Pine Lake Campground
Pine Lake Campground is located next to its scenic namesake lake high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,100 feet. Visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing and exploring local hiking and off-road vehicle trails.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 28 |
| Group sites | 3 |
| group standard area nonelectric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
32 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Iris | Group | Group | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 / 15 | Yes |
| Clay Creek | Group | Group | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 35 / 7 | Yes |
| Yellow Pine | Group | Group | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 / 12 | Yes |
| Johns Valley | Group | Group | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 100 / 12 | Yes |
| 006 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 007 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes | |
| 008 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 009 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 010 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 011 | SING | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 1 | 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 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers four group sites and 17 family sites. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A well-maintained gravel road leads to the campground, providing good access for cars and RVs alike.
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 | Late May to Late September |
| Forest | Dixie National Forest |
| Booking | Call 1-877-444-6777 visit www.recreation.gov Some single sites are available on a first come, first served basis. |
| Fees | For current pricing and availability, visit www.recreation.gov |
| Rules | Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires in developed fire pits only. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. ATVs and OHVs are allowed to ingress and egress to all the group sites, the picnic site and into campsites 6, 7, and 8. Street legal OHVs are allowed throughout the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days |
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Getting there
Travel Utah Highway 12 to the junction with SR 63 and CR 1660. Turn north at sign pointing toward Antimony. Travel 10.5 miles and turn right at Pine Lake turnoff. Travel 5.5 miles to the campground.
| Nearest town | Cedar City, Utah |
| Coordinates | 37.7456° N, 111.9525° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
47 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 ↗ | 12.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Utah Canyon Outdoors ↗ | 19 mi |
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Explore
Video
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Trails nearby
- 0.1 miPine Lake Trail0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.5 miGreat Western ATV Trail ↗44.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 1 miPine Lake ATV Trail4.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 1.3 miBurro Canyon Trail3.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.3 miHenderson Canyon Trail4.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.4 miUnder the Point Trail4.3 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
Dixie National Forest begins about 6.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 6.2 miDixie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,711,285 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 Lake is situated at the foot of beautifully forested peaks banded with red and white layers of sandstone. The campground is nestled among a forest of spruce and towering ponderosa pines, and is adjacent to Pine Lake.
Recreation
A short trail leads from the campground to Pine Lake, which offers excellent canoeing and kayaking, as well as fishing for rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout. Hiking and off-road vehicle trails are plentiful within the area, however off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground. The Pine Lake OHV Trailhead is located adjacent to the campground. A loading ramp is provided.
Nearby
Bryce Canyon National Park is approximately 30 minutes from the campground, offering breathtaking scenery and excellent hiking opportunities. Kodachrome Basin State Park is an hour away, with towering rock spires, a natural arch and great hiking trails.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Pine Lake Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Pine Lake Campground?
For current pricing and availability, visit www.recreation.gov
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Pine Lake Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Pine Lake Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Late May to Late September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Pine Lake Campground have?
32 sites, including 28 standard sites without power, 3 group sites, and 1 group standard area nonelectric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Pine Lake 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 Pine Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Pine Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Pine Lake 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. Quiet hours between 10 p.m.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Pine Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Pine Lake Campground?
A short trail leads from the campground to Pine Lake, which offers excellent canoeing and kayaking, as well as fishing for rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Pine Lake Campground?
Cedar City, Utah. Bryce Canyon National Park is approximately 30 minutes from the campground, offering breathtaking scenery and excellent hiking opportunities.
Source: Getting there
What if Pine Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are North Campground (14 mi), Sunset Campground (14 mi), and Barker Recreation Area (14.2 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby