Shay Ridge (FR 50104) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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Shay Ridge (FR 50104) in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Monticello Ranger District
8,205 ft
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A 10.1-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in San Juan County, UT. The road serves Aspen Flat / Shay Ridge Trailhead.

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

All 10.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (10.1 miles). Climbs 1,800 ft over 10.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 24%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 5 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. A water crossing 5.7 miles in. A cattle guard 8.3 miles in.

A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Private here -- the nearest through road is 1.7 miles off. North Peak stands 2,616 ft above the site, 4.1 miles east. Hop Creek runs 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Monticello, is 13 mi off.

September normals 45–69°F, 1.8″ 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?