- Panguitch Lake is 43 miles east of Cedar City
- It offer excellent fishing for Rainbow trout, Cutthroat trout, Brook trout and Brown trout
- Panguitch Lake Utah has two public boat ramps. Small boats are available for rent
- Panguitch Lake North Campground has 49 units for tents and RVs and costs $10-$18 per night
Overview
Panguitch Lake is at an elevation of 8,400 feet and is surrounded by Ponderosa pines, aspens and spruce. It has a 10 mile shoreline and offers year round access for fishing, boating, hiking, ATVing and winter sports.
Location and Information
Panguitch Lake is 43 miles east of Cedar City and 18 miles southwest of Panguitch. From the I-15, go east on Hwy 9 east from St George through Zion. Turn left onto Hwy 89 north into Panguitch then follow Hwy 143 southwest to Panguitch Lake.
- Dixie National Forest District Office: 435-865-3200
- Duck Creek Visitor Center (Summer only): 435-682-2432
Fishing
Panguitch Lake offer excellent fishing from the shore or by boat. Anglers catch Rainbow trout, Cutthroat trout, Brook trout, and Brown trout. The lake has a convenient fish-cleaning station. In the winter it is possible to go ice fishing.
Boating
Panguitch Lake has two public boat ramps. Small boats are available for rent.
Wildlife Viewing
Deer and elk can be spotted late in the day near Panguitch Lake UT.
Campgrounds
Three campgrounds at Panguitch Lake UT are managed by a concessionaire.
- Panguitch Lake North Campground
49 units and 2 group campsites
Tents and RVs
$10-$18 per night
Water, restrooms, fire rings, picnic tables and dump station
Reservations: 1-877-444-6777 - Panguitch Lake South Campground
18 units
Tents only
$10-$18 per night
Water, restrooms, fire rings and picnic tables
First come, first served. No reservations - White Bridge Campground
29 units
Tents and RVs
$10-$18 per night
Water, restrooms, fire rings and picnic tables
Reservations: 1-877-444-6777
Mountain Biking Trail - Indian Hollow
- Distance: 12 miles
- Type: Mostly downhill
- For more information, call 435-677-2035
ATVing and Snowmobiling
Several trails around Panguitch Lake – trail maps are available from Dixie NFS Offices in Cedar City or the visitor center in Duck Creek (summer only), details above.
Fun Facts
The name “Panguitch” means “big fish” in Piute Native Indian, a fitting name for this fisherman’s paradise.
