Established Camping
Posy Lake Campground
Campers are Saying
Posy Lake Campground, near Dixie National Forest, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape into nature. With its serene setting and spacious sites, it’s a favorite among campers who appreciate a quiet retreat surrounded by trees.
This campground is perfect for fishing enthusiasts, with an eight-acre lake that’s ideal for kayak fishing and offers excellent trout opportunities. Visitors have raved about the well-kept facilities, including clean, modern toilets and strategically placed water taps that make staying hydrated a breeze. One camper noted, “The campground is well taken care of and the water taps are strategically spaced out between campsites.”
For those who enjoy hiking, there’s a trail leading to a lookout point that provides breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Many campers recommend site 15 for its privacy and elevation, making it a great choice for those seeking a little solitude. As one reviewer put it, “This campground is truly a hidden gem.”
While amenities like showers and trash services are not available, the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere more than make up for it. Just be sure to bring your own firewood, as it’s not sold on-site. Whether you’re casting a line in the lake or soaking in the night sky filled with stars, Posy Lake Campground offers a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
General Overview
USDA Forest Service
Dixie National Forest
Overview
Posey Lake Campground is located next to its beautiful namesake lake high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing and exploring local trails.
Recreation
Posey Lake offers rainbow and brook trout fishing, canoeing, kayaking and non-motorized boating. Two hiking trails begin at the campground. The Posey Overlook Trail is a mile long and leads to a beautiful overlook. The Posey Spur Trail connects the campground to the Great Western Trail, which provides excellent hiking and mountain biking.
Facilities
Posey Lake offers rainbow and brook trout fishing, canoeing, kayaking and non-motorized boating. Two hiking trails begin at the campground. The Posey Overlook Trail is a mile long and leads to a beautiful overlook. The Posey Spur Trail connects the campground to the Great Western Trail, which provides excellent hiking and mountain biking.
Natural Features
The campground is situated on a hillside above Posey Lake. A scenic forest of towering ponderosa pines covers the area. Clusters of aspens dot the landscape and summer wildflowers are abundant.
Nearby Attractions
Posey Lake offers a cool escape from the surrounding desert landscape and is often used as a base to explore the surrounding region. The Escalante area of southern Utah offers breathtaking scenery nearly everywhere you look. Sightseeing along Forest Road 153 (Hell's Backbone) and Utah Highway 12, a National All American Highway, is very popular. The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Anasazi State Park, and the Escalante Petrified Forest State Park are all located in the area.
Location
Posy Lake Campground is located in Utah
Directions
From Highway 12 in Escalante, turn north at 300 East at the elementary school at the Posey Lake/Hell's Backbone sign. Travel 14 miles to junction of Forest Roads 153 and 154, keep left and travel 2 miles to Posey Lake Campground. Site access can be difficult; about 14 miles of the road is gravel with some steep sections.
Address
DIXIE
UT
Coordinates
37.9416667 N
111.6936111 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TAvailable
- T-MobileAvailable
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites