Highway Side Camping

Dispersed camping in the high desert outside places to camp near Thompson, Highway Side Camping sits along a highway corridor that, according to one recent camper, produces no audible road noise at the site. The terrain is flat, bugs are minimal, and wind has not been a reported issue. Nights here bring open, dark skies with little light pollution. Nearby dispersed options include Salt Valley Road Dispersed — State Trust Lands less than a mile north. Campers comfortable with no-frills, self-supported setups will find this worth a look.

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Map & DirectionsHighway Side Camping is located in Utah near Thompson

Detail location of campground
Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

38.86817721827357 N
109.8155497123691 W

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Connectivity

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    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 7 users
    Last on 10/19/26
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 6 users
    Last on 10/19/26
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    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 10/19/26

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 7 users
    Last on 10/19/26
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 6 users
    Last on 10/19/26
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    AT&TLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 10/19/26

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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.


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Reviewed Oct. 2, 2026

Solid spot

Solid spot for what it is. No fires apparently at least Oct 1st. Can hear the road but unless you’re a super light sleeper shouldn’t be a problem. Super flat, no shade but served great for what it is (free)

Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Jul. 18, 2025

Solid Spot!

It may say highway side but you can’t hear the cars at all. Little to no bugs and not windy at all. Sky looks amazing at night!! And flat

Sitepast the bushes on flat ground
Month of VisitJuly
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Highway Side Camping?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is some coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.