FR 55255 — Cold Springs in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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FR 55255 — Cold Springs in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Monticello Ranger District
7,877 ft
Maps
Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 2.4-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in San Juan County, UT.

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

All 2.4 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2.4 miles). Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch.

Abajo Peak stands 3,446 ft above the site, 3.4 miles west. North Fork South Creek runs 1.1 mi off. Travellers have camped along here. The nearest town, Monticello, is 4.4 mi off.

September normals 47–70°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?