Tushar Lakeside Rec Site campground
Tushar Lakeside Rec Site
One interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the Tushar Mountains, which contain Utah's highest peak, Delano Peak, at 12,169 feet. The best time of year to visit is during the summer months, when temperatures average in the mid-70s during the day and drop to the low-40s at night. The campground is open from mid-June through mid-September. Overall, Tushar Lakeside Rec Site is a beautiful and peaceful place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in nature.
What's on-site at Tushar Lakeside Rec Site
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 Tushar Lakeside Rec Site, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tushar Lakeside Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Kents Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Kents Lake Rec Site | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Kents Lake Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Little Reservoir | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tushar Lakeside Rec Site -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver River Near Beaver | 26 cfs | → |
| Sevier River Near Kingston | 8 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Adamsville | 1 cfs | → |
| East Fork Sevier River Near Kingston | 198 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek Above Diversions | 26 cfs | → |
| Sevier River At Hatch | 82 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tushar Lakeside Rec Site -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Merchant Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Merchant Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Big Flat | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Big Flat | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kimberly Mine | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kimberly Mine | 0.0 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.
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 Tushar Lakeside Rec Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tushar Lakeside Rec Site
Can I make reservations at Tushar Lakeside Rec Site?
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 Tushar Lakeside Rec Site?
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 Tushar Lakeside Rec Site.