Where the forested slopes meet Fish Lake's shoreline, Frying Pan Campground operates under US Forest Service management in Fishlake National Forest. The campground accommodates RVs up to 99 feet with drinking water, flush toilets, and a dump station available on-site. Campers report limited tree coverage, which reduces wind protection but maintains lake views. Access requires navigating rough roads, though the campground stays well-organized with designated tent and RV areas.
Wildlife sightings include moose, deer, and elk according to visitor accounts. The location fills quickly during peak season, as Fish Lake area campgrounds experience high demand. For supplies or additional amenities like showers, campers drive about 10 minutes to nearby lodges around the lake. The site works well for groups focused on fishing and lake access rather than extensive shade or on-site services.
Description
Overview
Frying Pan Campground is located on the Fishlake Scenic Byway in central Utah, just 3 miles north of Fish Lake, at an elevation of 9,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring local trails. View Frying Pan Campground Map
Recreation
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake and covers 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities. The scenic Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation.
Facilities
The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 100 people, with picnic tables, a campfire ring and large parking area. Several single-family sites are available as well. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Natural Features
The campground sits on a sagebrush-covered hillside above the valley floor and offers views of the north end of Fish Lake Basin. Aspen trees forest the site, providing limited shade.
Nearby Attractions
Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities. The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby at Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsFrying Pan is located in Utah near Fremont
Directions
From Highway 24 northwest of Loa, Utah, take Highway 25 northeast approximately 15 miles to the campground.
Address
138 South Main PO Box 129
Loa, UT 84747
Coordinates
38.6088889 N
111.6788889 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 53 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 18 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 24 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 45 min from Grand Junction, CO
