Trial Lake Campground

Trial Lake Campground
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Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

57 total sites · $53.55 avg/night

RV Sites

54 sites · $27-$55 range

$53.44/night

average

Tent Sites

3 sites

$55.50/night

average

About Trial Lake Campground

Trial Lake Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of Trial Lake at an elevation of 9,500 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty.

Number of accommodations: 57

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Sep 9 to Sep 13

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

57 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 002, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 003, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 004, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$27.75
/ per night
🚐 005, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 006, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 007, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 008, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 009, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 010, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
012, Loop: TRIA Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 013, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$27.75
/ per night
🚐 014, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 015, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 016, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 017, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 018, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 019, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 020, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 021, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 022, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 025, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 026, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
028, Loop: TRIA Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 029, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 030, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 031, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 032, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 033, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 034, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 035, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 036, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 037, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 038, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 039, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 040, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 041, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 042, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 043, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 044, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 045, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 046, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 047, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 048, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$27.75
/ per night
🚐 049, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 050, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 051, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 052, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 053, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 054, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 055, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 056, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 057, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 058, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
🚐 059, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$27.75
/ per night
🚐 060, Loop: TRIA RV
No Hookups
$55.50
/ per night
23/24, Loop: TRIA Tent
16 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$55.50
/ per night

Reviews (411)

What Guests Are Saying

Trial Lake Campground offers stunning views of the lake and a peaceful atmosphere, making it a great spot for fishing, hiking, and relaxing. While some sites have maintenance issues and the lack of potable water is a concern, the campground remains clean, well-maintained, and features friendly hosts. Overall, visitors appreciate the natural beauty and tranquility of the area, despite minor inconveniences.

Review Summary

4.3
411 reviews
5
58.6%
241
4
23.4%
96
3
10.0%
41
2
4.9%
20
1
3.2%
13

Yuanhang Z

Verified

August 6, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: TRIA

5

Perfect for tent camping. Site 31 has a fire pit and picnic table. Host was attentive and kind. Firewood can be purchased for $9 via cash or check. This spot is further away from the lake, but ultimately paid off as it was also more secluded from noise and nighttime activity. Facilities are also well-maintained with trash disposals within easy walking distance throughout the campgrounds.

Trial Lake is very popular among families, so expect lots of children, dogs, paddle boarders, fishermen, etc.

For birders interested in the site, I had great views of the following species sitting still for 45 minutes at the picnic table: American Three-toed Woodpecker, Clark's Nutcracker, Northern Flicker, Dark-eyed Junco, White-crowned Sparrow, Chipping Sparrow, American Robin.

Other birds of interest heard from this site: Red-naped Sapsucker, Brown Creeper, and Ruby-crowned Kinglet.

We will definitely be back!

Yuanhang Z

Verified

August 6, 2025 Stayed at: 031, Loop: TRIA

5

Perfect for tent camping. Site 31 has a fire pit and picnic table. Host was attentive and kind. Firewood can be purchased for $9 via cash or check. This spot is further away from the lake, but ultimately paid off as it was also more secluded from noise and nighttime activity. Facilities are also well-maintained with trash disposals within easy walking distance throughout the campgrounds.

Trial Lake is very popular among families, so expect lots of children, dogs, paddle boarders, fishermen, etc.

For birders interested in the site, I had great views of the following species sitting still for 45 minutes at the picnic table: American Three-toed Woodpecker, Clark's Nutcracker, Northern Flicker, Dark-eyed Junco, White-crowned Sparrow, Chipping Sparrow, American Robin.

Other birds of interest heard from this site: Red-naped Sapsucker, Brown Creeper, and Ruby-crowned Kinglet.

We will definitely be back!

Frederick L

Verified

August 4, 2025 Stayed at: 029, Loop: TRIA

5

This is my first time camping in the Uinta mountains. I absolutely loved the scenery and the camping space. It was very quiet and relaxing. The only thing I would think of is that on site 29 at trial lake, you can’t back your trailer in as it faces toward the oncoming lane. I had to take my trailer off and push it into the space due to not enough room. Overall, though it is amazing.

Frederick L

Verified

August 4, 2025 Stayed at: 029, Loop: TRIA

5

This is my first time camping in the Uinta mountains. I absolutely loved the scenery and the camping space. It was very quiet and relaxing. The only thing I would think of is that on site 29 at trial lake, you can’t back your trailer in as it faces toward the oncoming lane. I had to take my trailer off and push it into the space due to not enough room. Overall, though it is amazing.

Frederick L

Verified

August 4, 2025 Stayed at: 029, Loop: TRIA

5

This is my first time camping in the Uinta mountains. I absolutely loved the scenery and the camping space. It was very quiet and relaxing. The only thing I would think of is that on site 29 at trial lake, you can’t back your trailer in as it faces toward the oncoming lane. I had to take my trailer off and push it into the space due to not enough room. Overall, though it is amazing.

Tyler O

Verified

August 3, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: TRIA

4

Amazing Campground in a gorgeous area. No cell service (which I love) and an easy walk to the lake. Only complaint is that our sites were advertised that they could fit a trailer (19 and 20). While we did get the trailer in, these two sites (along with several others) aren't angled the right way for you to be able to back in if you go around the loop the wrong way. I ended up backing up my trailer the 175 yards of the road to site #20, which was an adventure.

Cool place, but several sites should be advertised as trailer friendly if you can't back in to them if you go around the loop the right way.

Tyler O

Verified

August 3, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: TRIA

4

Amazing Campground in a gorgeous area. No cell service (which I love) and an easy walk to the lake. Only complaint is that our sites were advertised that they could fit a trailer (19 and 20). While we did get the trailer in, these two sites (along with several others) aren't angled the right way for you to be able to back in if you go around the loop the wrong way. I ended up backing up my trailer the 175 yards of the road to site #20, which was an adventure.

Cool place, but several sites should be advertised as trailer friendly if you can't back in to them if you go around the loop the right way.

Tyler O

Verified

August 3, 2025 Stayed at: 019, Loop: TRIA

4

Amazing Campground in a gorgeous area. No cell service (which I love) and an easy walk to the lake. Only complaint is that our sites were advertised that they could fit a trailer (19 and 20). While we did get the trailer in, these two sites (along with several others) aren't angled the right way for you to be able to back in if you go around the loop the wrong way. I ended up backing up my trailer the 175 yards of the road to site #20, which was an adventure.

Cool place, but several sites should be advertised as trailer friendly if you can't back in to them if you go around the loop the right way.

Ben T

Verified

July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 047, Loop: TRIA

5

Site 47 was amazing. On the edge of the campground so extra quite and secluded. Parking is a double wide and extra deep so more than enough space for two vehicles and then some. Extra large picnic table too! Plenty of space to pitch tents. Would reccommend this site if you have 2 families sharing the campsite. We had a great time.

Ben T

Verified

July 10, 2025 Stayed at: 047, Loop: TRIA

5

Site 47 was amazing. On the edge of the campground so extra quite and secluded. Parking is a double wide and extra deep so more than enough space for two vehicles and then some. Extra large picnic table too! Plenty of space to pitch tents. Would reccommend this site if you have 2 families sharing the campsite. We had a great time.

Location Trial Lake Campground

Address:
Wasatch Cache National Forest
Kamas, UT, 84036
United States

Highway access

Trial Lake Campground is accessible via Utah State Route 35, which is approximately 12 miles to the south. The nearest major highway is US Route 40, located about 18 miles to the south.

Elevation: 3016 feet

Distance to downtown

26 mi drive to downtown Kamas (about 39 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 6, 2026

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