Sanford-Smith Canyon (FR 30129) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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Sanford-Smith Canyon (FR 30129) in UT

Dixie NF, Powell Ranger District
7,002 ft
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An 18.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Garfield County, UT.

Dixie National Forest, Powell Ranger District records no overnight restriction here.

All 18 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 17.8 of the 18 miles in are dirt. Climbs 3,100 ft over 18 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 17%. Winds through 16 switchbacks.

Secluded here -- no through road within 3.7 miles. Bull Rush Peak stands 2,377 ft above the site, 4.0 miles northeast. The nearest town, Panguitch, is 11 mi off.

September normals 42–74°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
Nephi Pasture Rd (BLM 555) in UTForest Road Road43.5miBLM 118 — Bald Knoll in UTForest Road Road43.9miBLM 119 — Fuller Spring in UTForest Road Road44.9miTimber Mountain (BLM 560) — Kanab in UTForest Road Road45.1miRed Breaks (BLM 561) — Kanab in UTForest Road Road45.1mi
Fire restrictions

Set by Dixie National Forest, Powell Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?