## Overview

Elkhorn Campground is located 20 miles northeast of Loa, Utah, on the scenic
Thousand Lake Mountain at an elevation of approximately 9300 feet. Visitors
enjoy exploring local trails on foot, bike or off-road vehicle.

View Elkhorn Campground Map

## Recreation

Miles of trails, including the Great Western Trail, crisscross the area,
offering excellent hiking, biking and off-roading opportunities. Numerous
sparkling alpine lakes provide great fishing and scenery.

## Facilities

The campground contains one group site and a pavilion that can accommodate up
to 75 people, with large tables, grills, Dutch oven cooking surfaces and a
fire ring with benches.  
  
  
Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel. Elkhorn Ranger
Station is just across a meadow from the site. Drinking water has been shut
down for the season

## Natural Features

A thick stand of aspen, pine, and spruce trees covers the campground, offering
pleasant shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the surrounding meadow.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Elkhorn Campground is located 20 miles northeast of Loa, Utah, on the scenic Thousand Lake Mountain at an elevation of approximately 9300 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails on foot, bike or off-road vehicle.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1203403.pdf" rel="nofollow">View Elkhorn Campground Map</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Miles of trails, including the Great Western Trail, crisscross the area, offering excellent hiking, biking and off-roading opportunities. Numerous sparkling alpine lakes provide great fishing and scenery.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground contains one group site and a pavilion that can accommodate up to 75 people, with large tables, grills, Dutch oven cooking surfaces and a fire ring with benches. <br><br><br>Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel. Elkhorn Ranger Station is just across a meadow from the site.  Drinking water has been shut down for the season</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
A thick stand of aspen, pine, and spruce trees covers the campground, offering pleasant shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the surrounding meadow.

ELKHORN CAMPGROUND

Elkhorn Campground

Bird's eye view of the campground

Morrell Cua Dispersed

This trail is closed in higher elevations.

<p>This trail is closed in higher elevations.</p>

Hogan Pass Trailhead

## Overview

Sunglow Campground is located in a scenic red rock box canyon just 2 miles
from Bicknell, Utah. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to
Capitol Reef National Park.

View Sunglow Campground Map

## Recreation

Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area.
The Great Western Trail passes nearby.

## Facilities

The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people
each. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A large parking area can
accommodate trailers. The road to the campground is paved, but the road and
parking spurs within are gravel.

## Natural Features

The canyon sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Cottonwoods and junipers
provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the
landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

The Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area is nearby, just south of Bicknell,
with wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities.  
  
  
Capitol Reef National Park is approximately 20 miles away, offering excellent
hiking trails, historic sites, scenic driving and breathtaking scenery.  
  
  
  
Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular.
Travelers visit from every corner of the world to gaze upon stunning red rock
canyons and desert landscapes.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (877) 444-6777.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Sunglow Campground is located in a scenic red rock box canyon just 2 miles from Bicknell, Utah. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails and day-tripping to Capitol Reef National Park.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1203383.pdf" rel="nofollow">View Sunglow Campground Map </a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Many miles of trails for hiking, biking and off-road vehicles are in the area. The Great Western Trail passes nearby. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A large parking area can accommodate trailers. The road to the campground is paved, but the road and parking spurs within are gravel.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The canyon sits at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Cottonwoods and junipers provide very limited shade. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>The Ke Bullock Waterfowl Management Area is nearby, just south of Bicknell, with wildlife viewing and fishing opportunities.<br><br><br>Capitol Reef National Park is approximately 20 miles away, offering excellent hiking trails, historic sites, scenic driving and breathtaking scenery.<br><br><br><br>Sightseeing along Utah Highway 12, a National Scenic Byway, is very popular. Travelers visit from every corner of the world to gaze upon stunning red rock canyons and desert landscapes.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (877) 444-6777.

SUNGLOW CAMPGROUND

Sunglow Campground

<p>A trail open in lower elevations only.</p>

Sand Creek Gwt Trailhead

<p>Trailhead - Great Western Trail segment.</p>

Bicknell Bottoms Gwt Trailhead

## Overview

Bowery Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National
Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local
trails.

View Bowery Creek Campground Map

## Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is
famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for
rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are
popular activities.  
  
