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Mirror Lake Guard Station

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

The guard station cabin is located at Mirror Lake and is approximately 32 miles from Kamas Utah and 58 miles from Evanston Wyoming. The maximum capacity of the complex is 8 people. Mirror Lake is situated at the base of the 11,943-foot Bald Mountain.

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

The maximum capacity of the complex is 8 people. There is one bedroom with queen beds. The bathroom on the main floor Gathering area is located on the main floor, equipped with sofas and chairs Bring your linens, dishes, silverware, cups, and glasses, pots and pans are provided- fully equipped kitchen. There is running water, shower, flush toilets, propane heat, propane lights/appliances, and paved road. Utilities are included. The basement is not accessible to the public. No pets are allowed.

Natural Features

Mirror Lake is situated at the base of the 11,943-foot Bald Mountain. The cabin lies among a forest of white fir trees and colorful summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

Recreation

Mirror Lake offers great canoeing and kayaking opportunities. Anglers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout. The lake is open only to non-motorized watercraft. A gravel-surfaced interpretive nature trail circles the lake. Visitors of all ages enjoy learning about local flora and fauna through a series of educational displays scattered along the trail. Many hiking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails crisscross this beautiful region, including trails to Bonnie Lake, Scudder Lake and Naturalist Basin, all part of the Highline Trail. Fehr Lake Trail begins just outside the campground. Bald Mountain Trail can be accessed nearby.

Nearby Attractions

Mirror Lake Scenic Byway parallels the Lower Provo River as it snakes across a portion of the Uinta Mountains, leading to numerous high alpine lakes and streams, countless trails, breathtaking scenic viewpoints and various campgrounds. Fishing, canoeing, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding and biking are popular activities. The High Uintas Wilderness can be accessed from several trails along the byway.

Important notices

For campground Rules and Regulations visit https://www.gocamputah.com/rules .
Guests are to check in and out with the Camp Host at the nearby Mirror Lake Campground for access to the site. Rules of use will be reviewed and the lock combination will be provided during check in.
No pets or animals allowed at or in the cabin to help ensure this historic structure is preserved.
Caution: bears frequent the area; be aware and keep all food items in closed containers.

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