Best Dispersed Camping near Oasis, UT

Dispersed camping near Oasis, Utah includes several free sites on public lands, primarily within Fishlake National Forest and surrounding Bureau of Land Management (BLM) areas. Campers find options along Whiskey Creek Road, West Fork 8 Mile Road, and near natural features such as Baker Hot Springs and Meadow Hot Springs. These primitive sites typically have established fire rings but lack developed facilities. Most locations permit camping without reservations or fees, though campers should verify current regulations as they may change seasonally.

Access to many dispersed sites requires driving on dirt and gravel roads that range from well-maintained to rough and washboarded. Several reviewers note that while most areas are accessible with standard vehicles, some sections may require higher clearance, particularly after rain. The Baker Hot Springs and Meadow Hot Springs areas feature bumpy access roads that may challenge passenger cars. "The road is bumpy and may be difficult for cars to get back to the main spring but you can always park and walk," notes one visitor to Meadow Hot Springs. No drinking water is available at any sites, and most lack toilet facilities, though Baker Hot Springs does have a vault toilet.

These dispersed camping areas provide varying experiences based on location. Sites along Whiskey Creek Road and West Fork 8 Mile Road offer forest settings with juniper trees providing shade and privacy. "There are several established places to camp with beautiful views. Very private," reports one camper. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the region, with one visitor to West Fork Whiskey Creek noting, "If you're looking for a fun backpacking camping trip where you're guaranteed to see tons of wildlife, this is it." The hot springs areas attract more visitors, particularly on weekends, but provide unique soaking opportunities. Most sites remain relatively quiet, especially on weekdays, though cattle grazing is common in many areas. Cell service varies by location, with some sites reporting good coverage and others having limited or no service.

Best Dispersed Sites Near Oasis, Utah (18)

    1. Pahvant Valley Heritage Trail Dispersed

    3 Reviews
    Oasis, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 743-3100

    "Close to hot pots and great hiking areas."

    "This is close to the hot pots and we stay here in the fall or spring. It can get crowded so be prepared not to camp in the caves on a busy weekend. "

    2. Dispersed Sandy Lot

    2 Reviews
    Oak City, UT
    17 miles
    Website

    "Access is easy on and off from a gravel road.. Campers, RVs, and people with tents can easily use this site. No facilities."

    "We were looking for an easy place away from the interstate to split our drive from Idaho to St George in half.  There was no one here at all and found easy place with a tree to set up 26ft tt. "

    3. Dispersed West Fork 8 Mile Road

    3 Reviews
    Oak City, UT
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 743-5721

    "I found a spot on Eight Mile road, just off i-15, near the east side of the national forest. I drove up the dirt road for a while until I found a nice flat spot for the night. "

    "This spot is just into the Fishlake National Forest. There is nothing fancy about this location. It is just a grassy spot along the road as you start following the road into the national forest."

    4. Whiskey Creek Road USFS Dispersed

    1 Review
    Oak City, UT
    17 miles
    Website

    "Drove another 20 on whiskey creek on a well maintained dirt road. Camp was relatively flat, good trees for shade and elevated to allow for nice views and a breeze."

    5. Fish Lake National Forest Campsite

    6 Reviews
    Oak City, UT
    23 miles

    "Quite a few spots accessible by car. A couple fireplaces here and there too. A fair amount of fallen pine and juniper wood there to use for building fires."

    "Super easy access for any car if roads are dry. Lots of places to get back in the junioers a lil and have a nice private place to sleep."

    6. Whiskey Creek Road - Dispersed Site

    1 Review
    Oak City, UT
    17 miles
    Website

    "This site is located on the northerly side of the road. A number of fire pits exist in this area. It is readily apparent that others have stayed here in the past and it is a popular spot."

    7. West Fork - Whiskey Creek Dispersed Camping

    2 Reviews
    Oak City, UT
    20 miles
    Website

    "You can park at the trailhead and hike up only 2 miles before you start seeing deer and elk everywhere."

    8. Meadow Hot Springs

    9 Reviews
    Meadow, UT
    30 miles

    "Road is bumpy and may be difficult for cars to get back to the main spring but you can always park and walk. Be sure not to leave any trash as this is private property owned by super nice people!"

    "There are 3 natural hot spring bath tubes on a private property in the meadows. Camping among the cows and having a bath in a natural hot tub while the sun is rising - it's a dream."

    9. Baker Hot Springs Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    Lynndyl, UT
    23 miles

    "Multiple pools varying temps from 85-110'f Some creeks burn your toes 180'f Dispersed spots with lava rock rings for fires."

    10. Baker Hot Springs Dispersed Camping

    1 Review
    Lynndyl, UT
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 743-3100
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Dispersed Camping Reviews near Oasis, UT

42 Reviews of 18 Oasis Campgrounds


  • BoneMonkey ..The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2023

    Marjum Pass Dispersed Camping

    Open camping with great lines of sight

    Camped on the Western opening of Marjum Canyon. Drove through the canyon a few times. Dispersed camping and small pull-offs all throughout.