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins in the campground. It leads through
meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the
11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.  
  
The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern
side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing
900 feet in elevation.

## Facilities

The campground contains six group sites: three can accommodate up to 30 people
each, the other three up to 20 people each. A group day-use picnic site for up
to 100 people is located on-site. Several single-family sites are available as
well. Most sites have lake views.  
  
Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are
paved. The lake is just a short walk below the site and across the road.  
  
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing
supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas,
restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open
from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet on a sagebrush-covered
hillside above the valley floor, offering sweeping views of Fish Lake. Aspen
and cottonwood trees forest the site.

## Nearby Attractions

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional
fishing and boating opportunities.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Bowery Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1203071.pdf" rel="nofollow">View Bowery Creek Campground Map</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities. <br/>
<br/>
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins in the campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop. <br/>
<br/>
The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains six group sites: three can accommodate up to 30 people each, the other three up to 20 people each. A group day-use picnic site for up to 100 people is located on-site. Several single-family sites are available as well. Most sites have lake views. <br/>
<br/>
Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. The lake is just a short walk below the site and across the road.<br/>
<br/>
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet on a sagebrush-covered hillside above the valley floor, offering sweeping views of Fish Lake. Aspen and cottonwood trees forest the site.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities.

Panoramic view of Fish Lake

BOWERY CREEK

Forested campsite with a tent, picnic table, and RV

Bowery Creek

## Overview

Paiute Campground is 29 miles north of Loa, Utah, on Highway 25 adjacent to
Johnson Reservoir at 8,800 feet elevation. With 48 pull-through camp sites,
Piute campground is ideal for large groups or individual campers looking for a
secluded experience. Paiute Campground is located near Johnson Valley
Reservoir in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy
boating, fishing and exploring local trails.

## Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is
famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers alos enjoy fishing for
rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming, and scuba diving are
popular activities.

The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins near by. It leads through meadows and
dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish
Lake Hightop.

The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail exteds around the eastern side
of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900
feet in elevation.

## Facilities

All sites in the campgroung are single-family sites.

Pit toilets and drinking water are provided during regular operating season.
Roads and parking spurs are paved.

Water is shut off during shoulder seasons. Campground acess is limited by
snow.

## Natural Features

The campground sits at an elevation of 8,800 feet on a sagebrush-covered
hillside on the valley floor, offering sweeping views of the Aspen, Pine and
Cottonwood forest.

## Nearby Attractions

Johnson Valley Reservoir is near by, offering fishing and boating
opportunities. Visitors enjoy hiking the non-motorized trail from the
campground to nearby Tasha Creek and beyond.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Paiute Campground is 29 miles north of Loa, Utah, on Highway 25 adjacent to Johnson Reservoir at 8,800 feet elevation. With 48 pull-through camp sites, Piute campground is ideal for large groups or individual campers looking for a secluded experience.  Paiute Campground is located near Johnson Valley Reservoir in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers alos enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming, and scuba diving are popular activities.</p>

<p>The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins near by. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.</p>

<p>The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail exteds around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>All sites in the campgroung are single-family sites. </p>
<p>Pit toilets and drinking water are provided during regular operating season.  Roads and parking spurs are paved.  </p>
<p>Water is shut off during shoulder seasons.  Campground acess is limited by snow. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The campground sits at an elevation of 8,800 feet on a sagebrush-covered hillside on the valley floor, offering sweeping views of the Aspen, Pine and Cottonwood forest. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Johnson Valley Reservoir is near by, offering fishing and boating opportunities.  Visitors enjoy hiking the non-motorized trail from the campground to nearby Tasha Creek and beyond. </p>

This is a first come first serve campground. Sites cannot be reserved on
Rec.gov. However thus far campground has never been full.

Paiute Campground

Group picnic area will accommodate 100 people and 15 vehicles.  **Day use
only.**

<p>Group picnic area&nbsp;will accommodate 100 people and 15 vehicles.&nbsp; <strong>Day use only.</strong></p>

When not reserved, vehicles are an additional fee.  
  
Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by
High Country Recreation under the terms and conditions of a concession permit
that was issued to them by the Forest Service in 2020.  
  
Email: highcountryrec@gmail.com  
​Phone: 435-979-6868

Bowery Creek Group Rec Site

Tasha Creek Trailhead

## Overview

Mackinaw Campground is located next to Fish Lake and the Fishlake Scenic Byway
in central Utah at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing
and exploring local trails.

## Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is
famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for
rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are
popular activities.  
  
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins next door at Bowery Creek Campground.
It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it
climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.  
  
The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern
side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing
900 feet in elevation.

## Facilities

The campground contains four group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people
each. Picnic tables and fire rings with grills are provided. Several single-
family sites are available as well. Most sites have lake views.  
  
Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking
spurs are paved.  
  
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing
supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas,
restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open
from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

## Natural Features

The campground sits on a sagebrush-covered hillside above the valley floor and
offers views of Fish Lake. Aspen trees forest the site, providing partial
shade.

## Nearby Attractions

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional
fishing and boating opportunities.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Mackinaw Campground is located next to Fish Lake and the Fishlake Scenic Byway in central Utah at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities.<br/>
<br/>
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins next door at Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop. <br/>
<br/>
The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains four group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Picnic tables and fire rings with grills are provided. Several single-family sites are available as well. Most sites have lake views. <br/>
<br/>
Flush toilets, showers and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.
<br/>
<br/>
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits on a sagebrush-covered hillside above the valley floor and offers views of Fish Lake. Aspen trees forest the site, providing partial shade.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities.

MACKINAW

Mackinaw

Due to construction in the campground: Mackinaw is closed for the 2026 camping
season.

## Overview

Twin Creeks Picnic Area is is a day-use site located next to Fish Lake, Twin
Creeks and the Fishlake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Visitors
enjoy fishing, boating, exploring local trails and viewing spawning salmon
from the board walk that meanders along the creek. This takes place mid to
late fall. Some fish can usually be found year round.

## Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is
famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for
rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are
popular activities.  
  
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins a mile away at Bowery Creek Campground.
It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it
climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.  
  
The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern
side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing
900 feet in elevation.

## Facilities

Twin Creeks contains one accessible group picnic site that can accommodate up
to 100 people. A large shelter with lake views is on-site, covering several
picnic tables, grills and a campfire ring. An amphitheater is located to the
north across the parking area, ampatheator use can be coordinated through the
visitor center or by calling Fremont Rivier Ranger District. 435-836-2800  
Pavillion rental does not restrict day use from other visitors utalizing the
Twin Creeks area or acess to boardwalk and visitor center.  
  
Power outlets, lights, flush toilets and drinking water are provided with
rental. The large parking area and short trail to the shelter are paved and
ADA accesable. Twin Creeks boardwalk is located nearby for fish viewing.
Please do not disturb the fish!  
  
Trash collection is not provided with rental of pavillion. Please deposit all
trash at dumpster sites located at Mackinaw on highway 25 and Doctor Creek
dumpstation.  
  

## Natural Features

The shelter sits amid scattered pines and aspens on the shore above Fish Lake.
Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

## Nearby Attractions

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional
fishing and boating opportunities. Pando Clone is located on the south end of
the basin and identified with signs along highway 25. Lakeshore trail a
varying 17 mile loop.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Twin Creeks Picnic Area is is a day-use site located next to Fish Lake, Twin Creeks and the Fishlake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, exploring local trails and viewing spawning salmon from the board walk that meanders along the creek.  This takes place mid to late fall.  Some fish can usually be found year round.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities.<br/>
<br/>
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins a mile away at Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop. <br/>
<br/>
The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Twin Creeks contains one accessible group picnic site that can accommodate up to 100 people. A large shelter with lake views is on-site, covering several picnic tables, grills and a campfire ring. An amphitheater is located to the north across the parking area, ampatheator use can be coordinated through the visitor center or by calling Fremont Rivier Ranger District. 435-836-2800<br>Pavillion rental does not restrict day use from other visitors utalizing the Twin Creeks area or acess to boardwalk and visitor center.<br><br>Power outlets, lights, flush toilets and drinking water are provided with rental. The large parking area and short trail to the shelter are paved and ADA accesable.  Twin Creeks boardwalk is located nearby for fish viewing. Please do not disturb the fish!<br><br>Trash collection is not provided with rental of pavillion.  Please deposit all trash at dumpster sites located at Mackinaw on highway 25 and Doctor Creek dumpstation.<br><br></p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The shelter sits amid scattered pines and aspens on the shore above Fish Lake. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities. Pando Clone is located on the south end of the basin and identified with signs along highway 25.  Lakeshore trail a varying 17 mile loop.</p>

