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Horse Canyon Road, a dispersed open area near Sunnyside, offers free primitive camping with multiple fire rings across a spacious BLM land setting where pets are welcome. The area provides numerous secluded spots approximately one mile down from the highway rest area, with several pull-offs suitable for various camping setups. Many campsites are found by continuing past the map marker and driving toward the canyon for elevated positions with 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape. The sites feature existing fire rings and relatively flat terrain for easy setup, though visitors should be prepared for occasional broken glass and trash in some areas.
Campers traveling with dogs appreciate the quiet environment and open space for pets to explore, though leashes are recommended due to potential wildlife encounters and lack of boundaries between sites. CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite represents another free pet-friendly option in the region, where surrounding shrubbery offers a natural wind break for campers and their animals. For those seeking established facilities, Nine Mile Canyon Ranch welcomes pets at their tent sites, RV spaces, and historic cabins. The ranch provides clean restrooms, showers for $3, potable water, and serves as an excellent base camp for exploring the surrounding canyon areas with dogs. Weather conditions vary significantly throughout the seasons, so travelers should monitor temperatures when camping with pets in this high desert environment.
"To get to this BLM dispersed camping area you just take the "Rest Area" exit from Highway 6 onto Horse Canyon Road. The area we found to camp was about a mile or so down the road on the right side."
"I stopped in here late one night while traveling, and the location is quiet, not hard to find, and has ample area to be away from anyone else."
"We chose this area as a central location to Moab, Provo and SLC! Nice scenic drives to all of those places from camp and did not feel too far out. Campground was clean and well kept."
"If there was one Con, it was that the dog park/run area was muddy. Looks like they are watering the area to maybe get more grass to grow."
from $25 - $150 / night
Check Availability"We were next to a stream on the other side of a fence. Deer came to visit."
"Nine Mile Ranch is a great campground outside of Wellington, UT and a good base camp to check out Nine Mile Canyon. They have historic cabins they have used for camping cabins, RV and tent sites."
"There are plenty of trees around for firewood, the top 2 to 4 inches of topsoil are soft, which is nice for leveling out your camping in."
"It’s right off the highway so be prepared for hearing cars all night, but it wasn’t too bad."
"Still under construction, but when finished it will be a very nice and convenient park between Salt Lake to Moab. They only have two rows open at this time but offered a discount to our stay."
from $44 - $79 / night
Check Availability"Was driving from SW Washington to Moab. Needed an overnight and left late after baseball games. Reserved a spot at Mountain Home RV. GPS guided me right in to Mountain View RV. After hours."
"Smooth dirt road leads to a string of unimproved sites tucked into cliff alcoves or willow clearings towards the river. Complete silence was heavenly and the views tantalizing."
"Falling asleep to the gentle sounds of the nearby river was heavenly, and waking up to its peaceful flow was such a treat."
"But there are a few larger 5th wheel trails here. Michelle and her husband are very friendly and easy to talk with. Was open by her parents I think she said in 1956. She grew up here. Now runs it."
"A small, cute state park in Green River Utah. Boat access to the Green River. Hemmed in on all sides by a private golf course. There are 40 spaces and a group site."
"I like this campsite because it is centrally located to a few fun things. It is about 45 min from both Goblin Valley and Moab."
from $45 - $150 / night
Check Availability"There is just one in the spot but I saw more while riding the trails."
RangerStayed here for a night after a long drive. We wanted to take showers and not have to search for a site. Hot showers, nice staff, dog park. Close to the highway and we backed right up to a motel 6 that was very busy all night. Dogs not allowed at tent sites, but luckily they made a last minute exception for us at the very end tent site.
GuideSome trees but lots of dirt and no grassy areas. Spaces were nicely distanced for the price ($59 a night for pull-thru FH). They do have a leash less dog park and very reasonably priced laundry.
LegendAfter our water getting turned on in our trailer by mistake while driving, this site came as a relief. It was just plain EASY. Clean site, full hook ups. It gave us an opportunity to dry things out, have full power etc. They had a dog park. Store, Fuel and food.
