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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
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.
Location
North Wash - Dispersed Area is located in Utah
Directions
28 miles south of Hanksville on State Route 95
Coordinates
38.01763692 N
110.5338234 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Detours Nearby
Farley Canyon — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
34 min away
Goblin Valley Dispersed Camping
1 hr 7 min away
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 33 min from Farmington
- 4 hrs 24 min from Grand Junction
- 4 hrs 49 min from Provo
- 5 hrs 14 min from St. George
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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