FR 30845 — Red Butte in UT -- Camping Rules & Access in Utah
FR 30845 — Red Butte in UT
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Dispersed camping generally allowed
Why
U.S. Forest Service opens most of its land to dispersed camping unless a local order restricts it. Check the unit's current orders before you commit.All 15.3 miles in are maintained only for high-clearance vehicles, 15 miles of it dirt. Climbs 2,800 ft over 15.3 miles through 17 switchbacks, with sustained grades near 12% and pitches to 23%. Water crossings 0.3, 2.4, 2.4, 3.2, 3.5 and 13.8 miles in. Cattle guards 13.6 and 15 miles in.
Private here, with the nearest through road 0.9 miles off. Saddle Mountain stands 4,562 ft above the site, 7.4 miles east.
Dixie National Forest, Pine Valley Ranger District: You may camp in a dispersed area for up to 16 days. After 16 days, you must move at least 10 miles for camping in another dispersed area.
| Fire restrictions | Set by Dixie National Forest, Pine Valley Ranger District. Check current orders |
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September normals 55–85°F, 1.0″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
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