Free Camping Collection
Dispersed Camping
Rochester Rock Camping
Rochester Rock Camping is located near varied terrain with rock formations and open spaces. Temperatures can range from highs in the 90s during summer to lows in the 20s in winter. Nearby attractions include Capitol Reef National Park and Fishlake National Forest, offering opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities.
Description
Bureau of Land Management
The "Swell" features endless amounts of recreational experiences including: hiking, biking, four wheel driving, horseback, canyoneering, and river running. Don't miss the Little Grand Canyon and Buckhorn Wash Pictograph Panel. For an overview of the "Swell" make sure to check out Cedar Mountain Day Use Overlook. You will be able to discover Petroglyphs and Historical areas throughout the 'Swell".
The following Wilderness areas were congressionally designated around the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area as part of the John D. Dingell. Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act and are currently closed to OHV use: Big Wild Horse Mesa, Cold Wash, Devil’s Canyon, Eagle Canyon, Horse Valley, Little Ocean Draw, Little Wild Horse Canyon, Lower Last Chance, Mexican Mountain, Middle Wild Horse Mesa, Muddy Creek, Red’s Canyon, San Rafael Reef, and Sid’s Mountain.
Location
Rochester Rock Camping is located in Utah
Coordinates
38.90774339213782 N
111.19582224791644 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiAvailable
- VerizonFair
- AT&TPoor
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- 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.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 22 min from Provo
- 2 hrs 49 min from Grand Junction
- 2 hrs 52 min from Salt Lake City
- 3 hrs 20 min from Ogden
