Washington Lake Campground

Kamas, UT

4.7(162 reviews)

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About this campground

Washington Lake Campground near Kamas, UT. 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. This is an unpaved campground with no hook-ups. Popular local recreation activities include lake fishing and hiking.

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.

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.

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.

What campers say

Washington Lake Campground sits in the Uintas and is consistently described as scenic and well maintained. Sites are spacious and paved, with several accommodating large RVs and a double option for groups; a separate group site offers grills and tables. The lake and nearby trails make it a strong base for hiking, biking, fishing, and kayaking, though water levels can be low and catches are not guaranteed. Facilities are basic—pit toilets kept tidy and no potable water onsite—so plan ahead. Expect cool nights and occasional mosquitoes in wet areas. Hosts are reported friendly and the setting peaceful.

Our summary of 162 traveler reviews.