Utah’s Mirror Lake Scenic Byway is one of the most beautiful spots in the Beehive State. It’s the perfect place to go when you want to surround yourself with natural beauty, go fishing, hiking, backpacking or camping. The Lilly Lake Campground here is nestled on a tiny lake, surrounded by fragrant pines. It’s pure paradise, and you’ll definitely want to check it out!

All along the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, you'll find cold, clear, alpine lakes, rugged mountain peaks, and thick forests.
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It's truly one of Utah's most spectacular scenic places.
Right off the highway, you'll find the Lilly Lake Campground.
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It's about 26 miles from the town of Kamas.
Lilly Lake is nestled right next to Teapot Lake..
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It is right across the highway from the much larger Lost Lake and easy and fast to get to, as it is only about a 40-mile drive from Salt Lake City.
This tiny lake is often covered with lillies, which is how it got its name.
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Motorized boats are not allowed here, so it's a quiet, peaceful little spot to get away from it all.
Staying here is on a first come, first served basis - no reservations allowed.
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But one of the draws of this beautiful lakeside campground in Utah is that it is situated in a loop, and you'll find just 14 campsites here.

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The sites don't have hookups, but they do offer fire pits, picnic tables and a flat space to pitch your tent.
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A paved parking area at each site allows you to park your car or RV. The campground also offers fresh drinking water and vault toilets.
Though it's right off the highway, this little lakeside campground is surprisingly quiet and peaceful.
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Take a stroll on the little hiking trail that surrounds the lake to explore.
The sunsets up here are spectacular!
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You'll want to bring your camera along so you can capture some shots like this!
After a long day of fishing, hiking and exploring, enjoy a campfire and some s'mores, tell some campfire stories, then snuggle into your tent for the night.
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It gets cold up here at night, even in the middle of the summer, so make sure that you're prepared with a warm sleeping bag.
In the early morning hours...
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Lilly Lake Campground is a little oasis in the mountains.

Campsites are available for a nominal fee per night and maximum stay limit applies. For more information, visit the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest website and/or the official Facebook page.

Have you ever been to the Lilly Lake Campground? If so, which part was your favorite? What’s your favorite camping spot in Utah’s high Uintas? We’d love to read about your experiences in the comments section below!

If you’re ready to explore more of the Beehive State’s natural beauty, you’ll want to take these 11 trails that are some of the greatest in the world.

If you’re still in the mood for the more Utah adventures, take a look at this video about beautiful Arches National Park:

 

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Where can we find other campgrounds in Utah?

  • The American Fork Canyon features two very scenic campgrounds, each encompassing over five dozen campsite options.
  • Devils Garden Campground in Arches National Park is one of the most popular places to camp in the state, and offers over 50 campsites.
  • The Alta Campground located in Little Cottonwood Canyon is unique in that it is not only set amidst beautiful soaring trees and nature but it is also within the Alta Ski Area boundaries.

Read on to learn more about some of the other beautiful campgrounds in Utah.

Where can we find lakes in Utah?

  • Amethyst Lake located in Uintahs offers great fishing as well as a 6-mile-long hiking trail that climbs over 2,000 feet in elevation.
  • Lakes Mary and Catherine, both located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, are two very popular alpine lakes accessible via a relatively short 3-mile hiking trail.
  • Yuba Lake located in Levan is a great boating and fishing spot for walleye, northern pike, and perch.

Read on to learn more about some of the other wonderful lakes in Utah.

Where can we find hiking trails in Utah?

  • The Stewart Falls Trail located in Provo is a 4-mile round-trip trail that meanders through beautiful Provo Canyon and past a two-tiered, 200-foot high waterfall.
  • The Canyon Overlook Trail located in Zion National Park extends for about a mile and offers some of the most spectacular views in the state.
  • The Frary Peak Trail on Antelope Island is a 6.6-mile round-trip trail offering unparalleled 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape peppered with wildlife.

Read on to learn more about some of the other picturesque hiking trails in Utah.

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Lilly Lake Campground, UT-150, Kamas, UT 84036, USA