For whatever reason, Margie and I have never been on highway 12 in central Utah. I'm not concerned that it may be narrow, steep, winding, and slow, but we are traveling and I'd like to maximize my sightseeing time instead of campsite searching. What I'm seeking are your boondocking recommendations along the route from Panguitch to Torrey.BTW - BLM has a pretty good information site with their recommendations...BLM's Central Utah Camping Information Page

Just East of Red Canyon (before you get to Bryce), there are several nice boondocking opportunities.Escalante is almost all boondocking.Some nice spots just East of Boulder on the Burr Trail.Up in the forest, N. of Boulder, are many sites.Check out Ultimate Campgrounds

It's winding, steep, narrow and slow. With scenery like this, you don't want to rush!

I just spent 2 months up in that area, this spring. It is spectacular and so many places to boondock to count. The only limitation is the rig you bring with you. The road is narrow and steep in someplaces like around MP 27, but most will do very well. Enjoy and stay off the back roads when it is rainy, or stay put until it is dry enough to get moving. b

Subscribing, 'cause I plan to take hwy 12 later this summer :).

Escalante area, if it's hot go up on Boulder mountain, if it's on the cool side head down the Burr Trail. Lot's of great camping in that area, one of our favorite area's. You can take the road out of Escalante that goes over Boulder Mt. and comes out in Loa just west of Torrey, many camping spots, might try Posey Lake if you want a CG. Campground in Torrey is great place to dump and get a good shower if you've been boondocking up on Boulder Mountain, which has a lot of Aspen to camp in.

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pnichols
Explorer II
May 25, 2015
Well I don't know about Highway 12 in Utah - we'd like to travel it eventually - but a couple of hours ago we just went through the old part of Newport, OR in our widebody Class C on Memorial Day ... and if one can weave an RV through there with vehicles every whichway, then Highway 12's lane widths should be a piece of cake.

P.S. The lanes in Cades Cove are pretty much horse and buggy width for an RV, too.
Off_Pavement
Explorer II
May 26, 2015
Thanks all for your suggestions.
Mello_Mike
Explorer
May 27, 2015
I just returned from that area. This was my 6th visit and one of my favorite areas to explore. The entire route passes through and is surrounded by both the Dixie National Forest and the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. The boondocking opportunities in both "areas" is unlimited.
uintafly
Explorer
May 27, 2015
Highway 12 is a great road through some amazing areas. The road however only gives a glimpse as to what is out there. While the views are great from the road, do yourselves a favor and find a spot to stay a few days and drop into the canyons and really explore. If you are in a position physically to put a few miles under your feet you can find some of the most amazing places in my opinion. Whatever you do, have fun!
2oldman
Explorer II
May 31, 2015
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