USA
BLM Muddy Creek Dispersed Area
Dispersed Camping
Scattered sites along a seasonal creek bed surrounded by red sandstone formations and juniper trees. About 8-10 established fire rings spread across maybe half a mile of creek bottom, with room for bigger rigs on the flats above. Popular with hunters in fall but dead quiet most other times. Fire restrictions May through September typically.
Access via rough dirt road that gets muddy after rain — high-clearance recommended. Creek runs spring through early summer, then just pools. No facilities whatsoever, pack it all out. Stars here are incredible with zero light pollution.
Red rock creek camping under dark Utah skies
Place Details
| Type | Dispersed Camping |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft) | 5800 ft |
| Nearest town | Emery, UT |
| Miles from pavement | 12.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | High-clearance 2WD |
| Access road surface | Rough dirt |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 10 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | Free |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | BLM |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Fire ring |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |