Free dispersed camping along Forest Road 054 runs the length of Mill Hollow in the Uinta National Forest, with sites scattered from the reservoir near the road's lower section all the way up to higher-elevation spots on the rim. No fees, no reservations, no hookups. The gravel road is manageable for most trucks, SUVs, and trailers on the lower stretch, but side routes gain elevation quickly and can involve deep ruts, snow drifts into early summer, and stream crossings that demand genuine clearance. A sedan made it through in one account, though the driver noted rough going.
Campers who drive higher tend to find fewer neighbors. The lower sites near the lake and river fill first, often with trailers and small RVs, while spots tucked into the trees along the east side of the road offer more separation. A small lake appears shortly after the gravel begins, and a water source runs through the area, useful if you carry a filter. Wildlife sightings reported by visitors include elk, chipmunks, and bears in the surrounding terrain, so bear spray is worth carrying. Belinda H. notes the area is "quiet...especially at night when the OHV and dirt bikers sleep," which is a fair heads-up that motorized use is part of the daytime mix.
The town of Kamas sits a short drive out and covers resupply needs. Cell service is listed as available, and at least one camper has used Starlink for remote work stays. This is leave-no-trace camping, so pack out everything. Hikers have found trails, river banks, and a small waterfall in the surrounding terrain. Campers wanting a developed alternative can look at Mill Hollow or Wolf Creek Pass Primitive Areas for different setups in the same general corridor.
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Map & DirectionsDispersed Camping--Mill Hollow/Utah FR054 is located in Utah near Heber
Coordinates
40.46873392 N
111.13077555 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
- Equestrian
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 42 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 1 hr 43 min from Provo, UT
- 2 hrs 8 min from Ogden, UT
- 2 hrs 52 min from Logan, UT
























