Pelican Lake campground
Pelican Lake
Reservations are accepted at Pelican Lake camping area, ensuring that campers can secure their spot ahead of time. This allows for a stress-free camping experience, especially during peak seasons when the campground tends to get busy.
The best time of year to visit Pelican Lake camping area is during the summer months when the weather is warm and the lake activities are at their prime. However, it is important to note that the area can experience high winds, so campers should be cautious when setting up tents or awnings. It is recommended to bring sturdy camping equipment to withstand these gusts.
In summary, Pelican Lake camping area in Utah provides campers with amenities such as picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Reservations are accepted, ensuring a smooth camping experience. The best time to visit is during the summer, but campers should be cautious of high winds and bring sturdy equipment.
What's on-site at Pelican Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Pelican Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelican Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Paradise Park Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| White River Enron Campsite 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| White River Enron Campsite 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| White River Enron Campsite 1 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Pelican Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Duchesne River Near Randlett | 165 cfs | → |
| Uinta River At Randlett | 10 cfs | → |
| Duchesne R Ab Uinta R Near Randlett | 115 cfs | → |
| Duchesne River At Myton | 112 cfs | → |
| Ashley Creek Near Vernal | 90 cfs | → |
| Ashley Cr Abv Sp Nr Vernal Ut | 4 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Pelican Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jensen Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Mosby Mtn. | 4.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Mosby Mtn. | 4.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Altamont | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Dinosaur 0.3 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc King's Cabin | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Ouray National Wildlife Refuge
- Vernal City Park
- Utah Field House Of Natural Historic State Park Museum
- Stewart Lake State Wildlife Area
- Steinaker State Park
- Dinosaur National Monument
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Pelican Lake
- Brough Reservoir
- Uinta River
- Duchesne River
- Bullock Draw Reservoir
- Montes Creek Reservoir
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Pelican Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Pelican Lake
Can I make reservations at Pelican Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Pelican Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Pelican Lake.