Twin Lake Campground
Twin Lake Campground rests in a juniper tree belt between the lower river bottom of Twelve Mile Canyon and the upper sub-alpine top of Skyline Drive. Visitors enjoy exploring a wealth of off-road vehicle trails.
The group site takes reservations.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 2 |
| Group sites | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
3 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 011 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| 013 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Partial | 10 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| Group A | Group | 40 | Gravel | 40 / 8 | Yes | Preferred |
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 |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground contains one group site available for online reservations. This site accommodates up to 40 people and six vehicles. An additional 21 single-family sites are available, two of which, Sites 11 and 13, are open for online reservations. Campfire rings are provided in each campsite and two vault toilets are regularly maintained and accessible within the campground. There is no trash collection so be prepared to pack out what you bring in.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May to September 30 |
| Forest | Manti-La Sal National Forest |
| Booking | Sites 11,13 and Group Site A are reservable. All other sites are available on a first come, first served, walk in only basis. |
| Fees | $10 per night for a single site, $30 per night for a group site. |
Weather by month
Getting there
Travel east out of Mayfield, UT on "Canyon Road" to the Forest Service boundary of Twelve Mile Canyon. Stay on Forest Development Road 22, approximately 7.5 miles from Mayfield, Utah.
| Nearest town | Ephraim, Utah |
| Coordinates | 39.1208° N, 111.6006° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedSan Pitch Rx
18 mi from the campground · 15 acres
- PrescribedSalina Canyon East Rx
24 mi from the campground · 17,375 acres
- PrescribedFremont River Rd Piles Rx
37 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | IFA Country Store ↗ | 15.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Western Range Camps ↗ | 29.2 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The Arapeen OHV Trail System offers extensive riding. Access to Skyline Drive rewards visitors with picturesque scenery and outdoor excitement.
- 8.9 miDuck Fork Fishing Site ↗Fishing site
- 9.1 mi
- 9.6 miPatton Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.7 miPinchot ↗5.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.7 miMiddle Mountain1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miBirch Creek2.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 0.9 miCCC Trail #0552.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 1.6 miBeaver Creek Ridge Trail #0232.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.7 miChris Canyon2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trailheads within three miles
- 0.7 miPinchot Lower Trailhead ↗Manti-La Sal National Forest · Season May
- 1.2 miBirch Creek Trailhead ↗Manti-La Sal National Forest · Season May
- 2.9 miTwelve Mile Loop ↗Manti-La Sal National Forest · Season May
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
Fishlake National Forest begins about 9.7 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 9.7 miFishlake 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
- Lewis and Clara Anderson HouseBuilding · Manti · 9.6 mi
- Peter Hansen HouseBuilding · Manti · 9.9 mi
- Francis Marion Jolley HouseBuilding · Manti · 9.9 mi
Natural features
The campground is located 7 miles up Twelve Mile Canyon from the town of Mayfield Utah, nestled among Flagstaff Limestone bluffs. At 7,000 feet above sea level, Twin Lake Campground allows early access in the spring and warmer temperatures in the fall.
Recreation
With an off-road vehicle learner loop in the campground and a central location between trails connecting to the Arapeen OHV Trail system and Skyline Drive, Twin Lake is the perfect staging area for exciting riding at any skill level.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Twin Lake Campground?
For some sites. The group site takes reservations.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Twin Lake Campground?
$10 per night for a single site, $30 per night for a group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Twin Lake Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Twin Lake Campground have?
4 sites, including 2 standard sites without power and 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Twin Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Twin Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Twin Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Twin Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 3 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is the nearest town to Twin Lake Campground?
Ephraim, Utah. The Arapeen OHV Trail System offers extensive riding.
Source: Getting there
What if Twin Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Upper Six Mile Ponds Campground (5.7 mi, first-come), Twelve Mile Flat (6.1 mi), and Ferron Reservoir Campground Ferron North (7.9 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby