FR 55495 — Palmers Flat Trailhead in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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FR 55495 — Palmers Flat Trailhead in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Monticello Ranger District
7,940 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 0.3-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 0.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.3 miles). Level ground alongside most of its length.

South Peak stands 3,131 ft above the site, 2.5 miles northwest. A pond lies 0.6 mi off. The nearest town, Monticello, is 7.9 mi off.

September normals 46–71°F, 1.9″ 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?