Marsh Lake Campground
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Marsh Lake Campground is located next to its namesake on the northern slope of the Uinta Mountains at an elevation of 9,400 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.
The campground contains several single and double campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, utility table and campfire ring. Some sites have lake views. Drinking water, vault toilets and trash collection are provided, and a host is on-site.
A dump station is located about a mile and a half away across the road from Stateline.
Notifications and Alerts
Campground Closed For Season: Gates are locked, no facilities (bathrooms, water, trash) are available, entry is prohibited and may result in citations.
Campground will reopen in late May 2025
Need to Know
This Campground is in Bear Country
Always store food and trash securely to avoid attracting wildlife
-Failure to comply may result in fines up to $5,000, removal from your campsite and/or imprisonment
Remember, a fed bear is a dead bear; your actions can save lives
This is a 'pack it in, pack it out' facility; please bring garbage bags
Dogs or Domestic Pets
Owners must
-Control the dog by a leash not to exceed six feet (6’) at all times
-Clean up dog feces immediately
-Limit two dogs per campsite
Do not allow dogs to
-Rush, threaten, or attack people/animals
-Obstruct or interfere with people, vehicles, or property
-Cause damage to vegetation, habitat, or harass wildlife
Campground Etiquette and Rules
Gates open at 7am, Gates close at 10pm
Quiet Hours are 10pm to 6am No generators after 10pm
Camping is allowed only within the designated space provided. Do not go beyond the boundaries of your site
Max occupancy is 8 people per single site
Reserved campsites will be held until 12pm on the day following your scheduled arrival date
Horses/Off-road vehicles are prohibited in the campground
Leave No Trace
-Put all garbage in dumpsters, when provided, or properly stored in your vehicle or bear box
-Remove all personal property and trash when leaving
-Unclean campsites will be reported to the District Ranger LEO
-Leaving food/trash in an unoccupied campsite may result in a $5,000 fine
Cleaning fish, animals, or bathing where drinking water is supplied is strictly prohibited
Fireworks or other explosives are prohibited. Discharging of a firearm in the campground is not allowed
No fighting or boisterous behavior. Be courteous to your fellow visitor. Keep noise at a reasonable level
No amplified music is allowed in USDA Forest Service campgrounds and facilities. People come to the campgrounds for peace and quiet
Max Vehicle Length includes tow vehicle
There is a 2-night minimum stay on weekends; 3-night minimum stay on holiday weekends
Trailers/Campers and RVs: Come with water tank filled. Hooking up to spigots or the power in the restrooms, even for medical devices is strictly prohibited
First Come First Served (FF) sites
For reservable sites, reservations must be made at least 5 days in advance
You must claim a FF site in person on the day you wish to check-in
A site listed as FF does not guarantee availability, Recreation.gov does not update FF occupancy
The only way to know if an FF site is available is to arrive at the campground on the day you plan to check-in
Availability cannot be predicted
Many sites are in remote locations, we cannot contact camp hosts about availability
Recommended arrival times vary by day. Weekends and holidays typically fill more quickly
To claim an FF site, you must be physically present, occupy the site, and pay at that time
There is no waiting list for FF sites
Extra Vehicle - $10 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check)
Firewood - $9
If you booked at a discount without a Senior or Access pass, you'll need to pay the difference in cash/check upon arrival. Only Senior or Access passes qualify for discounts and proof of ownership upon arrival is required
Please understand that camping is an outdoor experience; we do not give refunds for weather or natural conditions
Cancellations within 24 hours prior to arrival date will forfeit the entire use fee and a $10 cancellation fee
No-shows, early departures, or cancellations after the arrival date are not entitled to a refund
Failure to arrive at the campsite by 12pm the day after scheduled arrival and does not cancel the reservation, will be charged a $20 service fee and forfeit the first-night use fee
For more information on visiting Bear Country visit
wildawareutah.org
wildlife.utah.gov
For campground Rules and Regulations visit gocamputah.com/rules
Click here for more info about the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
For more info, please call Evanston/Mtn View Ranger District at 307-789-3194 or Utah Recreation at 385-273-1100
Visit our website gocamputah.com or Facebook facebook.com/letsgocamputah
To reserve a campsite call Recreation.gov reservation line 1-877-444-6777
Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood within 10 miles of your destination and burning it on-site. For more information click here
Please note: Utah Recreation is not responsible for accident or injury to any person or property resulting from the use of this facility and is not responsible for the loss of money or valuables of any kind. The user of this permit assumes full and complete responsibility for the conduct and actions of all members in their party
Natural Features
A thin forest of lodgepole pine, ponderosa pine and aspen covers the area, providing limited shade. Summer wildflowers and grasses dot the campground. A variety of wildlife makes its home around the lake, including moose and deer.
Nearby Attractions
The Uinta Mountains are comprised of beautiful canyons, soaring peaks and pristine lakes, rivers and streams. Outdoor enthusiasts come to enjoy the natural beauty of this rugged region. Several lakes offer fishing and canoeing opportunities.
Recreation
Marsh Lake offers plenty of recreation opportunities. The lake is open to canoeing, kayaking and boating for other small watercraft. A boat ramp is located on the west side of the lake. Fishing docks extend from both sides of the boat ramp, allowing for rainbow and cutthroat trout fishing.
Several off-road vehicle, hiking, biking and horseback riding trails crisscross the area. China Meadows Trailhead is nearby, giving hikers and horseback riders access to the High Uintas.
Changes & Cancellations
Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees
- Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.
- Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
- You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
Late Cancellations
- Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.
- Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
- Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
- Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
- Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.
No-Shows
- Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival date.
- If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.
Refunds
- Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.
- Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.
- Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.
- Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.
- Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.
Recreation.gov Billing Information
- Reservation transaction will appear on customer's credit card statements as "Recreation.gov 877-444-6777."
Changes to Policies and Procedures
- Recreation.gov reserves the right, when necessary, to modify reservation policies. These policies were last updated July 2018.
Contact Information
Mailing Address
564 W 700 S Ste.305, Box #5 Pleasant Grove UT 84062
Physical Address
Uinta Wasatch Cache National Forest Evanston UT 82930
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: EVANSTON-MOUNTAIN VIEW RANGER DISTRICT 307-789-3194 OR UTAH RECREATION COMPANY 385-273-1100
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
From Mountain View, Wyoming, take Highway 410 south for 7 miles, then County Road 283 for 8.2 miles to Forest Road 072. Take Forest Road 072 toward China Meadows for 8.7 miles to campground. Marsh Lake is between Stateline Dam and China Meadows. Forest Road 072 is gravel and frequently very rough, but passable for all vehicles.
Available Campsites
- Site W11, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E05, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W05, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W02, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E07, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E23, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E25, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E02, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E27, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W08, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E28, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W14, Loop WEST, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site E10, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E18, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E15, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E03, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E17, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E06, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W13, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E16, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W17, Loop WEST, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site W07, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E24, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W10, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E12, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E22, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E09, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E21, Loop EAST, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E11, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W03, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W01, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E14, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W06, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W16, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E29, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E20, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E08, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W12, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E04, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E26, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W09, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W04, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E13, Loop EAST, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E19, Loop EAST, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site W15, Loop WEST, Type Standard Nonelectric
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