TWIN CREEKS PICNIC

Twin Creeks Picnic

## Overview

Tasha Equestrian Campground is located in central Utah, just 4 miles north of
beautiful Fish Lake at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy horseback
riding and fishing for famous Mackinaw lake trout.

## Recreation

Many miles of horseback riding, hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails
crisscross the area. Johnson Valley Reservoir is just a half-mile from the
campground, offering boating, fishing and a boat ramp.

## Facilities

Tasha Equestrian offers a group site with a picnic shelter, as well as single-
family sites. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and spurs
are gravel, but have good access for trailers and trucks.  
  
The camp is fully equipped for campers with horses. Corrals, a staging area,
hitching racks and trailheads are located within the facility.

## Natural Features

Tasha's high mountain setting is beautiful but remote and is prone to rapid
weather changes due to its elevation. The site is forested with a mixed stand
of aspen, spruce and pines, which provides partial shade. Most sites provide
sweeping mountain and valley views.

## Nearby Attractions

Fish Lake, Utah's largest natural mountain lake, is less than 10 minutes from
the campground. The lake is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout.
Boating, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the lake. Boat
ramps, rentals, a marina, fuel, groceries, restaurants and fishing and camping
supplies can all be found at Fish Lake.  
  
The Mytoge Mountain Trail, a 25-mile hiking/biking loop, offers everything
from easy cruising to challenging singletrack in the mountains around Fish
Lake.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Tasha Equestrian Campground is located in central Utah, just 4 miles north of beautiful Fish Lake at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy horseback riding and fishing for famous Mackinaw lake trout.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Many miles of horseback riding, hiking, biking and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the area. Johnson Valley Reservoir is just a half-mile from the campground, offering boating, fishing and a boat ramp. <h2>Facilities</h2>
Tasha Equestrian offers a group site with a picnic shelter, as well as single-family sites. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and spurs are gravel, but have good access for trailers and trucks. <br/>
<br/>
The camp is fully equipped for campers with horses. Corrals, a staging area, hitching racks and trailheads are located within the facility.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Tasha's high mountain setting is beautiful but remote and is prone to rapid weather changes due to its elevation. The site is forested with a mixed stand of aspen, spruce and pines, which provides partial shade. Most sites provide sweeping mountain and valley views.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Fish Lake, Utah's largest natural mountain lake, is less than 10 minutes from the campground. The lake is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Boating, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities on the lake. Boat ramps, rentals, a marina, fuel, groceries, restaurants and fishing and camping supplies can all be found at Fish Lake. <br/>
<br/>
The Mytoge Mountain Trail, a 25-mile hiking/biking loop, offers everything from easy cruising to challenging singletrack in the mountains around Fish Lake.

U.S. Forest Service sign located before the entrance to Tasha.

Tasha Equestrian Campground

TASHA EQUESTRIAN

Photo of Tasha Group site pavilion and picnic tables.

Tasha Group site pavilion.

Tashas flush restrooms.

Tasha Equestrian

## Overview

Frying Pan Campground is located on the Fishlake Scenic Byway in central Utah,
just 3 miles north of Fish Lake, at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy
boating, fishing and exploring local trails.

View Frying Pan Campground Map

## Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake and covers 2,500 acres. It
is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing
for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are
popular activities.  
  
The scenic Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side
of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900
feet in elevation.

## Facilities

The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 100 people,
with picnic tables, a campfire ring and large parking area. Several single-
family sites are available as well. Flush toilets and drinking water are
provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.  
  
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing
supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas,
restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open
from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

## Natural Features

The campground sits on a sagebrush-covered hillside above the valley floor and
offers views of the north end of Fish Lake Basin. Aspen trees forest the site,
providing limited shade.

## Nearby Attractions

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional
fishing and boating opportunities.  
  
