Can you reserve a site at Lake Hill?

Yes, Lake Hill is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Lake Hill have?

15 sites in total, of which 6 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Lake Hill?

30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Lake Hill?

Yes, pets are allowed at Lake Hill.

Are campfires allowed at Lake Hill?

Campfires are allowed at Lake Hill. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Lake Hill, Utah — 6 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Lake Hill Campground is situated next to pretty Lake Hill Reservoir just five miles from Ephraim, Utah at an elevation of 8,400 feet. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing and exploring local trails.

Recreation

Canoeing and rainbow trout fishing are popular activities on the small but scenic man-made reservoir.

Facilities

The campground contains two groups sites: GP1 is located on a hillside above the lake, but the lake is not visible; GP3 is next to the lake and offers scenic views. However, expect high volumes of traffic near GP3 Additional single-family sites are available as well, most of which are below the lake. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are dirt.

Natural Features

A mixed forest of spruce, fir and aspen covers the area, offering partial shade in most sites, with some more exposed than others. Summer wildflowers and wildlife are abundant.

Nearby Attractions

Ephraim Canyon is a haven for ATV enthusiasts. Several trails crisscross the region, making up part of the 350 plus miles of the exciting Arapeen OHV Trail System. Jimmies Fork Trail and the Great Basin Experimental Trail begin nearby, offering hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding opportunities.

The self-guided Great Basin Experimental Range Auto Tour runs along Ephraim Canyon, offering a glimpse into the history and workings of one of North America's oldest range research sites.

The facts

Season: May — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
6 bookable sites
15 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 30 ft
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: FAM, LAKE, MANAGEMENT SITES, Scan and Pay

Site types

9 Management
4 Standard Nonelectric
2 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

15 campsites at Lake Hill

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
002	FAM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
004	FAM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
009	FAM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
011	FAM	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	6	🐾
GP1	LAKE	Group Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	25 ft	30	🐾
GP3	LAKE	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	25 ft	50	🐾
003x	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
005	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
006	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
007	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
008	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
010	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	—	—	—	—
3	MANAGEMENT SITES	Management	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8
ScanPay 1	Scan and Pay	Management	Back In	—	—	0
ScanPay 2	Scan and Pay	Management	Back In	—	—	0

Getting there

Located approximately 5 miles east of Ephraim, Utah on Forest Highway 8 in Ephraim Canyon.

39.32694, -111.49778 · 39°19'37.0"N 111°29'52.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	3.0	2.8	3.2	3.6	2.5	1.0	1.2	1.8	1.9	2.4	2.7	3.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Lake Hill

Can you reserve a site at Lake Hill?: Yes, Lake Hill is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lake Hill have?: 15 sites in total, of which 6 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Lake Hill?: 30 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lake Hill?: Yes, pets are allowed at Lake Hill.
Does Lake Hill have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Lake Hill?: Campfires are allowed at Lake Hill. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Lake Hill also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lake Hill's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$10 per night for a single site, $30 - $40 per night for a group site.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Lake Hill

Seely Creek Guard Station 3.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Manti Community 5.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Orange Olsen 10.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Joes Valley Reservoir 11.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Joes Valley Pavilion Group Site A 11.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Ferron Reservoir 12.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Ferron Reservoir Campground Ferron North 12.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Indian Creek Guard Station 13 mi · Campground · we watch it
Grassy Lake Fishing Site 8.9 mi · Facility
Upper Six Mile Ponds Campground 9.8 mi · Campground
Duck Fork Fishing Site 11.1 mi · Facility
Upper Joes Valley Dispersed Site 12.3 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 435-283-4151
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Lake Hill