Blue Mountain Ranch (FR 50082) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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Blue Mountain Ranch (FR 50082) in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Monticello Ranger District
7,428 ft
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A 1.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in San Juan County, UT. The road serves Palmers Flat Trailhead.

Manti-La Sal National Forest, Monticello Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 28 days.

All 1.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.4 miles). Climbs 240 ft over 1.4 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 13%. Winds through 3 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

South Peak stands 3,643 ft above the site, 3.1 miles northwest. A pond lies 0.2 mi off. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Monticello, is 6.9 mi off.

September normals 48–71°F, 2.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

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

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?