Rocky Ridge (FR 50154) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah
Rocky Ridge (FR 50154) in UT
A 3.8-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Juab County, UT. The road serves Red Cliffs.
Manti-La Sal National Forest, Sanpete Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.
All 3.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (3.8 miles). Climbs 1,400 ft over 3.8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 9 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.
Salt Creek Peak stands 2,697 ft above the site, 2.0 miles southeast. Gravel Spring lies 0.1 mi off. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.4 miles off. Night skies measure Bortle 2 -- true dark-sky territory. The nearest town, Nephi, is 3.8 mi off.
September normals 46–70°F, 1.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Manti-La Sal National Forest, Sanpete Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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