    Photos are of the Western slope pouring out of the canyon. As you exit the Canyon heading West, there are pull offs on both sides of the dirt road. Some areas may need high clearance vehicles to get over. There are small pull offs and dirt roads that low clearance vehicles can go over.

    Most surrounding land is BLM land.

    No Water

    No Shade

    No Wood

  • P
    May. 25, 2023

    Dispersed West Fork 8 Mile Road

    Alone with the cows

    I found a spot on Eight Mile road, just off i-15, near the east side of the national forest. I drove up the dirt road for a while until I found a nice flat spot for the night. 

    I could hear some road noise, but had 3+ bars of T-mobile 5g service. Not another person in sight except for maybe 2 cars that drove by during the night. Plenty of cows and cow patties around though!

    Bonus: Eight mile road was a shortcut to westbound highway 50 and a nice way to start the drive in the morning.

  • Ean P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 20, 2025

    Fish Lake National Forest Campsite

    Great Spot Just Don’t Camp Here Alone in a Tent

    Great spot for camping with a group. Quite a few spots accessible by car. A couple fireplaces here and there too. A fair amount of fallen pine and juniper wood there to use for building fires. Just remember to drown out your fires with water (there’s a sign).

    I do not recommend tent camping here solo though. This wasn’t my first time tent camping solo either. As I was laying in my sleeping bag inside my tent around 11pm, some creature started stalking me around midnight. I could hear it moving and breathing outside my tent. I managed to scare it off by hitting my car’s “panic button” on the keys. I then packed up immediately and left.

  • Derek E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 10, 2019

    West Fork - Whiskey Creek Dispersed Camping

    Wildlife EVERYWHERE!

    If you’re looking for a fun backpacking camping trip where you’re guaranteed to see tons of wildlife, this is it. Not only will you avoid the crowded campgrounds, but you’ll be able to do it without hiking a million miles from your vehicle.

    You can park at the trailhead and hike up only 2 miles before you start seeing deer and elk everywhere. You simply follow the river up the canyon, and choose from any of the small flat locations for tent camping, or pick a couple trees to hang a hammock. Choices are abundant. In the summer months, water is scarce so bring water. If the creek is full and running you can simply filter water.

    There is a beautiful meadow area at the top of the trail before you begin to descend down the other side (another beautiful area).

    Was able to hike in with my 8 year old, and he loved it. Great secluded dispersed spot for wildlife watching.

  • mason M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 29, 2025

    Meadow Hot Springs

    Relaxing Hot Spring

    Super relaxing hot spring with a few other springs at decent temperatures. Road is bumpy and may be difficult for cars to get back to the main spring but you can always park and walk. Be sure not to leave any trash as this is private property owned by super nice people!

  • Jenny&Tobias P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2023

    Meadow Hot Springs

    A bath tub in the meadows - wonderful

    There are 3 natural hot spring bath tubes on a private property in the meadows. Camping among the cows and having a bath in a natural hot tub while the sun is rising - it's a dream. There are a some camping spots around the springs and a sign that says "Enjoy and please donate" so the visit is by donation and not paying. The road to the hot tubs is very bumpy and mudy after a rain, better walk in. A very beautiful stop when you tired out from driving.

  • J
    May. 9, 2024

    Mountain Mecca

    Off road camping

    Open area looks like local party spot, not for RVs. Lots of spots to pitch a tent, established fire pits. Not far off the main road. Road goes up past water tower and recommends using 4wd to come up to prevent washboard, but any vehicle with awe would do. No amenities and very private.

  • randy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 6, 2021

    Dispersed West Fork 8 Mile Road

    Basic grassy area to camp

    This spot is just into the Fishlake National Forest. There is nothing fancy about this location. It is just a grassy spot along the road as you start following the road into the national forest. There may very well be cattle in the area and that will depend on the time of the year. But, it would make a great base camp from which to ATV or ride horses.

  • randy C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2021

    Dispersed Sandy Lot

    Basic dispersed site right off road

    There is a fire pit. Access is easy on and off from a gravel road.. Campers, RVs, and people with tents can easily use this site. No facilities.


Guide to Oasis

Dispersed camping near Oasis, Utah primarily centers on primitive sites located in Fishlake National Forest and BLM lands. Sites range from lava tube formations at Pahvant Valley Heritage Trail to open meadows near local hot springs. Average daytime temperatures in summer reach 85-90°F, while winter nights often drop below freezing. Cell service varies significantly across camping areas, with better coverage found at sites closer to Highway 50 and I-15.

What to do

Wildlife viewing opportunities: At West Fork - Whiskey Creek Dispersed Camping, abundant wildlife appears just a short distance in. "You can park at the trailhead and hike up only 2 miles before you start seeing deer and elk everywhere," notes camper Derek E., who adds that the area features "a beautiful meadow area at the top of the trail before you begin to descend down the other side."

