Free dispersed camping within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Hite Primitive Camping provides drive-in access via gravel roads near the Colorado River. The National Park Service manages this site with basic amenities including trash service and a camp store, while allowing pets and alcohol. Campers report clean conditions with designated tent pads, fire pits, and picnic tables at individual sites.
Wind exposure presents a consideration due to the lack of trees across the open terrain. Sites offer views of Glen Canyon's rock formations but provide limited privacy between camping spots. For additional options, see campgrounds around Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The setup works well for overnight stops and those comfortable with exposed camping conditions near flowing water.
Description
Primitive camping along the high-water edge of the Dirty Devil River near Hite. No designated sites.
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Location
Dispersed CampingHite Primitive Camping — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is located in Utah
Directions
More information is available at http://www.nps.gov/glca/.
Coordinates
37.901909 N
110.399136 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
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Alcohol
- Pets
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
- 3 hrs 17 min from Farmington, NM
- 4 hrs 8 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 5 hrs 6 min from Provo, UT
- 5 hrs 32 min from St. George, UT







