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North Wash - Dispersed Area

North Wash - Dispersed Area is located in Utah, featuring rocky terrain with sparse vegetation. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s Fahrenheit during summer to lows in the 20s during winter. Nearby attractions include the scenic Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and the natural beauty of Capitol Reef National Park.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

State Route 95, Utahs Bicentennial Highway, runs through North Wash toward the northern end of Lake Powell. Aside form the highway traffic, the most likely reason most folks visit North Wash is to climb, hike, and canyoneer. The highway offers very easy access to some of the most popular and extraordinary techincal canyon adventures. From the "Irish Canyons" to the "Hog Canyons", there are canyons here for all levels of experience. While there is a restroom at Hog Springs Picnic Area, no other facilities are developed in North Wash. There is plenty to see and do in North Wash, but if you feel like reaching out, North Wash is also centrally located and a short drive from other popular hiking areas such as Poison Spring, Trachyte, Maidenwater, and Trail Canyons.

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Location

North Wash - Dispersed Area is located in Utah

Detail location of campground

Directions

28 miles south of Hanksville on State Route 95

Coordinates

38.01763692 N
110.5338234 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Dispersed

Features

For Campers

  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Nov. 3, 2021

Same location as North Wash

I originally posted this location but because I didn't have a cell phone connection I wasn't able to locate it very accurately. If you look at the north wash campground and review it is the same place. Thus I'm not going to post any additional information here.

Reviewed Nov. 3, 2021

Basic, but well located

For a pit toilet you need to drive a mile or two to the rest area going towards Hite Marina. They're also is no water at the campground. However the campground is right on the highway and there are several nice slot canyons close by. And I mean some are less than a mile.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the elevation of North Wash - Dispersed Area?

    North Wash - Dispersed Area is located at 4441 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at North Wash - Dispersed Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at North Wash - Dispersed Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at North Wash - Dispersed Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is poor.