Hot spring soaking: The area contains multiple natural hot springs with varying temperatures. At Meadow Hot Springs, camper Jenny&Tobias P. describes "3 natural hot spring bath tubes on a private property in the meadows. Camping among the cows and having a bath in a natural hot tub while the sun is rising - it's a dream." Multiple pools offer different experiences, with mason M. noting they are "at decent temperatures."

Exploring lava formations: The volcanic geology creates unique exploration opportunities. At Pahvant Valley Heritage Trail Dispersed, Brad B. notes that "you can camp in the lava tube they are warm in the winter and it is a fun place to explore." The caves provide geological interest and shelter during cooler months.

What campers like

Privacy and isolation: Many sites offer seclusion despite proximity to highways. At Whiskey Creek Road USFS Dispersed, Chula R. found "quiet and peaceful" conditions with "good trees for shade and elevated to allow for nice views and a breeze." The camper mentioned driving "about 20 minutes off the 15 on hwy 50 to Whiskey Creek road. Drove another 20 on whiskey creek on a well-maintained dirt road."

Convenience for road travelers: Several free camping areas near Oasis serve as ideal overnight stops during longer journeys. At Fish Lake National Forest Campsite, Megan W. notes it was "easy to find, small spaces, empty on a weekday" and "about a 7-10 min drive to the freeway. No freeway noise though." Jason C. simply describes it as a "perfect place to stop for the night."

Natural bathing experiences: The area's hot springs provide unique soaking opportunities. At Baker Hot Springs, camper Athena M. mentions "multiple pools varying temps from 85-110°F" and notes that "some creeks burn your toes 180°F." Ray & Terri F. add that at Baker Hot Springs "the very hot(180º) and cold water entering the pools is adjustable using the towels and clothing others have left to control the inflow."

What you should know

Road conditions vary significantly: Access roads range from well-maintained to challenging. At Dispersed Sandy Lot, Bruce J. notes it's "an easy place away from the interstate" where they "found easy place with a tree to set up 26ft tt." However, at Meadow Hot Springs, Jenny&Tobias P. warns "the road to the hot tubs is very bumpy and muddy after a rain, better walk in."

Weather impacts: Seasonal conditions affect site accessibility and comfort. At Pahvant Valley Heritage Trail, Steve H. reports "the drive in past the pavement was dusty, but not horrific. The road had been graded so there a lot of rocks on the surface of the road. No washboard." At Baker Hot Springs, Ray & Terri F. caution that "camping areas could be a little sporty with any significant amount of rain. Some areas were fine, but others were very heavily rutted."

Wildlife encounters: Beyond viewing opportunities, wildlife may approach camps. At Fish Lake National Forest Campsite, Ean P. warns "just don't camp here alone in a tent" because during his stay "some creature started stalking me around midnight. I could hear it moving and breathing outside my tent. I managed to scare it off by hitting my car's 'panic button' on the keys."

Tips for camping with families

Easy hiking options: Several sites offer kid-friendly exploration. Derek E. successfully hiked at West Fork Whiskey Creek "with my 8 year old, and he loved it." He notes it offers "great secluded dispersed spot for wildlife watching" without requiring strenuous hiking.

Site exploration activities: Natural features provide entertainment for children. At Fish Lake National Forest Campsite, Brianne G. mentions "open fields, so watch out for cows and cowpoo!" At Whiskey Creek Road, Chula R.'s "kids enjoyed exploring and climbing the small trees."

Hot springs considerations: When bringing children to hot springs areas, monitor water temperatures carefully. At Baker Hot Springs Dispersed Camping, the extreme temperature variations require caution, with Athena M. noting some water reaches 180°F. Families should stick to the regulated pools which campers maintain at safe temperatures.

Tips from RVers

Vehicle clearance requirements: Access roads present challenges for some RVs. At Whiskey Creek Road, randy C. advises "the farther you go along the road the rougher it gets." At Baker Hot Springs, Ray & Terri F. report successfully navigating with a "36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow" but note "the second half of the~7 mile gravel road in is a little washboarded in places, but not too bad if we kept it under 30 mph or so."

Alternative parking options: When road conditions prevent direct access, some campers park and walk in. Mason M. notes that at Meadow Hot Springs, the "road is bumpy and may be difficult for cars to get back to the main spring but you can always park and walk." Similarly, at several locations, tent campers often find more accessible spots farther from main attractions.

Setup considerations: Terrain impacts RV leveling and stabilization. At Pahvant Valley Heritage Trail, Steve H. managed with a "Bronco towing a Lance 1475" and found the "campsite was fine." At Meadow Hot Springs, rhonda D. reports "I drove my small 25' RV down it easily" and notes the main hot spring "is only about 5 miles of the main highway."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Oasis, UT is Pahvant Valley Heritage Trail Dispersed with a 4.7-star rating from 3 reviews.

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