Off-road enthusiasts and stargazers find open terrain and reliable cell coverage at this dispersed camping area along State Land Road #144. Located approximately 30 miles north of Moab on Utah State Trust Lands, the site provides free camping across a desert landscape dotted with existing fire rings and scattered camping spots.
The gravel and dirt roads can accommodate big rigs, though access becomes challenging during wet conditions due to bentonite clay composition. Multiple reviewers warn against camping here if rain threatens, as the clay surface becomes impassable when saturated. Nomadic E. notes it's "perfect for solar, wind energy" and "perfect for Starlink, satellite tv/Internet." Cell service remains strong throughout the area, with towers visible along the nearby interstate corridor.
Campers can choose from sites close to the main road or venture deeper into the block for more separation from traffic. Daily mining truck traffic creates dust clouds, and highway noise carries during daylight hours but diminishes after dark. Wildlife includes foxes and free-ranging cattle, requiring secure food storage. The 15-day limit allows extended stays without permits.
For those wanting developed amenities, BLM 144 Dispersed sits just northeast with similar access conditions.
Description
Any use longer than 15 days requires that you obtain a right of entry permit. Protect your privilege to camp on trust lands by observing the following:
Limit camping to existing campsites. Campsites and personal items may not be left unattended for more than 72 hours. No obstruction or prevention of access for other users is allowed. Select a campsite on a durable surface or non-vegetated area at least 100 feet from water sources. Do not camp in wet areas or fragile meadows. Observe all fire restrictions and regulations. If you must build a fire, use an existing fire ring, have a means to extinguish the fire nearby, and use only clean cord-type firewood or charcoal. No burning of pallets or construction debris is allowed. LEAVE CAMPFIRES DEAD OUT. Firewood may be removed from trust lands through permit only. Campfire wood collection of dead and down wood is allowed. Fireworks are not allowed on any trust lands. No garbage collection is provided: PACK-IT-IN, PACK-IT-OUT. Use stationary toilet facilities where available or your own portable toilet whenever possible. When a toilet is not available, bury solid human waste at least 8 inches deep and at least 200 feet from a campsite or water source. DO YOUR PART by modeling appropriate behavior and leaving the area better than you found it.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsState Land Road #144 Valley City Site is located in Utah near Thompson
Coordinates
38.87791685016644 N
109.8100295698463 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 33 usersLast on 6/5/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 64 usersLast on 6/5/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 6/5/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 33 usersLast on 6/5/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 64 usersLast on 6/5/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 6/5/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if State Land Road #144 Valley City Site needs a permit.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 8 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 32 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 2 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 28 min from Farmington, NM





















