FR 51196 — Elks Knoll in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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FR 51196 — Elks Knoll in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Sanpete Ranger District
9,194 ft
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A 2.0-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sanpete County, UT.

Manti-La Sal National Forest, Sanpete Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit.

All 2 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Dirt the whole way in (2 miles). Climbs 1,000 ft over 2 miles -- sustained grades near 18%, with pitches to 21%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side.

Private here -- the nearest through road is 0.7 miles off. South Mountain stands 1,192 ft above the site, 2.0 miles north. Swens Spring lies 0.9 mi off. The nearest town, Manti, is 7.4 mi off.

September normals 40–62°F, 2.1″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Fire restrictions

Set by Manti-La Sal National Forest, Sanpete Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.

fs.usda.gov
Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?