21
Total Campsites
Campground
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Reservable Sites
Mostly first-come
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND
Overview Posey Lake Campground is located next to its beautiful namesake lake high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,800 feet. Visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing and exploring local trails. Recreation Posey Lake offers rainbow and brook trout fishing, canoeing, kayaking and non-motorized boating. Two hiking trails begin at the campground. The Posey Overlook Trail is a mile long and leads to a beautiful overlook. The Posey Spur Trail connects the campground to the Great Western Trail, which provides excellent hiking and mountain biking. Facilities Posey Lake offers rainbow and brook trout fishing, canoeing, kayaking and non-motorized boating. Two hiking trails begin at the campground. The Posey Overlook Trail is a mile long and leads to a beautiful overlook. The Posey Spur Trail connects the campground to the Great Western Trail, which provides excellent hiking and mountain biking. Natural Features The campground is situated on a hillside above Posey Lake. A scenic forest of towering ponderosa pines covers the area. Clusters of aspens dot the landscape and summer wildflowers are abundant. Nearby Attractions Posey Lake offers a cool escape from the surrounding desert landscape and is often used as a base to explore the surrounding region. The Escalante area of southern Utah offers breathtaking scenery nearly everywhere you look. Sightseeing along Forest Road 153 (Hell's Backbone) and Utah Highway 12, a National All American Highway, is very popular. The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Anasazi State Park, and the Escalante Petrified Forest State Park are all located in the area.
- 21 total campsites listed.
- Primarily first-come camping based on current listing data.
- Most common site type: unknown (21).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND special
Perched at 8,800 feet on the Colorado Plateau in southern Utah, Posey Lake Campground occupies one of those rare sweet spots where high desert meets mountain forest. The 21 sites are arranged around the shores of Posey Lake, a small but scenic body of water surrounded by ponderosa pine, spruce, and aspen that light up in brilliant gold come autumn. This is Dixie National Forest country -- vast, uncrowded, and strikingly beautiful in a way that feels distinctly different from Utah's famous red-rock parks to the south. Fishing for stocked rainbow trout is a popular draw, and the lake is small enough that a float tube or canoe is all you need to reach the best spots. The surrounding Aquarius Plateau offers some of the finest backcountry exploring in the state, with trails leading to alpine meadows, hidden lakes, and sweeping panoramas that stretch from the Henry Mountains to the Grand Staircase. Nights are cool and remarkably dark, making Posey Lake a favorite among stargazers who know that southern Utah skies are in a class of their own. The campground is well-maintained with a relaxed pace that suits families and solo adventurers alike. Come for the trout, stay for the silence, and leave already planning your return.
Campsite Inventory
21 sites to choose from
Unknown
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
BBQ
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Single
Check-in time
02:00 PM
Check-out time
11:00 AM
Double Driveway
Yes
Driveway entry
Back-In, Pull-Through
Driveway length (ft)
25, 30, 35, 40
Driveway surface
Gravel
Fire Pit
Yes
Food Locker
Yes
Max guests
35, 8
Max vehicle length (ft)
25, 35
Minimum guests
Yes
Pets allowed
Yes
Picnic Table
Yes
Shade
Full, Yes
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
435-826-5499
Help.Dixie.Escalante@AmericanLL.com
Getting There
From Highway 12 in Escalante, turn north at 300 East at the elementary school at the Posey Lake/Hell's Backbone sign. Travel 14 miles to junction of Forest Roads 153 and 154, keep left and travel 2 miles to Posey Lake Campground. Site access can be difficult; about 14 miles of the road is gravel with some steep sections.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND.
How do reservations work for POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND?
Reservation availability for POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND?
POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND currently lists Unknown (21).
Where is POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND located?
POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND is in Utah. Coordinates: 37.9417, -111.6936.
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