Panguitch Lake

Dixie National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: CEDAR CITY, UT, UT

Price: From $23 per night

Price range: $23–$92 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (146 reviews)

Season: May through October

Panguitch Lake Campground is located 14 miles southwest of Panguitch, Utah. Some of the state’s largest rainbow trout are fished from the lake each year, and aptly so; "Panguitch" comes from the Paiute word meaning "big fish." Visitors also enjoy canoeing and exploring the Panguitch Lake OHV Trail System.The campground is located on both the north side and the south side of the highway. The Panguitch lake north is the larger of the two, with single and double campsites and three group sites.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

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

Panguitch Lake Campground offers excellent fishing for rainbow, brook, cutthroat and brown trout, with some of Utah's largest rainbow trout caught here annually. Campers consistently praise the large sites with fire rings and tables, clean flush toilets, and good drinking water.

Wildlife alert: Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Utah Prairie Dog, Western Tanager, Desert Collared Lizard, and Greater Short-horned Lizard present in the area.

Insider tips for Panguitch Lake: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with high demand Request lower-numbered sites (such as #4) for lake views, which are double spots Group sites can accommodate large gatherings with ample space for tents and activities

Skip Panguitch Lake if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. You prefer to arrive without reservations — making reservations is almost mandatory.

Best time to visit Panguitch Lake: May through October — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: White Bridge (CEDAR CITY, UT), Point Supreme Campground (Cedar City, UT), Duck Creek (CEDAR CITY, UT), Spruces Campground (Dixie Nf) (CEDAR CITY, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Panguitch Lake

Cell signal at Panguitch Lake (CEDAR CITY, 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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CEDAR CITY, UT, UT★ 4.2 (146 reviews)From $23/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Panguitch Lake Campground is located 14 miles southwest of Panguitch, Utah. Some of the state’s largest rainbow trout are fished from the lake each year, and aptly so; "Panguitch" comes from the Paiute word meaning "big fish." Visitors also enjoy canoeing and exploring the Panguitch Lake OHV Trail System.The campground is located on both the north side and the south side of the highway. The Panguitch lake north is the larger of the two, with single and double campsites and three group sites.

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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.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Flush 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 at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You prefer to arrive without reservations — making reservations is almost mandatory

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with high demand

Request lower-numbered sites (such as #4) for lake views, which are double spots

Group sites can accommodate large gatherings with ample space for tents and activities

Best: May through October

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
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: Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Utah Prairie Dog, Western Tanager, Desert Collared Lizard, and Greater Short-horned Lizard present in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Panguitch, Utah, take Highway 143 southwest 14 miles. Campground is on the north side of the highway.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Dixie National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Dixie National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Panguitch Lake cost per night?+
Panguitch Lake costs $23–$92 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Panguitch Lake open?+
Panguitch Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Panguitch Lake have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Panguitch Lake?+
Panguitch Lake can accommodate RVs up to 99 feet.
How do I make reservations at Panguitch Lake?+
Panguitch Lake 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 Panguitch Lake?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Panguitch Lake is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Panguitch Lake open, and what are check-in times?+
Panguitch Lake 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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Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$23 /night★ 4.2 (146)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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CEDAR CITY, UT

From $23/night

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