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JOES VALLEY RESERVOIR, UT

part ofManti-LaSal National Forest, US Forest Service
Status: Open through Wed Oct 30 2013   Season Dates
49 site(s) found

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.

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.

Recreation:

The reservoir offers good fishing for cutthroat, rainbow trout and trophy splake. Boating, water skiing and canoeing are popular on the lake. A boat ramp is located within the campground.

The expansive Arapeen OHV Trail System can be accessed just west of the reservoir and has more than 350 miles of designated, well-maintained trails for off-road vehicles. It is suitable for all riding levels. Horseback riding, 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.

Nearby Attractions:

Joe's Valley Resort is nearby, offering a restaurant and general store. Boat, personal watercraft, off-road vehicle and bike rentals are available there.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
  • Accessible Sites
  • Accessible Vault Toilets
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating
  • Campfire Rings
  • Canoeing
  • Drinking Water
  • Fish Cleaning Stations
  • Fishing
  • Horseback Riding Trails
  • Host
  • Lake Access
  • Mountain Biking
  • Off-Road Vehicle Trails
  • Paved Parking Spurs
  • Paved Roads
  • Swimming
  • Tables
  • Trailheads
  • Water Skiing
Know Before You Go
  • Click here to reserve the group pavilion for overnight use
  • Horses are not allowed in the campground
  • Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground
  • Click here for information on the Arapeen OHV Trail System
  • Click here for more information on the Manti-La Sal National Forest

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.2951, -111.2923
39°17'42"N, 111°17'32"W

From Price, Utah, travel 45 miles south on State Road 10, to the junction of State Roads 10 and 29. Turn west on State Road 29 and continue through Orangeville, approximately 12 miles. Turn north at the stop sign and follow State Road 29 approximately 18 miles to the campground.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

JOES VALLEY RESERVOIR
MANTI-LASAL
UT

Phone Number:

Information: (435)384-2372
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