Best Dispersed Camping near Orderville, UT
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Best Dispersed Sites Near Orderville, Utah (135)
1. BLM Road #71 Gravel Pit Dispersed - BLM
25 Reviews•61 Photos•611 SavesMount Carmel Junction, UtahIt is the general policy of the BLM that undeveloped Federal Lands under its administration are available to the public for camping and general recreation, with the following provisions: • Camping is limited to 14 days within a 30-mile radius in a 28 day period • Pack out what you pack in • Avoid camping within 200 ft. of any water source • Do not leave campfires unattended • Camp at previously used sites, if possible. • Dispose of human waste properly. The use of portable toilets is highly recommended. If no portable toilet is available, solid body waste and urine should be buried in a hole six to twelve inches deep. The disposal site should be located well away from streams, campsite, and other use areas. Toilet paper should be placed in a small plastic bag and put into your camp trash bag. • Pack out your trash (and a little extra). Do not leave or bury trash at campsites. • Firepans or stoves are recommended when camping on BLM land. • Avoid building new fire rings. Unnecessary fire rings scar the natural beauty of sites and reduce the amount of space available for sleeping and cooking areas. • Use only dead and down wood for campfires. Bringing your own firewood is the best policy to practice. • Do not put cans, bottles, or aluminum foil into a fire ring. • Burn campfire logs to ashes, then douse with water. Do not smother a campfire with soil, as this will make it difficult for the next visitor to use the same fire ring.
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- Fires
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- Alcohol
2. Tom Best Spring Road FR117 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
70 Reviews•157 Photos•1512 SavesTropic, Utah- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
3. Mt Carmel Old 89 Dispersed Camping
20 Reviews•30 Photos•496 SavesMount Carmel Junction, UtahCamping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources. Dispersed camping is allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. The 28 day period begins when a camper initially occupies a specific location on public lands. The 14 day limit may be reached either through a number of separate visits or through 14 days of continuous overnight occupation during the 28 day period. After the 14th day of occupation, the camper must move outside of a 25 mile radius of the previous location until the 29th day since the initial occupation. The purpose of this special rule is to prevent damage to sensitive resources caused by continual use of any particular areas. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska).
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- Dispersed
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4. Kolob Terrace Road Dispersed
37 Reviews•72 Photos•1289 SavesVirgin, Utah- Pets
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5. North Creek Dispersed Camping
31 Reviews•66 Photos•974 SavesVirgin, Utah- Pets
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6. Hog Canyon
12 Reviews•29 Photos•248 SavesKanab, Utah- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Dispersed
- Picnic Table
7. Old Highway 89 Dispersed BLM Site
9 Reviews•20 Photos•283 SavesMount Carmel Junction, Utah- Pets
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- Phone Service
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8. Kolob Resevoir
18 Reviews•72 Photos•581 SavesKanarraville, UtahKolob Reservoir is a 250-acre impoundment of Kolob Creek in southwestern Utah. This mountain reservoir is a popular place for the desert dwellers of St. George, as well as southern Nevada. The reservoir and most of the shoreline are owned by the Washington County Water Conservancy District. Dispersed camping is allowed and a few vault toilets are provided, along with a boat ramp and dock. Private land restricts access around the southwest bay. Seasonal access from the south is by paved county road from Virgin (Utah Highway 9); and from the north, by gravel road from the Right Hand Fork of Cedar Canyon (Utah Highway 14). Winter access is limited to snowmobile.
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$53 / night
9. Archers Overlook East Zion
6 Reviews•12 Photos•497 SavesMount Carmel Junction, Utah- Pets
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10. Toms Best Spring Road - Dispersed Camping
29 Reviews•77 Photos•329 SavesFern Ridge Lake, OregonMany 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. Dispersed camping is free, therefore no services or facilities are provided; such as trash removal, tables, and fire pits. In some popular dispersed camping areas, camping is limited to designated sites only. Some visitors stay in a primitive style by setting up camp outside of any designated campsite area, sometimes referred to as “boondocking”. It is a great way to connect with nature and enjoy parts of Bryce Canyon Country that not many people see. Plus, it’s free camping. Dispersed camping is not permitted in all areas. If you’re going to set up a primitive camp in this way, please be sure to adhere to the following guidelines: Only camp on public land Keep your campsite minimal so as not to disturb the natural environment Remove any waste you produce, and Leave No Trace Be respectful of other visitors and wildlife in the area Keep track of your location so as not to get lost, and stay away from potentially dangerous areas.
