Paiute Campground
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.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 48 |
Site guide
3 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 033 | None | 8 / – | Yes | Standard |
| 034 | None | 8 / – | Yes | Standard |
| 035 | None | 8 / – | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | This is a first come first serve campground. Sites cannot be reserved on Rec.gov. However thus far campground has never been full. |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May to Until snow closes the road |
| Forest | Fishlake National Forest |
| Fees | 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. |
| Rules | Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days. OHVs are allowed in the campgrounds. Pets are required to be on a leash. |
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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.
| Nearest town | Glenwood, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.6175° N, 111.6530° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedFremont River Rd Piles Rx
3 mi from the campground
- PrescribedSalina Canyon East Rx
14 mi from the campground · 17,375 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.6 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
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.
- 0.8 miTasha Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 3.9 miPelican Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 10.5 miKoosharem Day Use Site ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 0.4 miReflection Spring3.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miRock Canyon Equestrian0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miRock Canyon (tasha Creek) ↗6.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miCrater Loop3.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miCrater-Ivie Canyon ↗7.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miUm Creek ↗10 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.8 miTASHA CREEK TRAILHEAD ↗Fishlake National Forest · Season June
- 2.2 miLAKE CREEK TRAILHEAD ↗Fishlake National Forest · Season June
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
This campground sits inside Fishlake National Forest.
- inFishlake National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,787,979 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Loa Tithing OfficeBuilding · Loa · 14.9 mi
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.
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.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Paiute Campground?
Sites at Paiute 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 Paiute Campground?
This is a first come first serve campground. Sites cannot be reserved on Rec.gov. However thus far campground has never been full.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Paiute Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Paiute Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May to Until snow closes the road.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Paiute Campground have?
48 sites, including 48 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Paiute Campground?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Paiute Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Paiute Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Paiute Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Camping is limited to 16 consecutive days.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Paiute Campground?
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Paiute Campground?
Glenwood, Utah. Johnson Valley Reservoir is near by, offering fishing and boating opportunities.
Source: Getting there
What if Paiute Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tasha Equestrian (0.6 mi), Frying Pan (1.5 mi, partly first-come), and Bowery Creek (4 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby