Fishlake National Forest

Bring your kayak or canoe along on your trip to Bowery Creek Rec Site 'cause it's practically located on the shores of its namesake. Opportunities for fishing are abundant here, and you may enjoy cruising through U-25, named the Fishlake Scenic Byway for its high volume of reservoir and lake sightings. With hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing, wh Read more...

Nature lovers, get ready to hug some hunters. The proudly primitive Birch Creek Rec Site Campground is where the two disciplines unite, with activity offerings including hiking and nature viewing as well as in-season hunting. It’s where the Waldos meet the Davys. Fishlake National Forest’s raw beauty lends itself to big game, small game, non-game Read more...

Steep stairs and classic charm define Gooseberry Cabin, a historical refuge at which to enjoy the best Fishlake National Forest has to offer. Be prepared to BYO everything, from sheets to utensils and whatever else you want in your temporary home-to-be. Hike to several nearby creeks for some prime fishing, or just kick your feet up and relax. With Read more...

When it comes to camping, a really shady area is a plus, and Maple Grove Rec Site Group Campground more than fits the profile. Camping with others feels a lot less cramped when you’re protected from the sun by thick clumps of oaks and pines, not to mention perched on an overlook of a picturesque valley. If nothing else, taking a breather hike on 3 Read more...

Welcome to Adelaide Recreation Site Group Campground, located in a beautiful grove along Corn Creek. Let’s say you wanna go camping with a large group, maybe get in a little ATV exploration while you’re at it, but you’re not an especially rowdy crew. No loud music in the woods. You love nature and don’t care to drown it out too much. Here’s your s Read more...

Situated in a beautiful wooded area overlooking a valley, Maple Grove Rec Site Campground offers sites with basic amenities for what anyone on the planet would consider a sweet bargain. With access to great fishing and scenic trail hiking, you may ask, “What’s the catch?” Well, besides the catch of the day (which is likely to be rainbow trout), Ma Read more...

Adjacent to the Fishlake Scenic Byway, Mackinaw Rec Site will start off with a beautiful and memorable drive. You won't have to walk too far to make it to a body of water for some relaxing fishing, either. Hiking and nature lookouts are a staple, and if you come during the right time of summer you may even get the chance to take part in an outdoor Read more...

Spectacular scenery, awesome trails for foot travel, horseback riding, ATVs, and a rustic cabin for livin’ it up in the wilderness. What more could you want in a wilderness getaway? From 10,000 feet above sea level, the views in the Big Flat area will take your breath away. The cabin is hidden away, near a lookout with fantastic views of the surro Read more...

At Maple Hollow Rec Site Campground, you can enjoy picnicking and campfire goodness between hitting the trails (on foot or with your OHV) and venturing into the wilderness of beautiful Fishlake National Forest. Bring along the marshmallows, beer, and all your camping essentials for a guaranteed good time hanging out in the Utah wilds. Life elevate Read more...

Pack up your best buds and head to the City Creek Recreation Site and Group Campground for a good time in the deep woods. Fish for rainbow trout in the creek, explore the equestrian, ATV, and hiking trails nearby, or just chill at the campground beneath the cottonwood trees while listening to the gentle sound of water tinkling by. Everybody say “a Read more...

Something smells fishy, and—oh, wait, it's just Doctor Creek Rec Site. Located on Fish Lake Basin, this is THE place to be if you're an angler. Trawl one of five bodies of water close to the campsite, or walk a little further if you're looking for some river and stream fishing. Big game hunting is also permitted here, and five different hiking tra Read more...

You’ll reach Mahogany Cove Campground from the Beaver Canyon Scenic Byway, which winds through the scenic Tushar Mountains. The campground is located in a grassy meadow, with views of the mountains and Beaver Canyons. Spend the day hiking, fishing, and kayaking, and snuggle up around the campfire circle in the evening for a classic good time. Read more...

The campground at Little Reservoir is nestled into the high mountains in a forest of ponderosa pine, pinion, juniper and scrub oak. A paved trail leads down to the reservoir, which is popular with anglers. The campground is also near the cascading South Fork Beaver River. Explore the rugged mountain landscape by foot or bike and be prepared to fin Read more...

Little Cottonwood Campground is a high mountain site that sits along Bear River. Most of the campsites are well-shaded by cottonwood, aspen, pinion, juniper, and ponderosa pine. Enjoy exploring the rugged landscape by foot, horse, or ATV. And keep a lookout for wildlife including elk, moose, black bear, cougar, and mountain goats!Read more...

The only thing better than the spectacular scenery surrounding Kents Lake Rec Site Campground? All the activities the area has to offer! Hike, hunt, fish, and rev up your ATV on the trails that snake around the lake. In the winter, get your cross-country skiing on and try your hand at ice fishing. Just make sure you bundle up!Read more...

Tushar Lakeside Campground is near the shores of the high-elevation Lower Kents Lake, in the Tushar Mountain Range. The campsites are surrounded by a forest of aspen and mixed conifer. Spend your day on the lake fishing and canoeing, or play a game of volleyball on the sand! Or you could do all three!Read more...

Searching for a serene and rustic camping experience in a beautiful lakeside setting? Look no further! LeBaron Lake Campground is a small, high mountain campground with no facilities except a vault toilet. Bring your fishing supplies and try your luck at catching rainbow trout and native Arctic grayling. No motorized boats are allowed here, so bri Read more...

Located five miles from the small town of Oak City, Oak Creek Rec Site has some beautiful trail hiking in store for someone looking for a laid-back camping experience. Given its medium usage, you won't have to run into everyone and their brother here, though you may just strike up an unexpected friendship with a fellow camper. Read more...

Spruce, Aspen, Fir, oh my! Nestled beneath the tall, shady trees you’ll find the Anderson Meadow Recreation Site and Campground. Roll out of your sleeping bag in the morning and make the easy walk down to Anderson Meadow Reservoir for some awesome bird watching, hiking, and of course, fishing. Retire back to the cozy campground (it’s nice and quie Read more...

Blaze up that campfire because you've got big fish to fry at Frying Pan Rec Site. Enjoy the fishing opportunities and lace up your boots if you're looking for a healthy hike. Take your time on the way up, because Frying Pan Rec Site is near the Fishlake Scenic Byway on U-25. Charge those batteries in your camera and get ready to snap away, this ar Read more...

When’s the last time you used your first aid kit? Well, we hope you'll continue to keep its lid closed on your visit to Gooseberry Rec Site Campground, but it might not hurt of have along just in case! Located in Fishlake National Forest, this remote campground is a great escape, but it is definitely out there—it’s 18-miles to the closest civiliza Read more...

Combine the allure of high mountain peaks, incredible panoramic landscapes, and an awesome, full-service equestrian campground, and you’ve got a recipe for the most delightful camping adventure Utah has to offer. After exploring miles and miles of rugged trails on horseback, reward your ride with luxurious accommodations, including large corrals, Read more...

Right across the street from Johnson Valley Reservoir and surrounded by Fishlake National Forest, Paiute Rec Site Campground is all about proximity. A stay here will set you up with easy access to hiking and biking trails, fishing or swimming in the reservoir, and easy access to Fishlake Scenic Byway (rife with rad vistas and wildlife viewing). Th Read more...

Are you a hunter or a hiker? At Elk Horn Rec Site, we won't make you choose. Get your game face on for a treasure find, or just trek the trails in hopes of spotting some native wildlife. The opportunity to bike around or fish just adds to the charm. Read more...

Listen closely. You might hear the sound of water running through remote Oak Creek Campground, where conifers, aspens, and peacefulness abound. With designated quiet hours and appealing off-site activities (like fishing at Lower Bowns and Oak Creek Reservoirs or nature-viewing hikes) the campground is free to play host to Mother Nature’s full pale Read more...

For earth-defying beauty that will knock your socks off, head 7,000 feet above sea level to Sunglow Rec Site Campground. Start on Utah’s most scenic highway, Route 12, and set up camp at this tiny campground in the heart of Red Rock Country. You’re conveniently located near Capitol Reef National Park, miles of hiking, biking, and ATV trails, and p Read more...

Don’t let the name fool you—there’s more than one tree at Singletree Campground. You may be in the heart of Red Rock Country, but whoever chose this campground’s location chose very well indeed. Set up your tent or park your RV in the shade of towering aspens and ponderosa pines. Then get busy exploring the rugged desert landscape. You’ll find bea Read more...

Scoop up some trout for that whole roasted trout recipe you’ve been dog-earing and salivating over at the plentiful waters of Lower Bowns Reservoir and Lower Pleasant Creek in Upper Pleasant Creek Campground. This much-loved camping spot in the belly of Fishlake National Forest offers primitive camping for tent campers and small RVs. Don’t miss th Read more...

Pleasant Creek Campground is a popular place for hiking and trout fishing (at Lower Pleasant Creek or Lower Bowns Reservoir), but its most notable feature might be all the surrounding sightseeing goodness, including Scenic Byway 12, which travels at high elevations and past ancient rugged landscapes. The campground is on the small side and has qui Read more...

Ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush? Get up high on the Colorado Plateau and snag one of just two group campgrounds specifically for ATVers. Getting to Rosebud ATV campground is half the fun. You’ll be crusin’ along one of the southwest’s most scenic highways. After setting up camp, hop on the Rosebud ATV trail, a secluded and rugged trail for Read more...

Fish away me maties, for Lower Bowns and Campground Rec Site has plenty of bounty. A short walk away from the campground, Lower Bowns Reservoir is full of rainbows awaiting a good ol' pairing of whiskey. With big game hunting and some gnarly day hiking opportunities as well, we have a feeling you'll enjoy your stay here, cap'n. Read more...

Get rustic at Aquarius GS Cabin, where a wood cook and propane stove may merit wearing some Little House on the Prairie garb. This quaint little cabin is outfitted with utensils and the like, though bringing extra and some sheets certainly wouldn't hurt. With fishing and ATV riding nearby, you'll get a healthy mix of old-fashioned and new-fangled Read more...