Recreation Region: Ferron Recreation Region

Joes Valley Campground

Joes Valley Reservoir Campground is located in a high mountain valley adjacent to and just above Joes Valley Reservoir at an elevation of ~7,000 feet. Juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush cover the area, and aspen and pine dot the surrounding hillsides. Several sites provide nice views of the reservoir, and some sites are shaded. The campground contains several single- and double-family campsites, all of which are accessible. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are paved. A boat ramp is located within the campground. The reservoir offers good fishing for cutthroat, rainbow trout and trophy splake. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, water skiing, and canoeing, as well as horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking. The expansive Arapeen OHV Trail System can be accessed just west of the reservoir and has more than 350 miles of designated, well-maintained trails that are suitable for all riding skill levels.

Current Conditions

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General Information

Joes Valley is one of the earliest areas on the Wasatch Plateau to open for recreation. However upper elevation roads leading from Joes Valley are unpaved and impassable until late spring or early summer.

$10 per night for single unit, $18 per night for double unit.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.29505854

Longitude: -111.2918394

Directions

From Orangeville, Utah, head northwest on State Route 29 and travel for ~14 miles until you see Joes Valley Reservoir. Continue to follow SR-29 around the reservoir for about 5 more miles to the west side of the reservoir, past the Pavilion. Head southeast on Forest Road 0170 for 0.14 miles, then head east on Forest Road 0167 into the campground area.