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Recent Dispersed Reviews near Orderville, Utah
695 Reviews of 135 Orderville Campgrounds
Greg L.
Legend
Tom Best Spring Road FR117 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
Great free camping
This is an area of free dispersed camping along the FS Rd #117 (Tom Best Spring Rd). It is midway between Bryce NP and Red Canyon Recreation Area on the Dixie NF. The dispersed camping is along FS RD #117 ( good graded gravel road) for about the first 1.1 miles, after that camping restrictions are posted. Some of the side roads are dirt two track and also have many camping spots but beware wet weather on side roads. Cell service is very good for all providers. This area has no designated sites (yet) and there are no tables, metal fire rings, garbage dumpsters or toilets. However, at the main hwy across there is a rest area with a vault toilet.
- mmark F.
Ranger
Forest Road 248 Dispersed #2
Dispersed in the pines
Free dispersed camping in the pines along forest road 248. Several good sites 1/2 to 1 mi from road
- Jodi K.
Traveler
Kolob Resevoir
$50 a Night
This is no longer a free dispersed camping area. Reservations now must be made and the sites are $50 a night with no services.
Brett T.Traveler
Dave’s Hollow Designated Dispersed Camping
Nice USFS Dispersed Camping Right outside Bryce Canyon NP Entrance
When our original dispersed camping spot didn’t work out we drove down the road and found this little gem, right outside the entrance to Bruce Canyon National Park. There are a bunch of designated USFS camping spots. They’re level-ish, fire rings, and pretty easy to get to. We have a 1992 (renovated!) motorhome and we got to spot 17 no problem. We could have gone to 17-19, but then the road got to rough for our old girl. Lots of quads and sideXsides riding on the dirt road, kicking up dust till about 8:30PM but was not a big deal. Solid free camping right near the park!
- Greg L.Legend
Little Creek Mesa MTB Area
Little Creek Mesa MTB camping area and TH
The pin is at the TH where folks park. Rough slickrock past this point. Free dispersed camps are in this TH area and back down the access road in several spots. This road is rough rocky but AWD SUVs seem to get there. Cell is very good. No info kiosk or signage at TH. No water, no dumpsters, no toilets, no fire-rings. Access road from hwy #89 is 8.4 miles. At mile 3.1 you are on BLM. At mile 6.4 is a juct that you need to go RIGHT, not straight. Camping is best for tenters and truck campers. Hauling a TT or large RV up there on the rough rocky would be risky, but some get up there still!
Anthony P.Legend
Great Western Trail Dispersed
Little Known Free Spot outside of Bryce NP
Upon entering Bryce National Park last year we discovered all of the campgrounds were full. We decided to ask a park ranger where else we could camp, he handed us a map (in the pictures) and sent us on our way. About 5-10 minutes outside of the park there is a series of dirt roads on the left hand side that offers free dispersed camping. Forest road 090 or 1173, the main road in the area is called The Great Western Trail.
The spots here are your typical dispersed camping, with no official marking for sites. No picnic tables or restrooms and there a no fire rings. We found a nice clearing with a rock fire ring already made. While driving down the dirt road we did see a few RV's and trailers, i would say you could comfortably take any vehicle down this way to spend a night camping. The road was fairly well maintained, a few bumps and holes along the way but nothing major. Id say all in all we drove about 10 or 15 minutes to find a camp spot.
The distance back to the National Park was about 10-15 minutes from our camp spot, well worth it to stay outside the park and save some money as well as have a nice quiet and private area. The directions we were given by the park ranger had us take an immediate left after the Bryce Canyon NP sign onto rd 090. We eventually found a spot about a mile or so down that area.
Note on the map, if you follow road 087 down towards the reservoir, the Park Service recommends this as the best place to view wildlife before dusk. Next time you are down in the area, try out these spots. You will not be disappointed.
