Yankee Meadow Campground

Zion & Bryce

Yankee Meadow Campground

Zion & Bryce

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Campground: Yankee Meadow Campground. Operated by United States Forest Service.

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PANGUITCH LAKE

Overview Panguitch Lake Campground is located 14 miles southwest of Panguitch, Utah. Some of the state's largest rainbow trout are fished from the lake each year, and aptly so; "Panguitch" comes from the Paiute word meaning "big fish." Visitors also enjoy canoeing and exploring the Panguitch Lake OHV Trail System. Recreation Panguitch Lake offers great fishing for rainbow, brook, cutthroat and brown trout. Canoeing and kyacking are a popular activity. Two public boat ramps are located on the lake, one on the south shore and the other on the north shore at Wildlife Point. The Markagunt OHV trail system at Panguitch Lake offers 300 miles of routes and trails. Other activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding and hunting. Facilities The campground is located on both the north side and the south side of the highway. The Panguitch lake north is the larger of the two, with single and double campsites and three group sites. The south side is strictly for tent camping (no reservations). Amenities include flush toilets and drinking water. There are no hook-ups available so please fill your tanks at the dumpstation just east of the campground prior to setting up. A horseshoe pit and a volleyball court are on-site, though campers must provide their own net and ball. An amphitheater near the Panguitch group site is available upon request. The campground road and parking spurs are paved. Accessible sites area available on the north side of the campground. No OHV access in or out of the campground including street legal, all OHV's must be trailered. Natural Features The lake is situated high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,400 feet. A forest of ponderosa pines covers the campground, which lies on a hillside about a quarter-mile above the lake. Deer and elk are often seen in the area. Nearby Attractions Panguitch Lake has two public boat landings and is less than 5 minutes from the campground. Great fishing from both a boat and the shore or just hanging out on the beach is enjoyed by many! Panguitch Lake Campground is just 14 miles from Cedar Breaks National Monument, with hiking trails, guided tours, wildflower walks, star gazing and awesome views of the Cedar Breaks Amphitheater. Just outside Cedar Breaks is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, where hikers will find 10 miles of trails and the Twisted Forest, a stand of ancient bristlecone pine. Bryce Canyon National Park is 30 minutes away, with breathtaking scenery and excellent hiking and horse ridng opportunities.

15.4 km away

WHITE BRIDGE

Overview White Bridge Campground is located just 12 miles southwest of Panguitch, Utah and 55 miles northeast of Cedar City. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing on nearby Panguitch Lake and exploring local trails. Recreation Campers enjoy fishing for rainbow trout in Panguitch Creek. Hiking and biking are popular activities around the campground. The Panguitch Lake ATV Trail System offers 100+ miles of trails and can be accessed nearby. Facilities White Bridge offers several family campsites. The sites along the creek have natural shade, while the sites across the loop road are more open and equipped with picnic shelters for shade. Flush and vault toilets are provided, as is drinking water and a dump station. OHV/ATV's including street legal are allowed in the campground for ingress and egress only (to and from your campsite to the road). Joy riding in the campground is not allowed. Natural Features The campground is situated high on the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 7,900 feet. Panguitch Creek runs alongside the campground. Cottonwoods line the creek and aspens, pinion and juniper dot the sagebrush-covered landscape. Nearby Attractions White Bridge is just 6 miles from Panguitch Lake. Some of the state's largest rainbow trout are fished from the lake each year, and aptly so; "Panguitch" comes from the Paiute word meaning "big fish." Anglers will also find brook, cutthroat and brown trout. Canoeing is a popular activity on this small body of water. Boat ramps are located on the south shore and at Wildlife Point. Cedar Breaks National Monument, with hiking trails and guided tours, is 16 miles from White Bridge. Just outside Cedar Breaks is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, where hikers will find 10 miles of trails and the Twisted Forest, a stand of ancient bristlecone pine. Bryce Canyon National Park is just over an hour away, with breathtaking scenery and excellent hiking opportunities.

17.7 km away

POINT SUPREME CAMPGROUND

Overview The Point Supreme Campground in Cedar Breaks National Monument offers a camping experience at 10,000 feet in elevation. Available approximately from mid-June to late-September. Visitors can enjoy a variety of hiking trails, ranger programs and breathtaking scenery. Recreation Visitors will always find something to do at Cedar Breaks: including daily ranger programs, guided hikes, wildflower identification, wildlife viewing, photography, star gazing, junior ranger activities, and more! Facilities Restrooms with flush toilets are available. Showers with warm water are accessed using a code (ask campground host for code). Firewood is available onsite by donation. Two of our camping spots are wheelchair accessible. Three of the parks four hiking trails are within walking distance. Natural Features Cedar Breaks National Monument offers a spectacular view of deserts, forests, meadows and rocky spires. Come stand above 10,000 feet on while looking into a desert amphitheater filled with incredible, multi-colored hoodoos. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (435) 986-7120. Nearby Attractions The Point Supreme Campground is conveniently located near Brian Head, Dixie National Forest, Cedar City, Bryce Canyon National Park, and Zion National Park. For more information about nearby attractions, please visit https://visitcedarcity.com/ Charges & Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change your reservation. Cancellations more than 48 hours in advance of arrival date incur a $10 cancellation fee. Within 48 hours of arrival, a $10 cancellation fee and the first night's fee are charged. Campsites reserved online cannot be switched for drop-in or other vacant sites after arrival.

22.6 km away

CEDAR CANYON

Overview Cedar Canyon Campground is located conveniently close to Cedar City, Utah, only 11 miles east. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking and day-tripping to nearby Cedar Breaks National Monument. Recreation Cedar Canyon is just 8 miles from Cedar Breaks National Monument, with hiking trails, guided tours and breathtaking scenery. Just outside Cedar Breaks is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, where hikers will find 10 miles of trails and the Twisted Forest, a stand of ancient bristlecone pine. The 34-mile Virgin River Rim Trail is located near the campground with a short drive for access and is open to hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Facilities The campground offers a small group site and several family sites. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided but no showers are available. Roads and spurs are paved. OHV/ATV's including street legal are not allowed in the campground. Natural Features Crow Creek flows alongside the campground, which is settled on the western edge of the Colorado Plateau at an elevation of 8,100 feet. A forest of fir and aspen covers the site, providing shade in most campsites. Nearby Attractions Cedar Canyon is close to many areas with excellent recreational opportunities. Navajo Lake and Duck Lake are both within 20 minutes, offering boating, canoeing and fishing. The Markagunt ATV Trail System is easily accessed 5 miles to the east. OHV's are not allowed in the campground.