Roosevelt Ranger District

Dispersed Camping
Camping is free in the remote areas of the forest and is
an extremely popular way of “getting away from it all”
in the summer and fall months. Several of the popular
camping areas have minimal facilities (such as fire rings
and restrooms) to protect the natural resources. Other areas
are just a pull-off from the road. Some road corridors are
closed to motorized off-road camping due to concerns about
resource damage. Camping is limited to 16 days within an
area; your camper may not be stored in the national forest.
Please refer to the Motor Vehicle Use Map for details on
where to camp.
Wash Away from Water
Soap degrades water quality and harms fish and other aquatic
life. Wash at least 200 feet from the water.
Use Established Fire Rings Wisely
* Check at the local Ranger Station for current fire
restrictions. Remember, they can change on a daily basis.
* Use existing fire rings if
possible.
* To put out a campfire, slowly
pour water onto the fire and
stir with a shovel. Continue
adding and stirring until all
material is cool to touch.
* Do not simply bury your fire.
The coals can smolder
and re-ignite.
* NEVER leave a fire
unattended, even if there
are no flames present. Many
wildfires have been caused by
abandoned campfires.
Human Waste
Bacteria and viruses found in human feces are known to
cause many different gastro-intestinal diseases. Please follow
these simple steps when nature calls:
* Flaming Gorge NRA: All human waste must be deposited in a
self- contained unit such as a portable toilet.
* RVs, Campers, and Boats across the Forest: It is illegal to dump
waste water anywhere except at designated dump sites. Check
with Forest Service offices or field personnel to see where these
are provided.
* Backcountry Campers: You may dispose of waste by digging a
hole at least 200 steps from any water source and burying the
waste. Used toilet paper must be packed out.