Baker Dam Campground
In the early 1980s, the Baker Dam Recreation Area was developed to take advantage of the recreational opportunities provided by the reservoir. Increased public demand led to an expansion of the recreation area in 1994 that included enlarging the campground and adding a day use section. Today, the recreation area serves as a base camp to enjoy not only the reservoir, but adjacent public lands as well. Please protect your resources by acting responsibly and following the rules.
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Site mix
| overnight shelter nonelectric | 18 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
18 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 28 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 2 | Back-in | 15 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 3 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 4 | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 5 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 6 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 7 | Pull-through | 46 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
| 8 | 25 | Gravel | 6 / – | Yes | |
| 9 | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | 6 / – | Yes |
| 10 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 6 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Fees: A non-refundable service fee is charged for all reservations. This service fee is $9.00 for reservations made through call center (877-444-6777) and $8.00 for reservations made through recreation.gov. |
Access roads within the campground and day use area are graded gravel. Both the campground and day use area have accessible vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits with grills. Each campsite has RV or vehicle parking and a tent pad. Trash collection is provided. Water and electrical hookups are not available. Fees Interagency Annual, Access, and Senior Passes are honored for day use fees only. All fees collected at this site are used to fund operations, improvements, and repairs at the recreation area. Camping Restrictions Stays are limited to 14 days. To protect the area’s natural resources and to minimize impacts to private property, camping is prohibited on BLM managed lands within one mile of the recreation area. Private Property Much of the reservoir’s shoreline is private, but is open for public access. Tread Lightly! and Leave No Trace
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Interstate 15 Exit 6, head north on Bluff Street (State Route 18). Travel 24 miles and turn right onto the Baker Dam Reservoir Road. Continue.6 miles and turn right into the recreation area.
| Coordinates | 37.3774° N, 113.6437° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- OHVs may travel on BLM managed lands and the Dixie National Forest on existing roads and trails; however, OHV use is not permitted within the recreation area.
Charges and cancellations
Cancellations: When reservation is cancelled a $10.00 cancelation fee is charged. This cancellation fee is in addition to the non-refundable reservation service fee. Late Cancellations: When a reservation is cancelled on the day before or the day of arrival the $10.00 cancellation fee will be charged and the first night use fee will be forfeited (not to exceed the total paid for the orginal reservation).
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
49 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 12.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | The Desert Rat ↗ | 18.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV ↗ | 22.9 mi |
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Explore
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Trails nearby
- 3.9 miHard Scrabble Trail ↗6.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4.6 miGoat Spring Trail ↗5.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Red Mountain Wilderness begins about 6.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.8 miRed Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 18,689 acres
- 7.1 miPine Valley Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 50,216 acres
- 8.3 miRed Cliffs National Monument ↗National Monument · Bureau of Land Management · 61,170 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
Pine Valley Ranger District abuts BLM managed lands to the north and east. The Forest provides fishing, hiking, camping, and hunting. Cooler temps prevail with elevations reaching over 6,500 feet in the Pine Valley Mountains.
Recreation
Baker Dam Reservoir is known for its cold water game fish. It is annually stocked by the UDWR with rainbow and brown trout. Migratory and year-round birds enjoy the reservoir’s open water and the Santa Clara River’s riparian habitat. View birds at the reservoir as well as along the Overlook Trails. Look for Eagles, Gray Flycatchers, Herons, and other waterfowl. Hunting is permitted on public lands in accordance with Utah state laws and regulations outside of recreation area. There are opportunities to hunt for deer, quail, and rabbit. Keep off highway vehicles on existing roads and trails. Please be informed of all laws and regulations relating to OHVs.
Nearby
Snow Canyon State Park. Pine Valley Recreation Area.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Baker Dam Campground?
Sites at Baker Dam Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Baker Dam Campground?
Fees: A non-refundable service fee is charged for all reservations. This service fee is $9.00 for reservations made through call center (877-444-6777) and $8.00 for reservations made through recreation.gov.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Baker Dam Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Baker Dam Campground?
Cancellations: When reservation is cancelled a $10.00 cancelation fee is charged.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Baker Dam Campground have?
18 sites, including 18 overnight shelter nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Baker Dam Campground?
Baker Dam Campground is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Baker Dam Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Baker Dam Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Baker Dam Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Baker Dam Campground?
Baker Dam Reservoir is known for its cold water game fish. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Baker Dam Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Equestrian Campground (8.8 mi), Dean Gardner Campground (9.1 mi), and Pine Valley Recreation Area (9.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby