Fishlake National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Loa, UT, UT★ 4.3 (60 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Doctor Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, wildlife viewing and exploring local trails. Located within the Aspen Pando Clone it is a great explore this world renound natural treasure.
Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:TentRV
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
Max RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites3 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersFishing
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsDump Station
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — most sites have no hookups, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You need year-round camping — seasonal operations only (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryArrive without reservations and speak with camp hosts Vicky and Tom for site assistance
Request adjacent sites if traveling with family to camp together
Fish Lake is famous for 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout
Best: Memorial Day - Labor Day
Campground operates seasonally during this period only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Mule Deer, American Beaver, Dusky Grouse, and Long-tailed Weasel present in the area
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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Getting there →
From Highway 24 northwest of Loa, Utah, take Highway 25 northeast approximately 7 miles to the campground.
Campground entrance
Google Maps APICommunity
#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Fishlake National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Fishlake National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
Frequently asked questions
RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakableHow much does Doctor Creek cost per night?+
Doctor Creek costs $25–$150 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Doctor Creek open?+
Doctor Creek is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Doctor Creek have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Doctor Creek?+
Doctor Creek can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Doctor Creek?+
Doctor Creek is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Doctor Creek?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Doctor Creek is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Doctor Creek open, and what are check-in times?+
Doctor Creek is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas
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$25 /night★ 4.3 (60)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
Dates full? Get an availability alert
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