Yuba State Park encompasses several camping areas across Utah's desert lake region, with Painted Rocks Campground serving as the park's hillside option overlooking the reservoir. This established campground sits at 5,069 feet elevation and provides full hookup sites for RVs along with tent camping areas. The terrain remains open with minimal tree cover, leaving most sites exposed to sun and wind.
Each campsite includes water and electric hookups, with covered picnic tables that provide the primary shade. Zach R. notes the campground has "newer facilities at each site" and appreciates "the shade over each table." The food prep tables and vault toilets scattered throughout add practical amenities. A dump station operates near the entrance, with potable water available at the same location.
Lake access varies significantly with water levels, which can drop substantially during dry periods. When accessible, a small beach area near the boat launch provides swimming and fishing opportunities. The campground typically sees light use outside peak seasons, with several reviewers mentioning they encountered few other campers during their stays. Large RVs fit comfortably in the pull-through sites, with some accommodating rigs over 40 feet.
GPS coordinates help avoid the muddy dirt road entrance that can catch visitors off guard. For additional camping options in the area, consider camping near Yuba State Park or nearby Eagle View Campground — Yuba State Park.
Description
Yuba State Park got its name from the individuals who built the dam. Local farmers and ranchers had to build the dam themselves or risk losing their water rights. The men working on the structure called it the U.B. Dam. As they worked they sang a song that stated they were damned if they worked and damned if they didn't. The phonetic sound of the reservoirs name was eventually spelled Yuba.
- Extra vehicle fees will be charged upon arrival.
- No glass allowed at beach sites.
- Gates at the campgrounds are closed from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
- West and North Beach camping is primitive. There are no designated sites. You Choose your camping location along an open beach upon arrival.
- Visitors must bring their own firewood.
- Ice is available at the park headquarters during the summer
- Only designated beach areas are open; be aware of all undeveloped closed areas.
- No tents are allowed on the lawn. Please use the provided tent pad in your site. One tent per campsite is allowed. Tents and structures on the lawns are harmful to the grass. This park rule is enforced.
- Yuba State Park now allows ATV/OHV access from the campground to nearby trails. Please remember that you are only allowed to ride your ATV/OHV directly to and from the OHV riding areas to your campsite at a maximum speed of 15 MPH. Recreational riding within the camping areas is strictly prohibited.
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
By a vehicle having a camper or RV, that means it is a camping unit, not an extra vehicle.
All campsites and yurts are available for reservation on a four-month rolling basis. For example, on January 10 individual sites are available for reservation through May 10. You can book a maximum of 13 days beyond the last date of the reservation window. For more information please contact our Reservation Call Center at 800-322-3770 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Mountain Time) Monday through Friday. The call center is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Visit stateparks.utah.gov to learn current conditions, fire restrictions, and other important information for each individual state park. Refunds are not given for changing park conditions such as changing water levels or fire bans.
All Reservations that extend beyond The Furthest Arrival Date Must Wait 21 Days Before Changes Can Be Made
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundPainted Rocks Campground — Yuba State Park is located in Utah
Directions
From Salt Lake: Take Interstate 15 south to Exit 202 - Yuba Lake. Follow the access road approximately five miles to park entrance.
Address
BOX 159
Levan, UT 84639-0159
Coordinates
39.3531498 N
111.94244797 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr from Provo, UT
- 1 hr 31 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 1 hr 59 min from Ogden, UT
- 2 hrs 43 min from Logan, UT
