Spring City-Black Canyon (FR 50036) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah

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Spring City-Black Canyon (FR 50036) in UT

Manti-La Sal NF, Sanpete Ranger District
6,821 ft
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Overnight camping allowedRUTTED
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An 11.7-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Sanpete County, UT. The road serves Knob Mountain.

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

5.7 of the 11.7 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. Mostly gravel, with 5.7 miles of dirt. Climbs 4,400 ft over 11.7 miles -- sustained grades near 14%, with pitches to 25%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~150 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 17 switchbacks.

Knob Mountain stands 3,310 ft above the site, 2.9 miles east. Black Willow Spring lies 1.1 mi off. The nearest town, Spring City, is 3.5 mi off.

September normals 41–72°F, 1.4″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

Nearby Spots
County Rd 5059 (BLM SS6121) in UTDispersed Camping49.1miCounty Rd 5140 (BLM SS6123) in UTForest Road Road49.6miBlackham (FR 40039) in UTForest Road Road49.7miPine Spring (FR 40220) in UTForest Road Road50.2miFR 40640 — Niotche Divide Equestrian Trailhead South in UTDispersed Camping50.5mi
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?