Dispersed Camping in Salt Lake County, Utah
Showing 61 locations in Salt Lake County.
AirGarage Salt Lake City
A paid parking lot in downtown Salt Lake City managed by AirGarage. It permits overnight vehicle parking for a daily fee and accommodates low-profile campervans or small truck campers, though tight entrance gates can limit wide rigs.
Anytime Fitness Midvale
A commercial parking lot located near Anytime Fitness in Midvale, suitable for quick, self-contained overnight stops.
Birches Picnic Area
A scenic day-use picnic area nestled alongside Big Cottonwood Creek, featuring paved pathways and streamside tables.
Camp Kostopulos
This location is Camp Kostopulos, a dedicated therapeutic recreation facility offering specialized programs for people with disabilities. It operates as a private camp facility rather than a public campground.
Capitol Hill & City Creek Urban Parking
An urban neighborhood encompassing the Utah State Capitol grounds and adjacent residential streets. While several street parking spots lack overnight restriction signs, the residential sectors are highly sensitive to vehicle dwelling and locals regularly contact law enforcement. Parking directly in front of the Capitol or using daytime-only public lots on weekends provides temporary overnight options, but strict municipal codes govern stealth camping across the area.
Cooperton Park Area Stealth Parking
A suburban park setting in Herriman offering parking lot space that is historically quiet. Standard stealth principles are recommended, as municipal codes regulate public overnight stays.
Corner Canyon Road
A scenic mountain access road located above Draper, Utah, winding into the foothills of the Wasatch Range. The route is highly restricted due to local municipal conservation ordinances, which govern recreation and vehicle access in the canyon system.
Corner Canyon Road
A scenic mountain access road winding through the foothills of the Wasatch Range near Draper.
Cougar Park
A large paved parking lot at a community park in the Salt Lake Valley. While the site features restrooms, a water fountain, and picnic tables, park facilities are often closed seasonally or locked overnight, and the immediate area has occasional vehicle noise.
Decade Drive Industrial Parking
Industrial street-side parking along Decade Drive in West Valley City, serving as a functional, low-amenity option for self-contained rigs in transit.
Dogwood Day Use Area
A scenic day-use picnic area situated along Big Cottonwood Creek, featuring shaded paved sites with grills, fire rings, and flush toilets. This is a strictly managed watershed area where overnight stays and camping are entirely prohibited.
Downtown SLC Parking
A large paid surface parking lot in downtown Salt Lake City, located across from the convention center. Overnight parking is permitted for a flat rate of $22 per 24 hours. The lot offers ample space to accommodate larger setups when major events are not taking place.
Evergreen Forest Road
A scenic mountain access road located in Mill Creek Canyon within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. This high-altitude corridor provides access to several popular hiking trails and picnic areas, but overnight stays are subject to strict canyon restrictions.
Flying J Salt Lake City
Paved and level RV spots at the Flying J Travel Center. Perfect for a quick, convenient overnight stay with on-site services like a dump station.
Gordon Access Road
A managed forest service road access corridor located near Mount Olympus. Standard passenger vehicles can navigate the improved native dirt surface, which provides quiet forested areas closely situated to trailheads and urban services.
Haven Avenue Urban Stealth Parking
Angled street parking located in South Salt Lake along Haven Avenue near a light rail stop. While the street offers some spaces, local construction has heavily impacted availability and local municipal codes prohibit overnight street habitation.
Highway Roadside Pull-off
A basic, unpaved roadside pull-off situated directly off the highway, offering a quick overnight stop with space to park away from the main traffic lane.
Ledgemere Picnic Area
A scenic day-use picnic area situated along Big Cottonwood Creek, featuring paved spurs, picnic tables, and grills amidst towering canyon walls.
Lisa Falls Trailhead
A gravel pull-off trailhead area offering quick access to the Lisa Falls trail in the scenic canyon.
Little Cottonwood Road Driveway Camp
A private driveway camping spot located at the base of Little Cottonwood Canyon, offering convenient access to nearby ski resorts and trailheads.
