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

Bird's eye view of the campground

Tasha Creek Trailhead

## 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

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

## 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

Black Flat Cua Dispersed

## 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

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

Cabin Rental. Mt Terrill Guard Station is a rustic two room cabin on the
Fishlake National Forest in central Utah about 30 miles southeast of Salina.
Mt Terrill is located on a high elevation meadow (over 9,800 feet) by a grove
of conifer trees near the top of the paved Seven Mile-Gooseberry road #640
between Salina and Fish Lake.  Wildflowers fill the meadow in July and
wildlife such as deer and elk are often seen.  Summer days are warm and nights
are quite cool.  The site can accommodate a maximum of 50 people, but there is
only one queen bed and two sets of bunk beds for a capacity of 6 people
sleeping inside the building.  No linins, bedding, or pillows are provided.
RV's and tents are allowed outside.  The two room cabin is equipped with a
kitchen table and chairs, a wood stove, a propane range (no oven), propane
heater, countertop, couch and chairs.  There is no water available on site.
Guests are encouraged to bring dishes, utensils, cooking pans, towels, water,
and soap.  A vault toilet is located adjacent to the cabin, plus there is a
fire circle, benches, and a picnic table.  Some battery operated lighting may
be available in the cabin, but please bring your own battery operated
lighting.  No garbage service provided; please pack-out all you pack-in.  The
station provides a great base camp for recreation activities such as relaxing,
OHV riding, wildlife viewing, hunting, hiking, wildflower viewing, and
fishing.  Use is by reservation only through Recreation.gov - Camping, Cabins,
RVs, Permits, Passes & More

Guests are required to keep the facility clean during their stay and clean up
prior to departing.  Maid service is not available.  Limited cleaning supplies
are provided and guests must clean up after their stay.  Check-out time is by
11:00 a.m.  Reservations available June 10 through October 30.

<div class="grid-container"><div class="grid-row"><div class="tablet:grid-col"><p><img alt="A dirt road leads to a metal gate that stands in the foreground of Mt Terrill Guard Station sign." src="https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/FSEPRD1139476.jpg" /></p></div></div></div><p>Cabin Rental. Mt Terrill Guard Station is a rustic two room cabin on the Fishlake National Forest in central Utah about 30&nbsp;miles southeast of Salina.&nbsp; Mt Terrill&nbsp;is located on a high elevation meadow (over 9,800 feet) by a grove of conifer trees near the top of the paved Seven Mile-Gooseberry road #640 between Salina and Fish Lake.&nbsp; Wildflowers fill the meadow in July and wildlife such as deer and elk are often seen.&nbsp; Summer days are warm and nights are quite cool.&nbsp; The site can accommodate a maximum of 50 people, but there is only one queen&nbsp;bed and two sets of bunk beds for a capacity of 6 people sleeping inside the building.&nbsp; No linins, bedding, or pillows are provided.&nbsp; RV&rsquo;s and tents are allowed outside.&nbsp; The two room cabin is equipped with a kitchen table and chairs, a wood stove, a propane range (no oven), propane heater, countertop, couch and chairs.&nbsp; There is no water available on site.&nbsp; Guests are encouraged to bring dishes, utensils, cooking pans, towels, water, and soap.&nbsp; A vault toilet is located adjacent to the cabin, plus there is a fire circle, benches, and a picnic table.&nbsp; Some battery operated lighting may be&nbsp;available in the cabin, but please bring your own battery operated lighting.&nbsp; No garbage service provided;&nbsp;please&nbsp;pack-out all you pack-in.&nbsp; The station&nbsp;provides a great base camp for recreation activities such as relaxing, OHV riding, wildlife viewing, hunting, hiking, wildflower viewing, and fishing.&nbsp; Use is by reservation only through&nbsp;<a href="https://www.recreation.gov/">Recreation.gov - Camping, Cabins, RVs, Permits, Passes &amp; More</a></p><p>Guests are required to keep the facility clean during their stay and clean up prior to departing.&nbsp; Maid service is not available.&nbsp; Limited cleaning supplies are provided and guests must clean up after their stay.&nbsp; Check-out time is by 11:00 a.m.&nbsp; Reservations available June 10 through October 30.</p>

Only 6 people are able to sleep inside the cabin (2 bunk beds and 1 queen bed
available) with up to 50 people allowed within the site per reservation.
Reservations must be made on **recreation.gov**  or by calling 877-444-6777 at
least 2 days, and no more than 180 days, in advance. This site does not honor
America the Beautiful passes.  
  
Mt Terrill Guard Station is managed by the Fishlake National Forest. Phone:
435-896-9233. For reservations and information contact **recreation.gov** or
call 877-444-6777.

