FR 090 provides free dispersed camping on designated numbered sites less than a mile from Bryce Canyon National Park's entrance. The US Forest Service maintains approximately 20 marked spots along this forest road, each offering several acres of space with established fire rings and level parking areas suitable for everything from passenger cars to small RVs.
Ponderosa pines and other conifers shade most sites, creating natural boundaries between camping areas. "Very private and lots of fire wood," notes Hannah N. about the tree cover and abundant deadfall. Sites are numbered sequentially, with the first seven generally easier to access for larger rigs, while those further in require more careful navigation on increasingly rutted roads.
The proximity to Bryce Canyon makes this area popular with national park visitors seeking free overnight options. Weekend arrivals after 4 PM often find limited availability, particularly during peak seasons when memorial day and summer crowds fill sites quickly. "Beautifully shaded open sites," describes Jeff P., who observed steady van traffic arriving by evening on Friday visits.
Road conditions vary significantly by weather and season. Small SUVs and higher clearance vehicles navigate the route without difficulty, though passenger cars require careful driving around ruts and rocks. Recent rain can worsen conditions, making the furthest sites challenging to reach. The area connects to other dispersed options including Dave's Hollow Designated Camping and additional dispersed sites around Dixie National Forest.
Arrive by mid-afternoon during busy periods to secure preferred sites, and bring a shovel for fire safety in the dry forest environment.
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Map & DirectionsFR 090 is located in Utah near Fern Ridge Lake
Coordinates
37.654324 N
112.171088 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- 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.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 7 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 15 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 49 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 4 hrs 29 min from Flagstaff, AZ









































