Old Highway 89 Dispersed Camping
BLM
Write a Review Hwy 89 Mount Carmel, UT 85207 435-644-1200 Official WebsiteGPS: 37.2057, -112.675
Overview of Old Highway 89 Dispersed Camping
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Route420 on 10/1/2024
Longest RV Reported: 44 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Jackiehollander on 5/13/2023
Pad Type gravel
Elevation 5,479 ft / 1,669 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Old Highway 89 Dispersed Camping
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 435-644-1200
Catfish Girl asked on 8/24/2022
How many sites are located at Old Hwy 89 Dispersed Camping? We are pulling a 14ft trailer, and wonder if more than on...
Eblood asked on 3/31/2021
Where do you turn off the highway to access the Old Highway 89 Dispersed Campsites?
From Gridlock To Boondocks asked on 4/18/2020
Where is the closest place to find potable water?
Amy&Don&Grady&Ollie asked on 1/10/2024
Can a non-lifted Class B camper van park here without issue….like getting stuck?
Mike asked on 5/23/2023
I’m new to boondocking, and we are pulling a 28’ Airstream with a 1 ton dually. Are there spots that will accommodate...
camper-819874 asked on 5/17/2023
Is this a place you could park your camper and stay for the night and then take your tow vehicle into Zion and return...
Ana asked on 7/20/2022
Are we able to tent camp here too? I see gravel road but is there a spot for tent camping maybe soft soil or dirt?
Vista asked on 4/13/2022
If I choose to camp near the "gravel pit" area on the map, can I exit by continuing down that dirt road and rejoining...
Ray asked on 4/18/2021
Hello all. would this be the best place to boondock with a 43 foot class A. Staying in Moab on BLM land the first 2 w...
Reviews of Old Highway 89 Dispersed Camping 73 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 4/19/2022
“Lots To Do In The Area!”
Reviewed 10/1/2024
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| RV Length: | 31' (Class C) |
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We ended up staying here for 5 days while we explored Bryce, Zion, North Rim and Coral Pink. It was a little confusing pulling in with a big rig because of how quick the turn off the highway was as you are going down a few percent grade. When you first pull in consider scouting the area before deciding which way to turn because to be... more
We ended up staying here for 5 days while we explored Bryce, Zion, North Rim and Coral Pink.
It was a little confusing pulling in with a big rig because of how quick the turn off the highway was as you are going down a few percent grade.
When you first pull in consider scouting the area before deciding which way to turn because to be honest I didn’t think we’d be able to go straight ahead up the hill like many reviews said to do. Turning right was a dead end with no way to turn around. So we ended up turning left and found a big turn around to park in next to where the bulldozer was parked.
We are 32 foot class C with tow and we just weren’t comfortable with the other options so we felt we were limited to only a few sites at this location. I’d say it’s definitely easier for smaller rigs to get the prime spots here.
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“Easy but road noise”
Reviewed 9/13/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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This was an easy place to access and the views are awesome. During the day until about 9:30pm there is constant road noise - it's a great place for a night but I wouldn't spend time here during the day if you are sensitive to traffic.
Lots of easy places to choose from.
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Verizon 4G
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“Really Nice Roads!”
Reviewed 6/3/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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We have a 24ft low clearance Winnebago Trend so we stay away from rough roads. This one has even some paved roads, and the gravel roads are really smooth. It is an hour or so from Zion’s east entrance, and an hour from Bryce. We got a really cool spot with an unbelievable view. Plenty of empty sites and it is 6 PM. We will definitely c... more
We have a 24ft low clearance Winnebago Trend so we stay away from rough roads. This one has even some paved roads, and the gravel roads are really smooth. It is an hour or so from Zion’s east entrance, and an hour from Bryce. We got a really cool spot with an unbelievable view. Plenty of empty sites and it is 6 PM. We will definitely come back.
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camper-930131 would stay here again
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“Incredible Views And A Great Home Base In The Region ”
Reviewed 6/1/2024
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This was a beautiful dispersed campsite that is in great proximity to Kanab, Zion, Bryce Canyon, and even the Grand Canyon. There are about 8-10 sites in the main gravel loop area if you go straight ahead when you turn off the highway. If this area is full, there was a gravel pit down the hill with ample space to at least park for the ... more
This was a beautiful dispersed campsite that is in great proximity to Kanab, Zion, Bryce Canyon, and even the Grand Canyon. There are about 8-10 sites in the main gravel loop area if you go straight ahead when you turn off the highway. If this area is full, there was a gravel pit down the hill with ample space to at least park for the night. A few ambitious spots if you take a hard right when you get off the highway, but the prime spots are found by just sticking straight ahead (a little veer to the right). You can dump at the Chevron just down the hill in Mt Carmel Junction as well.
