FR 55558 — Palmers Flat Trailhead in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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FR 55558 — Palmers Flat Trailhead in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Monticello Ranger District
7,499 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 0.5-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 0.5 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (0.5 miles). Climbs 0 ft over 0.5 miles -- sustained grades near 14%.

South Peak stands 3,572 ft above the site, 3.5 miles northeast. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.1 miles off. A body of water lies 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Blanding, is 10 mi off.

September normals 47–72°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?