Fishlake National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hikingLive availability via Recreation.gov· synced every 30 min
Loa, Utah, UT, UT★ 4.3 (89 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
Mackinaw Campground is located next to Fish Lake and the Fishlake Scenic Byway in central Utah at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails.The campground contains four group sites that can accommodate up to 20 people each. Picnic tables and fire rings with grills are provided.
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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 RV125 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites2 sites
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFishing
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowers
Family & Pets
Flush ToiletsElectric Hookups
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; only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit outside Memorial Day through Labor Day — seasonal closures apply
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a popular federal campground
Fish for Mackinaw lake trout (20-40 lbs), rainbow trout, and splake at Fish Lake
Hike the 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail
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, Long-tailed Weasel, Rock Squirrel, Uinta Ground Squirrel, Turkey Vulture, Red-naped Sapsucker, Mountain Bluebird, Yellow-headed Blackbird
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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Getting there →
From Highway 24 northwest of Loa, Utah, take Highway 25 northeast 9 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 Mackinaw cost per night?+
Mackinaw costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Mackinaw open?+
Mackinaw is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Mackinaw have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Mackinaw?+
Mackinaw can accommodate RVs up to 125 feet.
How do I make reservations at Mackinaw?+
Mackinaw 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 Mackinaw?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Mackinaw is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Mackinaw open, and what are check-in times?+
Mackinaw 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 (89)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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