Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area campground
Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area
There are several nearby points of interest, including the High Uintas Wilderness Area, which offers hiking and fishing opportunities, and the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, a picturesque drive through the mountains.
The campground offers basic amenities, including vault toilets and fire rings, but campers must bring their own water and firewood. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis, with no reservation system in place.
There are a total of 11 campsites available at the Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area, each with its own unique view of the surrounding area.
An interesting fact about the area is that it is home to the highest peak in Utah, Kings Peak, which stands at 13,528 feet.
The best time of year to visit the campground is during the summer months, from June to September, when average temperatures range from 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. However, visitors should always be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature fluctuations, as the area is known for its unpredictable weather patterns.
What's on-site at Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Valley Free Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lava Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Duck Creek | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Duck Creek Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Mammoth Designated Dispersed Camping Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mammoth Creek Abv West Hatch Ditch | 40 cfs | → |
| East Fork Virgin River Near Glendale | 5 cfs | → |
| Sevier River At Hatch | 84 cfs | → |
| Coal Creek Near Cedar City | 26 cfs | → |
| Kanab Creek Near Kanab | 5 cfs | → |
| North Fork Virgin River Near Springdale | 43 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Flat | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Long Valley Jct | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Long Valley Jct | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Castle Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Castle Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Midway Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Cedar Breaks National Monument
- Wilderness Ashdown Gorge
- Deep Creek North Wilderness
- Deep Creek Wilderness
- Bryce Canyon National Park
- Goose Creek Wilderness
Boat launches
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area
Can I make reservations at Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area.