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.
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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
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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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