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 10 at 4:07AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, Central Mountains, Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, San Rafael Swell, Sanpete Valley, Sevier Valley, Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs, Bryce Canyon Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Upper Sevier River Valleys, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County, Southwest Utah and Zion National Park. This also includes recent burn scars such as Forsyth, Cottonwood, Silver King, France Canyon, and Monroe Canyon. * WHEN...From noon MDT today through Monday afternoon. * 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. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Anomalously high moisture is forecast to impact the region with the arrival of the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel. While this is expected to be a long duration rainfall event, scattered instances of heavier rainfall rates are expected with stronger storms yielding flash flooding concerns given saturated soils and prior burn scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
High Wind Watch issued October 10 at 4:01AM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts in excess of 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Mountains and Southern Mountains. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
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.
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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