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Best Dispersed Camping near Torrey, UT

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Several miles from Torrey, Utah, dispersed camping spots give you direct access to Capitol Reef National Park's iconic landscapes. The primitive sites near the park have no facilities but put you right among the red rock formations that make this area famous. Since these are undeveloped camping areas, you'll need to follow Leave No Trace practices and bring everything out that you bring in. Some of the better spots require high-clearance vehicles as the roads can get rough, especially after rain. Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed camping area sits just outside town and tends to be quieter, with good views of the surrounding cliffs. Keep in mind that camping on these public lands comes with a 14-day limit. Check for fire bans before your trip as they're common during dry months. You'll need to be completely self-sufficient with your own water, as the nearest supplies are back in Torrey, about 5-10 miles away depending on which dispersed area you choose.

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Torrey, Utah (104)

    1. Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping

    50 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 425-3791

    "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!"

    2. Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed

    45 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 896-1500

    "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."

    3. Route 24 Dispersed Camping - Capitol Reef

    24 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 836-2800

    "Just to let folks know, this is not a BLM site. BLM sites have a pay station right when you pull into the campground."

    "Most spots are obvious with back in or pull through parking, but other areas are more open and just up for the taking."

    4. Overlook Point Dispersed Site

    10 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 896-1500

    "Very quiet and right off the highway. Plenty of spots mostly level. Can be very windy. Good t-mobile coverage"

    "Got firewood from the gas station about 2 minutes away. Lots of spots to choose from with amazing views!! Plenty of room to spread out with trees for a little privacy."

    5. Capitol Reef Dispersed Camping

    7 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 896-1500

    "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."

    "If you follow the road to the GPS spot you have to travel through a gate and a corner of private land to continue onto BLM land. You can access from the other side but ut will take a while."

    6. Cooks Mesa Trailhead Dispersed

    5 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 836-2800

    "If you’re someone who hasn’t upgraded to 4x4 yet, you won’t have issues accessing this site. Can’t speak for spots not directly in the entrance."

    "We stayed 2 nights due to its proximity to town and capitol reef NP. The trailhead is right there, so it’s perfect! Probably 10-15 sites if you look around and get deep towards the hills."

    7. Road 1280 East of Torrey Utah

    2 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 896-1500

    "This side of the BLM land is just south of the two when you enter the dispersed area."

    "But quiet and safe. Gorgeous sunrise and sunset"

    8. Sand Creek Road Dispersed

    3 Reviews
    Torrey, UT
    1 mile
    Website

    "Stayed right next to the reservoir. Easily accessible with a low clearance vehicle. Parked right next to the trail (hiking/OHV). Beautiful views and lots of birds."

    "Found this little site right after I stopped at the General Store in Torrey. Several sites mostly flat with fire rings. No one here but me."

    9. 1280 Beas Lewis Flat Road, Torrey

    1 Review
    Torrey, UT
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 644-1200

    "This site located between Capital Reef NP and Torrey Utah is large and welcoming. Diverse rigs can be accommodated with reasonable privacy. Ridge views and protected valley locations."

    10. Gully Overlook Dispersed

    1 Review
    Torrey, UT
    2 miles
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  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 3, 2022

    East Dispersed Area — Goblin Valley State Park

    Beautiful Area

    It costs $35 to camp in the State Park or $20 entrance fee, but there are so many dispersed spots in the BLM area right outside the state park boundaries. 

    Before you turn onto the road to take you to the state park there are several wide open flat areas to stay in. This area is pretty busy with boondockers but we found a secluded spot 1/2 mile from the Wild Horse trail head at 38.5815894,-110.7954139. There are several spots that are reachable by RV, but further back you’ll need high clearance and possible 4x4. 

    The dirt roads off the main road close to the state park are very rutted and washed out. The roads were doable in our 26’ class C but not really worth it when there are so many other easier options. 

    There is no water here and no trash service so pack in and pack out including your digested food.:) 

    There are pit toilets at the Wild Horse Trailhead, and there appeared to be some overnight campers at the trailhead as well. 

    No cell service from any carrier, and our cell booster did not help.

  • 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)

  • 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

  • Will M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 11, 2021

    Hole in the Rock Road Dispersed at Utah 24

    Basic but free with cell phone signal

    So this is the dispersed camping area in a beautiful location. It is only about a quarter of a mile off Utah 24 on hole in the rock road. There's no water there no pit toilets there are no fire rings there are no picnic tables. But it's free. And there's a cell phone signal.

  • Pat S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 13, 2020

    Temple Mt. Rd. Dispersed

    Dispersed campimg along Temple Mt. Rd

    This is a cool wilderness area. It is state land in between BLM land.  This is an area between the Temple Mt. Campground East and the Temple Mt Campground a few miles NW. We reconned up and down Temple Mt rd. and the campgrounds. The dispersed camping seemed to be the best option for us. The two CG's in the area do have pit toilets but that seems to be the only plus. The East CG is super open and seemed like a staging area. The other CG had some ruins but was also open with no cover. We found a little space on the northeast side of the road back in a canyon that was nice. Only bad thing were the gnats. Last part of May and early part of June apparently is a bad time for gnats in the Utah desert.  

