Can you reserve a site at Panguitch Lake?

Yes, Panguitch Lake is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Panguitch Lake have?

53 sites in total, of which 50 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Panguitch Lake?

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

Are pets allowed at Panguitch Lake?

Yes, pets are allowed at Panguitch Lake.

Are campfires allowed at Panguitch Lake?

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

Panguitch Lake, Utah — 50 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Panguitch Lake Campground is located 14 miles southwest of Panguitch, Utah. Some of the state's largest rainbow trout are fished from the lake each year, and aptly so; "Panguitch" comes from the Paiute word meaning "big fish." Visitors also enjoy canoeing and exploring the Panguitch Lake OHV Trail System.

Recreation

Panguitch Lake offers great fishing for rainbow, brook, cutthroat and brown trout. Canoeing and kyacking are a popular activity. Two public boat ramps are located on the lake, one on the south shore and the other on the north shore at Wildlife Point. The Markagunt OHV trail system at Panguitch Lake offers 300 miles of routes and trails. Other activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding and hunting.

Facilities

The campground is located on both the north side and the south side of the highway. The Panguitch lake north is the larger of the two, with single and double campsites and three group sites. The south side is strictly for tent camping (no reservations).

Amenities include flush toilets and drinking water. There are no hook-ups available so please fill your tanks at the dumpstation just east of the campground prior to setting up. A horseshoe pit and a volleyball court are on-site, though campers must provide their own net and ball. An amphitheater near the Panguitch group site is available upon request. The campground road and parking spurs are paved.

Accessible sites area available on the north side of the campground.

No OHV access in or out of the campground including street legal, all OHV's must be trailered.

Natural Features

The lake is situated high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,400 feet. A forest of ponderosa pines covers the campground, which lies on a hillside about a quarter-mile above the lake. Deer and elk are often seen in the area.

Nearby Attractions

Panguitch Lake has two public boat landings and is less than 5 minutes from the campground. Great fishing from both a boat and the shore or just hanging out on the beach is enjoyed by many! Panguitch Lake Campground is just 14 miles from Cedar Breaks National Monument, with hiking trails, guided tours, wildflower walks, star gazing and awesome views of the Cedar Breaks Amphitheater. Just outside Cedar Breaks is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, where hikers will find 10 miles of trails and the Twisted Forest, a stand of ancient bristlecone pine. Bryce Canyon National Park is 30 minutes away, with breathtaking scenery and excellent hiking and horse ridng opportunities.

The facts

Season: Late May – Mid September — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
50 bookable sites
53 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 99 ft
Up to 35 people per site
Loops: BLUE, EVER, NORT, PANG

Site types

44 Standard Nonelectric
3 Group Standard Nonelectric
3 Management
3 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

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53 campsites at Panguitch Lake

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
Blue Springs	BLUE	Group Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Gravel	99 ft	35
Evergreen	EVER	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	20 ft	35	🐾
001	NORT	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	Gravel	—	8
002	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	16
003	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	30 ft	8
004	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8
005	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
006	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	16
007	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	57 ft	8
008	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	55 ft	8
009	NORT	Management	Back In	Gravel	47 ft	8
010	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	54 ft	8
011	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8
012	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8
013	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8
014	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	16
015	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
016	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	16
017	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8
018	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	54 ft	8
019	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
020	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
021	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8
022	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	60 ft	8
023	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
024	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
025	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	8
026	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8
027	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	35 ft	8
028	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	16
029	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	30 ft	8
030	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	50 ft	8
031	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
032	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	60 ft	8
033	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	54 ft	8
035	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	40 ft	8
036	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
037	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	47 ft	8
038	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
039	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
040	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
041	NORT	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	28 ft	8
042	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
043	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
044	NORT	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	39 ft	8
045	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	54 ft	8
046	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	36 ft	8
047	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	8
048	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	8
049	NORT	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	60 ft	16
Discontinued Site	NORT	Management	Pull Through	Paved	40 ft	8
Discontinued Site	NORT	Management	Pull Through	Paved	—	8
Panguitch	PANG	Group Standard Nonelectric	—	Paved	20 ft	24	🐾

Getting there

From Panguitch, Utah, take Highway 143 southwest 14 miles. Campground is on the north side of the highway.

37.70250, -112.65611 · 37°42'9.0"N 112°39'22.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in	2.1	1.7	1.5	1.1	0.9	0.5	2.0	2.1	1.6	1.9	1.4	1.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.4 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 Panguitch Lake

Can you reserve a site at Panguitch Lake?: Yes, Panguitch Lake is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Panguitch Lake have?: 53 sites in total, of which 50 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Panguitch Lake?: 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Panguitch Lake?: Yes, pets are allowed at Panguitch Lake.
Are campfires allowed at Panguitch Lake?: Campfires are allowed at Panguitch Lake. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

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Restrictions:

Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Campfires in developed fire pits only
Fireworks are prohibited
Dogs must be on leash
OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground
Maximum length of stay: 14 days

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Panguitch Lake

White Bridge 4.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
Point Supreme Campground 11.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
Duck Creek 12.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
Panguitch Lake 2.2 mi · Facility
Mammoth Designated Dispersed Camping Area 4.6 mi · Campground
Yankee Meadow Campground 6.9 mi · Campground
Yankee Designated Dispersed Camping Area 7 mi · Campground
Brian Head Peak Observation 9.6 mi · Facility
Brian Head Ski Resort 10.6 mi · Facility
Lava Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area 11.1 mi · Campground
Cedar Breaks Visitor Center 11.7 mi · Facility
Duck Creek Campground 12.9 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone 801-226-3564
Email Help.Dixie.CedarCity@AmericanLL.com
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-01.

Panguitch Lake