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    Fish Lake National Forest offers several dispersed camping options near Sigurd, Utah. Located off I-70, these sites provide free camping with minimal amenities. Most areas feature established fire rings but no water, toilets, or trash service. The access roads are generally well-maintained gravel, though some routes have washboard sections that can be challenging for low-clearance vehicles.

    Mountain Mecca provides camping in a scenic area with established fire pits, suitable primarily for tent camping. A recent visitor noted, "Beautiful scenery just outside of town. Very easy to access for most. I did see an RV camping but it had to be a bit more difficult for them." For those seeking more remote options, Black Flat Cua Dispersed camping area sits approximately 27 miles northeast of Loa, requiring navigation along forest roads. Koosharem Reservoir offers waterfront boondocking with access to public restrooms. The Glenwood Hills area provides a large, open flat area with easy access to mountain biking and dirt bike trails.

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      1. Fish Lake National Forest

      4.8(8)13mi from SigurdTents

      "Google strikes again and had me exit and drive 11 miles on a dirt road with carved out tunnels, I70 underpasses and a steep climb. Overall not a terrible drive but would prefer a shorter drive."

      "This was our first time boondocking and this spot did not disappoint! It’s convenient to I-70 but feels very remote. We passed one other camper on the way in."

      2. Mountain Mecca

      4.0(5)9mi from SigurdRVs, Tents

      "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."

      "Beautiful scenery and just right outside of town. Very easy to access for most. I did see an RV camping but it had to be a bit more difficult for them."

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      3. Glenwood Hills Dispersed

      2.0(1)5mi from SigurdRVs, Tents

      4. Big Lake Cua Dispersed

      4.0(2)14mi from Sigurd

      "Big lake and deep lake are so much fun. Camping here is my all time favorite. Fish, salamanders, cougars, and plenty of elk all over make it a wonderful place to camp."

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      5. Koosharem Reservoir

      4.6(5)19mi from SigurdRVs, Tents

      "We are in a camper van."

      "Easy access on a gravel road. Public restroom was clean."

      6. Meadow Hot Springs

      4.6(15)29mi from Sigurd

      "This private property is stunning, and an absolute hidden gem."

      "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!"

      7. Salina Reservoir Cua Dispersed

      5.0(1)18mi from Sigurd

      8. Fillmore Wildlife Management Area

      4.0(6)25mi from SigurdRVs, Tents

      "I stayed here for the full 14 days, experiencing both good and bad weather; I still recommend it. Road Quality
      Average."

      "Just few miles away from the interstate. Closer sites can hear some traffic. We went down a little ways and didn’t hear the road. Road would be awful if it rains- be aware!"

      9. Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed

      4.8(55)50mi from SigurdRVs, Tents

      "We spent a week along Beas Lewis Flat Road just outside of Torrey, to explore Capitol Reef National Park. This is free BLM dispersed camping with a 14-day stay limit, no sites or services provided."

      "Easy drive in, wide, dirt roads. Must be at least a hundred different sites."

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      10. Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping

      4.4(56)49mi from SigurdRVs, Tents

      "We had not dabbled into BLM (Bureau of Land Management) camping before, but this experience would encourage us to utilize it throughout the rest of our year-long trip to the national parks."

      "We were not planning on going to Capitol Reef on our Utah trip but we got some unexpected snow at Canyonlands so we headed out early. So glad we made the trip!"

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    • SwitchbackKids
      Jun. 26, 2017

      Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping

      Free and easy access to Capitol Reef National Park!

      After visiting two very popular Utah parks -- Zion and Bryce Canyon -- Capitol Reef was a breath of fresh air. And one of our favorite parts about visiting this park is that it was almost totally free!

      When we arrived at the visitor center, they informed us that their only developed campground, Fruita Campground (first-come-first-served only, not reservable) was full for the night, and rangers were ready with a handout full of alternative camping areas. We had not dabbled into BLM (Bureau of Land Management) camping before, but this experience would encourage us to utilize it throughout the rest of our year-long trip to the national parks.

      This “campground” is located about a mile outside of the national park, which allows great access to everything inside Capitol Reef. Usually free camping like this is harder to discover, but this pull-off is just off the road.

      Benefits of camping in BLM land include the cost (free!), solitude (you can be as far away from people as you’d like), and easy access to the national park (in fact, most national parks are surrounded with National Forest Service or BLM land!). Downsides, of course, include the lack of amenities, the sometimes uninspiring scenery, and the feeling of uneasiness (can I really just camp here? For free?)

      Capitol Reef’s BLM camping is plentiful, but this site was definitely the best. We were able to drive up on a high ridge of the pull-out area that the RVs could not easily access, so we felt alone and watched the gorgeous sunsets from our campsite each night.

      During our five days in the park, we had some favorite activities: backpacking in Upper Muley Creek, hiking to Cassidy Arch, picking and eating fruit right off the trees in the historic orchards, hiking the tough Navajo Knobs trail, and, most of all, the Sulphur Creek trail through a narrow beautiful creek with three waterfalls to climb down.

