Joes Valley Reservoir

Manti-La Sal National Forest, UT · ≈56.8 mi to Payson
Sites
51
Max rig
65+ ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
56.8 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Big rigs and large RVs
  • Boating and water sports enthusiasts
  • Fishing and swimming
  • Tent campers seeking nature
  • Pet-friendly camping

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVers needing hookups
  • Those wanting cell service
  • Visitors near town amenities

Connectivity

Plan to be offlineNo modeled cell coverage from any carrier. If you need connectivity here, a satellite communicator or hotspot device is worth considering.

What's here

51 Standards (no Hookups)Drive-In access
Rig compatibility

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Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedDrinking waterGrillsPets allowedShadeVault toilets
Activities
BikingBoatingCampingFishingSwimming SiteWater Sports
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Where it is

Nearest town: Payson, ~56.8 miGet directions ↗

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Photos

Photos: USFS, Chris Nichols

Overview

Overview Joe's Valley Reservoir Campground is located in a high mountain valley next to its namesake, at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the surrounding off-road vehicle trails. A paved road winds around the lake but quickly turns to dirt once the elevation begins to increase. Recreation The reservoir offers good fishing for cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, tiger muskie and trophy splake. Boating, water skiing and canoeing are popular on the lake. A boat ramp is located nearby on the eastern shoreline. Horseback riding, bouldering, hiking and mountain biking are popular in the area as well. Facilities The campground contains several single and double-family campsites, all of which are accessible. Many sites have lake views and some sites are shaded. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. Boat ramps can be found nearby for easy lake access. Natural Features Joe's Valley is situated on the Wasatch Plateau in Central Utah. Juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush cover the area, and aspens and pines dot the surrounding hillsides. Located on a reservoir, there is nearby access to Seely Creek, Littles Creek, North Dragon Creek, and Lowry Water. Nearby Attractions Renowned bouldering opportunities are located in nearby Straight and Cottonwood Canyons. Popular mountain fisheries at Grassy Lake, Pete's Hole, and Potters Ponds are all within 10 miles of the group site. The 370-mile Arapeen Off-Highway Vehicle Trail System can be accessed directly from the Reeder Trailhead, which includes 66 and 55-inch OHV trails. Attractions at Joe's Valley Reservoir include the Orange Olsen Guard Station cabin rentals, and Joe's Valley Group Pavilion.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Developed campground