Sitting just outside Capitol Reef National Park, the Fremont River Dispersed Site puts campers directly along the bank of the Fremont River on free BLM land. Several short dirt roads branch off the main road, giving drivers a chance to find a workable pull-off even if the first one is taken. No reservations, no fees, no facilities.
The river is the defining feature here. Campers use it for fishing, swimming, and kayaking, and the sandy soil along the bank gives tent campers a reasonably comfortable surface to set up on. Some spots have informal rock fire rings left by previous visitors. Expect zero cell service. The sites sit close to the road, but trees along the bank can screen a campsite enough to feel removed from passing traffic, as Jensen S. notes: "for being right next to the road it was a pretty private spot."
Small trailers can fit into certain pull-offs, but reviewers caution against bringing a full-size RV. The access roads are narrow and the terrain does not favor large rigs. Fremont Granary Site sits just to the west and provides another dispersed option along the same stretch. Campers exploring campgrounds around Torrey will find this area useful as a staging point before or after time in Capitol Reef. Bring all water, food, and supplies before arriving, as there are no services on-site.
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Map & DirectionsFremont River Dispersed Site is located in Utah near Torrey
Coordinates
38.275362727971604 N
111.10472165736009 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/4/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 9/4/26
- 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
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- 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 34 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 3 hrs 1 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 27 min from St. George, UT
- 3 hrs 32 min from Salt Lake City, UT












