Best Dispersed Camping near Castle Dale, UT
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Best Dispersed Sites Near Castle Dale, UT (56)
1. Wedge Overlook
Castle Dale, Utah21 Reviews•93 Photos•244 SavesThe Wedge Overlook offers expansive views of the San Rafael River below and the Sids Mountain Wilderness Area beyond. It's wild and undeveloped landscape offers premier backcountry recreation.
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- Dispersed
- Toilets
- Alcohol
2. Little Grand Canyon Dispersed Camping
Castle Dale, Utah10 Reviews•33 Photos•422 SavesLittle Grand Canyon trailhead serves as the starting or ending point for those hiking through the Little Grand Canyon. The trailhead is located past the Swinging Bridge and .8 miles west of the Buckhorn Draw Rd. This hike explores the San Rafael river as it cuts through the Little Grand Canyon. This area is a popular 2-3 day backpacking trip with primitive campsites where user are required to practice leave no trace ethics. The San Rafael River should only be floated in small crafts above 200 CFS and large crafts above 500 CFS. Hikers should only attempt to hike this section when the river is below 50 CFS. The hike is approximately 18 miles with numerous river crossings required. The side canyons along the hike offer endless miles of exploring. The trailhead is located past the Swinging Bridge Campground and .8 miles west of the Buckhorn Draw Rd.
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- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Trash
3. Horse Canyon Road - Dispersed Open Area
Sunnyside, Utah15 Reviews•23 Photos•233 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
4. New Joe's Bouldering Area Campground
Orangeville, Utah2 Reviews•4 Photos•73 SavesThe Joe’s Valley Bouldering area offers world class bouldering opportunities with over 188 bouldering sites and 9.7 miles of social trails in the area. The campground is being developed in 2017 and will offer metal fire rings, picnic tables and camping pads.
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- Fires
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- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
5. Buckhorn Draw Wickiup Site Dispersed Camp
Ferron, Utah7 Reviews•9 Photos•64 Saves- Pets
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- RVs
- Tents
6. Buckhorn Draw Designated Campsite #17
Cleveland, Utah2 Reviews•16 Photos•10 SavesBuckhorn Draw is a stunning canyon cut into the Navajo, Kayenta, and Wingate Sandstones. Carsonite posts mark where there are primitive campsites where lucky campers might spot bighorn sheep running across the ledges. Camping in Buckhorn Wash is limited to designated sites that are marked with camping signs. Creating new campsites is not allowed. Reservations not available. If there are no marked and designated sites available when you arrive, find another place to camp outside Buckhorn Draw (Check out the Swinging Bridge Campgrounds).
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- Fires
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
- Alcohol
$8 - $15 / night
7. Willow Creek Road - Dispersed Site
Ephraim, Utah3 Reviews•7 Photos•94 Saves- Pets
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- Group
8. Exit 131 Dispersed Camping
Ferron, Utah5 Reviews•15 Photos•87 SavesBackcountry dirt roads intersect Interstate highway system here. From the exit 131 camping area go north for Buckhorn Draw, Swasey’s Leap, or the Wedge and go south for Temple Mountain, Sid’s Cabin, Head of Sinbad, Hondu Arch, and Hidden Splendor. Bring water and be prepared.
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- ADA Access
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
9. Buckhorn Draw Designated group Campsite #16
Cleveland, Utah1 Review•8 Photos•12 SavesBuckhorn Draw is a stunning canyon cut into the Navajo, Kayenta, and Wingate Sandstones. Carsonite posts mark where there are primitive campsites where lucky campers might spot bighorn sheep running across the ledges. Camping in Buckhorn Wash is limited to designated sites that are marked with camping signs. Creating new campsites is not allowed. Reservations not available. If there are no marked and designated sites available when you arrive, find another place to camp outside Buckhorn Draw (Check out the Swinging Bridge Campgrounds).
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- Fires
- Dispersed
- Alcohol
$50 / night
10. BLM Dispersed Exit 108 Lone Tree Road
Manti-La Sal National Forest, Utah3 Reviews•15 Photos•79 Saves- Pets
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Recent Dispersed Reviews in Castle Dale
156 Reviews of 56 Castle Dale Campgrounds
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JK N.
Scout
Tomsich Butte TH
Good River Side Camp
Solid dispersed camp with room for 2 or more campers. Requires solid 4x4 to get to but not technical driving to get there.
There are one or two spots to park in the final 3/4 mile descent to the trailhead offer even more amazing views (they were occupied when we arrived)
Mason V.
Traveler
Skyline Drive
amazing spot
this place has lots of spots to park, river, trails, and amazing scenery.
Hannah N.Traveler
Canyon Rd Dispersed
Good spot to crash for the night!
We rented a van in SLC and needed a quick spot to spend the night on the way to Arches/canyon lands. This was easy to find at dusk with a clear road. LOTS of trash around. You could hear the highway a little bit but the noise wasn’t too bad. We only saw one other person who drove in and then left. There is a nice big gas station/truck stop about a mile away open 24 hours so we went there to use the bathroom and get gas. Not sure why this post calls it Canyon Road. It’s off of Consumers Road then Dump road. We did have service with T-Mobile and Verizon.
