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

Sunrise Campground

Sunrise Campground is close to Bear Lake Summit, just 6 miles west of Garden City and Bear Lake, Utah, at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Visitors to the Bear Lake area are treated to a wide range of outdoor recreational opportunities, including boating, water skiing, hiking and scenic driving.

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Photos courtesy of Utah Recreation Company · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard, no hookups24
Yurts2
Host/management3
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 guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 36 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

26 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresPets
002StandardPull-through22GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
003StandardBack-in28GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
004StandardPull-through30GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
005StandardBack-in24GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
006StandardBack-in28GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
007StandardBack-in17GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
008StandardBack-in25GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
009StandardBack-in20GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
010StandardBack-in26GravelFull8 / 1YesYes
011StandardBack-in26GravelFull8 / 1YesYes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

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

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length36 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesCash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 24 single sites - $27.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle per single site. 2 glamping sites - $118.00, capacity - 8 people (deposit required) + 1 vehicle. Day Use - $15.00. Extra Vehicle - $10.00 per vehicle, per day (paid on-site cash/check).

Sunrise is made up of two loops of single-family sites each with a picnic table and fire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.

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

Season & status

StatusClosed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date.
ForestUinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest recreation page ↗

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Sunrise Campground20°30°40°50°60°70°January: 1.59 inches of precipitationFebruary: 1.28 inches of precipitationMarch: 1.24 inches of precipitationApril: 1.64 inches of precipitationMay: 2.08 inches of precipitationJune: 1.28 inches of precipitationJuly: 0.64 inches of precipitationAugust: 0.93 inches of precipitationSeptember: 1.33 inches of precipitationOctober: 1.43 inches of precipitationNovember: 1.41 inches of precipitationDecember: 1.68 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 24.3°F averageFebruary: 26.4°F averageMarch: 33.7°F averageApril: 42.3°F averageMay: 51.7°F averageJune: 60.1°F averageJuly: 69.3°F averageAugust: 67.9°F averageSeptember: 59.0°F averageOctober: 46.7°F averageNovember: 35.0°F averageDecember: 27.1°F average0 in0.5 in1 in1.5 in2 in2.5 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Bear Lake Sp, 4 miles from the campground at 5,928 feet, station USC00420487 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 17 inches a year.

Getting there

From Logan, Utah, take Highway 89 east for 31 miles, then turn south onto FR102. Follow for.6 miles to campground. Sunrise is one mile west of Bear Lake Summit and 6 miles west of Garden City, Utah.

Nearest townGarden City, Utah
Coordinates41.9200° N, 111.4603° W · Directions ↗

Charges and cancellations

  • Change and Cancellation Policies and Fees
  • Overnight and Day Use Facilities: To ensure fairness, reservation arrival or departure dates may not be changed beyond the booking window until 18 days after booking the reservation.
  • Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
  • You can cancel or change reservations through Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777.
  • Late Cancellations
  • Overnight and Day Use Facilities: Late cancellations are those cancelled between 12:01 a.m. (Eastern) on the day before arrival and check out time on the day after arrival.
  • Individual Campsites: If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a single night's reservation will forfeit the entire use fee but no cancellation fee will apply.
  • Cabins / Lookouts: Customers will be charged a $10.00 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee if a cabin or lookout reservation is cancelled within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
  • Group Facility: If a customer cancels a group overnight facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date they will be charged the $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a single night's use will not be assessed a service fee.
  • Group Day Use Area: If a customer cancels a group day use facility reservation within 14 days of the scheduled arrival date, they will forfeit the total day use fee with no service fee charge.
  • No-Shows
  • Camping / Day Use: A camping no-show customer is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Reserved campsites and group overnight facilities will be held until check-out time on the day following your scheduled arrival. Group day-use facilities will be held until check-in time on your scheduled arrival
  • If a customer does not arrive at the campground or group facility by check-out time the day after arrival or does not cancel the reservation by the times listed under "Late Cancellations" above, the customer may be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit use fees.
  • Refunds
  • Customers must request refunds no later than 14 days after the scheduled departure date. Recreation.gov will not grant refund requests after 14 days of departure.
  • Reservation Fee: For some facilities, tours or permits an additional reservation fee is charged. For some overnight and day-use facilities, an additional non-refundable reservation fee may apply. The non-refundable reservation fee for tours and tickets is $1.00. The non-refundable reservation fee for permits varies by location.
  • Refunds for Bankcard Purchases: Refunds for bank card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank card.
  • Refunds for Check or Cash Purchases: Refunds for Recreation.gov payments made by check or money order, and cash payments at selected campgrounds will be issued a check refund. A refund will be processed within 30 days of receipt and approval. Please Note: Refund requests made during or after departure can only be processed when approved by the facility management staff based upon local policy.
  • Refunds for Emergency Closures: In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team will attempt to notify users and offer alternate dates (as appropriate). If this is not possible, reservations will be cancelled and all fees paid will be refunded. Reservation fees for free tickets are non-refundable in the event of an emergency closure.
  • Recreation.gov Billing Information

Supplies & services

Outdoor gearBeaver Mountain Rental Shop ↗5.3 mi
Dump stationDump station ↗7.7 mi
RV sales & serviceCastle Country RV ↗21.9 mi

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Explore

Video

Video of Sunrise Campground, UT from Ali V.

Worth a stop

Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah/Idaho border and is just 6 miles from the campground. Outdoor activities abound at Bear Lake, with endless boating, waterskiing, jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming, hiking, biking, horseback and off-road vehicle riding opportunities. Sightseeing and scenic driving are popular activities.

  • 0.7 mi
    Limber Pine Nature ↗
    1.3 mi trail · hiking, horse
  • 0.8 mi
    Garden City Canyon ATV
    2.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 0.8 mi
    Garden City Winter Sports
    2.2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 1.1 mi
    East Hodges Canyon
    2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
  • 1.2 mi
    Sinks Winter Spur A
    1.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
  • 1.5 mi
    Sinks Trail Winter Sport ↗
    21.7 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski

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 →

Mount Naomi Wilderness begins about 8.4 miles away, and it is the closest of these.

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

A mixed-growth conifer and aspen forest covers the site, providing partial shade and nice privacy between sites. Summer wildflowers are abundant.

Recreation

Limber Pine Trail, a one-mile loop that's perfect for families, begins less than a half-mile from the campground. It leads to a 500-year old Limber Pine. Bear Lake Summit is one mile away and offers picnic tables, interpretive displays and breathtaking views of Bear Lake.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Sunrise Campground?

Sites at Sunrise 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 Sunrise Campground?

Cash, Check, or Scan & Pay (with recreation.gov app). 24 single sites - $27.00, capacity - 8 people + 1 vehicle per single site. 2 glamping sites - $118.00, capacity - 8 people (deposit required) + 1 vehicle.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Sunrise Campground?

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

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Sunrise Campground?

Camping / Day Use: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation (including campsites, cabins, lookouts, group facilities, etc.). The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Source: Charges and cancellations

Is Sunrise Campground open right now?

Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.

Source: Forest Service status

How many sites does Sunrise Campground have?

29 sites, including 24 standard sites without power and 2 yurt.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Sunrise Campground?

The longest site here provides 36 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

Are pets allowed at Sunrise Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Sunrise Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Sunrise Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Sunrise Campground?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.

Source: FCC Broadband Map

What is there to do at Sunrise Campground?

Limber Pine Trail, a one-mile loop that's perfect for families, begins less than a half-mile from the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Sunrise Campground?

Garden City, Utah. Beautiful Bear Lake straddles the Utah/Idaho border and is just 6 miles from the campground.

Source: Getting there