Free dispersed camping along Cotter Mine Road sits closer to the canyon rim than most sites on this stretch, giving campers open sightlines over the highway corridor below and toward the surrounding redrock landscape. The road in is rough. Reviewers note that high clearance is advisable coming from the south, and at least one camper ran in 4WD high to navigate the grade comfortably. RVs are likely a poor fit for this spot.
Crowds are a real factor here, particularly on holiday weekends. One camper arrived at 1 AM the Thursday before Memorial Day and found the area packed. Sites along this corridor tend to fill quickly, so arriving early in the day improves the chances of finding space. A pre-assembled fire ring is already in place at the site, and campfires are permitted. Cell service is available. One practical concern worth noting: the area sits on an old uranium mine, and at least one reviewer flagged the fine dust as a potential health consideration, especially for tent campers during high winds.
"Near the top of a canyon cliff with a fireplace already assembled," noted Kevin C., summarizing the site's layout concisely. Pets are welcome, there are no fees, and no reservation is required. Campers planning a broader trip can browse campgrounds near BLM Land — Moab Field Office to compare options across this public land corridor. Those wanting a more structured setup nearby might consider Cotter Mine Rd Designated Dispersed Camping just down the road.
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Map & DirectionsBLM Dispersed Campsite Near Arches National Park is located in Utah near Moab
Coordinates
38.69469942004852 N
109.70590553563967 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 40 usersLast on 8/5/26- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 8/5/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 40 usersLast on 8/5/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTEGood CoverageVerified by 40 usersLast on 8/5/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 36 usersLast on 8/5/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 40 usersLast on 8/5/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
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.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 47 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 17 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 18 min from Salt Lake City, UT
