Coyote calls echo across the high desert as campers settle into dispersed sites along a three-mile dirt road climb to Garnet Hill. This Bureau of Land Management camping area sits above Ruth, Nevada, where juniper and pine provide natural windbreaks among scattered fire rings and established pullouts.
The unpaved access road requires careful navigation, particularly for RVs over 25 feet. Steve M. notes "lots of established but some require four-wheel drive and I definitely wouldn't bring a trailer over 40 ft up here." Sandy and rocky sections challenge low-clearance vehicles, while the steepest areas near the hilltop prove difficult for trailer turnarounds. Cell coverage varies dramatically by location—weak signals dominate lower elevations, but spots near the 90-degree turn before the summit provide strong T-Mobile reception.
Multiple camping zones accommodate different group sizes and vehicle types. The area just off Pole Line Road offers numerous sites for larger gatherings, while higher elevation spots provide more isolation. Snow-capped mountains frame distant views, and established fire pits mark the most popular locations. Pack-it-in, pack-it-out rules apply throughout the area.
Spring through fall weather suits most camping, though overnight snow can occur at elevation. Campers seeking camping near Ruth should prepare for variable road conditions and bring adequate water supplies.
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Map & DirectionsGarnet Hill Camp is located in Nevada near Ruth
Coordinates
39.28172366 N
114.9486599 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 6/10/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 6/10/26- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/10/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 25 usersLast on 6/10/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 3 hrs 21 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 26 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 46 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 53 min from Ogden, UT
