Joes Valley Pavilion Group Site A
Open for the 2026 season. Reservations available through Recreation.gov from May through early October. Water may not always be available; bring your own supply.
Flood Watch issued October 10 at 3:44PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, Central Mountains, Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, San Rafael Swell, Sanpete Valley, Sevier Valley, Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs, Bryce Canyon Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Upper Sevier River Valleys, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County, Southwest Utah and Zion National Park. This also includes recent burn scars such as Forsyth, Cottonwood, Silver King, France Canyon, and Monroe Canyon. * WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, dry washes, slot canyons, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations such as slickrock areas and recent burn scars. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Anomalously high moisture is forecast to impact the region with the arrival of the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel. While this is expected to be a long duration rainfall event, scattered instances of heavier rainfall rates are expected with stronger storms yielding flash flooding concerns given saturated soils and prior burn scars. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 3:35PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts 60 to 65 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Mountains and Southern Mountains. * WHEN...From 6 AM Sunday to 6 AM MDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result.
Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
About
Joes Valley Pavilion Group Site A sits in a high mountain valley just above Joes Valley Reservoir at 7,000 feet elevation in the Manti-La Sal National Forest. The Wasatch Plateau landscape features sagebrush with cottonwoods lining the lakeshore and aspens and pines dotting the surrounding hillsides. The campground itself has no natural shade, but a large pavilion provides cover over the picnic tables. The single group site can accommodate up to 100 people with a large gravel parking area providing ample space for vehicles, RVs, and tents. Vault toilets are provided, but water availability is inconsistent so campers should bring their own supply. No electricity or hookups are available, and visitors must pack out all trash. Horses and off-road vehicles are not allowed in the campground. The reservoir offers excellent fishing for cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, tiger muskie, and trophy splake, with a boat ramp located nearby. Renowned bouldering opportunities exist in nearby Straight and Cottonwood Canyons. Popular mountain fisheries at Grassy Lake, Pete's Hole, and Potters Ponds are all within 10 miles. The Arapeen OHV Trail System with over 350 miles of trails can be accessed from the Reeder Trailhead nearby.
Directions
From Orangeville, Utah, head northwest on State Route 29 and travel approximately 14 miles until you see Joes Valley Reservoir. Continue following SR-29 around the reservoir for about 4 more miles to the west side. Turn east on Forest Road 0121 toward the Pavilion.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 45ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 45ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 384-2372 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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