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Lake Lillian

Sandy, Utah · Salt Lake County · Facility

USGS Quad: Dromedary Peak. This body of water is part of the Big Cottonwood drainage.

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40.60361, -111.69746
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Lake Lillian

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High58°F
Avg Low40°F
Peak Rain Chance31%
Humidity46%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality42 · Good
Today
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Snow
47°/33°
💧 31%🌬 14mph
↑ 5:58 AM ↓ 8:49 PM
Sun
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Mostly Clear
54°/36°
💧 1%🌬 12mph
↑ 5:58 AM ↓ 8:50 PM
Mon
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Overcast
61°/41°
💧 1%🌬 13mph
↑ 5:58 AM ↓ 8:51 PM
Tue
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Overcast
63°/43°
💧 1%🌬 10mph
↑ 5:57 AM ↓ 8:52 PM
Wed
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Overcast
67°/47°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
↑ 5:57 AM ↓ 8:52 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Lake Lillian

USGS Quad: Dromedary Peak. This body of water is part of the Big Cottonwood drainage.

Plan Your Visit to Lake Lillian

Heading to Lake Lillian? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Lake Lillian?

No central reservation system listed for Lake Lillian. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247085) for the latest entry policy and availability.

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