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.
Flash Flood Warning issued October 11 at 3:10PM MDT until October 11 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
FFWSLC The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... The Forsyth burn scar in... Central Washington County in southwestern Utah... * Until 615 PM MDT. * At 310 PM MDT, Emergency management reported heavy rain over the Forsyth Burn Scar, and river gauges remain high along the Santa Clara River. Between 1.25 and 2.25 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing. Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing flash flooding in and around the Forsyth Burn Scar. SOURCE...Emergency management reported. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the Forsyth Burn Scar. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Pine Valley. This includes Utah Route 18 between mile markers 26 and 27.
Flash Flood Warning issued October 11 at 2:59PM MDT until October 11 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
FFWSLC The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... West Central Kane County in southern Utah... East Central Washington County in southwestern Utah... * Until 600 PM MDT. * At 259 PM MDT, National Park Service officials reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain and flash flooding across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...National Park Service reported. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Zion National Park, Springdale and Rockville.
High Wind Warning issued October 11 at 10:31AM MDT until October 12 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 80 mph. Wind gusts have been observed as high as 97 mph on Big Mountain south of Enterprise, otherwise wind gusts to around 75 mph have been observed near Brian Head. * WHERE...Southern Mountains. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
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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