Tushar Lakeside Campground
Closed — Closed for the season on September 15, 2025. Typically operates June 1 through early September. Reservations managed by Beaver County through their online system.
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.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Monroe Canyon Fire Closure Update
Fishlake National Forest, Intermountain RegionForest Service News ReleasePublic Affairs Contact: McCall Davis (435) 310-0123mccall.davis@usda.gov
16-Day Camping Limit (Occupancy and Use Order 0408-25-01)
16-day camping limit. Camping in the same location, or within 5 miles of the same location, for more than 16 consecutive days or for more than 16 days in a 30-day period is prohibited.
Beaver RD Development Roads Order 0408-20-02, Kents Lake Road #137
Seasonal road closure for Kents Lake Road #137 on the Beaver River Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to July 15 annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture.
Fillmore RD Forest Development Roads Order 0408-209-02
Seasonal road closures on the Fillmore Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to May 15th annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture
Richfield RD Forest Development Roads Order 0408-19-04
Seasonal road closures on the Richfield Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to May 15th annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture.
Fremont River RD Forest Development Roads Order 0408-19-03
Seasonal road closures on the Fremont River Ranger DistrictJanuary 1 to May 15th annually, or until favorable weather conditions make the road suitable for travel without undue damage when wet or saturated with moisture.
About
Tushar Lakeside Campground is nestled in a forest of aspen and mixed conifer within the majestic Tushar Mountain Range at 8,560 feet elevation. Located adjacent to the 6-acre Tushar Reservoir (Lower Kents Lake), this campground is a popular destination for large youth groups and families seeking summer recreation opportunities. The facility features 16 multiple family group sites, a large covered pavilion near the water, two restroom facilities with flush toilets, drinking water from hand pumps, and a small meadow perfect for sports and recreational activities like volleyball. Each campsite is equipped with picnic tables and fire rings. Water activities are a highlight here, with kayak and canoe rentals available at the campground, plus swimming opportunities in the shallow reservoir. Anglers can fish for rainbow trout, brook trout, and Bonneville cutthroat trout stocked annually by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Forest Trail #3626 departs from the campground and winds through the mountains to Birch Creek Reservoir, offering a scenic day hike. The nearby Skyline National Recreation Trail and Piute ATV Trail are accessible by vehicle, though no ATV access exists directly from the campground. Managed by Beaver County, the campground operates during summer months when temperatures are cooler and mountain recreation is at its peak.
Directions
From Beaver, travel 10 miles east on UT-153, turn right onto Kents Lake Road (Forest Road 137) and continue 4 miles. Turn right into the campground. Located approximately 14 miles east of Beaver.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 - $160 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| parkmanager@beaver.utah.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 386-1203 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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