Kings Creek
FSU.S. Forest Service — Panguitch · Utah · Dixie National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Dixie National Forest |
| Location | Panguitch · Utah · Dixie National Forest · 37.61250, -112.26250 · Map |
| Sites | 39 public sites counted from the federal listing — 36 standard nonelectric; 1 group picnic area; 1 group rv area nonelectric; 1 group tent only area nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 39 sites Water hookups at 0 of 39 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 39 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 39 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 140 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 38 sites · 30 ft: 38 sites · 35 ft: 37 sites · 40 ft: 34 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 801-226-3564 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-07-23.
From the official listing
Overview Kings Creek Campground is located on the west side of Tropic Reservoir, high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,000 feet. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, and exploring local ATV trails.
Recreation Kings Creek is a favorite of ATV enthusiasts because of its easy access to a large network of trails. The Fremont ATV trail passes within 1/4 mile of the campground and the Great Western Trail is nearby.
Hiking and mountain biking trails are plentiful as well, with access from various points within the campground.
Tropic Reservoir offers boating, canoeing and fishing for brook, rainbow, brown and cutthroat trout. A boat ramp is within 1/2-mile of the the campground. The East Fork Sevier River is nearby with good fishing opportunities. Facilities The campground offers two group sites which can be reserved separately or together. The group area is isolated from the main campground and provides privacy for gatherings and events. A large covered pavilion with picnic tables is also included with the group site to provide shade and cover from the weather. Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. The campground and reservoir are reached via a partially paved and well-maintained gravel road with good access for cars and RVs alike.
Natural Features Tropic Reservoir is situated at the foot of beautifully forested mountains in Southern Utah. The campground is nestled among towering pines on a hillside above the reservoir. Nearby Attractions Bryce Canyon National Park is located 12 miles from the campground, with breathtaking scenery and excellent hiking opportunities. Kodachrome Basin State Park is ab one hour drive, with towering rock spires, a natural arch and great hiking trails.
Directions, from the listing
From Panguitch, Utah, travel 7 miles south on Hwy 89 to Scenic Hwy 12. Travel Hwy 12 for 11 miles to East Fork Road. Travel East Fork Road 7 miles to Tropic Reservoir and Kings Creek Campground. Turn immediately after the sign for the campground, and continue .5 miles to the campground located on the west side of Tropic Reservoir.
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Trip Card — Kings Creek
Panguitch · Utah · Dixie National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Panguitch · Utah · Dixie National Forest |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 140 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 39 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/231914 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.