Tushar Lakeside Campground
Currently closed for the season. The campground opens June 5, 2026 and operates through early September. Reservations are required during summer season (April 16 through September 30) and must be made at least 48 hours in advance via Beaver County's rec1.com portal. Kents Lake Road (FR137) is subject to seasonal closure January 1 through mid-July depending on snow conditions.
Flood Watch issued October 30 at 8:05AM MDT until November 1 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, San Rafael Swell, Bryce Canyon Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County and Zion National Park. * WHEN...From late Saturday night through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, dry washes, slot canyons, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations such as slickrock areas and recent burn scars. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread moderate to at times heavy precipitation is expected across much of southern, southeast and east central Utah beginning late Saturday night, and continuing throughout the day Sunday. Moist antecedent conditions from recent heavy rains will result in efficient and excessive runoff, allowing all area washes, streams and rivers to run fast and high. Flood prone areas will likely become inundated at times, and backcountry roads will likely become impassable from this excessive runoff. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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
Tushar Lakeside Campground is nestled in an alcove of aspen and fir trees near Tushar Reservoir at 8,560 feet elevation in the Tushar Mountain Range. Managed by Beaver County rather than the Forest Service directly, this campground is popular with large youth groups and families seeking relief from summer heat. The 16 multi-family units share two flush restroom facilities, potable water from a hand pump, and a large covered pavilion near the water. Recreation opportunities center on Tushar Reservoir, where kayak and canoe rentals are available along with swimming. Forest Trail #3626 departs from the campground and climbs through the mountains to Birch Creek Reservoir for a scenic day hike. Fishing, sand volleyball, and wildlife viewing round out the activities. Note that while street-legal ATVs/UTVs may access the campground, riders must trailer to the Piute ATV Trail trailhead as there is no direct trail access. This is a pack-in/pack-out facility with no trash service. Bears frequent the area, so proper food storage and garbage management are essential. Reservations are required during summer season and must be made at least 48 hours in advance through Beaver County's reservation system.
Directions
From Beaver, travel 10 miles east on UT-153, then turn right onto Kents Lake Road (FR137) and continue approximately 4 miles to the campground entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $12 - $160 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| parkmanager@beaver.utah.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 438-6464 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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