Cattle Guard Park operates as a dispersed camping area within the US Forest Service system, requiring campers to select their own sites rather than reserving designated spots. The campground sits in Castle Valley, surrounded by the red rock formations and high desert terrain characteristic of southeastern Utah. Access involves driving on forest roads that may require higher clearance vehicles depending on recent weather conditions.
Campers can explore nearby options including Valley View - Dispersed 14 Day just to the west and LaSal Mountains Overlook a short distance northeast. The dispersed format means no hookups, restrooms, or potable water on site. Visitors should bring sufficient supplies and practice Leave No Trace principles when selecting campsites.
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Map & DirectionsCattle Guard Park is located in Utah near Castle Valley
Coordinates
38.46384044 N
109.3662461 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/1/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 6/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
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
- 2 hrs 5 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 9 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 30 min from Provo, UT
- 4 hrs 1 min from Salt Lake City, UT
