Lower Bowns

Fishlake National Forest — fishing, hiking

Location: Loa, UT, UT

Price: From $20 per night

Price range: $20–$75 per night

Rating: 3.4 out of 5 (21 reviews)

Season: May through October

Lower Bowns Campground is located on the east side of Boulder Mountain on the shore of Lower Bowns Reservoir at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails. View Lower Bowns Campground Map This campground contains three accessible sites: one group site can accommodate up to 50 people, and two single sites can each accommodate up to 10 people.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/lower-bowns to be notified when sites open up.

Lower Bowns Campground offers beautiful reservoir views at 7,000 feet elevation with excellent fishing for rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout, plus popular activities like boating, hiking, and biking on nearby trails including the Rosebud ATV Trail.

Wildlife alert: Mule Deer, Coyote, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Red Crossbill, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, Common Raven, and Common Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Insider tips for Lower Bowns: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 5 sites Bring your own toilet paper, soap, water, and hand drying supplies for vault toilets Dispersed camping available on beach area across from the pay campground

Skip Lower Bowns if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You have a large trailer — access road is steep dirt/gravel requiring careful driving. You're visiting outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally.

Best time to visit Lower Bowns: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Rosebud Atv (Loa, UT), Oak Creek Rec Site (Boulder, Ut) (Glenwood, UT), Singletree (Highway 12, UT), Capitol Reef Group Campground (Torrey, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lower Bowns

Cell signal at Lower Bowns (Loa, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Loa, UT, UT★ 3.4 (21 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Lower Bowns Campground is located on the east side of Boulder Mountain on the shore of Lower Bowns Reservoir at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails. View Lower Bowns Campground Map This campground contains three accessible sites: one group site can accommodate up to 50 people, and two single sites can each accommodate up to 10 people.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV99 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites5 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known 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 — no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You have a large trailer — access road is steep dirt/gravel requiring careful driving✕ You're visiting outside May-October — campground is closed seasonally

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 5 sites

Bring your own toilet paper, soap, water, and hand drying supplies for vault toilets

Dispersed camping available on beach area across from the pay campground

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mule Deer, Coyote, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel, Red Crossbill, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, Common Raven, and Common Sagebrush Lizard documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Torrey, Utah, take Highway 24 approximately one mile east to the junction with Highway 12. Turn right and travel 16 miles to Forest Road 186. Take FR 186 5 miles to the campground.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Lower Bowns cost per night?+
Lower Bowns costs $20–$75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lower Bowns open?+
Lower Bowns is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lower Bowns have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lower Bowns?+
Lower Bowns can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lower Bowns?+
Lower Bowns 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 Lower Bowns?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lower Bowns is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lower Bowns open, and what are check-in times?+
Lower Bowns is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$20 /night★ 3.4 (21)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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