Range Study Area Dispersed Camping Area

I pulled into the first spot on the left once you cross the cattle guard. The spot I stayed in was large and level. I did take a walk down the road as well and it looked like there were many other spots that were similar. The road was in good condition and there are a lot of spots to fit multiple rigs of any size. I did not have any cell service with Verizon in my spot.

Beautiful area to spend some time. It is much cooler than locations farther south due to over 8,000 ft. elevation. Plenty of spaces for any size rig. Road scraper from forest service came by twice while we were there so road in good shape. Looked at several other boondocking locations in the area and this one was the best in our opinion. During the holiday weekend there were groups with numerous OHVs but we expected that. We had a site that we could not see anyone else so it was good for us. Verizon is very poor, even boosted. If we were to return, we might look for a place closer to the beautiful Flaming Gorge.

We spent one night here in early June of 2022. It was very easy access, we had no problem with our 37' fifth wheel. The main dirt road was a little rutted but still really smooth. We did not see any wash boarding. Lots and lots of space. We saw a herd of elk wander on by our site in early evening and then still saw a few in the morning. With so much room and smooth roads I would most definitely stay here again if in the area.

I was at Flaming Gorge and getting HOT. Had some RV work done in Vernal, UT - it was 98. Got on Campendium and found FR217…what a relief! Temps mid-70’s to 80, but afternoon clouds roll in and cools things off. During the week, very little traffic. Weekends seem to be locals because they are in big groups. Extremely quiet, peaceful, very safe, and most importantly-cool. Signs at entrance state “Bear Country” but I had no issues probably because I was closer to entrance off Hwy 191 than deeper in. Pit toilets at entrance and Ranger came around once recording everyone’s tag info. 100% dispersed camping, so come prepared. Vernal is about 23 miles and has everything you need. Laundry at C&L Laundry was clean and inexpensive. Tons of restaurants, Walmart, Walgreens, and a few sporting good stores. $5 showers at Anytime Fitness. Propane at Sav on Propane was $1.99 and big rig friendly. Dumped trash just at edge of town at a gas station (not sure name) that has no attendant. Red Fleet and Steinaker State Parks are close by to dump - not sure of fee. I believe AT&T tower close by - 4 bars. No Verizon Service. 45 TV channels with RV antenna.

We were looking to be closer to Dinosaur Monument but it was around 98 degrees there. We found this gem and it was nearly 20 degrees cooler. Although we were almost an hour from Dinosaur it was worth it not to have to travel down the mountain with our rig since we were going back up when we left. Plenty of room some highway noise but not much traffic so we barely noticed. Hiking trails close by. There isn't a road sign so it is easy to miss. Use coordinates when entering into your GPS.

We came during 4th of July weekend and it wasn't even packed then!! There's lots of space up here for any size rig. Only downside was cell signal. We have AT&T and Verizon - Verizon we weren't able to get anything - even with our booster. AT&T we got some signal but not great. I would keep that in mind if you're still working!

Otherwise, it was fantastic! We got our regular wildlife visitors every evening. I've never seen so many deer in one area before and not bothered by people!

Park rangers came around every few days - everywhere was super clean.

This place is an awesome boondocking spot - everyone is so spaced out that you feel like you're the only one there. Lots of off-roading trails around the area too.

We got water at the Chevron in town (Vernal) - for anyone who brings water back to their rig.

If you are in the area this is a must stop boondocking place.
Right off the 191 in the Ashley National Forest about 30 minutes from Vernal. Pass the cattle guard and then you have your pick of pretty level sites with plenty of space. There are sites every where, I am not joking!!! You can pick one at the entrance or go in deeper. The dirt road is extremely well maintained and the sites are huge. We were there at the end of Sept. on a Monday night and it was super quiet. Great place if you are into off roading.
There are cattle so if you have dogs keep that in mind.