Trial Lake Campground
Reviewed Sep. 1, 2018

Not worth it in dry years. Maybe during spring but no way in summer fall

Very similar to the dispersed camping around Trial Lake this campground resides on the East side and features picnic tables and fire rings at the developed sites. The host at the campground offers wood but definitely bring your own water as due to the dry water year they have shut off all of the spigots at most of the campgrounds along Mirror Lake Hwy. Trial Lake has been especially hit hard this year with the lake resembling more of a puddle and is visibly about 50' lower than where the shoreline previously was at springtime. So if you're looking for some pristine lakeside mountain camping your best bet is to head to Mooshorn, Lilly Lake, Butterfly Lake, Mirror Lake, or do some backpacking if those are all filled up. Fees are $23 a night in addition to the Mirror Lake Hwy Rec. Pass which is $6 for 3 days and $12 for the week

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Trial Lake Campground by Alan B., September 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Trial Lake Campground by Alan B., September 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Trial Lake Campground by Alan B., September 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Trial Lake Campground by Alan B., September 1, 2018