Bates Knolls (BLM, Vernal) in UT -- Camping Rules & Access in Utah

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Bates Knolls (BLM, Vernal) in UT

BLM, Vernal
6,574 ft43 mi from Rangely
Maps
RUTTED
VerizonUNMEASURED
AT&TNONE
T-MobileUNMEASURED
StarlinkEXCELLENT
Dispersed camping generally allowed

A restriction reported for this unit is not yet mapped here; see the rules below.

WhyBureau of Land Management opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.

Fire orders

All 0.1 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, dirt the whole way. Level ground alongside most of its length.

McCoy Reservoir Number 1 lies 1.1 mi off.

Rules that apply to this spot
Fire restrictions

Set by Bureau of Land Management.

Check current orders
1 reviewed rule is not confirmed here
Camping
Not confirmed here
Reported rule: Prohibited

camping at this site is not allowed

September normals 46–76°F, 1.3″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.

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Sources checked August 2026Something wrong here?