A plane flew in 100 yards from our site, the freeway was adjacent, trucks rumbling AND a train track! Ha ha! But honestly, it was easy to get a good nights sleep, even so.
RangerNice place. Laundry on site which was the biggest draw. Can’t find a laundromat in 100 miles of here lol. Reasonable prices. Clean. Has a fenced in dog park. Not many trees and dusty/sandy but I guess that comes with the area.
ScoutThis KOA was easy to find right off the highway. Office was closed when we arrived but we had a reservation and all the info was waiting for us at the door. Sites are big, clean, all gravel with a picnic table and patio. Clean dog park area. Showers and restrooms appear to be new, clean, roomy, and are individual gender neutral. Only downside is there is limited to no shade which is why the 4 stars.
GuideWe picked this stop on our way to Salt Lake City. Clean, friendly and lots of space. They have increased the area, so I would ask for one of the older sites. They have trees and some shade. The new area is pretty barren. They do have a nice dog park, but large gravel and I have small dogs. Clean bathrooms and showers. I did not use the shower, but my husband did. Her said that he had trouble getting hot water. We are traveling in a class C
RangerWe chose this area as a central location to Moab, Provo and SLC! Nice scenic drives to all of those places from camp and did not feel too far out. Campground was clean and well kept. Staff is very nice and helpful. It will be beautiful in a few years with the landscaping investment they have made. Plenty of individual showers. I recommend the ones at office building, they are bigger. Laundry facilities great. Huge plus is dish washing sink with hot water. It is always nice to not have to wash dishes in camper. Dog park, playground and splash pad. My only caution is that it is between Highway and railroad tracks so if you are noise sensitive be aware. We didn’t notice any major noise and slept very comfortably with the nice flowing River behind us. Helper is cute town to explore.
ScoutWe love going to this Park in Castle Dale. Castle Dale has so much to offer us because we have 3 kids and there is so much to do in the area. Our kids are 9, 7 and 3 1/2 so it makes things very convenient and easy for us to go there and we can rent ATV's locally as well and there is a lot of close by site seeing.
The park has a new owner and they have been consistently improving the parks. We were there about a month ago and they just opened up the laundry facility and club house, I hear they are going to add a dog park , provide propane sales and even have charging stations for EVs. Love that they are making these improvements shows that they really care
ScoutCalled a few days ago for reservation, was very easy and a friendly voice on the phone. Same voice checked me in with a wonderful story of rescued cats as I'm traveling with my two cats. Found my site was perfect for my tent and my truck is right next to it. Lots of amenities, ready access to the Green River and tons more sight seeing. Come make this your launching pad for Utah's beauty
Horse Canyon Road offers primitive camping on BLM land approximately one mile from Highway 6 rest area. Most sites feature existing fire rings and relatively flat terrain suitable for various camping setups. The area attracts visitors seeking dispersed camping with minimal facilities in a high desert environment. Several secluded spots can be found by driving past the main area toward the canyon, providing elevated positions with panoramic views.
Explore Nine Mile Canyon: Visit Nine Mile Canyon Ranch as a base for canyon exploration. "We really like this site though it's been a couple of years since we've been there. Very friendly and helpful staff. They'll tell you some of the coolest place to see some graneries hidden up in the rocks built by the indigenous people," reports Semi H.
Stargazing opportunities: The Little Grand Canyon area provides exceptional night sky viewing with minimal light pollution. "This is an amazing place and you will never see a more beautiful night sky," notes Jason after camping at Little Grand Canyon.
River activities: The Green River offers accessible water recreation. "Walk to the Green River to fish, kayak, or canoe. This state park also has a full fledged, beautiful golf course," writes Chris K. about Green River State Park.
Mountain biking: Several trails around the region provide opportunities for riders. "After two days of camping and biking here we took Buckhorn Draw Road down to I-70 and then Temple Mountain to Goblin Valley. Very scenic drive. National Park quality stuff," shares a visitor to Little Grand Canyon.
