Pine Lake Campground
Pine Lake Campground picnic area in Bryce Canyon National Park with a wooden table, fire ring, and surrounding forest.
Serene lakeside scene at Bryce Canyon National Park with pine forest shoreline reflected in calm water.

Pine Lake Campground

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Last Updated: February 2026

Sites

32

RV Max Length

30 ft; one site up to 35 ft

Hookups

No hookups; seasonal drinking water

Pets Allowed

No

Showers

No

Overview

About This Campground

You're at 8,100 ft among spruce and ponderosa, with 32 sites (28 family, 4 group) and tent pads at every site. There are no hookups; potable water is seasonal and may be unavailable, so bring your own. Vault toilets are available and there are no showers; pack it in and pack it out. A short trail leads to Pine Lake for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing, with a concrete boat launch nearby and Bryce Canyon about 30 minutes away.

Highlights

Book If

βœ… BOOK IF: You need forest privacy and can handle dry camping with 30–35 ft RVs. ❌ SKIP IF: You require showers, hookups, or pull-throughs.

Site Types

Family sites, group sites

Scenic Views

Pine Lake views and forest surroundings

Nearby Attractions

Bryce Canyon NP entrance (~30 min); Panguitch (~14 miles); Antimony (~14 miles)

Family Friendly

Forest setting with spacious sites; good for kids who can handle dry camping and short drives to Pine Lake

Best Time to Visit

Late spring to early fall; plan ahead due to high demand

Camping Tips

  • Book on Recreation.gov well in advance
  • Bring ample water; no guaranteed on-site supply
  • Pack out all trash; leave no trace
  • Use proper bear storage; keep food secured
  • Respect quiet hours and road noise from nearby trails

RV Driver Intel

The Setup

Internal roads are well-maintained gravel; no explicit pull-throughs listed. RVs up to 30 ft (35 ft on one site) are common; plan for back-in parking on some sites. Sedan-friendly access; watch for ATV traffic near Lake Trailhead.

The Vibe

Forest-based, high-altitude basecamp with ample spacing; not a wilderness solitude retreat, but quiet nights and easy lake access.

Bath & Laundry

Showers are unavailable; bathrooms are accessible vault toilets; no on-site laundry

What Campers Say

Rated 4.6 stars from 108 reviews; visitors praise spacious, private sites and convenient Pine Lake access; note no showers and water status can vary, with strong demand driving quick bookings.

ℹ️ Data Sources
πŸ“– Recreation.gov β€” Pine Lake Campground (official reservations) (checked 2026-02-11) πŸ“– National Park Service β€” Bryce Canyon National Park fees, hours & conditions (checked 2026-07-05) πŸ“– usda.gov πŸ“– campflare.com πŸ“– campsitephotos.com πŸ“– youtube.com πŸ“– thedyrt.com πŸ“– bringfido.com πŸ“– hipcamp.com πŸ“– iowadnr.gov ⭐ Google Reviews πŸ“ YourNPGuide Editorial

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