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Twin Creeks Picnic

Fishlake National Forest

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Upcoming Availability

5 of 14 days currently show available sites.

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Campground guide

What to know before booking

Twin Creeks Picnic Area is is a day-use site located next to Fish Lake, Twin Creeks and the Fishlake Scenic Byway at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Twin Creeks contains one accessible group picnic site that can accommodate up to 100 people. The shelter sits amid scattered pines and aspens on the shore above Fish Lake.

Official campground details, summarized

Concise planning notes based on the public Recreation.gov campground information.

Facilities

Twin Creeks contains one accessible group picnic site that can accommodate up to 100 people. A large shelter with lake views is on-site, covering several picnic tables, grills and a campfire ring. An amphitheater is located to the north across the parking area, ampatheator use can be coordinated through the visitor center or by calling Fremont Rivier Ranger District. 435-836-2800 Pavillion rental does not restrict day use from other visitors utalizing the Twin Creeks area or acess to boardwalk and visitor center. Power outlets, lights, flush toilets and drinking water are provided with rental. The large parking area and short trail to the shelter are paved and ADA accesable. Twin Creeks boardwalk is located nearby for fish viewing. Please do not disturb the fish! Trash collection is not provided with rental of pavillion. Please deposit all trash at dumpster sites located at Mackinaw on highway 25 and Doctor Creek dumpstation.

Natural Features

The shelter sits amid scattered pines and aspens on the shore above Fish Lake. Sagebrush and summer wildflowers dot the landscape.

Recreation

Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 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 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins a mile away 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. The popular 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.

Nearby Attractions

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities. Pando Clone is located on the south end of the basin and identified with signs along highway 25. Lakeshore trail a varying 17 mile loop.

Campsite map

Site markers come from Recreation.gov campsite coordinates.

1 mapped sites

Campsites

A sample of official campsite metadata for scanning equipment fit before booking.

Site 1

TWIN

GROUP PICNIC AREA

0 ft

vehicle

100

people

Full

shade

Important notices

This is a high elevation facility; use caution when traveling from lower elevations and be prepared for inclement weather.
Off-road vehicle riding not allowed in this day use area.
Click here for more info about the Fishlake National Forest
Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

More at Fishlake National Forest

Other tracked campgrounds from the same park or area.

Surrounding campgrounds

Other tracked campgrounds within driving distance, nearest first.

Doctor Creek

Fishlake National Forest

1.9 mi

Paiute Campground

Fishlake National Forest

6 mi

Mt Terrill Guard Station

Fishlake National Forest

11.3 mi

Oak Creek Rec Site (Boulder, Ut)

Fishlake National Forest

37.9 mi

Jones Corral Guard Station

Dixie National Forest

40.9 mi

Ferron Reservoir Campground Ferron North

Manti-La Sal National Forest

43.5 mi

Common questions

Is Twin Creeks Picnic available right now?

Kestrel's most recent scan found openings on 5 of the next 14 days, starting Wed, Jul 29. Availability changes constantly — check the calendar above, then confirm on Recreation.gov.

How do I book Twin Creeks Picnic?

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