Big John's Flat CUA Dispersed

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Fishlake National Forest

Dispersed camping area · USDA Forest Service · Fishlake National Forest Fees: No fee Reservations: Dispersed camping area, no reservations required. - You need to be self-contained. No amenities are provided; such as water, restrooms or trash cans. - You may camp in a dispersed area for up to 16… Dispersed Camping Area Located just south of the Tushar Mountain Peaks, Big John Flat area is a favorite recreational spot because of its large meadows that have spectacular scenery. This area also offers opportunities for winter sport enthusiasts such as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. Common vegetation includes Engelmann spruce, aspen and fir stands with large meadows. The general terrain is a large meadow encompassed by trees. This area is open to ATV use on designated roads and trails. Please help prevent erosion and soil compaction by staying on roads and main driving trails. Driving on the meadows creates ruts or channels that water flows through, removing topsoil and creating scars that last many lifetimes. Delicate meadow plants can be damaged, leaving less forage for wildlife and leaving the soil unprotected. when riders drive through the trees and around them in… Rules: All motorized travel is restricted to designated travel routes. Cross country travel prohibited. Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/fishlake/recarea/?recid=12121 Source: USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go.