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Butterfly Campground

Kamas, Utah · USDA Forest Service

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Butterfly Campground — official Recreation.gov photo

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About

Butterfly Campground is located just off the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway on the shores of its beautiful namesake lake at an elevation of 10,300 feet. The byway cuts through the Uinta Mountains, which are known for their abundant recreational opportunities and scenic beauty. This campground offers access to Butterfly Lake with great canoeing, kayaking, fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities.The lake is open only to non-motorized watercraft. Many hiking, backpacking, biking, horse and off-road vehicle trails crisscross this beautiful region. For facility specific information, please call (385) 273-1100.Butterfly Campground is a beautiful high elevation campground with 20 single campsites. Vault restrooms are available at this facility. Butterfly Campground is situated adjacent to Butterfly Lake with pristine clear waters it’s a sight to be seen. The campground lies among a forest of white fir trees, which provides partial shade. Colorful summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Summer temperatures range from 65-75 degrees during the day to 40-50 degrees at night. 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.

Directions

In Kamas, UT, at the intersection of State Rt. 32 (Main St.) and State Rt. 150 (Center St.), take Rt. 150 (Mirror Lake Scenic Byway) east 34.6 miles to the campground sign. Turn left at the sign into the campground.

Location

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Details

State
Utah
City / area
Kamas
Agency
USDA Forest Service
Parent area
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Campsites
20
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$23.23 / night
Equipment
Tent, RV, Trailer

Reserve on Recreation.gov

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