, Utah, 84713
- Phone
- 435-438-6482
Season dates aren't confirmed for this campground yet - opening and closing dates haven't been verified. Check the operator's page or call ahead before you plan a trip.
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About
Overview
Located within the majestic Tushar Mountain Range, Tushar Lakeside Campground is nestled in a forest of aspen and mixed conifer. This is a popular destination for large youth groups. The lake and small meadow offer ample recreation opportunities to visitors.
This campground is managed by Beaver County, Utah. To check site availability and make reservations, visitors should visit Beaver County’s facility rental website at https://secure.rec1.com/UT/beaver-county-ut/catalog.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities include fishing, hiking, canoeing, sand volleyball and wildlife viewing.
Facilities
Facilities include three large group sites and several individual sites equipped with tables and fire pits. Water and flush toilets are available inside the campground.
Natural Features
Situated at 8,560 feet, Tushar Lakeside Campground offers visitors a chance to escape the heat of the summer and enjoy various outdoor experiences.
Nearby Attractions
Skyline National Recreation Trail for hiking is a short drive away along with the Piute ATV Trail. There is no ATV access from the campground; riders must trailer to the trailhead.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29° | 11° | -6° | 44° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 31° | 13° | -9° | 46° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 37° | 19° | 0° | 68° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 48° | 24° | 11° | 66° | 11 of 11 |
| May | 60° | 36° | 21° | 74° | 7 of 11 |
| June | 75° | 47° | 34° | 87° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 81° | 55° | 45° | 89° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 76° | 53° | 42° | 88° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 71° | 45° | 29° | 78° | 1 of 11 |
| October | 60° | 31° | 15° | 69° | 10 of 10 |
| November | 48° | 23° | -8° | 63° | 10 of 10 |
| December | 32° | 12° | -19° | 52° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
Trails nearby
- SOUTH CREEK (UPPER) TRAILHEAD · 4.0 mi as the crow flies
South Creek 9.8 mi Hike, Road 575 to Big Flat 9.3 mi Hike · Drive there - LEBARON TRAILHEAD · 4.1 mi as the crow flies
Road 575 to Big Flat 9.3 mi Hike · Drive there - JIMMY REED TRAILHEAD · 4.4 mi as the crow flies
Jim Reed to Face 5.0 mi Hike, Box Canyon to Three Creeks 1.8 mi Hike · Drive there - COTTONWOOD TRAILHEAD · 4.4 mi as the crow flies
Wet Hollow - Wades Canyon 23 mi Hike, Trail 3618 0.1 mi Hike, Lt Cottonwood Access Fishing Hike · Drive there - BETENSON FLAT TRAILHEAD · 4.5 mi as the crow flies
Road 575 to Big Flat 9.3 mi Hike · Drive there
All 983 trails in Fishlake National Forest
Trailheads the Park Service and the Forest Service map, within 10 miles as the crow flies; each trail's page has its length, climbing and the Service's description.
Nearby campgrounds
- Kents Lake Campground · USDA Forest Service · 1 mi · 32 sites
- Little Reservoir Campground · USDA Forest Service · 2 mi
- Little Reservoir Campround · USDA Forest Service · 2 mi · 8 sites
- Mahogany Cove Campground · USDA Forest Service · 2 mi · 9 sites
- Anderson Meadow Campground (Fishlake NF, UT) · USDA Forest Service · 3 mi · 10 sites
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