Lone Peak Wilderness Backcountry
Primitive backcountry sites accessible only via strenuous hiking trails high within the rugged Lone Peak Wilderness area. These high-alpine spots are situated along challenging trails in steep, glaciated mountain terrain.
Maple Cove Picnic Area
A scenic mountain picnic site located within the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. This area is officially designated for day use and picnic activities, and overnight camping is prohibited.
Maple Grove Parking Area
A gravel-surface Forest Service parking area located within Millcreek Canyon in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. The site provides standard daytime parking and access to nearby wilderness trails.
Mill B South Fork Trailhead
A trailhead parking area within Big Cottonwood Canyon that provides access to the Mill B South Fork Trail, Broads Fork Trail, and nearby Hidden Falls. The surrounding canyon scenery is spectacular, with steep granite walls and dense forest, though the site itself functions primarily as an active day-use recreation hub.
Moss Ledge Picnic Area
A small paved pull-off and picnic area located deep inside Big Cottonwood Canyon, offering immediate access to the scenic Moss Ledge waterfall and nearby hiking trails. Note that this spot is within a protected watershed where overnight camping is heavily restricted or prohibited.
Neffs Canyon Trailhead
A trailhead parking area within Neffs Canyon providing access to mountain trails.
Planet Fitness & Commercial Plaza
A shared commercial parking lot serving a 24-hour fitness center and nearby restaurants off 1900 West. Standard commercial rules apply; overnight parking is typical for gym members or those requesting permission from local businesses.
Planet Fitness Draper
A spacious and active commercial parking lot offering overnight stays for self-contained rigs, located in a clean suburban environment near trailheads and municipal parks.
Planet Fitness Murray
Planet Fitness parking lot located in Murray. Suitable for self-contained, low-profile vehicles seeking a quick overnight stay near local services.
Planet Fitness Salt Lake City
A Planet Fitness parking lot located in downtown Salt Lake City.
Planet Fitness Salt Lake City Parking
A paid parking lot outside the Planet Fitness in downtown Salt Lake City. Overnight parking is permitted with a digital payment system ($18 maximum for 24 hours). Be prepared for persistent urban sounds, including light rail traffic and nearby church bells.
Planet Fitness Sandy
A standard paved parking lot associated with Planet Fitness in Sandy/White City. Best suited for self-contained, low-profile rigs seeking a brief overnight stop near local services.
Planet Fitness South Jordan Heights
A convenient overnight parking option located in a busy commercial plaza alongside Sprouts. This Planet Fitness is open 24/7, meaning there is constant parking lot traffic and some surrounding highway noise, but standard vehicle setups can easily blend in.
Planet Fitness Taylorsville
A standard suburban gym parking lot off Lehman Avenue in Taylorsville. Ideal for quick, low-profile overnight stays for gym members or self-contained vans.
Point of the Mountain Flight Park
A popular flight park and designated ridge camping area atop Point of the Mountain, offering panoramic views of Utah Lake and the Salt Lake Valley. This spot is renowned as a launching pad for paragliders, providing a unique morning and evening spectacle as gliders ride the drafts directly overhead. It features numbered gravel sites, trash containers, and pit toilets, though the ridge is highly exposed to strong, gusty winds. It is close to services and retail shopping down the hill.
Rattlesnake Trailhead
This spot is located at the Rattlesnake Trailhead along Mill Creek Canyon Road in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. It serves as an active gateway for hikers exploring nearby scenic trails, but local canyon regulations restrict overnight stays.
Red Butte Canyon Road & University Perimeter
An urban parking corridor located on the eastern edge of Salt Lake City near the university campus and botanical garden. The area is dominated by street parking with daytime time limits but is quiet overnight, though subject to strict municipal habitancy ordinances.
Salt Lake City KOA
A well-maintained urban RV park located close to downtown Salt Lake City. It provides comprehensive amenities including full hookups, hot showers, laundry facilities, a pool, and direct access to public transit, though it sits in a busy urban area subject to street and train noise.
Salt Lake City Stealth Parking (Fine Drive)
An urban neighborhood street parking area on Fine Drive near residential condos and a local school. Standard stealth etiquette must be observed to avoid neighborhood disturbance.
