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Smithfield Dispersed Campsite

Smithfield Dispersed Campsite is located in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, featuring forested terrain with varied elevations. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer, providing distinct seasonal experiences. Nearby, visitors can explore Logan Canyon and Bear Lake, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

Description

USDA Forest Service

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Many people enjoy the solitude and primitive experience of camping away from developed campgrounds and other campers. Dispersed camping is the term used for camping anywhere in the National Forest outside of a designated campground. Dispersed camping means no toilets, no treated water, and no fire grates are provided.

Camping in dispersed areas on the Forest is allowed for fourteen (14) days in any thirty (30) day consecutive period. Campers must move off Forest after reaching the 14-day limit. The stay limit also applies to all camping equipment (tents, chairs, ATVs, ATV trailers, etc.), even if used by a different person or group. Camping equipment must be removed by the end of the fourteen (14) day stay limit or the equipment may be impounded. Stay limits are implemented to reduce impacts to vegetation and wildlife habitat, as well as provide access to popular campsite areas for other visitors.

Reservation Info

No reservations 14 day limit to preserve vegetation

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Location

Smithfield Dispersed Campsite is located in Utah

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Coordinates

41.88232951 N
111.72377618 W

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Site Types

  • Dispersed

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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 Jul. 29, 2023

Nice place, quiet

Stayed here for two nights, at the end of a dead end road, close to the creek. Real easy place to be.

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  • Review photo of Smithfield Dispersed Campsite by Peter L., July 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Smithfield Dispersed Campsite by Peter L., July 29, 2023
  • Review photo of Smithfield Dispersed Campsite by Peter L., July 29, 2023
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2020

Great dispersed camping

After you've passed the Smithfield campground there are plenty of spots on both sides of the road where you can pull off and have dispersed camping. Most of the spots are pretty small and would only work for one or two tents or maybe a couple of hammocks.

It's a very pretty canyon with a creek running through it. Would recommend.

  • Review photo of Smithfield Dispersed Campsite by Brendan J., August 20, 2020
  • Review photo of Smithfield Dispersed Campsite by Brendan J., August 20, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Smithfield Dispersed Campsite?

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