Great Western Trail (FR 31480) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah
Great Western Trail (FR 31480) in UT
A 6.9-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Garfield County, UT. The road serves Henderson Point.
Dixie National Forest, Escalante Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 16-day limit in any 60 days. Camp at least 300 ft from water.
All 6.9 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (6.9 miles). Climbs 1,300 ft over 6.9 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 19%. Winds through 7 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Cattle guards 0, 0 and 6 miles in.
A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Henderson Point stands 654 ft above the site, 1.5 miles southeast. The nearest town, Panguitch, is 20 mi off.
September normals 39–72°F, 1.6″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Dixie National Forest, Escalante Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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