Best Dispersed Camping near Mantua, UT

The mountainous terrain surrounding Mantua, Utah features predominantly dispersed camping options within the Cache National Forest and nearby public lands. Green Canyon Dispersed Campground, located approximately 15 minutes from Logan, provides free camping with established fire rings and vault toilets. Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping extends along well-maintained gravel roads with sites situated near the Logan River, some continuing into Idaho. Dispersed camping near Monte Cristo offers secluded spots with panoramic views of aspen and fir forests, while Curtis Creek/Arbs Basin provides quieter alternatives with primitive amenities.

Road conditions vary significantly across camping areas, with some sites accessible by standard vehicles while others require high-clearance 4WD. As one camper noted, "The road is a bit bumpy but nothing major. Our truck handled it with ease, but even a sedan would probably be fine." Many dispersed sites require permits, with Green Canyon charging $10 for a 3-day permit. Seasonal closures affect accessibility, particularly during winter months when roads like Green Canyon are closed from December through mid-April. Fire restrictions are common during dry periods, and weather can change rapidly at higher elevations, with campers reporting snow even during late spring.

Visitor experiences highlight the natural beauty and relative solitude available despite proximity to urban areas. Green Canyon receives mixed reviews due to its popularity, with one visitor noting it's "kinda crowded on the weekend. Lots of trucks, razors, and ATVs." Sites farther from town generally offer more seclusion but fewer amenities. Franklin Basin earns praise for its riverside locations and mountain views, though campers warn about mosquitoes in early summer. Cell service is spotty throughout the region, with varying carrier coverage. Wildlife sightings are common, and campers should follow proper food storage practices as bears and mountain lions inhabit the area. Most sites feature established fire rings and flat areas suitable for tents, while RV options are more limited due to narrow access roads.

Best Dispersed Sites Near Mantua, Utah (17)

    1. Green Canyon Dispersed Campground

    15 Reviews
    North Logan, UT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 755-3620

    "About 15 mins outside of Logan up a beautiful canyon. Headed up around 4pm on a Saturday during Memorial Day weekend so didn’t have high hopes but found a spot with a fire ring almost immediately!"

    "Easy to find by putting the coordinates provided in Google Maps. Came in after dark and easily found a site about 1/4 mile or so up the road. Road is a bit bumpy but nothing major."

    2. Dispersed camping near Monte Cristo

    7 Reviews
    Eden, UT
    23 miles

    "About 1/4 mile down a dirt road from Hwy 39 is a good single boondocking spot with a great view. Not for large RVs."

    "Two nice boondocking spots just a short drive on a tight dirt road off the highway. The campsite on the right is bigger, the one on the left is very small."

    4. Monte Cristo Pull-off

    1 Review
    Eden, UT
    20 miles

    "Picked a pull-off spot about 10 min up the highway and was really surprised. It went pretty deep and and truly felt like I was away."

    6. Curtis Creek / Arbs Basin

    2 Reviews
    Woodruff, UT
    24 miles
    Website

    "Awesome time love the dirt road love love the trees the nature, everything about it basically the hills and country"

    "We stayed here for the night on our rooftop tent. It’s very quiet, barely any people. There’s man made firepits made out of rocks of people who have stayed here. It’s chilly and very pretty around."

    8. Franklin Basin Dispersed Camping

    9 Reviews
    Garden City, UT
    36 miles
    +1 (435) 232-2674

    "You can drive well into Idaho. You can drive for about 1.5 hours up in here and see amazing river meadow mountain views. The views are truly amazing."

    "Amazing location especially because it’s close to bear lake!

    I heard it’s better in August, but if you camp way further down the mosquitos are absolutely miserable."

    9. Smithfield Dispersed Campsite

    3 Reviews
    Richmond, UT
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 320-8300

    "After you've passed the Smithfield campground there are plenty of spots on both sides of the road where you can pull off and have dispersed camping."

    "Stayed here for two nights, at the end of a dead end road, close to the creek. Real easy place to be."

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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Mantua, UT

46 Reviews of 17 Mantua Campgrounds



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Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Mantua, UT?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Mantua, UT is Green Canyon Dispersed Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 15 reviews.

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