Best Dispersed Camping near St. George, UT

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Best Dispersed Sites Near St. George, UT (70)

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Recent Dispersed Reviews in St. George

388 Reviews of 70 St. George Campgrounds


  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Navajo Rd Dispersed
    Dec. 1, 2024

    BLM Navajo Rd Dispersed

    Open, high land that’s awkward to get to

    At the far corner of an unassuming neighborhood, there’s a dirt road with a couple signs saying no shooting and no camping. They’re referring to the first three miles of that road. It’s a narrow road with unusually high walls but easy to drive. Make sure you go all 3 miles until you reach the big classic BLM Public Lands sign after which is the start of your options. There’s a few quite large turnoffs with fire pits

  • Erik F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Virgin River Camp
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Virgin River Camp

    Easily Accessed

    As others stated, right off of I-15. we pulled in well after dark, would be nice to arrive with daylight as there are many spots. Busy area this time of year. There is road noise but manageable.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kolob Terrace Road
    Nov. 30, 2024

    Kolob Terrace Road

    Convenient for Zion

    We were a little cautious after reading some of the other reviews but we had a great nights sleep here. A large space, others joined us as the night went on and we weren’t bothered by noise and were close to the stream.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dalton Wash Dispersed
    Nov. 10, 2024

    Dalton Wash Dispersed

    Killer Site

    This is a great site to wake up to if you can get to it. Lady and I drove in after dark. While you don’t need 4x4 during dry months, it will help with the drive. It’s steep, loose dirt until you start hitting rocks.

    Stay in the trees to protect from the wind, but there is plenty of space regardless and each site has its own fire pit. Looks like people make their own too.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from LaVerkin Overlook Road Dispersed
    Nov. 1, 2024

    LaVerkin Overlook Road Dispersed

    Close to Zion

    The spot was nice and close to Zion. Some single spot and a large flat gravel pad that multiple vans/cars/tents can fit on close to the main road into Springdale. Fills up early in the day during peak season, so have backup plans.

    I stayed in the large gravel pad area 3 nights and had a great view and a lovely flat spot to park on. 2 or 3 other vans or tents were also there each night.

  • Julie M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Zion Hwy 9 Dispersed Camping
    Oct. 31, 2024

    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

  • J A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Single River Site
    Oct. 26, 2024

    Single River Site

    River with a dash of fall trees under the stars

    There’s a cluster of spots for both tents and trailers to post up. The river is beautiful but appears they prefer no access to it. The fence line is down so people go anyways. This place fills up on weekend so if you get there early in day you can pick a prime space. Fire pits are all over and used. We grabbed a spot right next to the bridge and water under the falls colored tree. Stars at night are stunning. It’s quiet but you do hear the occasion car passing by from the nearby road, yet the white noise from the river softens it. October gets around 50 at night so come prepared if you’re tenting. About 20 mins outside of Zion main entrance. The mountains surrounding are beautiful.

  • Astrid R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kolob Road BLM Dispersed Camp #2
    Oct. 23, 2024

    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

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sand Hollow OHV Camp
    Oct. 22, 2024

    Sand Hollow OHV Camp

    Traumhaft!

    Ich habe hier 2 Nächte verbracht. Ich bin alleine unterwegs und ich habe mich noch nie so sicher an einem Ort gefühlt wie hier. Und man hat hier super Internet! (iPhone 13 t-Mobile

  • Emma M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Navajo Rd Dispersed
    Oct. 22, 2024

    BLM Navajo Rd Dispersed

    Pretty views on blm land

    Drive out a few miles past red cliffs reserve till you pass the “your public lands sign” and find pull offs with fire rings. Gorgeous views and we saw no other people but lots of trash/broken glass/shotgun shells. Had to keep our dog on a short leash but worked well for a quick dinner and place to crash for a night

  • Chris P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Creek Dispersed Camping
    Oct. 20, 2024

    North Creek Dispersed Camping

    Dispersed Camping ~20 minutes from Zion NP

    Relatively easy access from N Kolob Terrace Road. Arrived around 6pm and there were numerous sites taken up by longer term residents and fellow campers.

    Most of the sites have ample space and a stone fire pit. 2-4 bars of T-Mobile 5G.

  • Gabe H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dalton Wash Dispersed
    Oct. 11, 2024

    Dalton Wash Dispersed

    Large and hidden

    Long drive from the main hwy with some steep and bumpy roads. A 4x4 will have no trouble regardless of the conditions. Saw a Nissan Altima go the same route, but would’ve gotten stuck if it was rainy.

    Lots of shrubs to hide behind with plenty of fire circles. Drive around until you find an empty spot. Decently quiet. You’ll hear people around when it gets busy.

  • Dickie Simmons  S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from LaVerkin Overlook Road Dispersed
    Oct. 10, 2024

    LaVerkin Overlook Road Dispersed

    Perfect overnight camp before heading into the park

    Location is great for one night. Very close to the entrance of Zion park.

    Road was a bit rutted but can be handled by any medium clearance vehicle. 

    Good cell coverage with Verizon.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kolob Terrace Road
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Kolob Terrace Road

    Excellent desert dispersed camping

    Many spots available. Trees for some shade and a small creek. Stayed on a Wednesday and there was BMX racing at night till 10pm could hear them from our spot but it wasn’t a bother to us.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed

    Spacious & Beautiful

    This is a great spot for easy access to Zion’s west entrance. It isn’t the quietest spot, lots of people pulling in to find spots late into the night, and you can see and hear your neighbors, but that didn’t bother us much personally. Everything is sandy, so be prepared to shake out your bedding before bed. The roads were not rough, just sandy and bumpy. Many spots to choose from, just look for campsite markers or fire pits. You can hear bomb testing from Nevada which was cool to us, but just a heads up.

