Twin Lake Campground

Manti-La Sal National Forest — lakeside

Location: Ephraim, UT, UT

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 3.3 out of 5 (9 reviews)

Season: May through October

Twin Lake Campground rests in a juniper tree belt between the lower river bottom of Twelve Mile Canyon and the upper sub-alpine top of Skyline Drive. Visitors enjoy exploring a wealth of off-road vehicle trails.With an off-road vehicle learner loop in the campground and a central location between trails connecting to the Arapeen OHV Trail system and Skyline Drive, Twin Lake is the perfect staging area for exciting riding at any skill level.The campground contains one group site available for onl

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets

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

Twin Lake Campground offers a remote staging area for off-road vehicle enthusiasts with well-maintained trails connecting to the Arapeen OHV Trail system and Skyline Drive. Campers praise it as an amazing getaway with plenty of shade, trees suitable for hammocks, and abundant wildlife viewing opportunities.

Wildlife alert: Great Basin Rattlesnake, Wandering Garter Snake, Wild Turkey, Broad-winged Hawk, Spotted Sandpiper, and Bonasa umbellus present in the area

Insider tips for Twin Lake Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 3 sites Prepare for steep 5-mile dirt road access; high-clearance or off-road vehicles recommended Bring your own water and trash bags — no potable water or trash cans at the campground

Skip Twin Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You require potable water access. You visit outside May-October seasonal window. You have a low-clearance vehicle — access road is steep and well-maintained but requires careful driving.

Best time to visit Twin Lake Campground: May-October — Official seasonal operations period.

Nearby campgrounds: Twelve Mile Flat (FERRON, UT), Indian Creek Guard Station (Ferron, UT), Ferron Reservoir (FERRON , UT), Manti Community (EPHRAIM, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Twin Lake Campground

Cell signal at Twin Lake Campground (Ephraim, 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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Ephraim, UT, UT★ 3.3 (9 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Twin Lake Campground rests in a juniper tree belt between the lower river bottom of Twelve Mile Canyon and the upper sub-alpine top of Skyline Drive. Visitors enjoy exploring a wealth of off-road vehicle trails.With an off-road vehicle learner loop in the campground and a central location between trails connecting to the Arapeen OHV Trail system and Skyline Drive, Twin Lake is the perfect staging area for exciting riding at any skill level.The campground contains one group site available for online reservations. This site accommodates up to 40 people and six vehicles.

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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 RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
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 require potable water access✕ You visit outside May-October seasonal window✕ You have a low-clearance vehicle — access road is steep and well-maintained but requires careful driving

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 3 sites

Prepare for steep 5-mile dirt road access; high-clearance or off-road vehicles recommended

Bring your own water and trash bags

no potable water or trash cans at the campground

Best: May-October

Official seasonal operations period

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
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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: Great Basin Rattlesnake, Wandering Garter Snake, Wild Turkey, Broad-winged Hawk, Spotted Sandpiper, and Bonasa umbellus present in the area

Location

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Getting there →

Travel east out of Mayfield, UT on "Canyon Road" to the Forest Service boundary of Twelve Mile Canyon. Stay on Forest Development Road 22, approximately 7.5 miles from Mayfield, Utah.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Twin Lake Campground cost per night?+
Twin Lake Campground costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Twin Lake Campground open?+
Twin Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Twin Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Twin Lake Campground?+
Twin Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Twin Lake Campground?+
Twin Lake Campground 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 Twin Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Twin Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Twin Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Twin Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$10 /night★ 3.3 (9)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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