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Access Site UT

Doctor Creek

Fish Lake

Source: state_of_utah Updated 1 year ago

City: Richfield, UT
County: Sevier County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 38.53460615, -111.73640811
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About This Access Site
Doctor Creek Boat Ramp provides access to the scenic Fish Lake in central Utah's Fishlake National Forest. This convenient boat launch makes it easy for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters to enjoy the lake's excellent fishing and water recreation opportunities.

Fish Lake is renowned for its abundance of lake trout and splake, making it a prime destination for anglers. The boat ramp allows easy access to the lake, where visitors can enjoy trolling, casting, and other fishing methods. Boaters will find the ramp well-suited for launching various watercraft, from small kayaks and canoes to larger motorized boats.

The surrounding area offers additional recreational options, including the Lakeshore National Recreation Trail and nearby Johnson Valley Reservoir. Visitors are encouraged to review any posted regulations regarding motorized boating and fishing in the area. With its beautiful natural setting and diverse activities, Doctor Creek Boat Ramp is an ideal access point for enjoying the wonders of Fish Lake.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Doctor Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, wildlife viewing and exploring local trails. Located within the Aspen Pando Clone it is a great explore this world renound natural treasure. 

View Doctor Creek Campground, Group Site & Dump station Map 

Recreation
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural...

Overview
Doctor Creek Campground is located next to Fish Lake in the Fishlake National Forest of central Utah. Visitors enjoy fishing, boating, wildlife viewing and exploring local trails. Located within the Aspen Pando Clone it is a great explore this world renound natural treasure. 

View Doctor Creek Campground, Group Site & Dump station Map 

Recreation
Fish Lake is Utah's largest natural mountain lake, covering 2,500 acres. It is famous for its 20-40 pound Mackinaw lake trout. Anglers also enjoy fishing for rainbow trout and splake. Boating, canoeing, swimming and scuba diving are popular activities.

The scenic Lakeshore National Recreation Trail extends around the eastern side of the lake. Hikers are rewarded with stunning lake views after climbing 900 feet in elevation. Facilities
The campground contains two group sites that can accommodate up to 150 people each, both with shelters, tables, campfire rings and grills. Several single-family sites are available as well. Mallard Day Use site is located within the campground.

Flush toilets and drinking water are provided. A dump station is located at the campground entrance. Roads and parking spurs are paved.

Three resorts are located in the Fish Lake Basin, offering camping and fishing supplies, RV parks with hookups, cabin and boat rentals, marinas, gas, restaurants, groceries, laundry facilities and showers. The resorts are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day.Natural Features
Doctor Creek sits at at an elevation of 9,000 feet on the southern tip of Fish Lake on Mallard Bay. A series of ponds, known as Coots Slough, dot the area just south of the campground. Aspens and cottonwoods provide limited shade in this sagebrush-covered area. Sites on the outer edge of the campground offer excellent lake views but no shade.
Nearby Attractions
The 5-mile Pelican Canyon Trail begins nearby at Bowery Creek Campground. It leads through meadows and dense forests of spruce, pine and aspen as it climbs to the 11,633-foot Fish Lake Hightop.

Johnson Valley Reservoir is just north of Fish Lake, offering additional fishing and boating opportunities.

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On-site Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
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Koosharem Reservoir Located within
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