Within State Trust Lands Courthouse Wash Block, South Klondike Bluffs provides free dispersed camping along a dirt road system that extends several miles from Highway 191. Managed by Utah's School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration, this area operates under a 14-day limit with no designated sites, water, or trash service.
The road into the camping area presents challenges that vary with weather conditions. SoCalsAngels warns to "beware of road when wet," noting the surface becomes problematic during rainy periods. RVs up to 36 feet can navigate the rough terrain, though campers consistently report bumpy conditions that make finding level ground difficult. Most sites spread across open terrain with minimal vegetation.
Highway noise from US-191 carries across the area, combined with occasional train sounds from nearby tracks. Wind exposure affects all sites, as the landscape offers little natural shelter. Cell service remains strong near the highway entrance, with both Verizon and AT&T providing coverage. Fire rings dot the area, though seasonal restrictions may prohibit their use.
The location serves as a practical base for exploring nearby attractions. Alisa P. notes "if you want to visit Arches or Canyonlands this place seems to be the best base camp for that." Several alternative dispersed sites operate within short distances, including Fallen Peace Officer Dispersed and Courthouse Rock. OHV trails branch from the main road system for those traveling with recreational vehicles.
Campers seeking more options can explore camping near Moab, though this free alternative attracts budget-conscious travelers willing to trade amenities for proximity to national park access points.
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Location
Dispersed CampingSouth Klondike Bluffs / Road 142 Dispersed is located in Utah
Coordinates
38.7427967099727 N
109.73301236187052 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 49 usersLast on 4/24/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 122 usersLast on 4/24/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 59 usersLast on 4/24/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 49 usersLast on 4/24/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 122 usersLast on 4/24/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 59 usersLast on 4/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Electric Hookups
- 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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 18 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 2 hrs 43 min from Provo, UT
- 3 hrs 14 min from Salt Lake City, UT
- 3 hrs 21 min from Farmington, NM





