      You can read much more about our four days in the park on our blog: Switchback Kids (Capitol Reef)

    • EThe Dyrt PRO User
      May. 21, 2026

      Road 1280 East of Torrey Utah

      Quiet with views & stars

      Fantastic dispersed camping area with stunning g views of the surrounding red rock formations and dark skies for star gazing. There is tons of space, especially the further back you drive. Camper van without high clearance had no trouble.

    • Marc G.The Dyrt PRO User
      May. 26, 2021

      Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed

      Beautiful boondocking between Torrey and Capitol Reef NP

      We spent a week along Beas Lewis Flat Road just outside of Torrey, to explore Capitol Reef National Park. This is free BLM dispersed camping with a 14-day stay limit, no sites or services provided. The first camping areas off of UT-24 get crazy busy, to the point that it looked more like a crowded RV park than a peaceful boondocking area; however, make a right just past the cattle grate and you can go several miles back in, in search of solitude. Just after making that right there's a small dry wash to cross that requires some clearance and decent approach/departure angles, but other than that the condition of the road is superb. Views stretch to the red rock cliffs north of UT-24 from Torrey to the National Park, including Capitol Reef itself and the Henry Mountains beyond. Cell service was solid on both Verizon and AT&T, and we had no issues working on VPN from our location or streaming HD video. There's a small general store in Torrey with a few staples and even a laundry available, but the nearest small-town supermarket is in Loa, 18 miles west of Torrey. We found the prices there to be reasonable given the location. You may get water and dump at the Fruita Campground inside the National Park for $5.
      Watch our full-length video on both the camping and the National Park: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=296k\_D3AZIE

    • Megan B.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 17, 2025

      Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed

      Easy drive in dispersed camping

      Easy drive in, wide, dirt roads. Must be at least a hundred different sites. Some are group sites with multiple fire pits all close together and there are several other roads leading to many other spots. Not much shading due to the short trees and shrubbery. Temps when I stayed were 60⁰s during the day and low 20⁰s at night. No dumping, no connections, this is off grid camping/boondocking.

    • Shay F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 12, 2019

      Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping

      Free camping, beautiful scenery. Is this heaven?

      We were not planning on going to Capitol Reef on our Utah trip but we got some unexpected snow at Canyonlands so we headed out early. So glad we made the trip! Capitol Reef had lots of wildlife like Deer and Bighorn Sheep and petroglyphs that were really cool to hike to and see.

      Along with the petroglyphs, there is the historic hike to the site of the Pioneer Register.  Mormon pioneers signed their names on the cliff walls as they were traveling though.  Some signatures are over 125 years old. https://utahsadventurefamily.com/pioneer-register-hike-capitol-reef/ does a nice description. 

      Me made a stop at Goblin Valley State Park so we arrived to Capitol Reef a bit later than we would have liked. All the standard campgrounds were full but the ranger at the visitor center told us to head out of the park towards the town of Torrey and almost immediately on our right there was free BLM camping land.

      Totally free, no amenities, but what a beautiful night!! It was cold! But so quiet even though we had many neighbors on their own Utah adventures. Our neighbors were a single girl in a truck and cab over camper from Alaska, and a couple in a blue school bus. Quite the assortment. Obviously, a variety of vehicles will make it our there.

      No toilet, leave no trace, no fires. Totally a park, sleep, and go spot. There is so much to see and do in Utah, that is ok by me! We woke up, drove into Torrey, picked up a cup of coffee, and started hiking down Capitol Gulch with no one else around.

    • Chenoa E.The Dyrt PRO User
      Apr. 10, 2026

      Fillmore Wildlife Management Area

      Excellent Spot

      Personally, this is one of my favorite spots and an awesome spot at that. The views are incredible and excellent for photography or for simply admiring. I stayed here for the full 14 days, experiencing both good and bad weather; I still recommend it.

      Road Quality
      Average. Gravel/dirt road with some potholes and ruts; an everyday vehicle could get down the road with care. It's a single-lane road, not a lot of through traffic, except campers. Roads can get soft with rain or snow, especially the potholes and ruts. Be careful and keep an eye on the weather.

      Site Quality
      Average. Campsites appear to be level for the most part; they have fire rings, they’re a good distance away from one another, and they appear to be large enough to fit two, maybe three bus-sized RVs. Sites are mainly dirt and grass; ground can get soft with rain or snow. Be careful and keep an eye on the weather. 

      View Quality 
      Excellent. Snow-capped mountains surround you, with excellent sunrises and sunsets and amazing night skies when they're clear. Plenty of birdwatching and perhaps other wildlife if you're lucky! 

      Noise Quality 
      Depends. The campsites closer to the entrance will hear the highway, but it’s mostly white noise for those who do not mind. I imagine the further you go back, the less you’ll hear the highway. The occasional plane or helicopter will fly by at a low altitude. Lots of birds; you’ll mostly hear them in the mornings and evenings. Neighbors have been friendly and respectful, making little to no noise. Besides the highway, aircraft, and birds, it's a quiet spot. 

      Internet Quality 
      Excellent. Full bars on LTE. Although I imagine the further you go back, away from the highway, the fewer bars you’ll get.

