Planning a dispersed camping trip near Glen Canyon National Recreation Area? Dispersed camping means that no facilities or amenities are provided, so that you can truly disconnect and get back to nature. You're sure to find the perfect dispersed campsite for your Utah camping adventure.
Traveler
This is one of the reviews that I'm just now getting around to now that cooler weather has set in. I was here in September last year while on my annual naked road trip, and this area is one of my favorites. It's the perfect place to camp, relax and enjoy nature. Not crowded, lots of space, no one cares if you're nude or not. There was plenty of space between campers so you can have as much privacy as you want. Several people were camped naked here same as me, some were not. No one cared. The lake level has really gone down low, so it's a hike to get to the water, but there's nothing wrong with a nice nude hike with a day in the water at the end. Perfect naked campout location and I'll definitely be back.
Scout
Fit my 22' TT without issue. Road is a bit rocky to get into the better sites, but there is a spot right off the turnoff that would accommodate bigger rigs. Woke up to a herd of Elk grazing outside the camper and a gorgeous sunrise. Will definitely stop here again when I'm coming through
Traveler
A beautiful camp to set up RVs, vans, and tents. Plenty of space. There were several others here and did not feel close to anyone. Fire pits are available, but they are just slightly dug holes with small rocks. Recommend reinforcing the rocks before use.
Guide
Calf Creek campground was full and the host told us about this spot. Up a dirt road you end up just below the radio tower. Very private and quiet
TravelerBumpy dirt road going in. Large area with plenty of private dispersed camping spots.
TravelerThis is just a pull out off the hwy. Sign says no camping.
Traveler
We liked this spot however we could not go in very far due to the fact that our trailer has low clearance. There are a lot of long ruts from water run off.
There are two dumpsters near the entrance. Area was clean and good cell service.
Location is ideal for area slot canyons etc.
Guide
Although the sand wasn’t a surprise, i was shocked at how much it stuck to everything LOL! But the site had lots of dedicated spots for camping and went on the quite a few miles. The view was beautiful, but we were nervous about mountain lions as we noticed a lot of tracks when we arrived, and saw even more next to our car in the morning as we were leaving. The road in isn’t very rough, just lots of sand and small bumps. Would stay here again!
Legend
Open spot with plenty of room and nice bridge view. Shared with truckers who leave their engine running all night, so not for light sleepers. Road noise was minimal overnight. No bathroom. No water. Felt safe.
LegendThis area is close to the summit elevation of Boulder Mt at 9550 elv. A rough rocky road leaves a scenic pull off all g hwy #12 and heads to some Aspen stands and a corral. The best sites are in the vicinity of the corral. Good cell signal, but no water, no dumpsters, however the views are great. In the fall season, the yellow aspens are spectacular.
LegendHole in the rock road start sites. Lots of dispersed sites with valley views. Good cell service.
Scout
It's a great spot right off of highway 12. Plenty of room for sites. Across the road at sunset is spectacular. AT&T and Verizon both have excellent service.
GuideCamped here the first week of June and it was beautiful! It was very hot… but once the sun went down it was nice. The road wasn’t too bad, my hyundai tuscan did fine. There were several spots open, a few others taken. It was quiet and peaceful, lots of birds, lots of bugs. We had a great spot that had lots of rocks to climb for a nice view!
TravelerCool dispersed camping right off the road. It's beautiful the only thing is you can here cars on the highway from your campsite and there's only like 4 campsites. Not busy at all though I was the only one there. easy to get to with 4 wheel drive car
Traveler
40+ foot 5th wheel, 4x4 Ram After a conversation with the Info center in Cannonville, we chose to drive through Long Canyon, past the Long Canyon overlook (Overlook #2) to Wolverine Loop Road. It was a 50-55 minute drive from Boulder. The site we saw right near the road, visible from the overlook, turned out to be our favorite. If you're in a small vehicle, the path to the left when entering this space will take you to an even better view. 37.9224377, -111.2339323
ScoutSlightly visible from the road. There’s a big open group site and a few tucked away single sites.
Traveler
The access is close to the main road. It is steep but then is very flat. The campgrounds are in a circle and looks like people like doing donuts here you can see the tracks. There were other campers very far
Guide
Was able to find a great spot to stay at right on the rim. There were 3 sites with fire rings no one around when I was there.
Guide
Great views. We were about 250 yards off the main road. Only one spot here. Maybe more further back. High clearance vehicles only. We hit out bumper in one spot with 11" of clearance on the truck. No trailers or RVs. No cell or trash. Pack it in, pack it out. We found the site mostly clean other than a piece of TP under a rock and a used paper towel in the fire pit. We picked them up for the careless other camper that was there. Technically you need a free permit but without going all the way to Escalante, not sure how you'd get one. If you go through Escalante on your way to this spot, you can get one at the visitor center.
Guide
This is just a gravel circle for trailers and RVs. Not good for tents.
GuideThis area is right off the highway and had 25 or more campers there. Full size rigs, trailers, vans and tents. No thank you. Keep going, you'll find something.
ScoutFound a gorgeous, level spot about 2 miles down the road. Road wasn't bad, but liked having AWD to get through some spots of softer sand. It was so quiet in the evening - very peaceful. This is obvious, but there was sand everywhere, so be prepared for it to get on everything.
TravelerProbably my favorite place that I’ve ever stayed at, some spots close to the road but plenty of privacy if you need it. Additionally very few people drive on this road in a day so we didn’t hear a single car over the night.
Traveler
Several available camping spots close to the road on the initial loop and firewood is plentiful! If you travel along the Lampstand road back towards the red cliffs there are periodic sites with fire rings. I drove about 45 minutes down the lampstand road and was able to find a sweet spot with 360 views ranging from red rock cliffs to grand staircase toward boulder. Great spot for a sunset! The Burr trail road links Nottom-bullfrog to boulder and is possibly one of the most scenic drives in Utah!
LegendIt's this or the Walmart. Share with semis, but great cell.
ScoutThe last campsite is about 2.2 miles from the start of the road. Theres a big dip in the road right after this one. That’s where I stayed. In the beginning of March during the week I was the only one around. I would agree that there aren’t many spots available on this road; I counted like 6-8ish spots. Some have their own driveway so to speak so not sure if those were one or more spots.
This spot had a fire ring, extra firewood, and enough spots for about 4-6 cars/tents. So a big group can easily fit here. It was a little windy in the afternoon, I positioned my car to block the wind from the fire pit.
I did get some sort of animal visitor at night, not sure what it was but it walked through the campsite. There are cows further down the road.
TravelerNo one bothered me, I’m in a van, and it was a great space to wake up to! Lots of room, Tmobile worked fine
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