Best Tent Camping near Junction, UT

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Best Tent Sites Near Junction, UT (27)

    Camper-submitted photo from Great Western Trail Dispersed
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    2. Betenson Flat Trailhead

    1 Review
    1 Photo
    Junction, Utah

    Betenson Flat Trailhead. Forest Road 151.

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      3. Tushar Lakeside Campground

      1 Review
      18 Saves
      Beaver, Utah

      Overview

      Located within the majestic Tushar Mountain Range, Tushar Lakeside Campground is nestled in a forest of aspen and mixed conifer. This is a popular destination for large youth groups. The lake and small meadow offer ample recreation opportunities to visitors. This campground is managed by Beaver County, Utah. To check site availability and make reservations, visitors should visit Beaver Countys facility rental website at https://secure.rec1.com/UT/beaver-county-ut/catalog.

      Recreation

      Recreation opportunities include fishing, hiking, canoeing, sand volleyball and wildlife viewing.

      Natural Features

      Situated at 8,560 feet, Tushar Lakeside Campground offers visitors a chance to escape the heat of the summer and enjoy various outdoor experiences.

      Nearby Attractions

      Skyline National Recreation Trail for hiking is a short drive away along with the Piute ATV Trail. There is no ATV access from the campground; riders must trailer to the trailhead.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Tents
      • Trash
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets

      $100 - $600 / night

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      Camper-submitted photo from Three Creeks Reservoir
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      Camper-submitted photo from Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
      Camper-submitted photo from Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
      Camper-submitted photo from Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
      Camper-submitted photo from Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
      Camper-submitted photo from Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
      Camper-submitted photo from Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest

      5. Forest Rd 294 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest

      6 Reviews
      7 Photos
      402 Saves
      Fern Ridge Lake, Oregon

      Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest OUTSIDE of a developed campground. In some popular dispersed camping areas, camping is limited to designated sites only. Dispersed camping is free, therefore no services; such as trash removal, and little or no facilities; such as tables and fire pits, are provided.

      There are extra responsibilities and skills that are necessary for dispersed camping. It is your responsibility to know these before you go camping. Camping rules and regulations apply to make your experience safe, and to keep the natural resources scenic and unspoiled for other campers.

      Rules for Dispersed Camping Motorized vehicle use for the purpose of dispersed camping is only allowed 150 feet from any designated route to limit resource damage. Use existing campsites. Groups of over 75 people, who wish to use the forest, need to obtain a special use permit. There is no fee and permits can be obtained at the nearest Forest Service Office. You need to be self-contained. No amenities are provided; such as water, restrooms or trash cans. You may camp in a dispersed area for up to 16 days. After 16 days, you must move at least 10 miles for camping in another dispersed area. Please place your campsite at least 200 feet from any stream or other water source. Pack it in, pack it out. Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled foods. Pack out all trash, leftover food, and litter. Follow Leave No Trace principals. Contact a local Forest Service office to see if any fire restrictions are in place.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Dispersed
      • Firewood Available
      Camper-submitted photo from Birch Creek Campground
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      6. Birch Creek Campground

      1 Review
      9 Photos
      4 Saves
      Junction, Utah

      Birch Creek Group Campground and Pavillion Area. This campground allows for RV pull-in camp spots.

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from Raven's Nest Utah Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Raven's Nest Utah Campground
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      7. Raven's Nest Utah Campground

      1 Review
      9 Photos
      6 Saves
      Panguitch, Utah

      NESTled in the mountains near Panguitch, Utah, and is a prime location for camping with a great many places to visit nearby. All 2W Drive. Those being Bryce Canyon 23 miles, Zion Canyon 56 miles, Panguitch Lake 18 miles, Kodachrome Basin 32 miles, Petrified Forest 40 miles, Coral Pink Sand Dunes 63 miles, and many more.

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      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table

      $35 / night

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        8. Losee Canyon

        2 Reviews
        9 Saves
        Dixie National Forest, Utah
        • Pets
        • Phone Service
        • Tents
        • Standard (Tent/RV)
        • Dispersed
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          9. Barker Reservoir Area

          1 Review
          13 Saves
          Escalante, Utah

          A fishing lake in the North Creek Lakes area. The Department of Wildlife Resourses of Utah (DWR) stocks this lake with Brook Trout. Other fishing lakes near Upper Barker Reservoir are Flat Lake , Yellow Lake , Joe Lay Reservoir , Blue Lake , Lower Barker Reservoir , and Dougherty Basin . To hike to these lakes see the Barker Lakes Loop .

          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Reservable
          • ADA Access
          • Tents
          • Group
          Camper-submitted photo from Stoneview ranch
          Camper-submitted photo from Stoneview ranch
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          10. Stoneview ranch

          1 Review
          9 Photos
          7 Saves
          Tropic, Utah

          Beautiful campsite on your way to pine lake

          • Pets
          • Fires
          • Phone Service
          • Reservable
          • ADA Access
          • Tents

          $35 / night

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        Recent Tent Reviews in Junction

        1042 Reviews of 27 Junction Campgrounds


        • The Wandering Shores ..The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Tom's Best Spring Road Dixie National Forest
          Nov. 20, 2024

          Tom's Best Spring Road Dixie National Forest

          Even After Four Years...

