Can you reserve a site at Paiute Campground?

Yes, Paiute Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Paiute Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Paiute Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Paiute Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Paiute Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Paiute Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Paiute Campground, Utah — 48 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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.

The facts

Season: May – Until snow closes the road. — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
48 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 35 ft
Up to 8 people per site

Site types

48 Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

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

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

Book on Recreation.gov

48 campsites at Paiute Campground

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
002	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
003	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
004	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
005	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
006	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
007	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
008	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
009	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
010	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
011	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
012	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
013	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
014	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
015	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
016	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
017	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
018	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
019	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
020	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
021	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
022	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
023	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
024	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
025	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
026	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
027	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
028	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
029	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
030	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
031	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
032	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
033	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
034	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
035	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
036	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
037	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
038	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
039	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
040	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
041	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
042	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
043	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
044	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
045	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
046	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
047	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	35 ft	8	🐾
048	—	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	8	🐾

Getting there

Piute 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.

38.61748, -111.65301 · 38°37'2.9"N 111°39'10.9"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	1.9	1.8	1.9	2.0	1.6	0.8	2.0	2.0	1.6	1.8	1.8	1.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

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

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

Common questions about Paiute Campground

Can you reserve a site at Paiute Campground?: Yes, Paiute Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Paiute Campground have?: 48 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Paiute Campground?: 35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Paiute Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Paiute Campground.
Does Paiute Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Paiute Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Paiute Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

This campground is a first-come, first-served. 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-

Restrictions:

Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days. OHVs are allowed in the campgrounds. Pets are required to be on a leash.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Paiute Campground

Tasha Equestrian 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Frying Pan 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bowery Creek 4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mackinaw 5.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Twin Creeks Picnic 6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mt Terrill Guard Station 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Doctor Creek 7.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
BOWERY CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.9 mi · Campground
MALLARD BAY OVERFLOW REC SITE 7.6 mi · Campground
Salina Reservoir CUA Dispersed Camping 9.9 mi · Campground
Gates Lake CUA Dispersed Camping 10.4 mi · Campground
Harves River CUA Dispersed Camping 10.5 mi · Campground

Contact

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-25.

Paiute Campground