Open desert under blue sky

Activity

Tent CampingPrimitive

Site Info

BLM CampgroundFirst Come, First Served

Amenities

Fishing AccessHiking Trails

Beartrap Canyon Wilderness

UT · BLM Campground · BLM

Beartrap Canyon Wilderness is a blm campground Utah. This primitive-level campground offers tent camping. No fees. Amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

At a Glance

Site Type

BLM Campground

Hookups

None

Experience

Primitive

Fees

Free

Season

Year-Round

Pets

Unknown

Cell Service

poor

Poor Cell Signal

Spotty coverage — may work in some areas

Verizon: weakAT&T: weakT-Mobile: none

About This Location

Beartrap Canyon Wilderness offers a rugged, off-the-grid escape bordering Zion National Park. Perfect for self-sufficient tent campers, this primitive 40-acre site features steep terrain, scenic headwaters, and direct access to untamed trails. Adventurers seeking solitude and raw, untouched Utah beauty will find this secluded destination an ideal wilderness retreat.

Experience true solitude at Beartrap Canyon Wilderness, a rugged 40-acre BLM parcel bordering the pristine Kolob Canyons section of Zion National Park. This primitive, year-round destination is perfect for self-sufficient tent campers seeking an authentic, off-the-grid escape. The landscape features steep, dramatic slopes and serves as the headwaters for tributaries flowing through the picturesque Bear Trap Canyon, which includes a rare segment of a National Wild and Scenic River. With direct access to untamed hiking trails and secluded fishing spots, this site is ideal for adventurers looking to explore the quiet, raw beauty of Utah’s wilderness away from the crowds. Pack light and leave no trace.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I access Beartrap Canyon Wilderness?
Beartrap Canyon Wilderness is a campground in Utah. There is no fee to camp. First-come, first-served only.
What types of camping are available at Beartrap Canyon Wilderness?
Beartrap Canyon Wilderness supports tent camping.
What amenities are at Beartrap Canyon Wilderness?
On-site amenities include fishing access, hiking trails.

Location data: BLM · Weather: National Weather Service · Coordinates: 37.4256, -113.0890

Quick Facts

State
Utah
Region
Southwest
Agency
BLM
Coordinates
37.4256, -113.0890
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