Fishlake is in south-central Utah about 30 miles southeast of Richfeld. The 16-mile byway follows UT 25 between UT 24 and Fremont River Road (FSR 036). Utah Highway 25 is a two-lane paved road suitable for all vehicles. The byway generally remains open year-round but use extra caution in winter.

Fishlake takes the traveler from a sagebrush and juniper landscape through stands of aspen, Engelmann spruce, and white fir. A portion of the byway follows the shoreline of Fish Lake, a beautiful mountain lake that is nearly six miles long and two miles wide. Lakeshore National Recreation Trail surrounds the lake and is popular with hikers and mountain bikers. The watchful eye of wildlife observers will most likely see mule deer foraging among the forest. Elk, moose, and mountain lions also make their home here but are not commonly seen. Osprey, golden eagles, and hawks can be seen riding the wind currents above, especially around the lake.

There are several public campground along the byway. Doctor Creek camping area has 31 sites; 15 that can accommodate RVs up to 22 feet long. Mackinaw Campground has 68 sites suitable for tent campers and recreational vehicles up to 22 feet. Bowery Creek Campground has 43 RV and tent sites. All the campsites here have hookups and can accommodate RVs up to 22 feet. The Frying Pan camping area has 12 sites suitable for tents and RVs.

Many of the campgrounds are situated on picturesque Fish Lake, a natural lake surrounded by rolling mountains. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout among other species. Johnson Reservoir is a smaller lake but also provides good fishing opportunities.

Information: Fishlake National Forest, 115 E 900 N, Richfield UT 84701 / 435-896-9233