Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Big Water Dispersed - NP 230
Big Water Dispersed - NP 230 is located near varied terrain with rocky landscapes and open spaces. Temperatures can range from highs of 90°F in summer to lows of 30°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the scenic views of Lake Powell and the unique formations of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
Description
Dispersed camping is allowed throughout Glen Canyon's backcountry, with some restrictions. Dispersed camping is NOT allowed in the vicinity of developed recreation areas such as campgrounds, picnic areas, or trailheads. There are extra responsibilities and skills that are necessary for dispersed camping. Visit the Hiking page for more details on backcountry trip planning.
Leave No Trace Make every attempt to leave the backcountry nicer than you found it. “Take only pictures and leave only footprints” is a good reminder. Do not remove anything from the canyon. Leave the flowers, rocks and everything else for others to enjoy.
If you are going to an area where others have camped before, pick a site that has been used before. The best sites are found, not made. Camp on bare soil if possible, to avoid damage or killing plants and grass.
Dispersed camping means no services (such as trash removal) and little or no facilities (such as tables and fire pits) are provided. You must be self-contained and self-sufficient. Carry out all litter and garbage, including soild pet waste.
Follow the principles of Leave No Trace.
Human Waste Disposal All human body waste solids shall be contained and carried out using a portable toilet or a specifically engineered bag waste containment system. Use of a plastic or paper bag as a receptacle for solid human waste and/or for disposal of solid human waste is prohibited unless part of a specifically engineered bag waste containment system containing enzymes and polymers to treat human solid waste, capable of being sealed securely and state approved for disposal in ordinary trash receptacles. Visitors are responsible for providing their own removal system that is adequate for the size of their group and length of stay. Packing out human waste is required in Coyote Gulch, within 1/4 mile of the shore of Lake Powell, the San Juan River, Escalante River, Dirty Devil River or the Colorado River, and anywhere else the minimum 300 feet from a water source cannot be attained.
Read more details about proper waste disposal in the Superintendent's Compendium. https://www.nps.gov/glca/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm#humanwaste
Location
Big Water Dispersed - NP 230 is located in Utah
Coordinates
37.074132 N
111.592823 W
Detours Nearby
Horseshoe Bend 9 Mile Campsite — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
33 min away
Horseshoe Bend 6 Mile Campsite — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
1 hr 19 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 19 min from St. George
- 2 hrs 28 min from Flagstaff
- 3 hrs 40 min from Prescott Valley
- 3 hrs 59 min from Farmington
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
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.
