Tom's Best Spring Rd  aka FR117

16 day limit - posted

No campfires -  posted 

No cutting wood without permit - posted

Visible 3-4 on 4g

ATT 3 on 4g

GPS: 37.7301,-112.2523

Main road in is good. Beautiful views, several pullouts, but will be dusty when trafficked. Large meadow camping/turn around at the 2nd junction with FR646 after the main area of pullouts.

We chose FR3625 offshoot. A bit rocky coming up in one spot but doable if you go slow. 4 really good sized spots for big rigs. The 1st 2 Sites could easily handle 2 big rigs if traveling together. All have some degree of solar - even  with trees. We had no problem staying topped off.

Offshoot FR646(1st junction) just after turning off SH12 has a long drive in, rutted in spots, but the view is worth it if you can make it. Plateau faces west for sunset & stunning view of Red Canyons.

There are MANY offshoot roads here & plenty of spaces. Scout out & you're sure to find what fits your needs. Seriously, a LOT of Sites, even in High Season July! 

Dump station, potable and non potable is available in Bryce Canyon NP about 15min away. Someone commented $6, but we saw no signs, just a donation box.

Groceries are pricey in the area. LIMITED hard alcohol is for sale at Ruby's Inn lobby, otherwise,  it's Utah, come stocked with your favorite beverage.

The shuttle service is awesome & easy to use. So much nicer than trying to maneuver/park our tow vehicle in the park.

Cows are present. Most nights down in the meadows,  but did come through our campsite one evening to say hi. Also saw 4 Pronghorns in the meadow, lots of chipmunks and Mountain Bluejays. 

And for newbies like me, yes, you can make it under the rock bridges on SH12. It's posted as something like 13'8", but that must be at the very far edge, in one spot. We're 13'8" when on the truck & we ...and the semi truck In front of us (we let him go 1st ;)  )... cleared it with plenty of room to spare.

If you have a smaller vehicle with high clearance there are some stunning spots 3/4 down FR646, very remote/private, but def not for bigger rigs, more like truck tent campers.

Temps in July day 85° avg, nights mid 50s. Had passing rains everyday,  but roads stayed passable. 

This is at altitude.  Be prepared.  Drink lots of water, take your time, don't overextended yourself if you're not acclimated. 

Has been a great stay, we'll definitely stay here again when in the area.