Panguitch Lake

Dixie National Forest

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.

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.

Need to Know

• CHECK IN: Begins at 2 PM. CHECK OUT: By 11 AM.

• No showers, electricity or hookups available at this campground

• Call Utah Dept. of Natural Resources for fishing, lake conditions, and vessel size allowed.  

• Amphitheater is reservable with the camp host upon arrival.

• A daily fee will be charged and collected at the campground for extra vehicles. Come prepared to pay onsite.

• OHV/ATV's are not allowed in the campground including street legal, they must be trailered at all times.  

• Food services, lodging, showers, groceries, gasoline and boat rentals available at commercial facilities around the lake.

• Depending on weather conditions, the campground may be open for walk-in camping by May 14; after September 30, the south loop only will remain open for dry camping until the snow falls.

• Click here to learn more about the Dixie National Forest
• Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest
• Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

• Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only. 

• For campground inquiries, please call: (800) 342-2267.

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.

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.

Contact Information

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CEDAR CITY RANGER DISTRICT, 1789 N WEDGEWOOD LANE CEDAR CITY UT 84721

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 801-226-3564

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

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

Available Campsites

• Site 047, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 018, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 036, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 020, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 014, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 043, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 012, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 041, Loop NORT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 025, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 008, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 037, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 010, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 030, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 16A, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 035, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 033, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 005, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 031, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 039, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 046, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 006, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 003, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 028, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 007, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 009, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 016, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 029, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 015, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 038, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 048, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site Blue Springs, Loop BLUE, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
• Site Evergreen, Loop EVER, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
• Site 024, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 045, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site Panguitch, Loop PANG, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
• Site 042, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 002, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 027, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 14A, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 004, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 013, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 032, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 017, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 044, Loop NORT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 040, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 019, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 023, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 001, Loop NORT, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
• Site 011, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 049, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric
• Site 026, Loop NORT, Type Standard Nonelectric

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