Secluded camping spots: Horse Canyon Road - Dispersed Open Area provides isolation from crowds. "This site is pretty sweet! Right off the main road. There are sites closer to the road but I went a bit further to get away from the noise. I didn't see a single other person once I got to my site," reports Seanna M.
Scenic camping areas: The canyon rim locations offer remarkable views. "I kept driving past the map dot and further toward the canyon and as elevation increases, you get a 360 view of the valley below—it's incredible," writes Blair S. about Horse Canyon Road.
Convenient overnight stops: Several areas serve as practical stopover points. "We got tired on the way to Moab, so I found Horse Canyon Road on this app and it looked good for dry camping! Turn into the Horse Canyon Rd rest stop area and just keep driving until you find your type of spot," explains Aubrey S.
Seasonal weather variation: Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable camping temperatures. "Mid-January was perfect for me as I like the colder weather and the gorgeous colors of the clay and white snow," notes Anthony D. about winter camping at Little Grand Canyon Dispersed Camping.
Weather challenges: The region experiences extreme conditions. "Our first night was a tough one. We got caught in a severe wind storm but everything held together and besides a lack of sleep, we all survived. The next few days were awesome," shares Jason about camping at Little Grand Canyon.
Road conditions: Access varies by vehicle type. "Sedans use caution, as the dirt trails to the camp sites are not the greatest," advises Taylor S. regarding CO2 Road Dispersed Campsite.
Insect activity: Seasonal bug problems can affect camping comfort. "Not sure if it's the time of year but we were swarmed with gnats all around us and our rig. It was however a quiet and scenic easy pull off from the highway," writes Tanner S. about Horse Canyon Road.
Limited facilities: Most dispersed sites lack amenities. "Dispersed camp spots, some REALLY primo ones on edge of canyon with dramatic views. Juniper trees create some privacy between spots. Pit toilets are new and nice. No water or tables. Many built up stone fire rings," explains Flo B. about Little Grand Canyon.
Safety precautions: Identify hazards before setting up camp. "Very secluded with half decent dirt/sand roads, just watch where you drive with some larger rocks and broken glass," warns Tanner S. about Horse Canyon Road.
Pet-friendly considerations: Castle Gate RV Park welcomes families traveling with pets. "Beautiful RV Park!! Friendly service! Escorted to our Site# 201 which backed up to the Price River. Site was super level for us. Great space between neighbors on our side of the park," shares Jody J.
Access to water features: Rivers provide recreation for children. "We enjoyed riding bike riding within the campground, hiking the trail along the river and playing in the river," writes Ashley M. about Green River State Park Campground.
Scenic camping with facilities: Some campgrounds offer both views and basic amenities. "Smooth dirt road leads to a string of unimproved sites tucked into cliff alcoves or willow clearings towards the river. Complete silence was heavenly and the views tantalizing," notes Noel C. about Woodside Lower Price River Road Dispersed.
Site selection: Choose established areas for larger vehicles. "We stayed in a campground spot with grass, fire pit and a kind of splintery picnic table. We had the area to ourselves. We were next to a stream on the other side of a fence," shares Flo B. about Nine Mile Canyon Ranch.
Overnight convenience: Several locations work well for one-night stays. "This is a decent spot if you just want to get off the highway for the night. Plenty of spots to pull off of the paved road to camp," notes Taylor S. about CO2 Road.
Hookup availability: Nine Mile RV Resort offers full services. "Still under construction, but when finished it will be a very nice and convenient park between Salt Lake to Moab. They only have two rows open at this time but offered a discount to our stay. The sites are very level with full hook ups and great wifi," reports Rose J.
Cell service: Connectivity varies by location. "2 bars of at&t cell service!" notes Blair S. about Horse Canyon Road, while Lucie H. mentions "Nice place with good signal and fire rings. Great sky of stars. We were alone."
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