Baker Dam Campground

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·Baker Dam Recreation Area

Overview

In the early 1980s, the Baker Dam Recreation Area was developed to take advantage of the recreational opportunities provided by the reservoir. Increased public demand led to an expansion of the recreation area in 1994 that included enlarging the campground and adding a day use section. Today, the recreation area serves as a base camp to enjoy not only the reservoir, but adjacent public lands as well. Please protect your resources by acting responsibly and following the rules.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (Majority of the campsites have back in)

  • Hike In Distance To Site

    (Up to 99')

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 12)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 4)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Site Access

    (Majority of the campsites have drive in)

Natural Features

Baker Dam Campsite Table and Fire Ring - Credits: Luke Hutchinson
Baker Dam Overlook - Credits: Luke Hutchinson
Baker Dam Campsite - Credits: Luke Hutchinson
Baker Dam Sign - Credits: Luke Hutchinson

Pine Valley Ranger District abuts BLM managed lands to the north and east. The Forest provides fishing, hiking, camping, and hunting. Cooler temps prevail with elevations reaching over 6,500 feet in the Pine Valley Mountains.

Recreation

Campsite - Credits: Lynne Scott

Baker Dam Reservoir is known for its cold water game fish. It is annually stocked by the UDWR with rainbow and brown trout.

Migratory and year-round birds enjoy the reservoir’s open water and the Santa Clara River’s riparian habitat. View birds at the reservoir as well as along the Overlook Trails. Look for Eagles, Gray Flycatchers, Herons, and other waterfowl.

Hunting is permitted on public lands in accordance with Utah state laws and regulations outside of recreation area. There are opportunities to hunt for deer, quail, and rabbit. Keep off highway vehicles on existing roads and trails.

OHVs may travel on BLM managed lands and the Dixie National Forest on existing roads and trails; however, OHV use is not permitted within the recreation area. Please be informed of all laws and regulations relating to OHVs.

Permitted Equipment

  • rv-Up to 46ft

  • boat-N/A

  • tent-N/A

  • trailer-Up to 45ft

  • vehicle-Up to 99ft

  • 5th wheel-Up to 45ft

  • pickup camper-Up to 25ft

  • pop up camper-Up to 30ft

  • camper van-Up to 25ft

Nearby Attractions

Snow Canyon State Park. Pine Valley Recreation Area.

Additional Information

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