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby at Bowery Creek Campground. It
leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs
to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Frying Pan Campground is located on the Fishlake Scenic Byway in central Utah, just 3 miles north of Fish Lake, at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1203079.pdf" rel="nofollow">View Frying Pan Campground Map</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake and covers 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities.<br/>
<br/>
The scenic Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 100 people, with picnic tables, a campfire ring and large parking area. Several single-family sites are available as well. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved.<br/>
<br/>
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground sits on a sagebrush-covered hillside above the valley floor and offers views of the north end of Fish Lake Basin. Aspen trees forest the site, providing limited shade.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities.<br/>
<br/>
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby at Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.

FRYING PAN

Frying Pan

Recreation residence not open to the public

<p>Recreation residence not open to the public</p>

Twin Creeks Rec Res

**Overview**  
Mallard Bay Overflow Camping Area is next to Fish Lake and the Fishlake Scenic
Byway in central Utah at an 9,000 feet elevation. The camping area is used as
an overflow camping area when all other campgrounds in the Fish Lake Basin are
full.

**Recreation**  
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is
famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for
rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are
popular activities. The five-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins at nearby Bowery
Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine
and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop. The popular
Lakeshore National Recreation Trail lines the eastern side of the lake. Hikers
are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet elevation.

<p><strong>Overview</strong><br />Mallard Bay Overflow Camping Area is next to Fish Lake and the Fishlake Scenic Byway in central Utah at an 9,000 feet elevation. The camping area is used as an overflow camping area when all other campgrounds in the Fish Lake Basin are full.</p><p><strong>Recreation</strong><br />Fish Lake is Utah&#39;s largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities.&nbsp;The five-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins at nearby Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.&nbsp;The popular Lakeshore National Recreation Trail lines the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet&nbsp;elevation.</p>

Please call or email for fees.  
  
Please Note: All campgrounds on the Fishlake National Forest are managed by
High Country Recreation under the terms and conditions of a concession permit
that was issued to them by the Forest Service in 2020.  
  
Email: highcountryrec@gmail.com  
​Phone: 435-633-3028

Mallard Bay Overflow Rec Site

## Overview

Doctor Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National
Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, wildlife viewing and
exploring local trails. Located within the Aspen Pando Clone it is a great
explore this world renound natural treasure.

View Doctor Creek Campground, Group Site & Dump station Map

## Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is
famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for
rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are
popular activities.  
  
The scenic Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side
of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900
feet in elevation.

## Facilities

The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 150 people
each, both with shelters, tables, campfire rings and grills. Several single-
family sites are available as well. Mallard Day Use site is located within the
campground.  
  
Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A dump station is located at
the campground entrance. Roads and parking spurs are paved.  
  
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing
supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas,
restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open
from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

## Natural Features

Doctor Creek sits at at an elevation of 9,000 feet on the southern tip of Fish
Lake on Mallard Bay. A series of ponds, known as Coots Slough, dot the area
just south of the campground. Aspens and cottonwoods provide limited shade in
this sagebrush-covered area. Sites on the outer edge of the campground offer
excellent lake views but no shade.

## Nearby Attractions

The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby at Bowery Creek Campground. It
leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs
to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.  
  
Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional
fishing and boating opportunities.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Doctor Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, wildlife viewing and exploring local trails.  Located within the Aspen Pando Clone it is a great explore this world renound natural treasure. </p>

<p><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1203070.pdf" rel="nofollow">View Doctor Creek Campground, Group Site & Dump station Map</a> </p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities.<br/>
<br/>
The scenic Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 150 people each, both with shelters, tables, campfire rings and grills. Several single-family sites are available as well. Mallard Day Use site is located within the campground.<br/>
<br/>
Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A dump station is located at the campground entrance. Roads and parking spurs are paved.<br/>
<br/>
Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Doctor Creek sits at at an elevation of 9,000 feet on the southern tip of Fish Lake on Mallard Bay. A series of ponds, known as Coots Slough, dot the area just south of the campground. Aspens and cottonwoods provide limited shade in this sagebrush-covered area. Sites on the outer edge of the campground offer excellent lake views but no shade.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby at Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.<br/>
<br/>
Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities.

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