Free and undesignated, Cabin Hollow FS #121 sits along a native dirt, single-lane road in Dixie National Forest outside Panguitch, accessed without a reservation. The road has no gravel or grading, which means wet weather can make entry difficult for any rig. Campers considering a trailer should scout the route first to confirm a viable turnaround exists.
Sites are distributed along the first mile or so of the road, with flatter, larger spots near the lower section and more exposed positions up the hill. Higher sites require high clearance due to ruts and rocks, and reviewers note those upper spots get more wind and sun. Most spots include trees and some level ground, though the terrain does slope in places. Van and SUV campers tend to find workable sites without much trouble.
There are no designated sites, no trash service, tables, water, or toilets, and the 14-day stay limit applies. Cell signal is reportedly reliable when there is a clear line to Wilson Peak antennas. Greg L. describes it plainly: "no designated sites, no trash, tables, water or toilets." Campers should pack out everything and come self-contained.
The area draws visitors using it as a base for nearby day trips, and dispersed camping near Dixie National Forest follows similar no-frills patterns across the region. Nearby options include Cabin Hollow on Forest Road 121 just to the north. If the lower spots are occupied, driving a short distance up the road usually turns up something workable.
Description
Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a developed campground. Dispersed camping is free, therefore no services or facilities are provided; such as trash removal, tables, and fire pits. In some popular dispersed camping areas, camping is limited to designated sites only.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCabin Hollow FS #121 Dispersed Camping is located in Utah near Fern Ridge Lake
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
37.7332433 N
112.26868728 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 9/4/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 9/4/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 9/4/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 10 usersLast on 9/4/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 9/4/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 9/4/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- 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
- 1 hr 52 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 1 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 35 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 4 hrs 15 min from Flagstaff, AZ
