Brooklyn Lake Campground
Beautiful view but Busy
We stayed at Brooklyn Lake Campground after arriving on a Tuesday afternoon the week before the Fourth of July. We had originally planned to stay at Sugarloaf Campground, but it was already full.
The scenery here is absolutely beautiful. The mountain views surrounding the lake are stunning, and we were lucky enough to see several moose during our stay. The vault toilets were well maintained, and having access to a hand pump for water was a nice amenity. The pump does have an unusual design—you have to hold an extra piece in place while pumping to get the water to flow from the correct spout—but once you figure it out, it works fine.
One unexpected highlight was the fishing. My husband caught a splake in Brooklyn Lake, which made for a memorable experience.
The biggest downside was how busy the campground was. There was a constant stream of campers arriving and leaving, so it never felt especially peaceful. The lake was also crowded, making it difficult to find a good fishing spot. Another thing to be aware of is how incredibly dry the area is. Even after drinking plenty of water and using lotion, our skin still felt dry after three days.
Overall, Brooklyn Lake Campground is a gorgeous place to camp if you’re looking for incredible mountain and lake views and the chance to see wildlife. If you’re visiting around a holiday, though, expect crowds and plan accordingly.