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from BLM Road #71 Gravel Pit Dispersed - BLM
    Oct. 10, 2024

    BLM Road #71 Gravel Pit Dispersed - BLM

    Closed?

    We drove the ~7 miles on dirt roads to get to the listed coordinates and the vibes were horrible the whole way. We eventually got .2 miles from the listed location and there was a gate that was closed and locked. even if it wasn’t blocked off, i wouldn’t recommend it😅

  • GThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Old 91 Dispersed
    Oct. 9, 2024

    Old 91 Dispersed

    Tight turns getting back to the sites - Big Rigs use caution

    We stayed here for 1 night recently.  The site itself was fine, though there was a bunch of trash all over. Enough room for our 39ft rig and toad.  The road getting back to it was so twisty and tight that we scratched up the side of our rig. On the way out, we laid our outdoor rug on the bushes to keep from scratching again, so it is possible to get back here, but be prepared to work around that obstacle. 

    Also, there is a sign at the entrance warning that the area is used for "rodeo livestock" grazing, and to be cautious around them and not to approach them. We never saw or heard them, but it's something to be aware of.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kolob Road BLM Dispersed Camp #2
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Kolob Road BLM Dispersed Camp #2

    Multiple Spots

    Bunch of options, showed up late in my ford fusion. One side of the road has multiple separate lots hidden a bit and across the road is a large lot where I ended up pulling off into, hidden slightly by brush

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed

    Great place to stay for Zion!

    We camped for two nights (Thurs and Fri) in early October. Attached are some photos from our site as well as a map of the camping area. There are 40ish camp sites along unpaved roads. The main road is unpaved but navigable by most any car. The secondary roads that lead to the individual campsites are a bit more treacherous. Would recommend AWD or at least not a super low car as it will likely bottom out. We did it slowly without issue in our Subaru. The camp sites are big enough for multiple cars or an RV. There are fire pits at each. About 100 yards or so between camp sites. We left our tent setup unattended Thursday day while hiking in Zion and had no issue.

    The drive to the park is about 30-40 minutes, longer depending on how strong your car is. We were averaging about 10mph on the unpaved roads.

    Overall a great place to stay! Beautiful stars, amazing land scape. Quiet and safe place to stay. Will definitely stay here again!

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mt Carmel Old 89 Dispersed Camping
    Oct. 5, 2024

    Mt Carmel Old 89 Dispersed Camping

    Great view

    Easy access onto old 89. We parked in the old gravel pit area. Our sewer sits low on our Lance and had no problem getting in. There is a bit of garbage and stuff dumped over the edges if you look for it. No odour no flies. Nice breeze. Felt safe. Quiet as its buffered from the highway. There were 3 other campers so not alone. Just minutes from Belly of the Dragon and 10 minutes from parking lot turn off to Peekaboo Slot.

  • Haley P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kolob Terrace Road
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Kolob Terrace Road

    Easy and Close to Zion

    It was pretty easy to find even in the dark which is when we rolled in. Pretty popular spot so you are kinda close to other people but is only 25 mins to Zion and plenty of spots. There is a little river that is so nice to go to sleep to and it is very quiet.

  • Haley P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gooseberry Mesa
    Oct. 2, 2024

    Gooseberry Mesa

    So Beautiful!!!

    There are several different camps all with fire pits. It’s bumpy but plenty of level ground to find once you get to the camp sites and the views are so incredible. Follow the coordinates on google maps and it will take you straight to the pull off road.

    It’s about an hour from Zion and 45 minutes from the Coral Sand Dunes and 2hr from the north rim of the Grand Canyon.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kolob Terrace Road Dispersed
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Kolob Terrace Road Dispersed

    Nice quiet camp

    This is a nice quiet camping spot with limited space. The largest spot (at the end of the road) has enough space for a couple of tents and 1-2 vehicles and has a ton of shade. The road is a little rough, but I made it in a stock Subaru Outback. Overall a nice little spot.


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Guide to St. George

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near St. George, Utah, where stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures await. This area offers a variety of options for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without the constraints of traditional campgrounds.

Scenic Views for Dispersed Campers

  • Experience breathtaking panoramas at Gooseberry Mesa, where you can find multiple campsites surrounded by incredible vistas of Zion National Park.
  • The Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed area provides expansive views and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for stargazing and enjoying the natural beauty.
  • For a unique experience, check out Kolob Terrace Road, where you can camp alongside a small creek and enjoy the shade from surrounding trees.

Top Activities While Free Camping Near St. George

Dispersed Campers Should Check Out Hurricane Cliffs BLM

  • The Hurricane Cliffs BLM Dispersed sites 40-48 offer a variety of spots, making it easy to find a secluded area to set up camp.
  • This area is known for its accessibility, with well-maintained roads suitable for most vehicles, as noted by visitors who have successfully navigated it in standard SUVs.
  • Campers appreciate the proximity to Zion National Park, allowing for quick trips to explore the park's stunning landscapes while enjoying the tranquility of dispersed camping.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near St. George, UT?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near St. George, UT is Kolob Terrace Road Dispersed with a 4-star rating from 37 reviews.

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