Joes Valley Reservoir

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115 WEST CANYON ROAD
FERRON, UT 84523

Overview

Joe's Valley Reservoir Campground is located in a high mountain valley next to its namesake, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the surrounding off-road vehicle trails. A paved road winds around the lake but quickly turns to dirt once the elevation begins to increase.

Recreation

The reservoir offers good fishing for cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, tiger muskie and trophy splake. Boating, water skiing and canoeing are popular on the lake. A boat ramp is located nearby on the eastern shoreline. Horseback riding, bouldering, hiking and mountain biking are popular in the area as well.

Facilities

The campground contains several single and double-family campsites, all of which are accessible. Many sites have lake views and some sites are shaded. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Boat ramps can be found nearby for easy lake access. 

Natural Features

Joe's Valley is situated on the Wasatch Plateau in Central Utah. Juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush cover the area, and aspens and pines dot the surrounding hillsides. Located on a reservoir, there is nearby access to Seely Creek, Littles Creek, North Dragon Creek, and Lowry Water. 

Nearby Attractions

Renowned bouldering opportunities are located in nearby Straight and Cottonwood Canyons. Popular mountain fisheries at Grassy Lake, Pete's Hole, and Potters Ponds are all within 10 miles of the group site. The 370-mile Arapeen Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System can be accessed directly from the Reeder Trailhead, which includes 66 and 55-inch OHV trails. Attractions at Joe's Valley Reservoir include the Orange Olsen Guard Station cabin rentals, and Joe's Valley Group Pavilion.

Camp site features

Across 51 camp sites:

  • Fire pit: 8 of 51 sites
  • Pets allowed: 10 of 51 sites
  • ADA accessible: 1 of 51 sites
  • Longest rig: 40 ft
  • Largest party: 12 people
  • Equipment: RV, Tent, Trailer

Directions

From Price, Utah, travel 45 miles south on State Road 10, to the junction of State Roads 10 and 29. Turn west on State Road 29 and continue through Orangeville, approximately 12 miles. Turn north at the stop sign and follow State Road 29 approximately 18 miles to the campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 1 PM.

Reviews

94 reviews
5 stars
57
4 stars
25
3 stars
9
2 stars
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1 stars
1
Hollie N
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Reviewed a month ago
When we reserved the sapce it said there was water available, but shortly before our reservation date we were informed the campground was under construction & there would be no water available. That information should have been made clear before our reservation was accepted. It completely changed our trip
Kari R
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Reviewed 8 months ago
Love Joe’s Valley!
James W
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Reviewed 10 months ago
I had two main issues with the campground. First, there was no camp host. Because of this the vault toilets werern't cleaned on a regular basis and this led to an invasion of flies. I'm not talking about a few, I'm talking about thousands mostly conglomerated in the toilet buildings. One was so bad I couldn't use it. Second, what's with cutting down green trees that aren't in a congested area tree wise? It seems as though the trees were cut at random and standing dead trees were left alone. I understand clearing tree density but many of the cut trees were alone in their area. It made no sense.
Mike P
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Reviewed a year ago
Great campground! Variety of sites; back-in, pull through, lots of shade or mostly sun. Multiple restrooms and water spigots. Beautiful views and easy access to the lakes, mountains and trails in the area.
Sandra A
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Reviewed a year ago
Fun spot
Kelli C
Loop:Joes
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Reviewed a year ago
Clean we had plenty of room. Nice campground. We love Joes Valley!!!
Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Popularity: Very quiet

Busiest in August, when about 19% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 11 years of reservations.

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