Salt Lake City Urban Stealth (West 700S)
An urban area offering angled street parking near local climbing gyms and restaurants. Typical of city street parking, it is highly exposed to city noise, construction traffic, and municipal parking ordinances.
Salt Lake City Westside Stealth
An industrial and residential street parking corridor northwest of downtown Salt Lake City, providing functional but highly exposed overnight options within walking distance of local attractions.
Salt Lake District, Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
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Salt Lake RD Office Visit Corridor
A scenic mountain access road located in the foothills near Cottonwood Heights, managed as part of the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest system.
Smith's Parking Lot
A quiet supermarket parking lot in White City with level spaces and convenient access to groceries and supplies. The right side of the lot features dimmer lighting where larger vehicles typically park with manager approval.
South Box Elder Picnic Area
The South Box Elder Picnic Area is situated along Mill Creek Canyon Road in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, serving primarily as a scenic day-use destination with trail access. Overnight camping is prohibited within the picnic grounds.
Storm Mountain Day Use Area
A scenic day-use area located along Big Cottonwood Creek at the base of Storm Mountain, perfect for picnicking, fishing, and hiking.
Sugar Factory Road - UTA Station Lot
A well-lit transit commuter parking lot situated near the UTA red line. The area offers a quiet suburban setting for low-profile vehicles with easy access to regional transit and local parks.
Tanners Flat Campground
Tanners Flat Campground is nestled in the steep, dramatic landscape of Little Cottonwood Canyon, surrounded by pine forests and granite peaks. It provides quick access to notable hiking trails, alpine lakes, and climbing areas, while remaining just miles from the Salt Lake Valley. Camping is strictly restricted to these designated sites, which include standard amenities, fire rings, and on-site camp hosts during the operational season. Ideal for those looking for a scenic mountain getaway with established conveniences.
Taylorsville Urban Stealth Parking
An urban neighborhood street parking zone near residential complexes and local markets. Overnight parking is subject to municipal restrictions.
Temple Quarry Forest Road
This access corridor located at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon provides access to historic trailheads and climbing walls within the national forest. Please note that camping is heavily restricted in this high-use municipal watershed.
Thanksgiving Way Frontage Road Parking
A large roadside gravel pull-out located on a bend along North Thanksgiving Way, adjacent to the highway frontage. This area is highly exposed to highway noise but serves as a quick, accessible overnight stop close to the Salt Lake City metro area.
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest near South Jordan, UT
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Urban Industrial Stealth (West Valley City)
An industrial dead-end side street located in an active commercial warehouse and distribution district. This zone is heavily utilized by commercial semi-trucks parking overnight, offering standard commercial street parking suitable for a quick, overnight stay.
Urban Stealth Parking (Draper)
An urban roadside setting located along East 11400 South in Draper, suitable for a quick overnight stay in a low-profile vehicle.
Urban Stealth Parking (Riverton East)
A wide, industrial-commercial roadside shoulder area located along 13490 S and Galena Park Boulevard in Riverton, adjacent to a convenience store. This location serves as an urban overnight option, though it is highly exposed and experiences heavy morning traffic.
Urban Stealth Parking (South Salt Lake)
An urban neighborhood stealth zone in South Salt Lake featuring a small paved parking lot and slanted street parking. Located in close proximity to residential homes, requiring high levels of discretion and quick overnight stays.
Urban Stealth Parking (Taylorsville)
An urban industrial and residential interface street in Taylorsville offering temporary roadside parking. Overnight stays here operate under typical stealth conditions with mixed reports on noise and vehicle traffic.
Uwc Head Quarters Road Corridor
An asphalt road segment located near the administrative area in South Jordan, Utah.
Walmart Riverton
A standard retail parking lot offering a convenient paved surface for single-night stays near local highways and services.
Wasatch Resort Power Plant Road
An unpaved road corridor managed by the U.S. Forest Service located within the scenic Little Cottonwood Canyon area near Granite, Utah. It provides immediate access to nearby trailheads and recreation points.
White Pine Trailhead
This paved trailhead offers direct access to scenic mountain hiking trails in Little Cottonwood Canyon.