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camper-933380 would stay here again
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Reviewed 4/4/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| Site Number: | 0 |
| RV Length: | 34' (Fifth Wheel) |
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Good area for several rigs including bigger rigs. Good for single or multiple nights. Some hiway noise but quiets at night. For bigger rigs either go straight up hill or turn left, do not go right. To the right there are a few small sites but no way to turn around anything over 20’.
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Jim would stay here again
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“Easy Access, Central Location”
Reviewed 3/22/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | n/a |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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Spent a couple nights here heading back north to Montana. It is a decent enough spot. It supports bigger rigs, but only 4 or 5. The main benefits are easy access, gravel surface, centrally located for a lot of exploring in the Kanab/Zion area, The highway is close and it is heard. The area generally is popular with OHV but we neve... more
Spent a couple nights here heading back north to Montana. It is a decent enough spot. It supports bigger rigs, but only 4 or 5. The main benefits are easy access, gravel surface, centrally located for a lot of exploring in the Kanab/Zion area, The highway is close and it is heard. The area generally is popular with OHV but we never saw one actually come into the camping area. It is a dead end and probably most folks know that. There are some other smaller single spots up the dirt road a little ways. 3-4 bars Verizon 4G. Main downside is highway noise and cleanliness. We would definitely use this place again.
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BootsBikesBoatsBooks would stay here again
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“Nice To Be Off The Highway”
Reviewed 9/28/2023
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We needed a place to stay in between Bryce and Zion, and this was the perfect disperse camping! We had an RV that was able to get to the closer areas. It was darker when we arrived so didn’t explore too much once we found an available spot. Fire pits and nice views when we woke up! Would definitely stay again! Couple of things to n... more
We needed a place to stay in between Bryce and Zion, and this was the perfect disperse camping! We had an RV that was able to get to the closer areas. It was darker when we arrived so didn’t explore too much once we found an available spot. Fire pits and nice views when we woke up! Would definitely stay again!
Couple of things to note: yes, you hear the Highway, but in an RV it didn’t really affect us. Maybe in a tent it would be annoying. Also, there was a smaller Class B that pulled into the entrance of our site, but luckily there was another way out in the morning. Not sure if they just didn’t see us further down the way, or didn’t know, but it worked out.
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camper-862194 would stay here again
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“Nice Spot ”
Reviewed 8/25/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Class C) |
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Easy in, easy out
Not a real big area, but plenty of room
Close to town for water and supplies
Views for days
Amazing sunsets
Clean area
Pack it in, pack it out
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Adventures with Chance would stay here again
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“Awesome Place For Dry Camping ”
Reviewed 6/10/2023
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
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Pulled in here after scouting some places close to Zion east entry. This place is awesome! The only down side is that it’s close to 89 so traffic noise is pretty bad. Sites are pretty obvious. When you enter from 89 bear to the right. You will see several sites nestled in the trees. However, if you feel comfortable traveling up the dir... more
Pulled in here after scouting some places close to Zion east entry. This place is awesome! The only down side is that it’s close to 89 so traffic noise is pretty bad. Sites are pretty obvious. When you enter from 89 bear to the right. You will see several sites nestled in the trees. However, if you feel comfortable traveling up the dirt road (not the old quasi paved) you can find several spots on the top of the ridge. It’s a bit quieter there but still lots of traffic noise. When you enter if you pull straight ahead from 89 you’ll see a huge open area.
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Kyle_B would stay here again
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“Awesome Location- Not A Ton Of Spots ”
Reviewed 6/9/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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This is one of the smallest boondocking areas we’ve ever stayed at but it’s gorgeous and easily accessible. We almost pulled our 22’ trailer up the hill to the best spot with the best views but decided it was just a little bit too dicey and found another spot that we had to back into after trying to use the round about and the turn bei... more
This is one of the smallest boondocking areas we’ve ever stayed at but it’s gorgeous and easily accessible. We almost pulled our 22’ trailer up the hill to the best spot with the best views but decided it was just a little bit too dicey and found another spot that we had to back into after trying to use the round about and the turn being too tight. Still wonderful views! I would arrive during the week earlier in the day during the popular seasons, Friday night every spot was filled up.
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Unearth The Voyage would stay here again
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