Free dispersed camping along a 17-mile dirt loop through San Juan County's red rock country, Valley of the Gods draws campers with open sightlines toward sandstone monuments and scattered flat sites that require no reservation. The road is generally manageable for two-wheel-drive vehicles along at least the first half of the loop, though a high-clearance vehicle handles the full route more comfortably. Campers with large rigs report better luck staging at the east entrance rather than attempting the entire loop.
Sites are spread across exposed terrain with little natural wind protection. Afternoon gusts are common and can make setup difficult, but wind typically settles by evening. The ground is extremely hard-packed, so bring a mallet for stakes and expect some resistance. No restrooms or potable water are available on site. Crowds pick up even midweek, with multiple reviewers noting that half the spots were taken by early afternoon on a Tuesday in May.
Ashley R. notes that "spots all have their own unique view of the valley and monuments," which holds across the loop as each pull-off faces a different cluster of formations. Star gazing and hiking are the two activities reviewers mention most consistently. The area sits within camping near BLM Land — Monticello Field Office, and nearby options include Battleship Rock BLM Dispersed — Valley of the Gods for those wanting a different vantage point in the same corridor.
Arrive with a full water supply, and plan to set up camp near sundown to avoid peak afternoon heat in summer months.
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Map & DirectionsValley of the Gods is located in Utah near Mexican Hat
Dispersed CampingCoordinates
37.31626459 N
109.8509368 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
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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Drive Time
- 2 hrs 37 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 42 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 4 hrs 9 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 5 hrs 25 min from St. George, UT
