Rough forest roads lead to Big John's Flat Cua Dispersed, a primitive camping area managed by the US Forest Service within Fishlake National Forest. The dispersed sites occupy both forested and open terrain, giving campers flexibility in choosing their preferred setting and level of tree cover.
Access requires a vehicle capable of handling unimproved roads, and campers should prepare for basic conditions without developed amenities. The area attracts visitors seeking a more self-sufficient camping experience away from developed campgrounds. For those wanting established facilities, Big John Flat sits less than a mile northeast with more structured accommodations.
Description
Dispersed Camping Area. Located just south of the Tushar Mountain Peaks, Big John Flat area is a favorite recreational spot because of its large meadows that have spectacular scenery. This area also offers opportunities for winter sport enthusiasts such as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Common vegetation includes Engelmann spruce, aspen and fir stands with large meadows. The general terrain is a large meadow encompassed by trees. This area is open to ATV use on designated roads and trails. Please help prevent erosion and soil compaction by staying on roads and main driving trails. Driving on the meadows creates ruts or channels that water flows through, removing topsoil and creating scars tht last many lifetimes. Delicate meadow plants can be damaged, leaving less forage for wildlife and leaving the soil unprotected. when riders drive through the trees and around them in circles the soil becomes compacted, depriving root systems of water and air, this will eventually kill the tree.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBig John's Flat Cua Dispersed is located in Utah near Marysvale
Directions
Big Johns Flat CUA Dispersed camping area is located 19.8 miles east of Beaver, Utah. From Beaver travel east on UT-153 road for approximately 16.2 miles. Turn left onto the FR123 (Sunset Drive) for 0.3 miles. Keep left on FR123 and travel another 3.3 miles to Big John Flat. From Junction, Utah travel 24 miles east on UT153. Turn right onto FR123 and travel another 3.6 miles north to Big John Flat.
Coordinates
38.34432927 N
112.39993418 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
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.
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 30 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 14 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 45 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 4 hrs 13 min from Ogden, UT
