Wildlife sightings add a bonus to what is otherwise a straightforward highway pull-off: at least one camper spotted a pronghorn near the area, and the open mesa terrain gives unobstructed sightlines across the San Rafael Swell. Exit 131 Dispersed Camping sits on BLM land just off I-70 in central Utah, managed by the BLM Land — Price Field Office, and functions primarily as a no-frills overnight stop rather than a destination camp. The site is flat and gravel-heavy near the highway, though a small elevated plateau to the left requires 4x4 to access and gives a bit more separation from the road.
Highway noise is the main trade-off here. Traffic from I-70 is audible throughout the night, though reviewers consistently note that the dark skies compensate after sundown. No water is available on-site, so campers should arrive with a full supply. The area has cell service and is listed as ADA accessible and big-rig friendly, with enough room to accommodate multiple rigs or a group setup. Dogs are welcome.
"No bathrooms or water but an easy stop off the highway for the night," notes Andrew S., which captures the campground's function well. The nearby Buckhorn Draw petroglyphs are accessible from this exit, making a morning detour worthwhile before moving on. Campers wanting more developed or secluded options can look at Buckhorn Draw Wickiup Site Dispersed Camp about a mile north, or BLM 7198 Dispersed — San Rafael Swell a few miles south for a different setting within the same stretch of public land.
Description
Backcountry dirt roads intersect Interstate highway system here. From the exit 131 camping area go north for Buckhorn Draw, Swasey’s Leap, or the Wedge and go south for Temple Mountain, Sid’s Cabin, Head of Sinbad, Hondu Arch, and Hidden Splendor. Bring water and be prepared.
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Map & DirectionsExit 131 Dispersed Camping is located in Utah near Ferron
Dispersed CampingDirections
Exit 131 on Interstate 70
Coordinates
38.87930068 N
110.65755 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 8/13/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 16 usersLast on 8/13/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/2/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
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 47 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 34 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 5 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 32 min from Ogden, UT
