Forsyth-Elkhorn (FR 40206) in UT -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Utah
Forsyth-Elkhorn (FR 40206) in UT
An 11.6-mile stretch of dirt National Forest road in Sevier County, UT. The road serves Riley Spring.
Fishlake National Forest, Fremont River Ranger District allows dispersed camping here -- 16-day limit in any 30 days. Camp at least 200 ft from water.
3.8 of the 11.6 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles. 8.6 of the 11.6 miles in are dirt. Climbs 2,200 ft over 11.6 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 18%. Winds through 15 switchbacks. Dead-end road -- no mapped turnaround; expect to back out or unhitch. Cattle guards 3.8, 6.8 and 11.2 miles in.
Geyser Peak stands 2,428 ft above the site, 2.6 miles east. A well-travelled stretch -- travellers have camped along here. Exposed here -- the nearest through road is 0.1 miles off. The Forsyth Reservoir shoreline is 0.4 mi off. The nearest town, Monroe, is 33 mi off.
September normals 41–69°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Fishlake National Forest, Fremont River Ranger District. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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