- TThomas W.Ranger
Mt Carmel Old 89 Dispersed Camping
Nice and quiet BLM dispersed camping
Take the exit from 89 and cross the remnants of the old 89 road. You will find several spots with previously used fire rings. We took our 30ft RV up the hill right on top of what seems to be a sand pit of some sort. You could also follow the old 89 and find some spots in between the trees. We chose to stay up too with the view. Obviously there are no amenities of any sort here as this is BLM land for dispersed camping. We will stay here for one night on our way to Zion.
Jill R.Ranger
Uinta Flat Dispersed
So nice and private
It was like back country camping without all the hiking!
- AAmanda T.
Scout
Wire Mesa
Keep Driving - beautiful views
We did not end up staying here overnight because of the heat and potential rain but wanted to check it out. If you go past the no camping 1/2 mile signs there are plenty of options in this area for dispersed camping so keep driving at least 1/2 mile from those signs. Unlike the prior post, it says you CAN camp as long as you're a half mile from the no camping signs as it is BLM land.
There are plenty of places people have camped before when the fire restrictions were lifted and left perfect fire rings with rocks from the area all spaced out well. One underneath a big rock assuming they must have had some wind.
If there is any chance for rain/storms, be careful. You can see where people have struggled to get out.
I would recommend a 4x4 vehicle but stock is fine. My boyfriend claims I could have taken my stock Grand Cherokee (Altitude) up it with the right tire placement on the rocks.
- Greg L.Legend
Leeds Canyon Dispersed #9
Dispersed camp
Leeds Canyon Dispersed Camp #9 is on the road to Oak Grove NF pay campground. This site is sort of on a short dead end rd spur, above main rd and somewhat screened. Cell service is poor to none at this site.
These dispersed sites are free with a 16d limit. Pure boondocking.
Austin C.LegendTom Best Spring Road FR117 Dispersed - Dixie National Forest
Convenient Dispersed Near Bryce & Red Canyon
Bryce Canyon campgrounds were full, as well as the nearby designated campsites at Red Canyon. We showed up at the nearby forest ranger's office who directed us to some nearby dispersed camping on the edge of Dixie National Forest.
This is dispersed camping, so no:
- Restrooms
- Water
- Trash
- Hookups/dumps
- Shops
Although since there is a designated campground just down the road, you can easily go there for water, restrooms, and trash.
This CG provided a good alternative to getting to Bryce Canyon without the mess of trying to get a reservation. Red Canyon is also in between this site and the national park, which had some nice hikes and views of the hoodoos
Sarah W.Ranger
Hog Canyon
Accessible Red Canyons
I loved waking up to this view, after driving in our pro master 3500 during the night.
This is BLM land so you can park where ever (for free) there are turnouts or at this kiosk.
A nice walk through this canyon will prove worthy. Views, solitude, and stunning ecosystem... the sage and wildflowers were beautiful.
- Lindsey H.Traveler
Hoss Hideout Dispersed Site on Losee Canyon
Great flat secluded spot
Perfect level spot with a small rock fire ring & great sunrise & sunset views. On BLM land. T-Mobile cell service
Lori D.Traveler
Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed sites 40-48
Milky Way
Very open and beautiful landscape, there are plenty of sites on the BLM land so we didn’t have trouble finding one. The Milky Way was visible across the entire sky.
- SSilvan S.Scout
Old Highway 89 Dispersed Riverside
Okay to stay for the night
Small turnout, maybe 3 cars and an RV. Not much to do or see except a nice small river. Met a local that told me it is okay to stay overnight. Not sure if it is BLM land though.
Susan L.Legend
Toms Best Spring Road - Dispersed Camping
Great location in a piney woods!
Dispersed camping in the beautiful Ponderosa pines of Dixie National Forest. The Forest Service road is easy to navigate. There are many dirt roads branching off of it with sites to choose from. Chose a site relatively close to the forest service road. If you're sensitive to dust may want to choose a site further off the access road as there is lots of dust kicked up every time someone drove in or out on the gravel. Convenient location to Bryce (about 15 minutes). Cell service for Verizon.
When the rigs pulling in and out stopped, the only sounds were the braying of cows (the herd wandered into the site) and the wind blowing.