Laurie H.Traveler
Fish Lake National Forest
Fish Lake National Forest
Just needed to find a place for the night and this was perfect! No one around, huge site, beautiful views and free! Cows meander around the campsite..didn't bother us. If you go past where the directions take you, there are 3 or 4 spots that are also nice. Road is easy to travel.
- Patricia N.
Ranger
Buckhorn Draw Wickiup Site Dispersed Camp
Peace and quiet for us.
We needed a place for the night after leaving the crazy busy area of Moab and this was the perfect spot. We will absolutely return again but with the ATVs.
There were several people camping and riding their ATVs and SXSs but when the sun went down it was quiet and so dark. The night sky is beautiful.
Pack it in and out but a perfect place for us. It had rained the day we arrived and it was not muddy and no problem getting in and out.
The road getting in has a bit of wash board so just take it slow.
Jim L.Traveler
Horse Canyon Road - Dispersed Open Area
Beautiful scenery quiet
Stayed behind the rest area fairly close to the road. No one else here. Nice scenery quiet. Signs of past partying. Little bit of trash I picked up. Other than that I will stay here again.Gorgeous sunset
- JJon A.
Guide
South Temple Wash Campground
Close to Goblin Valley
Nice remote site. Two bathrooms.
Amy P.Traveler
Goblin Valley Lower Wildhorse Dispersed Camp
Great location
About 10 minutes from Goblin Valley State Park. There’s dispersed camping all along Temple Mt Road and Goblin Valley Road. Follow any of the dirt roads to plenty of sites. We first picked a site on top of a hill but quickly realized how windy it could get so we set up camp just after turning left down Goblin Valley Road. We had the whole place to ourselves, very quiet and great views of the Milky Way. No bugs at night but as soon as the sun came up the mosquitos came out and we quickly left.
Mike S.Scout
Miller Canyon Exit #99 Dispersed
Nothin' here but good
Great stop point for me driving SoCal to Boulder.
Nothing here but the aforementioned moonscape.
Arrived dusk 3Jul24 after a hasty retreat from Last Chance 8 or 10 miles west (mosquitos). Only 2 or 3 managed to track me east at highway speed!
There was no one else here, far enough from the highway.
Pulled into the giant dirt bowl, turned right and drove until front of car was slightly elevated for my sleeping position (back of a wagon).
Proceed with caution in inclement weather or you may get stuck.
- Mike S.Scout
Dispersed Site - Last Chance Rd
unbearable mosquitos
Arrived 3Jul24 at dusk. There is standing water marsh with a frac tank, possibly for water for the quarry above. Got out of the car to give dog a break and within one minute was scrambling back in. Drove up hill to the quarry and got out with dog....still very bad mosquitos but some breeze. Hid in the car while dog was out on a long rope for a while, covered with mosquitos. After 10 minutes I had killed most that were in the car and the ones waiting at the doors and windows were gone. I cracked the door and began pulling dog rope to get slack in and then had dog climb over me into back seat.
We drove east one Dyrt to Miller Canyon and it was AWESOME. I remember maybe 3 mosquitos there.
There are only two things I can compare this savagery to (and I am in my late 50s):
Alaska (Last Chance Rd dispersed is WORSE--However, note that when I was in AK I wasn't asking for trouble--I was indoors during mosquito hours--I am sure AK has mosquitos as bad as Last Chance if you go looking)
Canada Boundary Waters Boy Scout Canoe Base (about the same at dusk--only fools wouldn't have camp totally ready to be inside tents before mosquito hours. Mornings were fine.
Connor M.Guide
Goblin Valley Dispersed Camping
GOBLINS
Great spot, I’ve always found a site here. Just make sure you hold right onto Road 1013 and the campgrounds are about a half mile down on the left.
- Ben M.Traveler
Goblin Valley st Park dispersed camp area
Beautiful place to camp
Great sun rises and sunsets. Not all sites are suitable for a 27 foot trailer but there was enough I that I still had some choices.
- Ben M.Traveler
Black Dragon Pictograph Panel Dispersed
Only a few sites but beautiful area
Only one site I felt comfortable pulling a 27 foot trailer but it was beautiful and I wished I could have stayed longer. Watch out for rain. The dry wash beds will flood and I’m lucky I left when I did.
Corda B.Guide
Bull Mesa Pullout
Off Dump Road
This spot was a little hard to locate because it’s on trust land and the spots look like junk piles. Yuck! There was so much ammo casings on the ground it looked like a war zone. Obviously the locals use it as a shooting range and do not clean up after themselves. We went on down dump road a little bit and found a spot tucked in the canyon and out of site of the road for a little wind break and privacy. I added that location because it was not as bad. Still to much trash laying around though. I don’t understand why people can not take care of these free resources so they are not taken away.
Samantha G.TravelerSkyline Drive
Great spot away from highway!
This spot was great. We arrived at dusk and it was still easy to find, although there was a long dirt road (about 2 miles) to get to spots marked with a campfire pit. Two or three cars drove by, but it was still secluded enough that we had no worries. We found a spot by a beautiful stream with cool water. Great stargazing. Safe!
