Pole Creek Lake
The campground operates seasonally, typically opening in late May or early June once snow clears and closing in fall. Access via Forest Road 117 depends on snow conditions. No potable water is available; campers must bring their own.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 3:13PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
ESFSLC The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will merge with a fall-like storm system over the western United States, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall and a resulting threat of flooding. Widespread rainfall of 1 to 3 inches is expected, locally in excess of 3 inches, particularly across south aspects of southern Utah mountains, between late Saturday and Monday morning. Expect many area waterways including streams, rivers, normally dry washes, creeks, and slot canyons to have rising, fast flows by Sunday evening. Current forecasts do not bring any rivers to flood stage, but this will be monitored as the fine details of heavy rain bands become more confident. Those with activities near rivers, streams, creeks and recent burn scars should closely monitor the forecast over the next several days. Those with outdoor plans Sunday onward that include any travel near waterways across Utah should consider alternate plans. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain possible through at least Wednesday. While the rainfall rates with these additional rounds of precipitation will generally be lower, areas that receive significant precipitation during the weekend will be extra sensitive to any additional rainfall.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Fireworks and Spark Arrestor Order 04-2021-01
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
About
Pole Creek Lake Campground occupies a forested ridgetop position at 10,000 feet in the western High Uintas, surrounded by lodgepole pine and Engelmann spruce. The setting provides access to alpine terrain and solitude typical of this remote corner of Ashley National Forest. Pole Creek Lake lies just a short walk from camp, stocked with rainbow trout and ringed by conifers. Nearby trailheads serve both foot traffic and OHV users exploring the surrounding backcountry. Mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and day hiking round out the recreation options. The campground is primitive, with vault toilets but no potable water. Campers should bring all water and supplies, as services are distant. The access road (Forest Road 117) climbs steeply from Uinta Canyon with winding sections unsuitable for large RVs or trailers.
Directions
From Roosevelt, Utah, take Highway 121 north toward Uinta Canyon for approximately 25 miles. Turn onto Forest Road 117 and continue up Pole Creek Mountain for about 11.5 miles to the campground. Forest Road 117 is steep and winding in places.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 738-2482 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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