Views! Peaceful! Free!
Ashley M.Ranger
La Verkin Overlook Road East — Zion National Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Look at the signs and map
There is actually very little BLM land along this particular stretch of La Verkin Overlook Rd and no designated sites. However, there are lots of rigs camping. If you do camp be respectful of private property signs and pack out your garbage
- Astrid R.Scout
Kolob Road BLM Dispersed Camp #2
Wrong address and creepy people
First of all, these GPS coordinates take you to a place called Kolob Gate Gardens, which you can also find on the Dyrt. Kolob gate gardens is private property, but on the outside of Kolob Gate Gardens, it is BLM land. The people squatting there who identify themselves as “hosts” want you to think it’s all private property and pay between $31 and $50 a night for their place, which is a complete dump. There there are several dogs on the loose who will come running at you. Mind you, we are staying on the BLM portion of this property. But you can’t tell other than that no one is staying on the private property - the outside edges of the property, where it is BLM, are full of campers and tents. Steve, the person who runs the Kolob gate gardens part, is nice enough but the place is run down. In addition, there is a guy who has been squatting on the BLM property ( by his own admission) who wanted us to leave because he thought we took too much of his space. We are parked prob at least 300-400 yards from him. I thought the coordinates given here would take us to Kolob dispersed site # 2 as advertised on this app but it is not clear. Do not pay no matter what they try to tell you unless you are on one of their numbered ugly sites. Their site says they offer toilets but they are portapotties that haven’t been emptied in years prob- and they tried to make a shower by diverting water from the creek near by. The shower is not functional now. Either way, this place is no good, whether you are on BLM land or not
- RReid
Guide
Dixie National Forest Dispersed Camping Area
Great Dispersed Camping Area
This area is great for dispersed camping near Red Canyon and before you get to Bryce Canyon NP. Plenty of dispersed camping spots. There are no restrooms, water or electricity. Ponderosa Pine trees. Have stayed here several times.
Megan D.TravelerGreat Western Trail Dispersed
beautiful
the most beautiful blm land i have stayed on! gorgeous views, highly recommend! you need a 4WD to reach the camping section. i was able to drive my 2WD sedan but it bottomed out the whole way. you will not be able to drive if it is wet or raining.
Janine P.TravelerHurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed sites 40-48
Beautiful!
Really easy to find. Just need to pass through some homes to get to the BLM land. You will pass the sign for hurricane cliffs and continue for about a mile or so and you will see the first sites available. This place is called hurricane cliffs for a reason. Tons and tons of wind!
Alexa C.Traveler
Kolob Road BLM Dispersed
BLM
We stayed at the BLM outside of Zion National Park. It was absolutely STUNNING. There were signs that made finding this spot super simple. We stayed Saturday night of Labor Day weekend and found that we had MILES of BLM land to ourselves until well after dark. The ground was a mix of gravel/dirt and was totally find for sleeping on. Where we setup camp, there was someone's old campfire spot, which made things easier.
- Gaia M.Traveler
La Verkin Overlook Road East — Zion National Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
The key to Zion
The blm lands we a great way to camp close to the park but outside of designated camping. It’s centrally located between La Verkin and Zion which makes accessibility great! it’s just flat open planes perfect to set up for the night or pull up an rv for some time. there’s trails out there for bikes and the sunsets are breathtaking!
Julie M.Guide
Zion Hwy 9 Dispersed Camping
Great spot!!
So close to Zion this is a great free camping spot. The access road is a bit bumpy as the pavement is potholed but no trouble in our Class C. Lots of spots to choose from and some great views to be had. Highly recommend
- MMel G.Guide
Toms Best Spring Road - Dispersed Camping
Lots of spots. Great views
Right off of Hwy 12. If you take the first left turn off the main road, there are some awesome spots with great views. Nice level spots with fire pits. Roads are decent. Very quiet first week in Sept.
There’s a gas station 2 miles down the road. Very close to Bryce Canyon. Great free camping spot.
Angela G.Guide
Kolob Terrace Road Dispersed
Cool Campsite w/ Stream Access - Pin Location Incorrect
I agree with a couple other reviewers that say the pin for this campground is slightly off - the good BLM campsite is slightly up the road, about a mile or a bit more, and is marked by an old, run-down abandoned RV right at the front of the camp.
