About Lake Canyon Rec Area
Lake Canyon Recreation Area can be found along Utah's scenic Energy Loop, on top of the Wasatch Plateau. It is located just off Highway 31, approximately 18 miles east of the town of Fairview. The recreation area is situated between Huntington and Cleveland reservoirs, at an approximate elevation of 9,000 feet. The area is a paradise for anglers and off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Huntington Reservoir has great tiger and cutthroat trout fishing, while Cleveland Reservoir offers great fishing for rainbow trout. Both reservoirs are perfect for canoeing and kayaking, however boat ramps are not available. The extensive Lake Canyon OHV Trail System offers many miles of exciting trails and three beginner loops, making the area accessible to riders of all skill levels. Horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking are popular as well. Electric Lake is nearby, offering boating, water skiing and…
- Fees: Units 11, 17, 24, 41, $30/Night for double unit, Group site A, $60/group size of 150 if reserving online. Walk in rates are $15 for a…
- Season: June 1 – October 1
- Managed by: Manti-La Sal National Forest, FS
- Where: 10 mi east of Fairview, UT · 39.58, -111.26
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Aug (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Oct–May.
Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.
Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Canyon #10 South Section | ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 0.1 mi | 5.2 mi |
| Lake Canyon | ATV road | 0.1 mi | 0.6 mi |
| Lake Canyon #17 | ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 0.2 mi | 0.5 mi |
| Lake Canyon #11 | ATV / OHV, Dirt bike | 0.2 mi | 0.2 mi |
| Lake Canyon Host Site | ATV road | 0.2 mi | 0.3 mi |
| South Fork of Lake Canyon | Hiking | 0.3 mi | 1.1 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way shows rich detail, horizon to horizon.
Class 2 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Stargazing nearby: Helper (Dark Sky Community), 23 mi.
Dump station: 21.8 mi
Nearest of each within 25 miles, straight-line.