Anglers and birdwatchers gravitate to Piute State Park Campground for its lakeside location and open terrain. The free campground sits within Piute State Park near the shores of Piute Reservoir, offering both shaded spots among cottonwood trees and open areas that work well for solar setups. Pit toilets provide basic facilities, though they may be locked during early season visits.
Campers can choose their setup based on power needs and shade preferences. The lake reportedly holds good fishing opportunities, while spring visitors often encounter mayflies and active bird populations. Cell service through Verizon works reliably throughout the area. For RV travelers wanting full hookups, Junction RV Park provides a developed alternative with standard amenities.
Description
Piute offers incredible fishing opportunities whether from shore or on a boat. Game fish include rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout, and smallmouth bass. Piute is also a great lake for watersports, including waterskiing, jetskiing and wakeboarding. The park offers camping and picnicking on the beach, and access to the Paiute Trail System for OHV riding. No culinary water is available at Piute and camping areas are primitive.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPiute State Park Campground is located in Utah near Fishlake National Forest
Directions
From I-70 W take exit 23 to U.S. 89. Heading south on U.S. 89, turn left at the park sign (about 20 miles).
Coordinates
38.33504703 N
112.19770467000001 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/17/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/17/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 55 min from St. George, UT
- 2 hrs 16 min from Provo, UT
- 2 hrs 47 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 14 min from Ogden, UT






