Panguitch Lake
Closed — Closed for the season. The north side typically opens for reservations in mid to late May and operates through September 30. After September 30, the south loop remains open for dry camping until snowfall closes access.
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.
Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Cedar City Ranger District Temporary Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to reduce road damage during logging operations.
Pine Valley Area and Trail Road Closure (Order 0407-26-01)
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety while crews perform work to restore the Pine Valley Recreation Area and clean up debris flows and damage from flooding.
Cedar City and Pine Valley Ranger Districts Camping Restrictions (Order Number 0407-25-11)
To reduce conflicts with other public uses and recreational activities at developed and dispersed camp sites.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use Camping (Order 0407-25-01)
The following is prohibited on National Forest System land within the Dixie National Forest:
Pine Valley and Cedar City Off Highway Vehicle Road Restrictions Developed Campgrounds (0407-23-01)
Pine Valley and Cedar City Ranger Districts Off Highway Vehicle Road Restrictions Within Developed Campgrounds - This order is intended to provide OHV access in campgrounds which have legal access to riding opportunities while also providing a quiet recreation experience at some locations.
Cedar City Ranger District Motorized Trail Size Restrictions
This order is intended to provide an OHV recreational experience and protect trail infrastructure not designed for larger motorized vehicles.
Pine Valley and Cedar City Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-22-11)
Pine Valley and Cedar City - Camping Restrictions at Forest Service trailheads, administrative sites and/or other facilities, and areas within one-half mile of developed campgrounds unless designated by the Dixie National Forest as an approved campsite.
Powell Dave's Hollow Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-22-03)
This purpose of this Order is to facilitate resource protection and proper management of National Forest Lands and the adjacent private and National Park Service lands from recreation impacts associated with camping in the Dave’s Hollow area and to provide recreational opportunities to more membe
Powell Seasonal Road and Motorized Trail Restrictions (Order 0407-22-04)
Powell Ranger District - Seasonal Road and Motorized Trail Restrictions
Powell East Fork Sevier River Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-21-12 )
The purpose of this order is to protect soil, water, and vegetative resources from recreation impacts associated with camping near the East Fork of the Sevier River and associated riparian areas, and to provide greater recreation opportunities to more members of the general public.
Powell Water Resources Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-21-20 )
The purpose of this Order is to protect wildlife habitat, wildlife, soil, water, and vegetation resources from the effects of recreational use and camping.
Powell Escalante Ranger Dist. Off-highway Road Closures in Developed Campgrounds (Order 0407-21-13)
The purpose of this Order is to reduce traffic, dust, and noise in portions of developed campgrounds, while permitting certain types of OHV use that do not contribute to these issues where appropriate and ingress and egress where necessary.
Powell Tom Best Area Camping Restrictions (Order 0407-21-19)
The purpose of this Order is to protect wildlife habitat, wildlife, soil, water, and vegetation resources from the effects of recreational use and camping.
Escalante Food Storage Restrictions (Order 0407-21-18)
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and wildlife by: (1) minimizing the likelihood of adverse interactions between bears and humans; and (2) reducing the risk of habituating or attracting bears due to the improper storage of food and refuse in the Restricted Areas.
Forestwide Occupancy and Use Cannabis Possession (Order: 0407-21-07)
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources and public health and safety.
Camping and Parking Restrictions Near Livestock Corrals
This Order is intended to protect public safety during gathering, loading, or unloading activities associated with permitted livestock grazing, as well as prevent interference with those activities.
Enterprise Reservoir Camping Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the soil, water, and vegetation resources from the effects of recreation use and camping around the Upper Enterprise Reservoir.
Pine Valley Ranger District Leeds Creek Camping Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect the soil, water, and vegetation resources from with the effects of recreational use and camping in the Leeds Creek Drainage.
Cedar City Ranger District Mammoth and Bower Knoll Seasonal Closure
This closure is for the protection of a sensitive species, the Townsend’s big-eared bat, which uses the Mammoth and Bowers Caves as winter hibernacula.
Cedar City Ranger District Cave Closure
This closure is for the protection of a sensitive species, the Townsend’s big-eared bat, which uses the Mammoth and Bowers Caves as winter hibernacula.
Cedar City Parking Restrictions Along Hwy14, Hwy 143 and Mammoth Creek Road (Order: 0407-21-10)
Dixie National Forest Cedar City Ranger District - Parking restrictions along Hwy 14, Hwy 143, and Mammoth Creek Road
Dixie National Forest National Forest System Roads and Trails Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety in highly concentrated recreational use areas.
Using a Developed Recreation Site By More Users Than Allowed (Occupancy & Use Order 0407-21-04)
The purpose of this Order is to protect soil, water, and vegetation resources.
Forestwide - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol (Order: 0407-21-06)
The purpose of this Order is to protect public and employee health and safety by preventing alcohol-related accidents and sanitation issues, as well as to protect resources by preventing damage to public lands and facilities.
About
Panguitch Lake Campground is located 14 miles southwest of Panguitch, Utah, in Dixie National Forest on the Colorado Plateau at 8,400 feet elevation. The campground is split into two sections on either side of Highway 143, with the larger north side featuring paved roads and parking spurs, single and double campsites, and three group sites. The south side is reserved for tent camping only and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations. The campground sits on a hillside covered with ponderosa pines, about a quarter-mile above Panguitch Lake. The name 'Panguitch' derives from the Paiute word meaning 'big fish,' and the lake lives up to its name, producing some of Utah's largest rainbow trout annually. Anglers also catch brook, cutthroat, and brown trout. Two public boat ramps are available, one on the south shore and another at Wildlife Point on the north shore. The Markagunt OHV trail system at Panguitch Lake offers 300 miles of routes and trails for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts, though OHVs are not permitted in the campground itself and must be trailered. Other activities include canoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and hunting. The campground is within 14 miles of Cedar Breaks National Monument and 30 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park. Deer and elk are frequently spotted in the area.
Directions
From Panguitch, Utah, take Highway 143 southwest 14 miles. Campground is on the north side of the highway.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $40 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Help.Dixie.CedarCity@AmericanLL.com | |
| Phone | +1 (801) 226-3564 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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