McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp

Within BLM Land managed by the Vernal Field Office, McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp sits along a paved but pothole-filled access road just a few miles from the main highway. This dispersed camping area centers around mountain biking, with a network of non-motorized singletrack trails threading through the surrounding terrain. The third vault toilet along the main road marks this particular camping zone, which accommodates large travel trailers across its open layout.

Campers find ample space to spread out, with several fire rings scattered throughout the area. Cell coverage reaches five bars with 5G service, making this a well-connected base camp despite its dispersed nature. The area lacks water sources and trash collection, requiring visitors to pack out all waste and bring their own water supplies.

Greg L. notes the logistics work well, with Vernal and its Walmart just three miles away for resupply runs. The McCoy Flats MTB Trailhead lies less than a mile northwest for direct trail access. Mountain bikers particularly appreciate the immediate access to what one reviewer calls "fun mountain biking trails" that wind through this recreation-focused BLM area. Campers seeking more camping near Vernal can explore additional options in the broader region.

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Map & DirectionsMcCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp is located in Utah near Vernal

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Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

40.34384825251852 N
109.57239392740391 W

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Connectivity

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    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 6/14/26
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    Verizon
    No Coverage
    Verified by 1 user
    Last on 5/10/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 7 users
    Last on 6/14/26

Connectivity

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  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 6/14/26
  • signal strength bars
    Verizon
    No Coverage
    Verified by 1 user
    Last on 5/10/26
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage
    Verified by 7 users
    Last on 6/14/26

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Dispersed
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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.

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Many campers appreciated the spacious dispersed camping area with excellent mountain biking trails and good cell coverage. Vault toilets available but no water or trash services. Note conflicting information about current camping regulations.

Reviewed Jun. 3, 2026

Great spot

Nice quiet place to camp with a pit toilet nearby. Less traffic than the first two parking areas

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by David B., June 3, 2026
Reviewed Oct. 25, 2025

Beautiful, dispersed, spacious -easy pull off

I just wanted to get away for a single night, and this spot was an easy pull off with plentiful choices, and lots of elbow room. I didn’t have my mountain bike, but it would be an awesome spot for a fun floaty, easy mountain bike weekend too.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Cody J., October 25, 2025
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Cody J., October 25, 2025
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Cody J., October 25, 2025
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Reviewed Sep. 9, 2024

McCoy

Great area. Fun mountain biking trails. Couple of spots with fire rings. Only issue is someone is “camping” in their car right by the day use area, a non-camping area.

Sitefirst fire ring pull out by day use area.
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Blaine R., September 9, 2024
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Blaine R., September 9, 2024
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Blaine R., September 9, 2024
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Reviewed May. 11, 2024

East McCoy Flats dispersed

McCoy Flats BLM is a mt bike focus recreation area with a network of excellent nonmotorizrd singletrack trails. Dispersed free camping allowed, and currently there are several nice vault toilets scattered along the main access paved road.

This camping area is at the third new vault toilet. Lots of room for large TTs. No trash dumpsters and no water, but cell signal is excellent 5g five bars. Only few miles from main hwy on an old paved pothole filled road. And then only 3 miles back into Vernal and a Walmart on this end of town, so logistics are very good.

https://www.blm.gov/visit/mccoy-flats-trailhead#

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Greg L., May 11, 2024
  • Review photo of McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp by Greg L., May 11, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at McCoy Flats East Dispersed Camp?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.