Mt. Terrill Guard Station Cabin

## Overview

Mt Terrill Guard Station is located on the Fishlake National Forest in Central
Utah about 30 miles southeast of Salina. The cabin sits at near the top of the
paved Seven Mile-Gooseberry road #640 between Salina and Fish Lake. The guard
station provides a great base camp for recreation activities such as relaxing,
OHV riding, wildlife viewing, hunting, hiking, wildflower viewing, and
fishing.

## Recreation

Johnson Reservoir is 7 miles with Fish Lake being 15 miles south of Mt
Terrill. Fishing, food services, boat rentals, and supplies are available at
Fish Lake. North of Mt Terrill are small fishing ponds such as Gates Lake,
Salina Reservoir, Farnsworth Reservoir, and Cold Springs.

Wildflower and wildlife viewing are fun activities. OHV riding, equestrian,
biking, and hiking opportunities are available in the area. Big game hunting
for elk and deer is also a popular activity.

## Facilities

The rustic Mt. Terrill Guard Station is a two room cabin with a kitchen and
bedroom. The site can accommodate a maximum of 50 people, but there is only
one queen bed and two sets of bunk beds for a capacity of 6 people sleeping
inside the building. No linins, bedding, or pillows are provided. RV’s and
tents are allowed outside.

The cabin is equipped with a kitchen table and chairs, a wood stove, a propane
range, propane heater, countertop, couch and chair. There is no water
available on site. Guests are encouraged to bring dishes, utensils, cooking
pans, towels, water and soap. No key or combination is required for entry.

A vault toilet is located adjacent to the cabin, plus a fire circle, benches,
and a picnic table. Some battery operated lighting may be available in the
cabin. Bring your own battery operated lights.

No pets are allowed in the Guard Station.

No smoking allowed in the Guard Station

No garbage service is available; pack-out all you pack-in.

No shooting within 150 yards of the facility.

Guests are required to keep the facility clean during their stay. Maid service
is not available. Leave the facility cleaner than you found it.

Reservation ends at 11:00 AM and the facility needs to be clean and ready for
the next group. Yor reservation begins at 2:00 PM, please do not arrive early.

Mt Terrill is located about 30 miles southeast of Salina Utah. From Salina
travel about 7 miles east on Interstate 70 to the Gooseberry exit #63. Go
south on the two-lane paved Gooseberry road #640 for about 22 miles to the Mt
Terrill Guard Station on the right. From Fish Lake travel 8 miles on SR25 to
Johnson reservoir, then turn left onto the paved Gooseberry road #640 for
about 7 miles to the Mt Terrill Guard Station.

## Natural Features

Mt Terrill Guard Station is located on a high elevation meadow near a grove of
conifer trees at an elevation of 9,800 feet. Wildflowers fill the meadow in
July and wildlife such as deer and elk are often seen. Summer days are warm
and nights are quite cool.

Mt Terrill rises to an elevation of 11,547 feet and can be seen to the east of
the guard station. Lost Creek reservoir is west of the building and does not
have fish.

Due to the guard station’s high elevation, guests should be prepared for all
types of weather.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (435) 896-9233.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Mt Terrill Guard Station is located on the Fishlake National Forest in Central Utah about 30 miles southeast of Salina.  The cabin sits at near the top of the paved Seven Mile-Gooseberry road #640 between Salina and Fish Lake.  The guard station provides a great base camp for recreation activities such as relaxing, OHV riding, wildlife viewing, hunting, hiking, wildflower viewing, and fishing. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Johnson Reservoir is 7 miles with Fish Lake being 15 miles south of Mt Terrill.  Fishing, food services, boat rentals, and supplies are available at Fish Lake.  North of Mt Terrill are small fishing ponds such as Gates Lake, Salina Reservoir, Farnsworth Reservoir, and Cold Springs. </p>
<p>Wildflower and wildlife viewing are fun activities.  OHV riding, equestrian, biking, and hiking opportunities are available in the area.  Big game hunting for elk and deer is also a popular activity.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The rustic Mt. Terrill Guard Station is a two room cabin with a kitchen and bedroom.  The site can accommodate a maximum of 50 people, but there is only one queen bed and two sets of bunk beds for a capacity of 6 people sleeping inside the building.  No linins, bedding, or pillows are provided.  RV’s and tents are allowed outside.    </p>
<p>The cabin is equipped with a kitchen table and chairs, a wood stove, a propane range, propane heater, countertop, couch and chair.  There is no water available on site.  Guests are encouraged to bring dishes, utensils, cooking pans, towels, water and soap.  No key or combination is required for entry. </p>
<p>A vault toilet is located adjacent to the cabin, plus a fire circle, benches, and a picnic table.  Some battery operated lighting may be available in the cabin. Bring your own battery operated lights. </p>
<p>No pets are allowed in the Guard Station. </p>
<p>No smoking allowed in the Guard Station </p>
<p>No garbage service is available; pack-out all you pack-in. </p>
<p>No shooting within 150 yards of the facility.   </p>
<p>Guests are required to keep the facility clean during their stay.  Maid service is not available.  Leave the facility cleaner than you found it.   </p>
<p>Reservation ends at 11:00 AM and the facility needs to be clean and ready for the next group.  Yor reservation begins at 2:00 PM, please do not arrive early.</p>
<p>Mt Terrill is located about 30 miles southeast of Salina Utah.  From Salina travel about 7 miles east on Interstate 70 to the Gooseberry exit #63.  Go south on the two-lane paved Gooseberry road #640 for about 22 miles to the Mt Terrill Guard Station on the right.  From Fish Lake travel 8 miles on SR25 to Johnson reservoir, then turn left onto the paved Gooseberry road #640 for about 7 miles to the Mt Terrill Guard Station.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Mt Terrill Guard Station is located on a high elevation meadow near a grove of conifer trees at an elevation of 9,800 feet.  Wildflowers fill the meadow in July and wildlife such as deer and elk are often seen.  Summer days are warm and nights are quite cool.</p>

