FR 55589 — Big Notch in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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FR 55589 — Big Notch in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Monticello Ranger District
6,535 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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A 1.8-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 1.8 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (1.8 miles). Climbs 110 ft over 1.8 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 20%.

Notch Canyon runs 0.3 mi off. East Point stands 2,170 ft above the site, 2.4 miles southwest. The nearest town, Blanding, is 15 mi off.

September normals 5176°F, 2.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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?