          This continues to be one of our favorite boondocking sites even after four years on the road. This time we visited in late October/ Early November. We had some minor snowfall while we were there but that is to be expected at this elevation. We filmed a campsite review for anyone who is interested, we linked in on the video tab here on Campendium but here is the direct link to 

          https://youtu.be/s2bVVRGDje0 

          Great for rigs of any size, with thousands of acres to choose from.

        • Brandon  R.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from FR 090 - dispersed camping
          Oct. 29, 2024

          FR 090 - dispersed camping

          Quiet and close to the park

          The area was very easy to find and very quiet. I arrived as sunset and only saw one camper. I know it is the end of the season, but other places right now are packed.

          Make sure you camp in a designated spot, marked with posts and numbers.

          T-Mobile work...2 bar LTE

        • RThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed
          Oct. 28, 2024

          Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed

          Perfect Spot Close to Capitol Reef NP

          Great place to stay close to Torrey, Utah, and Capitol Reef NP. There are lots of places to choose from with some spots with make shift fire rings. Great views of the Boulder Mountains, Thousands Lake Mountains, and Capitol Reef in the distance. There are no restrooms, water or electricity. Close to Torrey where you can find the essentials.

        • Hannah N.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from FR 090 - dispersed camping
          Oct. 23, 2024

          FR 090 - dispersed camping

          Great spot outside of Bryce!!!

          We rented a van from Escape camper vans and this spot of easy to find and get to! We saw a lot of people with campers and vans. We kept driving until site 10 which was the first one that was empty at about an hour before sunset. Very private and lots of fire wood! Right outside of Bryce NP. As we left early in the morning people were pulled off the side of the rode. Looked like they were just looking for a place to park overnight.

        • CThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping
          Oct. 20, 2024

          Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping

          A great hike

          If you have a 4x4, we recommend pulling back slightly to the right as far as you can. We went back and got tucked into a more secluded nook with a good fire ring. It looks bumpy and uneven, but it’s possible to level a vehicle that’s 21 feet and under.

          The hike up above the site is really beautiful. The trail took us up above the cliff edge that borders the site. From there you have sweeping views of the valley and out to the mountains in both directions.

          Important to note:

          1. There are no toilet facilities and no places to dig a hole
          2. There were people using generators
          3. If you tuck back into a far site, you can avoid most the the road and generator noise
          4. If it’s going to rain, this would be a slick and slippery location
          5. The Wild Rabbit Cafe in Torrey is an excellent place for breakfast and coffee
        • Chris P.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Tom's Best Spring Road Dixie National Forest
          Oct. 19, 2024

          Tom's Best Spring Road Dixie National Forest

          Spacious & Quiet Dispersed Camping

          Pulled in around 9pm and found an empty site about .5 miles from Route 12. Awesome spot. Fire ring and very spacious. Managed to get 1-3 bars of T-Mobile 5G/LTE all night and morning.

          Will most certainly revisit next time I’m in the area.

        • Chris P.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Escalante Outfitters
          Oct. 18, 2024

          Escalante Outfitters

          A Night at Escalante Outfitters

          ~$13.50/night to park in the gravel lot. I’ve got a RTT so it worked out perfectly. Full access to shop/restaurant, laundry, dish sink and shower (very hot, which was awesome).

          Covered picnic tables and a communal fire pit nearby. Great alternative to the numerous BLM sites in and around town.

        • UThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Mackinaw Campground
          Oct. 17, 2024

          Mackinaw Campground

          Good high elevation CG at Fishlake

          Large campgrounds in area including this one. Camped in September (Doctor Creek CG up road was closed). Quiet, clean. End of tourist season and so couple of nearby stores were selling out their ice cream--Got giant couple of scoops in a bowl. For water/boaters & fishing, mainly, typically sold out during summer. Sites go in rows inching up-slope and some have nice views of lake.

        • Elise S.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dave’s Hollow Designated Dispersed Camping
          Oct. 12, 2024

          Dave’s Hollow Designated Dispersed Camping

          Convenient but beware

          Very pretty spot. Clean and level campsites. Had a very hard time finding a site, very crowded. But once we did we loved it. BEWARE! Someone stole our trailer break emergency breakaway cord, it was a pain in the butt. Hopefully it was just a one time thing.

        • Carol B.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Ruby's Inn RV Park and Campground
          Oct. 12, 2024

          Ruby's Inn RV Park and Campground

          Convenient to Bryce, great bathrooms & showers

          Ruby’s tent area was separate enough for the hordes of RVs to make it an okay place to stay. Lots of car campers in this area (like us) and enough elbow room that you are not on top of each other. They advertise free WiFi, but it is a weak throttled network that is frustrating to even open email on. The good news- great cell service in Bryce!
          It was a decent choice to be able to book in advance. The people were nice at check in and the Bryce shuttle runs from this location.

        • bThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from FS #117 Rd Dispersed Camping
          Oct. 11, 2024

          FS #117 Rd Dispersed Camping

          Great place to boondock with cell service!

          I enjoyed my stay here. I pitched a tent and drove a Honda Accord there. There was great cell service a bathroom/rest stop within 5 minutes and this is only a 15 minute drive to Bryce canyon NP.

        • Upscuz The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dave’s Hollow
          Oct. 10, 2024

          Dave’s Hollow

          Wonderful

          Great spot not far from Bryce Park entrance. Quiet and lots of spots to choose from. We were pulling a 20 ft trailer.

        • NThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Ruby's Inn RV Park and Campground
          Oct. 8, 2024

          Ruby's Inn RV Park and Campground

          Huge RV park with some tent camping

          Tent site are not marked. The map is incorrect that is given to you. Clean bathrooms and showers. Walking distance to general store and gift shop. The two things keeping it from 5 stars is the unmarked tent sites and (in my opinion) the people are weird in the area

        • Tamara T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Ruby's Inn RV Park and Campground
          Oct. 6, 2024

          Ruby's Inn RV Park and Campground

          Nice Location to visit Bryce Canyon NP

          We enjoyed the stay at Ruby‘s Inn. Clean Facilities, a lot of options to do laundry and a lot of space. There is a free shuttle to get to Bryce Canyon NP.

        • NThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Escalante Cabins & R.V. Park
          Oct. 6, 2024

          Escalante Cabins & R.V. Park

          Great campground, awesome amenities

          The tent site were a little tight for our camper van so they pro rated us the tent price for the first night. Very clean showers and bathrooms. Washing machines and dryers available for a fee in an air conditioned room. Very friendly staff!

        • Kate B.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Canyons of Escalante RV Park
          Oct. 6, 2024

          Canyons of Escalante RV Park

          Accommodating management

          This family run business knows what travelers need and will do whatever possible to accommodate them. I asked for a larger space as I have a rescue dog that’s reactive, and they accommodated me. And as I was getting ready to leave I checked my tires and noticed they were low. The young woman at the front desk called around and found a place where I could get air in them! Super clean bathrooms and showers, with ample washers and dryers, too. All of this and a great location. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.

        • EThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Tom's Best Spring Road Dixie National Forest
          Oct. 6, 2024

          Tom's Best Spring Road Dixie National Forest

          Tom’s Best

          Came to camp after dark. Had to travel 7-8 miles off the main road. Sites are sporadic- lots of big campsites with lots of people, so it took a bit to find a secluded spot. Some trees. Very few fall branches for fire. Beautiful views.

        • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Mammoth Dispersed
          Oct. 4, 2024

          Mammoth Dispersed

          Looks like a developed CG

          This so called designated dispersed is actually more like a regular developed CG, with gravel pads, and a vault toilet. Don't even come on from the north on that sketch road, it was narrow rocky and VERY STEEP into the hole the CG is in. Come on on south end thru the subdivision housing area.

        • Carol B.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Red Canyon Campground
          Oct. 3, 2024

          Red Canyon Campground

          Beautiful location close to Bryce NP

          Clean bathrooms and showers ($2.50 for 8+min) and beautiful setting in the pines with the red sandstone hoodoos in front and red cliffs behind. I’d recommend it, but it is first come first serve with folks looking for sites before 8am on their way to Bryce.

        • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dave’s Hollow Designated Dispersed Camping
          Oct. 3, 2024

          Dave’s Hollow Designated Dispersed Camping

          Designated dispersed

          There are 26 DESIGNATED dispersed camp sites in the Dixie NF special management area part of Dave's hollow close to the Bryce NP boundary. The west part of Dave's hollow does not have the designated only restrictions, however there are way less campsites available. Cell signal is very good for the entire area. Note there are no vault toilets, no dumpsters and no water in the Dave's hollow area and all the roads are dusty dirt and could be muddy if wet.

        • LThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Dave’s Hollow
          Oct. 3, 2024

          Dave’s Hollow

          Perfect spot in the forest!

          This is area of National Forest with 26 designated sites. Large private sites with fire ring. Road is off of hwy 63; less than one mile from Bryce Canyon City and 5 min from Bryce Canyon NP entrance. Location could not be more convenient. Afternoon shade was delightful.

        • Maddy T.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Toms Best Spring Road - Dispersed Camping
          Sep. 30, 2024

          Toms Best Spring Road - Dispersed Camping

          Amazing Site!

          This was our favourite site in our trip, we took the first left and there were barely any people down that way. Seemed like most people kept going straight and camped on the right side. Our area had tons of trees so it felt quite private and was very spread out from the people beside us. There was a fire pit as well so we were able to have a fire, lots of deer around and some cows out grazing in the area, so I don't be surprised if you have some visitors at night!



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        • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Junction, UT?

          According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Junction, UT is Great Western Trail Dispersed with a 4.2-star rating from 26 reviews.

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