<p>Mt Terrill rises to an elevation of 11,547 feet and can be seen to the east of the guard station.  Lost Creek reservoir is west of the building and does not have fish.</p>

<p>Due to the guard station’s high elevation, guests should be prepared for all types of weather.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (435) 896-9233.

Mt Terrill Guard Station

Mt Terrill entry gate and sign looking north

Mt Terrill Entry Gate

Mt Terrill restroom

Mt Terrill Kitchen

Mt Terrill Kitchen/Living Room

Mt Terrill living room and kitchen looking east

Mt Terrill living room/kitchen

Mt Terrill bedroom

Mt Terrill bedroom door

## 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

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.

*Reserved campsites on Rec.gov will have a reservation name posted on site marker.*

First Come First Serve:

1st. Occupy campsite, note number, return within 30 minutes.

2nd. Fill out envelope and enclose fee.

3rd. Detach stub and deposit envelope in fee box.

4th. Attach stub to post located at occupied site. If no post display on
dashboard.

Looking Southeast towards Mallard Bay Day Use are and campground overflow.

DOCTOR CREEK OVERFLOW ACESS

DOCTOR CREEK

DOCTOR CREEK GROUP SITE

Doctor Creek

Salina Reservoir is located in along the paved Gooseberry Road 640 at an
elevation of almost 9,700 feet.  Most dispersed camp sites are found near
aspen and conifer trees for shade.  There is a gravel parking lot and vault
restroom.  Salina Reservoir is located to the west and can be good fishing.
Popular activities include wildlife viewing, hunting, horseback riding,
hiking, and OHV riding on designated routes.  Please pack-out what you pack-
in.  Camping stay limit is 16 days.

<div class="grid-container"><div class="grid-row"><div class="tablet:grid-col"><p>Salina Reservoir&nbsp;is&nbsp;located in along the paved Gooseberry Road 640&nbsp;at an elevation of almost&nbsp;9,700 feet.&nbsp; Most dispersed camp sites are found&nbsp;near&nbsp;aspen and conifer trees for shade.&nbsp; There is a gravel parking lot and vault restroom.&nbsp; Salina Reservoir&nbsp;is located to the west&nbsp;and can be good fishing. Popular activities include&nbsp;wildlife viewing, hunting, horseback riding, hiking, and OHV riding on designated routes.&nbsp; Please pack-out what you pack-in.&nbsp; Camping stay limit is 16 days.&nbsp;</p></div></div></div>

Salina Reservoir CUA Dispersed Camping

Harves River dispersed camping is located in a large meadow at an elevation of
over 9,500 feet and are shaded by aspen and conifer trees. Facilities include
a vault restroom, information kiosk, with graveled roads and camp spurs.
Farnsworth reservoir is located northwest of the dispersed camp sites
(FR030/GB13) and can be great fishing. There is also fishing at Twin Ponds,
Cold Springs and Salina Reservoir, plus 50" ATV trail riding on designated
routes, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Please pack-out all you pack-in. Camping
stay limit is 16 days.

<p>Harves River dispersed camping is located in a large meadow at an elevation of over 9,500 feet and are shaded by aspen and conifer trees. Facilities include a vault restroom, information kiosk, with graveled roads and camp spurs. Farnsworth reservoir is located northwest of the dispersed camp sites (FR030/GB13) and can be great fishing. There is also fishing at Twin Ponds, Cold Springs and Salina Reservoir, plus 50&quot; ATV trail riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Please pack-out all you pack-in. Camping stay limit is 16 days.</p>

Harves River CUA Dispersed Camping

Gates Lake dispersed camping is located next to Gates Lake reservoir at an
elevation of nearly 9,800 feet and is shaded by aspen and conifer trees.
Facilities include a vault restroom and information kiosk.  Gates Lake
reservoir is available for fishing.  The road to Gates Lake (FR040) can be
rough and is not recommended for trailers.  There is also 50" ATV riding on
designated routes, camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing.  Please pack-out all
you pack-in.  Camping stay limit is 16 days.

<p>Gates Lake dispersed camping is&nbsp;located next to Gates Lake reservoir at an elevation of nearly&nbsp;9,800 feet and is&nbsp;shaded by aspen and conifer trees.&nbsp; Facilities include a vault restroom and information kiosk.&nbsp; Gates Lake&nbsp;reservoir is available for&nbsp;fishing.&nbsp; The road to Gates Lake (FR040) can be rough and is not recommended for trailers.&nbsp; There is also&nbsp;50&quot; ATV riding on designated routes, camping, hiking, and wildlife viewing.&nbsp; Please pack-out all you pack-in.&nbsp; Camping stay limit is 16 days.&nbsp;</p>

Gates Lake CUA Dispersed Camping

This trail is closed in higher elevations.

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

Hogan Pass Trailhead

Farnsworth Dispersed camping is located at an elevation of over 9,000 feet and
are mostly shaded by aspen trees.  Facilities include a vault restroom,
information kiosk, with graveled roads and camp spurs.  Farnsworth reservoir
is located about 1.5 miles west of the dispersed camp sites (FR284) and can be
great fishing.  There is also fishing at Twin Ponds, Cold Springs and Salina
Reservoir, plus 50" ATV riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife
viewing.  Please pack-out all you pack-in.  Camping stay limit is 16 days.

<p>Farnsworth Dispersed camping is&nbsp;located at an elevation of over&nbsp;9,000 feet and are mostly shaded by aspen trees.&nbsp; Facilities include a vault restroom, information kiosk, with&nbsp;graveled roads and camp spurs.&nbsp; Farnsworth&nbsp;reservoir is located about 1.5&nbsp;miles&nbsp;west&nbsp;of the dispersed camp sites (FR284) and can be great fishing.&nbsp; There is also fishing at Twin Ponds, Cold Springs&nbsp;and Salina Reservoir,&nbsp;plus 50&quot; ATV riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife viewing.&nbsp; Please pack-out all you pack-in.&nbsp; Camping stay limit is 16 days.&nbsp;</p>

Farnsworth CUA Dispersed Camping

Cold Springs dispersed camp sites are located at an elevation of over 9,000
feet and are shaded by aspen trees. Facilities include a vault restroom,
information kiosk, with graveled roads and camp spurs. Cold Springs reservoir
is located at the west end of the dispersed camp sites (FR031) and can be
great fishing. There is also fishing at Twin Ponds, Farnsworth and Salina
Reservoir, plus 50 inch ATV riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife
viewing. Please pack-out all you pack-in. Camping stay limit is 16 days.

<p>Cold Springs dispersed camp sites are located at an elevation of over 9,000 feet and are shaded by aspen trees. Facilities include a vault restroom, information kiosk, with graveled roads and camp spurs. Cold Springs reservoir is located at the west end of the dispersed camp sites (FR031) and can be great fishing. There is also fishing at Twin Ponds, Farnsworth and Salina Reservoir, plus 50 inch ATV riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife viewing. Please pack-out all you pack-in. Camping stay limit is 16 days.</p>

Cold Springs CUA Dispersed Camping

Twin Ponds dispersed camp sites are located at an elevation of over 9,000 feet
and are shaded by aspen trees.  Facilities include a vault restroom,
information kiosk, with graveled roads and camp spurs.  Twin Ponds reservoir
may be good fishing and is located at the west end of the dispersed camp sites
(FR309) past the gate then off the first hill.  There is also fishing at Abes
Reservoir, Cold Springs, Farnsworth, and Salina Reservoir.  Popular activities
include 50" ATV riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
Please pack-out all you pack-in.  Camping stay limit is 16 days.

<div class="grid-container"><div class="grid-row"><div class="tablet:grid-col"><p>Twin Ponds dispersed camp&nbsp;sites are located at an elevation of over&nbsp;9,000 feet and are shaded by aspen trees.&nbsp; Facilities include a vault restroom, information kiosk, with&nbsp;graveled roads and camp spurs.&nbsp; Twin Ponds&nbsp;reservoir may be good fishing and is located at the west end of the dispersed camp sites (FR309) past the gate then&nbsp;off the first hill.&nbsp; There is also fishing at Abes Reservoir, Cold Springs, Farnsworth, and Salina Reservoir.&nbsp; Popular activities include 50&quot; ATV riding on designated routes, hiking, and wildlife viewing.&nbsp; Please pack-out all you pack-in.&nbsp; Camping stay limit is 16 days.&nbsp;</p></div></div></div>