Mountain biking draws a steady stream of visitors to this free dispersed area along Kolob Road, where trails and dirt roads branch out in multiple directions across open terrain. The campground sits roughly 20 to 30 minutes from the south entrance of Zion National Park, making it a practical base camp for anyone planning multiple days in the park. Sites vary considerably in character: a larger, relatively flat area near the entrance works for groups, while spots farther up the road offer more separation, with bushes providing natural buffers between campers.
The road itself is the most important variable here. It can wash out after rain, and while some reviewers have navigated it in two-wheel-drive vehicles, conditions change quickly. The sites deeper in require more clearance and confidence on rough dirt. Closer to the entrance, several pull-through spots are accessible to small RVs and vans. Nearby options like BLM Dispersed off Kolob Terrace Road and North Creek Dispersed Camping give campers additional dispersed choices in the same corridor if spots here are full, which can happen on weekends.
There are no amenities on site. No shade structures, no toilets, no water. July heat is significant before the cliffs block the afternoon sun, and fire restrictions have been active during past stays, so checking current BLM rules before arrival matters. Cell coverage depends on carrier: T-Mobile has worked well here, while Verizon users report no signal. For camping near Virgin, this area represents one of the more accessible free options in the region.
"Secluded spot with fire ring," notes Cain P., and that captures the appeal for campers who want proximity to Zion without paying for a developed site.
Description
Camping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources.
Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska).
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Map & DirectionsKolob Road BLM Dispersed is located in Utah near Virgin
Coordinates
37.21926718659472 N
113.16692148887937 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 85 usersLast on 8/1/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 89 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 58 usersLast on 8/1/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 85 usersLast on 8/1/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 89 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 58 usersLast on 8/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
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
- 29 min from St. George, UT
- 2 hrs 11 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 4 hrs 4 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 5 hrs 17 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
