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Elkhorn Campground in Utah
Hard to BookNational Forest

Elkhorn Campground

Fishlake National Forest, Utah

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As of September 2026, Elkhorn Campground is a campground in Fishlake National Forest, Utah with 1 campsite. Elkhorn Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Elkhorn Campground is located at 38.4635ยฐ N, 111.4566ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
75

Elkhorn Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum consecutive stay: 15 consecutive nights

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

Campsites at Elkhorn Campground

  • Group 1

What an RV fits

  • 70 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: Gravel road.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife, photography, offroad.

All sites at Elkhorn Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the ELKHORN CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RV
G1Group7570 ft

About Elkhorn Campground

Overview

Elkhorn Campground is located 20 miles northeast of Loa, Utah, on the scenic Thousand Lake Mountain at an elevation of approximately 9300 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails on foot, bike or off-road vehicle.

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Recreation

Miles of trails, including the Great Western Trail, crisscross the area, offering excellent hiking, biking and off-roading opportunities. Numerous sparkling alpine lakes provide great fishing and scenery.

Facilities

The campground contains one group site and a pavilion that can accommodate up to 75 people, with large tables, grills, Dutch oven cooking surfaces and a fire ring with benches.

Vault toilets are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel. Elkhorn Ranger Station is just across a meadow from the site. Drinking water has been shut down for the season

Natural Features

A thick stand of aspen, pine, and spruce trees covers the campground, offering pleasant shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the surrounding meadow.

Rules and notices at Elkhorn Campground

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

Notices from Recreation.gov

This campground has both reservable and first come, first served sites

Off-road vehicles are allowed only for entering and exiting the campground

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.

Elkhorn Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Elkhorn Campground?

Elkhorn Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Elkhorn Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Elkhorn 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 Elkhorn Campground have?

Elkhorn Campground has 1 campsites.

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