Elkhorn Campground

Loa, UT

4.9(8 reviews)

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About this campground

Elkhorn Campground is located 20 miles northeast of Loa, Utah, on the scenic Thousand Lake Mountain at an elevation of approximately 9300 feet. Visitors enjoy exploring local trails on foot, bike or off-road vehicle.

The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 75 people, with large tables, grills, Dutch oven cooking surfaces and a fire ring with benches. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Roads and parking spurs are gravel. Elkhorn Ranger Station is just across a meadow from the site.

A thick stand of aspen, pine, and spruce trees covers the campground, offering pleasant shade. Summer wildflowers are abundant in the surrounding meadow.

Miles of trails, including the Great Western Trail, crisscross the area, offering excellent hiking, biking and off-roading opportunities. Numerous sparkling alpine lakes provide great fishing and scenery.

What campers say

Elkhorn Campground is a small, well-maintained site with roughly eight campsites, potable water spigots at each site, and reportedly clean restrooms. A larger group area offers a very large fire pit and a covered pavilion with electrical hookup and lighting, making it convenient for grilling, Dutch-oven cooking, and group meals. The loop fits small trailers (about 15 feet) rather than larger rigs. The setting provides access to hiking and ATV trails with scenic overlooks of Capitol Reef. Expect high-elevation conditions—cooler temperatures and frequent rain—and bring insect repellent due to mosquitoes.

Our summary of 8 traveler reviews.