    There are quite a few spots on either side of the road that are kind of established with fire rings made from rock that people have put together. You can scramble over the rocks and hike through the washes. Some attractions near by are the pictograph panel, Temple Mt. ,Wild Horse Window, and Goblin Valley SP. There are also antelope in the area. This is a good place to stage out of if you can't get a spot in the Goblin Valley CG.  Remember there is no trash bins so pack it in and pack it out. Bury your poop.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • T
    May. 1, 2022

    Hole in the Rock Road Dispersed at Utah 24

    Very Big Rig Friendly

    Super convenient with easy access off Route 12. Lots of level, open spaces short distance from entrance. Great basic dispersed camping in a 34 ft Class A motorhome with towed vehicle. Had decent cell service with AT&T. There are, of course no amenities or even pit toilets, although there are two dumpsters for trash and the town of Escalante is nearby with groceries and other necessities. Would absolutely stay here again. Also- if you have a smaller vehicle that you can take down the main dirt road (washboarded, but otherwise not bad) you can get to several good hikes. We really enjoyed the Zebra slot canyon (gets VERY narrow) and also the tunnel. Amazing lighting near midday as the sun is directly overhead. Both are moderately strenuous hikes. Bring plenty of water.

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 20, 2023

    Goblin Valley Lower Wildhorse Dispersed Camp

    Easy access dispersed area

    This area is accessed by 4 double track dirt roads on right as you pass the new but uncompleted sign for the expanded Goblin Valley St Park. This area used to be BLM dispersed camping but was made part of goblin a year or so ago. Goblin still allows free dispersed on these sites as of 9.2023 but that could change in future? These two track roads go to the trailhead signs for Wildhorse Window and Wildhorse Canyon hikes. Nice level sites with good views but no shade and exposed to winds. Cell signal is dependent on line of sight to Hanksville cell tower. Goblin entrance station has wifi and a water stand pipe they let dispersed campers use. No garbage dumpsters unless you pay to access goblin park at $20 vehicle.

    There is also more free dispersed past the Goblin entrance station going out to Little Wildhorse slot canyon, but those areas have longer very rough access roads to get to camp sites and would likely be a problem with loose sand in spots or mud if wet. Plus no cell since on lee side of big Mesa feature.

    Note the two BLM developed fee CGs on Temple wash do not have water or trash.

Guide to Torrey

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

Scenic Views for Dispersed Campers

Top Activities While Free Camping Near Torrey

  • Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the trails accessible from the Route 24 Dispersed Camping - Capitol Reef, where you can explore the rugged terrain and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
  • For those interested in off-roading, the Cooks Mesa Trailhead Dispersed offers nearby trails that cater to adventurous spirits looking to explore the backcountry.
  • Wildlife watchers will find plenty of opportunities at Sand Creek Road Dispersed, where you might catch glimpses of local fauna while enjoying the serene environment.

Tips for Free and Dispersed Camping Near Torrey, Utah

  • Be prepared for limited facilities; many sites like Capitol Reef Dispersed Camping do not offer restrooms or water, so plan accordingly.
  • Arrive early to secure a good spot, especially at popular locations like Lower Browns Reservoir, where space can fill up quickly during peak seasons.
  • Keep an eye on the weather, as some areas, such as Fremont Granary Site, can be windy and exposed, making it essential to choose your camping gear wisely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find dispersed camping near Torrey, Utah?

One of the most popular dispersed camping areas near Torrey is Beas Lewis Flat Dispersed, located just outside town. This area offers numerous sites along a dirt road with a 14-day stay limit. The first areas off UT-24 get busy, but driving further in reveals more secluded spots. Another option is Hole in the Rock Road Dispersed at Utah 24, which is conveniently located about a quarter mile off Utah 24 with level spaces suitable for large RVs. Both locations provide excellent access to Capitol Reef National Park while offering the freedom of dispersed camping with no facilities or fees.

What are the BLM camping options near Capitol Reef National Park?

BLM land surrounding Capitol Reef offers multiple dispersed camping options. Capitol Reef National Park Dispersed Camping provides a free alternative to the park's developed campground. These areas have become popular for visitors looking to explore the park without paying for accommodations. Haycock Ranch Road BLM is another excellent option with spread-out sites and minimal neighbors, making it ideal for those seeking solitude. This area offers good Verizon cell service and serves as a central location for exploring multiple parks in the region. All BLM sites in the area typically have a 14-day stay limit with no facilities, so come prepared with all supplies.

Are there any free camping sites available in Torrey, Utah?

Yes, Torrey is surrounded by free camping options on public lands. Temple Mt. Rd. Dispersed offers free wilderness camping on state land between BLM areas, often providing a better experience than nearby established campgrounds. Another free option is Road 1280 East of Torrey Utah, which accommodates large RVs and provides convenient access to Capitol Reef National Park. Most dispersed sites around Torrey follow standard BLM rules: 14-day maximum stays, pack in/pack out trash policy, and no provided facilities like water or toilets. Always practice Leave No Trace principles and be prepared with all necessary supplies when utilizing these free camping areas.

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