We stayed here in June of 2020 and it was HOT! But nevertheless not unbearable. The little stream that runs across the campground was our saving grace; just deep enough to put our chairs in and dip in our toes. Also great for showering with biodegradable soap.
There are a decent amount of sites, if I had to guess, I’d say twenty or even more. It is dispersed but there isn’t a ton of privacy. Not a ton of places to dig your daily foxhole. If you are unfortunate to get some noisy neighbors, it won’t be fun. We had some VERY noisy and inconsiderate neighbors that played “I Got Loaded” on repeat for like two days. Every other group, however, was very respectful. Saw groups of children and adults alike on horseback many times. Several of the occupied spaces seemed to be occupied by at least semi-permanent residents.
Reasonably close to Zion and perfect for the price. Also super close to other amazing hikes on BLM land. Actual road into campsite can be a little tricky depending on which way you go, we did see one person in a 2WD vehicle get stuck in sand, but our neighbor made it in and out many times in a Volkswagen Jetta. Highly recommend this campsite when visiting Zion! Good proximity to Hurricane (pronounced Hurricin, lol) for essentials.
- MMonica M.Guide
Dispersed Camping in Dixie National Forest - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Secluded atmosphere. Great Views.
I stayed in dispersed camping spot #5 arriving on August 31st, 2020. There are 11 or 12 designated spots here. There is a sign on the right side once you enter the Forest Service Road that maps all the hiking trails and dispersed camping sites available in the Leeds Creek dispersed camping area. No 4x4 is necessary to get to spots 1- 5. I didn't go all the way up the mountain and see the other spots. The entrance to spot 5 is a horseshoe shape big enough and convenient for an RV. However, for tent campers, you will want to go beyond the bushes for wind coverage and privacy. The space opens up with trails, amazing views, you can here the creek burbling below the canyon. Spectacular stargazing at night and pretty quiet aside from some road traffic. NOTE: tent campers; park your vehicle with visibility in the horseshoe drive in to avoid unbeknownst camp crashers. The coverage is good enough for tent campers that someone could easily believe the campsite was not taken. Also, bees like your trashbag. So, keep it in your vehicle rather than hanging it. Lastly, sadly there was A LOT of litter when I visited. I did my best to clean some of it up while I was there. Please remember to pack in/pack out and leave no trace!!
Guide to Orderville
Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Orderville, Utah, where stunning landscapes and serene environments await outdoor enthusiasts. This area offers a variety of spots for those looking to escape into nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds.
Top Activities While Free Camping Near Orderville
- Enjoy breathtaking views and peaceful surroundings at BLM Road #71 Gravel Pit Dispersed - BLM, where multiple sites provide ample space for tents and RVs.
- Experience the tranquility of Mt Carmel Old 89 Dispersed Camping, located just minutes from attractions like the Belly of the Dragon and Peekaboo Slot, perfect for a day of exploration.
- Take advantage of the starry nights at Hog Canyon, known for its secluded spots that are ideal for stargazing away from city lights.
Tips for Free and Dispersed Camping Near Orderville, Utah
- When visiting Old Highway 89 Dispersed BLM Site, be prepared for some traffic noise, but enjoy the beautiful views and numerous fire pits available for use.
- For those traveling with larger vehicles, Uinta Flat Dispersed offers well-maintained roads and plenty of space for RVs, making it a convenient choice for families.
- Always check road conditions before heading to Hog Canyon OHV - Dispersed Camping, as some areas may require good clearance vehicles, especially after rain.
Nearby Attractions for Dispersed Campers
- Explore the stunning landscapes of Zion National Park, easily accessible from Zion Hwy 9 Dispersed Camping, which offers a great base for hiking and sightseeing.
- Visit the Coral Pink Sand Dunes, just a short drive from Meadows - Coral Pink Sand Dunes Dispersed, where you can enjoy unique sand formations and outdoor activities.
- Don't miss the chance to experience the local culture and cuisine in nearby Kanab, while staying at Uinta Flat Dispersed, which is conveniently located for day trips to local attractions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Orderville, UT?
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