Pine Valley Recreation Area
Closed indefinitely due to damage from the June 2025 Forsyth Fire and subsequent flooding. The recreation area will remain closed at least through the entire 2026 season for public safety while hazard tree removal, campground reconstruction, and dam repairs continue. No reopening date has been announced.
Flood Watch issued October 31 at 2:11PM MDT until November 1 at 11:00PM MST by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, San Rafael Swell, Bryce Canyon Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County and Zion National Park. * WHEN...From late tonight through Sunday evening. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread moderate to at times heavy precipitation is expected across much of southern, southeast and east central Utah beginning late Saturday night, and continuing throughout the day Sunday. Moist antecedent conditions from recent heavy rains will result in efficient and excessive runoff, allowing all area washes, streams and rivers to run fast and high. Flood prone areas will likely become inundated at times, and backcountry roads will likely become impassable from this excessive runoff. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
From Recreation.gov
A location closure has been issued, and the facility is closed at this time. Reservation-holders will receive an email with additional information. Please check back for location closure updates.
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
Pine Valley Recreation Area is a forested retreat in Utah's Dixie National Forest, situated at 6,900 feet in the scenic Pine Valley Mountains. The area offers ponderosa pine and oak shade with views of mountain mahogany, juniper, and sagebrush landscapes. Six family campgrounds serve different needs: Dean Gardner, Equestrian, and Yellow Pine accept reservations, while Mitt Moody, Crackfoot, and Ebenezer Bryce operate first-come, first-served. Group camping and day-use areas accommodate larger gatherings. Recreation centers on Pine Valley Reservoir, where shoreline fishing for rainbow trout is popular (flotation devices prohibited). Trails ranging from 2 to 35 miles serve hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers, with direct access to Pine Valley Mountain Wilderness. The Equestrian Campground caters specifically to visitors with horses. The recreation area is approximately 75 miles from Zion National Park, making it a convenient base for exploring southern Utah's parks while enjoying cooler mountain temperatures.
Directions
From St. George, Utah, go north on Highway 18 to Central. Take a right on Forest Highway 35 towards Pine Valley. Take a left on Main Street and go 3 miles to the recreation area.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $23 - $195 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 125ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 125ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Help.Dixie.PineValley@AmericanLL.com | |
| Phone | +1 (801) 226-3564 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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