Lucerne Campground


Area Status: Open

Lucerne Campground is located on the shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,100 feet. The campground is situated in a high desert landscape with sagebrush and a few scattered trees. Natural shade is minimal.

Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. Campers are offered the convenience of an adjacent boat ramp, marina and fish cleaning station. Lucerne Marina has boat rentals, fuel, slips, fishing licenses, bait and groceries.

Showers are available throughout the campground. A dump station is located on-site. The amphitheater onsite hosts different events and activities throughout the season.

Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. Firewood is available to purchase at this campground from the host.

Nearby Attractions: Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam itself; the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.

At a Glance

Current Conditions: Typical weather ranges from warm days to cool nights.
Operational Hours: http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70093&topTabIndex=CampingSpot
Reservations: There are some first come first serve sites available. This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70093&topTabIndex=CampingSpot
Area Amenities: Accessible, Boat ramp, Tent camping, Camping trailer, Fee charged for some activities, Picnic tables, Toilets, Drinking water
Fees: See www.recreation.gov for current rates.
  • Showers are available for a fee for non-registered campers.
  • Sanitation station is available for a fee. 
The single site fee covers the cost of 1 vehicle. Each single site's maximum capacity is 2 vehicles. There will be an extra vehicle fee for the second vehicle collected on site. 2 vehicles = 1 sleeping unit (trailer, pop-up, pickup camper, RV, etc) + 1 passenger vehicle or 2 passenger vehicles. There is not room for 2 sleeping units.
Open Season: May - September
Usage: Heavy
Closest Towns: Manila, Utah
Water: Drinking water available from April 1 through November 1.
Restroom: Flush Toilets
Operated By: Concessionaire

General Information

Accessibility:

All Sites in Loops A, B, C & D meet accepted Accessibility standards and may be reserved by anyone. There is also accessible fishing access from this campground.


Directions:

From Manila, Utah: Follow Highway 43 for 2.6 miles to the state line, where Highway 43 becomes Wyoming Highway 530. Follow Wyoming 530 for 1.3 miles to Lucerne Valley Road/Forest Road 146. Continue on this road approximately 4 miles to the campground.


Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Campground Camping

Sites in Loops A through D each have a picnic table, campfire ring (no grill), windbreak, electric hookups and parking spur. Loop D also has tent pads and shade cabanas. Loops E and F have shade cabanas, picnic tables and campfire rings but no electric hookups.

General Info:

Accessibility

Many of the recently renovated campgrounds are accessible.


No. of Accessible sites This large, recently renovated campground offers 135 sites, many of which are accessible.
Status: Open
Fees: $20 to $28/night depending on rustic or with electricity; The single site fee covers the cost of 1 vehicle. Each single site's maximum capacity is 2 vehicles. There will be an extra vehicle fee for the second vehicle collected on site. 2 vehicles = 1 sleeping unit (trailer, pop-up, pickup camper, RV, etc) + 1 passenger vehicle or 2 passenger vehicles. There is not room for 2 sleeping units.

RV Camping

Group Camping

This site have picnic tables, fire rings and covered dining areas. 

General Info:

Parking

Asphalt parking spurs.


No. of Sites One group site (site B) in the G Loop is available.
Status: Open
Fees: $140/night for group unit.
Reservation required?: Y

Lake and Pond Fishing

Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to "Fish Your National Forest".

Fish available to catch include: Salmon, Trout, Native Trout, Bass and Catfish.

Types of fishing available include: Wade, Shore, Motorized/Non-motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait and Ice.

Ice Fishing

Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to "Fish Your National Forest".

Fish available to catch include: Salmon, Trout, Native Trout, Bass and Catfish.

Boating - Motorized

Trailer Parking Park lot available.
Fuel availability Lucerne Valley Marina is nearby.

Boating - Non-Motorized

Canoeing is a popular event done in this area.

Trailer Parking There is parking available at this site.
Type of Craft canoe

Swimming

Waterskiing

Amenities

Toilets: Flushable
Accessible: Accessible fishing access. Many of the recently renovated camp sites are accessible.
Drinking water: Drinking water available from April 1 through November 1.

Related Information

Recreation Areas

Recreation Activities

Location

 
  Latitude : 
40.986871

  Longitude : 
-109.59212

  Elevation : 
6050