Overlanders and highway travelers find a convenient overnight stop at this dispersed BLM camping area, accessed directly from Interstate 70 at Exit 99. The site occupies a wide, open expanse of bentonite clay terrain that several campers describe as resembling a moonscape. Miller Canyon Road leads south from the highway, with pavement ending shortly after the exit before transitioning to dirt surfaces that extend for miles toward Capitol Reef National Park.
The area functions as a large, undeveloped bowl where visitors can position their vehicles anywhere that suits their needs. Road conditions become problematic during wet weather, as the clay-based soil turns slippery and potentially impassable. Multiple campers emphasize avoiding this location if rain appears in the forecast. Despite its proximity to I-70, highway noise remains minimal once campers move away from the immediate roadside area.
Cell coverage varies by carrier, with AT&T and T-Mobile users typically receiving a couple bars of LTE service thanks to a nearby tower, while Verizon coverage proves unreliable. The lack of vegetation and standing water creates optimal conditions for stargazing, with campers consistently noting excellent night sky visibility due to minimal light pollution. Hisela G. found the "night sky's are totally worth it" despite the barren landscape. For additional camping options in the region, consider campgrounds near BLM Land — Price Field Office.
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Map & DirectionsMiller Canyon Exit #99 Dispersed is located in Utah near Emery
Coordinates
38.80846928486015 N
111.21033702712425 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 6/10/26
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 6/10/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 6/10/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 6/10/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- 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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 6 min from Provo, UT
- 2 hrs 10 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 36 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 4 min from Ogden, UT
