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Doctor Creek Campground

Fishlake National Forest, Utah

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As of October 2026, Doctor Creek Campground is a campground in Fishlake National Forest, Utah with 12 campsites. Doctor Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Doctor Creek Campground is located at 38.5278° N, 111.7450° W.

people allowed on 9 of 12 sites: 10
people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites: 150

Doctor Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Doctor Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Doctor Creek Campground

GRPA27GRPB5711161718242526

Standard 10
Group 2
Accessible 1

What an RV fits

45 ft2 sites
46 ft2 sites
47 ft2 sites
49 ft2 sites
52 ft1 site
62 ft1 site
99 ft2 sites

Amenities

restrooms
showers
potable water
dump station

At a glance: Setting: Mountain · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, climbing, photography.

All sites at Doctor Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
GRPA	DOCT	Group	150	99 ft	-
027	Double	Standard	20	45 ft	-
GRPB	GRPB	Group	150	99 ft	-
005	SING	Standard	10	52 ft	-
007	SING	Standard	10	62 ft	-
011	SING	Standard	10	47 ft	-
016	SING	Standard	10	46 ft	-
017	SING	Standard	10	45 ft	-
018	SING	Standard	10	46 ft	Accessible
024	SING	Standard	10	47 ft	-
025	SING	Standard	10	49 ft	-
026	SING	Standard	10	49 ft	-

About Doctor Creek Campground

Overview

Doctor Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, wildlife viewing and exploring local trails. Located within the Aspen Pando Clone it is a great explore this world renound natural treasure.

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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 scenic 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.

Facilities

The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 150 people each, both with shelters, tables, campfire rings and grills. Several single-family sites are available as well. Mallard Day Use site is located within the campground.

Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A dump station is located at the campground entrance. Roads and parking spurs are paved.

Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Natural Features

Doctor Creek sits at at an elevation of 9,000 feet on the southern tip of Fish Lake on Mallard Bay. A series of ponds, known as Coots Slough, dot the area just south of the campground. Aspens and cottonwoods provide limited shade in this sagebrush-covered area. Sites on the outer edge of the campground offer excellent lake views but no shade.

Nearby Attractions

The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby 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.

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities.

Rules and notices at Doctor Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Doctor Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

This is a high elevation facility; use caution when traveling from lower elevations and be prepared for inclement weather.

Street legal and non-street legal vehicles are allowed for access and egress only.

There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at the campground.

This is a 'pack it in-pack it out' facility. Please bring your own garbage bags. Dumpsters are available within Fishlake Basin.

Camping is limited to 16 days.

Any vehicles or trailers that can not fit in the designated site must be relocated to another site purchased at full site price. Check area map for available free parking

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.

Discharging a firearm of any kind is prohibited: this includes BB guns, slingshots, paintball guns etc. Take these activities outside of the campground please.

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Doctor Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Doctor Creek Campground?

Doctor Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 12 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Doctor Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Doctor Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Doctor Creek Campground have?

Doctor Creek Campground has 12 campsites.