BLM land east of Capitol Reef National Park holds this drive-in dispersed area along the Fremont River, where several sites sit close to the water and a few others are set farther back. Sandy ground makes tent setup straightforward. The river-adjacent sites come with a caveat: a five to six foot drop separates campers from the water below, and the open terrain offers limited privacy, which makes responsible waste disposal a real logistical consideration. Campfires are allowed, and the Grand Wash to Cassidy Arch trail is within reach for day hiking.
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Map & DirectionsCapitol Reef East is located in Utah near Capitol Reef National Park
Coordinates
38.28524403 N
111.1185167 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/27/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
For Campers
- 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.
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Drive Time
- 3 hrs from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 25 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 30 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 42 min from Grand Junction, CO
