U.S. Forest Service · Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest · Evanston, UT

Little Lyman Lake Campground

Little Lyman Lake is found on the shore of its namesake a short 34.6 miles south of Mountain View, Wyoming. It’s located in the Uinta Mountain range at an elevation of 9,200 feet.

Reservable · Recreation.gov11 sitesFrom $22 per nightPets okFires okTents only

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A photo of Site 4 of Loop LYMAN at Little Lyman Lake Campground with Fire Pit, WaterfrontA photo of Site 5 of Loop LYMAN at Little Lyman Lake Campground with No Amenities ShownA photo of Site 3 of Loop LYMAN at Little Lyman Lake Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, WaterfrontA photo of Site 8 of Loop LYMAN at Little Lyman Lake Campground with No Amenities Shown
Photos courtesy of Jackie Eddleman · Recreation.gov
4fires
active
Meeks Reservoir Rx (prescribed burn) · 5 mi away
3 more within 50 miles
Incident details ↓

Site mix

Standard, no hookups10
Host/management1
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site map

10 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.

Campground map of Little Lyman Lake Campground
Campground map published by U.S. Forest Service on Recreation.gov, credited to Alexa Anderson. Open the image for full size.

Amenities & rules

EquipmentTents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
Fees10 single sites - $22.00, capacity 8 people + 1 vehicle per single site. Day Use - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle

This is a primitive campground with 10 single campsites, each with picnic tables and fire rings provided. Vault restrooms are available at this facility.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Season & status

ForestUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest recreation page ↗

Getting there

From Mountain View, WY, take State Rt. 140 south 12.9 miles to Blacks Fork Access sign (County Rt. 271). Turn left at sign onto Rt. 271 and go 13.1 miles to the forest boundary. Here, Rt. 271 becomes Forest Rt. 058. Continue on Rt. 058 for 5.9 miles to a "Y" intersection. Bear right, staying on Rt. 058, and go 2.4 miles to an intersection.

Nearest townEvanston, Utah
Coordinates40.9348° N, 110.6123° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Depending on when you cancel in relation to your arrival day, it may be considered a late cancellation (see below). Changing an Existing Reservation: When changes are made prior to the cut-off window: If a customer wants to switch dates that are entirely outside of the original reservation dates, there is a $10 change fee. There is no change fee if a customer extends or shortens a reservation, as long as the change includes dates from the original reservation. If they choose to depart early, they may forfeit the recreation fee for the day of departure. There is no change fee if the customer wants to switch sites that are the same price with the same reservation dates in the same facility. If a reservation is made that includes dates beyond the maximum booking window, that reservation cannot be changed until 18 days have passed from the original booking date.

Fire nearby

  • Prescribed
    Meeks Reservoir Rx

    5 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    North Fork Mill Rx

    6 mi from the campground

  • Prescribed
    Carter Creek Rx

    9 mi from the campground · 150 acres

  • Prescribed
    Western Roughneck Rx

    13 mi from the campground · 472 acres

Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗11.2 mi
Outdoor gearEscapod ↗40.7 mi

Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.

Explore

Video

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Worth a stop

Trails nearby

Forest Service trail data →

Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.

Public land it sits in

On Wilderness Atlas →

This campground sits inside Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.

Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

The campground itself is small and rustic, but it’s overflowing with tranquility. There’s a five acre lake that’s filled with wildlife, and the surrounding landscapes are picturesque. Most of the sites have lake views and nice shade.

Recreation

This campground offers access to hiking, fishing, backpacking, ATV and Equestrian Trails nearby.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Little Lyman Lake Campground?

Sites at Little Lyman Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Little Lyman Lake Campground?

10 single sites - $22.00, capacity 8 people + 1 vehicle per single site. Day Use - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Little Lyman Lake Campground?

Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Little Lyman Lake Campground?

A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.

Source: Charges and cancellations

How many sites does Little Lyman Lake Campground have?

11 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I bring an RV to Little Lyman Lake Campground?

Little Lyman Lake Campground is listed for tents only.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Little Lyman Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Little Lyman Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Little Lyman Lake Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.

Source: Fire nearby

What is the nearest town to Little Lyman Lake Campground?

Evanston, Utah.

Source: Getting there

What if Little Lyman Lake Campground is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Meeks Cabin Campground (5.1 mi), East Fork Bear River Campground (9.1 mi), and China Meadows Trailhead Campground (10.9 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby