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Lewis Lake Campground

Lewis Lake Campground—elevation 7,800 ft (2377 m)—is about twelve miles (19 km) from the South Entrance and a short walk from the southeast shore of Lewis Lake. The maximum total vehicle length in the campground is 25 feet (7.5 m) . Water is only available from July 1st-October 1st. A boat ramp is located near the campground information and registration area. Canoes, kayaks, and motor boats are allowed on Lewis Lake. The park requires a boat permit and park staff will perform an aquatic invasive species inspection. Learn more on the park's Boat on a Lake web page. Visit the Fishing, Hiking, and/or Photography & Wildlife Watching web pages for many things to do.

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Lewis Lake site 37 fire ring
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Campsites

Standard, no hookups81
Host/management3
Total84

Amenities & rules

Pets allowedCampfires allowedMax vehicle length 25 ftRVs & trailersTents

Fees: Nightly fee cost: $20.00 Interagency Access and Senior Pass holders receive a 50% discount.

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

Lewis Lake Campground is twelve miles (19.3 km) north of the South Entrance. It is located on the road between South entrance and West Thumb.

Campgrounds nearby

Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.