    • Josh G.
      Jun. 23, 2021

      Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed

      Great spot on BLM lands

      This is a not so hidden gem of a camping spot for you and your family. Miles of trails leading to sites. Many very dispersed. Obviously no hookups but some of the beat views, sun rises, sun sets in or around Capitol Reef. Plus the lack of crowds made this very enjoyable. With a pass like America the beautiful, you may stay for 14 days. Enjoy!

    • Evan
      Apr. 20, 2022

      Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping

      Nice spot, a tad crowded

      Camped here while doing some hiking in the park, can’t beat how close it is. it’s a decent spot, not exactly the prettiest, but lots of sites though. There’s also a nice little hike (cooks mesa) that’s trailhead is nearby.

      I was here during easter weekend so there were a dozen RVs and a group of somewhat noisy car campers, but maybe it’d be more peaceful another time.

      The area is literally right off the road, however the dirt road that goes through it is a bit rugged so i’d be careful without high clearance/awd, should be okay though.

      Free, but no bathrooms so bring a trowel and some tp ;)

    • Richard M.
      May. 21, 2025

      Capitol Reef Dispersed Camping

      Awesome scenery

      Cool dispersed spot with great views. There’s a canyon that you can park pretty close to the edge. Some spots probably need 4x4 with decent clearance, but most are accessible if you drive slow. Also, the ground is solid rock and it can be windy, so tents might have a rough time. Perfect for car camping and vans. No water/trash/bathrooms, fully dispersed.

    Guide to Sigurd

    Dispersed camping near Sigurd, Utah offers access to the Fish Lake-Fishlake Mountains ecosystem at elevations between 7,000-10,000 feet. The area experiences warm summer days with cool nights and potential for afternoon thunderstorms during monsoon season. Most sites sit on high desert terrain with juniper and sagebrush, while higher elevation camps feature aspen groves and pine forests.

    What to do

    Soak in natural hot springs: Meadow Hot Springs provides three natural pools in an open field setting. A camper noted, "3 pools total, but only one just above warm temperature. Each pool also has fish, which is a sight to be seen."

    Explore mountain biking trails: The terrain around Mountain Mecca offers excellent mountain biking opportunities. One visitor mentioned, "Went up a little further past the first spots and found a nice big private spot in the trees. Lots of mountain bikers and cool exploring to do around the area."

    Fishing access: Several water bodies near Sigurd provide fishing opportunities. At Big Lake Cua Dispersed, a camper shared, "Fish, salamanders, cougars, and plenty of elk all over make it a wonderful place to camp."

    What campers like

    Convenient highway access: Fish Lake National Forest sites provide easy access from major routes. A camper reported, "Close off I70, a little washboard on lower road. I passed several occupied sites but found a gorgeous pull through with beautiful views. Minor I70 noise, had cell service- T-Mobile."

    Privacy between sites: Many dispersed areas offer ample space between camping spots. At Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed, campers appreciate the "Spacious spots, away from other sites, and stunning view. Close to gas and restaurants and Capital Reef."

    Cell service availability: Surprisingly good connectivity exists at many sites. One camper at Beas Lewis noted, "A really great and quiet place. Easy access but can be muddy after rain or snow days! Great cell service I was in 5G 2 bars so a really good connection."

    What you should know

    Road conditions vary significantly: Access roads range from easily passable to challenging. At Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping, a camper cautioned, "Go slow or you'll miss the entrance, it's not marked. Entrance and exit have rocks you need to navigate around but don't let that worry you."

    Weather considerations: The high desert environment can bring extreme conditions. At Beas Lewis Flat, a camper warned, "This is a great spot not far at all from the Park. You're up on a beautiful bluff but we won't stay again due to relentless wind."

    Pack out trash: Many areas have no waste facilities. A visitor to Black Flat noted, "This is a first come first serve camp area and there is no picnic tables and few out houses so please pack out your garbage and keep this area beautiful."

    Tips for camping with families

    Check for facilities: Some areas offer minimal amenities that help with family camping. At Koosharem Reservoir, a camper mentioned, "Perfect place for an evening stop over. Easy access on a gravel road. Public restroom was clean."

    Consider terrain for tent placement: Wind exposure varies by location. A visitor to Glenwood Hills described it as a "Large, open, flat area with easy access. Trailhead for mountain biking and dirt bike trails."

    Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children often enjoy seeing animals in their natural habitat. At Big Lake, one camper shared their experience: "Big lake and deep lake are so much fun. Camping here is my all time favorite."

    Tips from RVers

    High clearance assessment: Many sites require careful vehicle consideration. A Mountain Mecca visitor advised, "Drove up in an RV and needed higher clearance. Beautiful but couldn't get up the road."

    Avoid driving in after rain: Some areas become problematic when wet. A camper at Meadow Hot Springs noted, "The road to the hot tubs is very bumpy and mudy after a rain, better walk in."

    Find level sites: Not all areas offer naturally level parking. A visitor to Beas Lewis Flat recommended, "Awesome sites, not all are level but you have to look for the flat ones. Stunning views. It's also 12 minutes from capitol reef."

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