- Corda B.Guide
Canyon Rd Dispersed
Great overnight stop
This is trust land so you will see where a lot of people come back here to target practice. Sadly they do not clean up any of their trash. The area is nice, large and very private.
- SSCOTT V.Guide
Buckhorn Draw Wickiup Site Dispersed Camp
Good quick stop
Lots of spots. Visited after a rain storm and dirt was dirt and not clay like others spots in the area. Trees in area will hide other campers.
- DDariusz K.Traveler
Buckhorn Draw Wickiup Site Dispersed Camp
Realy good site.
First of all, the site is very big. It is quiet and ckean. Very little firewood, if You can- bridge your own.
- FFelix S.Guide
Horse Canyon Road - Dispersed Open Area
Yes!
Spent just one night while in transit to Colorado. Lots of spots for selection. Quiet. Some good views. Spectacular sunsets. Even a double rainbow with some rain.
Andrew S.Guide
Exit 131 Dispersed Camping
Convenient highway stop
An easy pull off from I-70. Plenty of space. A group of RVers were there when I showed up. There was a small elevated plateau to the left that I went up (4x4) to set up camp. No bathrooms or water but an easy stop off the highway for the night. Nice views. Stars.
Julie F.Guide
Rd 1018 Dispersed
Quiet, very rustic dispersed campground
Gorgeous surroundings. Very quiet. A few spots. Had plenty of space for 2 RV camper vans. Close to the road, Goblin state park, little horse slot canyon. Zero amenities. It was very windy and sandy when we were there.
- Julie F.Guide
Temple Mt. Rd. Dispersed
Easy access, lots to do in the area
Many lots available from the main road all the way to the established campground. We had plenty of space for our 2 camper vans and easily accessible. There’s lots to do in the area; walking/hiking/MTB from the sites. No cell signal.
Ed W.TravelerFish Lake National Forest
Nice stop for the night
Nice quiet stop to park for the night. Close to the highway, far enough to not really hear it.
Chase R.Traveler
CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite
The Purple Sands
This camping spot is a good place to stay if passing through to Salt Lake or to Moab. There is not much out here; however, the gas station before Wellington, is nice! The gas station has amazing coffee, and we discovered it has showers and laundry. The gas station also had firewood for sale out front.
The camp spot has a couple of fire rings. You can still hear the traffic, although not terribly bad. There is broken glass in the surrounding area so be aware. Avoid this spot if it is raining at all as it will give your tires a nice coat of slick mud; even an off road tire can get stuck with this kind of sticky mud!! On the upside it’s a remote camping spot, and the shrubbery offers a good wind break.
- SShane W.Ranger
CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite
Easy night of sleep
Found this area on the way through and decided to stop. There are plenty of trees around for firewood, the top 2 to 4 inches of topsoil are soft, which is nice for leveling out your camping in. There’s some ready stuff on the bottom but nothing I had to put, my rig into four-wheel-drive for. Make sure you get far enough away from the highway or you will hear the road noise that never stops. There are places to camp all over throughout the area. I left early the next morning and saw four other people out and about.
- PPatricia F.Traveler
West Temple Road in Goblin Valley
Great spot
Great spot. Can get windy, but that’s about the same everywhere. The view is fantastic, and very quiet. In the open, but the spots are far so still private. Loved it.
Barbara L.GuideTemple Mt. Rd. Dispersed
Nice spot
We found a nice spot after turning down both BLM campgrounds. It was very windy during our visit with wind whipping down the canyon. Over all it was reasonably quiet. You are right off the road but we found that most motorcycles and UTV/ATV's were respectful and drove slow down the road. Cars (mostly small ones that should be driving off road) were driving super fast. They hit the wash dip at high rates of speed. We camped .9 miles past the first BLM pay campground and before the second BLM campground.
Guide to Castle Dale
Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Castle Dale, Utah, where stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures await. This area offers a variety of options for those looking to escape into nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds.
Dispersed campers should check out Wedge Overlook
- The Wedge Overlook provides breathtaking views right on the canyon edge, making it a perfect spot for those who appreciate scenic vistas.
- Access is via a wide graded gravel road, ensuring that even those with smaller vehicles can reach this stunning location without hassle.
- While there are no developed facilities, the vault toilets at the rim offer some convenience for visitors.
Amazing mountain biking opportunities at Little Grand Canyon
- The Little Grand Canyon Dispersed Camping area features trails that are ideal for mountain biking, with paths that offer both challenge and beauty.
- Campers can enjoy the stunning night skies, making it a great spot for stargazing after a day of biking.
- The road conditions are manageable for most vehicles, making it accessible for families and groups looking to explore the outdoors.
Scenic views and solitude at Buckhorn Draw
- The Buckhorn Draw Designated Campsite #17 offers a secluded experience with plenty of space for campers to spread out and enjoy the natural surroundings.
- This area is known for its beautiful sandstone formations, providing a picturesque backdrop for photography and relaxation.
- While it can get busy on weekends, visiting during the week allows for a more peaceful experience, perfect for those seeking solitude in nature.
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