Panguitch Lake Campground Dixie National Forest Utah
Panguitch Lake Overview
Panguitch Lake North Campground has a total of 51 campsites (including 3 group sites) and is located near the lake at an elevation of 8,400 feet.
The campground has a South Loop (tent camping only sites 1-18) and a North Loop (sites 19-49, plus the two group sites). North Loop campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and RVs (25 to 40 feet). All camp roads and parking spurs are paved. There are also several 8 double campsites available (up to 16 people). The group campsites include Blue Springs (up to 24 people), Evergreen (up to 35 people) and Panguitch (up to 24 people). Each site also has a table, fire ring and grill.
Campground amenities include potable (drinking) water, flush toilets, trash collection and a dump station. Firewood is also available to purchase from the camp host. There are no hookups but generators are okay to use from 6am to 10pm. Cell service is not available.
Area Recreation & Activities
Outdoor recreation in the area includes boating, fishing, paddle-boarding, kayaking, canoeing, horseback riding, OHV trail riding, hiking, mountain biking, hunting and picnicking. Wildlife viewing is also pretty good in the area.
You might also like Cedar Canyon or Point Supreme Campground at Cedar Breaks National Monument.
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Amenities
- Amphitheater
- Boat Launch/Ramp
- Camp Store
- Campground Host
- Campsite Tables
- Cell Service - None
- Drinking Water
- Fire Pit
- Fire Rings
- Firewood Available
- Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
- Grills
- Horseshoe Pit
- Pets OK
- Picnic Tables
- Recycling Center
- RV Dump Station
- Trash Collection
Activities
- ATVing
- Biking
- Bird Watching
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Horseshoes
- Hunting
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Nature Trails
- OHVing
- Paddle boarding (SUP)
- Paddle Boating
- Photography
- Picnicking
- Stargazing
- Wildlife Viewing
Panguitch, Utah 84759
435 865-3700
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Campsite Types
- ADA
- Group
- RV
- Tent
- Trailer
# of Campsites:
51
Campsite Vehicle Size:
25 to 40 feet.
Season:
Mid May – Late September
Elevation:
8,400
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Panguitch Lake Comments & Reviews
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your prices for a RV camp site show nothing but greed a small Rv camper 46.00 a night we are a older couple but not rich and senile question are you related to the Biden Cartel rating F and G for Greedy
Hi Richard,
I believe Rec.gov and the US Forest Service determine pricing for Panguitch Lake (and other) campgrounds. They do have discounted rates for seniors. CampsitePhotos.com isn’t involved in the pricing or reservations. We provide the photos of each campsite, campsite availability alerts and other services through our affiliate partners.
When planning a camping trip for our group of eight family members, we were hoping for a peaceful, stress-free weekend. Things started off well—the host was incredibly accommodating a the Panguitch Lake North Campground and even saved us three spots that morning before our arrival when one of my daughters came that morning. We were warmly welcomed and given helpful information. The sites were conveniently located near the restrooms and initially seemed perfect.
Unfortunately, our experience quickly soured due to a long-term camper in site #9. This individual appeared to take it upon herself to enforce campground rules, often aggressively and without any authority. Early in the day, I witnessed her yelling at a passing truck to “slow down,” despite the vehicle not appearing to be speeding. I brushed it off at the time.
Later that evening, around 9:45 PM, my adult daughter and her boyfriend were walking back from the restroom when the camper emerged from her tent and began shouting, “Go to bed, it’s quiet time!” My daughter calmly responded that they were heading to bed, but the camper continued to yell. My son, in site #8, intervened and asked her to mind her own business. She then radioed security.
Around 10:20 PM, we heard two kids giggling as they walked by, and once again, the camper yelled at them. Their parents also expressed concern about her aggressive behavior. Security came by, and we explained the situation. As experienced campers, we understand and respect quiet hours, but this felt more like a curfew or mandatory lights-out policy. Strangely, other campers nearby were still enjoying their evening at their tables, yet we were told to retreat to our tents.
The next morning, the host approached us and said, “Hopefully tonight will be quiet.” I explained that we weren’t being loud, my daughter was simply walking to the restroom. Another daughter was told the issue was car doors opening and closing, which was happening at multiple sites, not just ours.
Feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome, we packed up the night before our scheduled checkout and left by 7:30 AM. The atmosphere felt more like a jail than a relaxing campground. My advice: avoid reserving a spot near site #9 if you’re looking to enjoy the outdoors peacefully. While rules are important, the presence of an overbearing long-term resident negatively impacted our stay. A more balanced and respectful approach would have made all the difference.
Also worth noting site #9 is a first-come, first-served spot, which raises questions about the camper’s apparent authority and relationship with the host and security.
Hi April,
Thanks for sharing your comments/review on Panguitch Lake Campground. And sorry about your experience there!