Lucerne Campground
Lucerne Campground is located on the shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,100 feet. Boating, fishing and water skiing are popular activities.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 118 |
| Cabins with electric | 4 |
| Group sites | 3 |
| Standard, no hookups | 1 |
| Host/management | 21 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
126 sites in 9 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A001 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime | |
| A002 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime | |
| A003 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime | |
| A004 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime | |
| A005 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime | |
| A006 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime | |
| A007 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| A008 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| A009 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| A010 | A | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 50/30 amp | 10 / 1 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites A001, A002, A003, A004 and 92 more are listed accessible |
This large, recently renovated campground offers nearly 140 sites campsites, many of which are accessible and have electric hookups. One group site (site B) in the G Loop is available. Sites in Loops A through D each have a picnic table, campfire ring (no grill), windbreak, electric hookups (30-50 amp) 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. Flush toilets, drinking water and showers are available throughout the campground. A dump station is located on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May to September |
| Forest | Ashley National Forest |
| Booking | 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)… |
| Fees | 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. |
Weather by month
Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Manila, Utah |
| Coordinates | 40.9837° N, 109.5905° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedD1 Pondo Rx
7 mi from the campground · 532 acres
- PrescribedHole In The Rock Rx
29 mi from the campground · 85 acres
- PrescribedMiddle Beaver Rx
31 mi from the campground · 50 acres
- PrescribedWestern Roughneck Rx
40 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 station | Dump station ↗ | 9.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Redneck Archery and Pro Shop ↗ | 36.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 47.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Flaming Gorge Dam offers guided tours of the working hydroelectric plant and the dam itself; the adjacent visitor center contains area history exhibits.
- 3.8 mi
- 6.1 miSheep Creek Boat Launch Area ↗Boat launch
- 8.7 miSunny Cove Swim Beach ↗Swimming
- 10.2 miSpillway Boat Launch Area ↗Boat launch
- 12.1 miPalisades Park Picnic Site ↗Day use
- 13.4 miEast Park Junction Trailhead ↗Trailhead
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- 14.8 miHighline Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Public land it sits in
Ashley National Forest begins about 9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 9 miAshley National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,401,248 acres
- 10.2 miUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,912,954 acres
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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Ute Mountain Fire TowerStructure · Manila · 13.1 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated in a high desert landscape with sagebrush and a few scattered trees. Natural shade is minimal. Typical weather ranges from warm days to cool nights.
Recreation
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lucerne Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Lucerne Campground?
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.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lucerne Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lucerne Campground have?
147 sites, including 118 standard sites with power, 4 cabins with power, 3 group sites, and 1 standard site without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lucerne Campground?
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Lucerne Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Lucerne Campground?
Flush toilets, drinking water and showers are available throughout the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Lucerne Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lucerne Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lucerne 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
Are there accessible sites at Lucerne Campground?
Sites A001, A002, A003, and A004 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 96 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Lucerne Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Lucerne Campground?
Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation