Canyonlands National Park Needles District Group Campsites

Buckboard Campground, MANTI-LASAL National Forest, UT, USA

Nestled within the enchanting Manti-La Sal National Forest, Buckboard Campground invites adventurers to experience the perfect blend of mountain serenity and outdoor excitement. Here, beneath a canopy of shimmering aspens and stately Gambel oaks, campers discover a gateway to endless exploration—from meandering hiking trails that reveal hidden vistas to pristine fishing spots where time seems to slow. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in morning encounters with grazing deer, while off-road enthusiasts can challenge themselves on rugged mountain trails that wind through this spectacular high-country landscape.

365 N Main St, Monticello, UT, 84535

Gather your tribe at Superbowl Group Site, where adventure meets community in the heart of Utah's canyon country. This spacious wilderness retreat welcomes groups of 10 to 30 adventurers, perfectly positioned as your basecamp for exploring the legendary Indian Creek recreation areas and the awe-inspiring Canyonlands National Park. While the amenities embrace simplicity—picnic tables scattered beneath protective shade structures, a central fire ring for evening gatherings, and clean vault toilets—the real luxury here is the unparalleled access to some of the Southwest's most spectacular landscapes.

BLM Monticello Field Office, 365 N Main St, Monticello, UT 84535

Nestled in the heart of Bears Ears National Monument's Indian Creek corridor, Superbowl Campground offers an authentic desert camping experience for those seeking solitude and adventure. This primitive, first-come, first-served destination welcomes travelers with 37 thoughtfully spaced campsites, each complete with its own tent/trailer space, picnic table, and fire ring beneath the vast Utah sky. While vault toilets provide basic amenities, the campground's remote nature means you'll need to arrive self-sufficient with water and supplies—a small price for the profound connection to this ancient landscape.

BLM Monticello Field Office, 35 N Main St, Monticello, UT 84535

Nestled in the heart of the Indian Creek area within Bears Ears National Monument, Creek Pasture Campground offers an authentic desert camping experience with 32 spacious sites welcoming both tent campers and trailer enthusiasts. This first-come, first-served sanctuary provides the essentials for a memorable outdoor adventure – each site comes equipped with its own picnic table and fire ring, perfect for evening gatherings under star-filled skies. While vault toilets ensure basic comfort, visitors should note that bringing their own water supply is essential, as the campground embraces a more primitive, back-to-nature approach that allows you to truly disconnect and immerse yourself in the raw beauty of the high desert.

2282 SW Resource Blvd, Moab, UT 84532, USA

Escape to The Needles Campground, a hidden gem tucked into the southern reaches of Canyonlands National Park where solitude meets spectacular scenery. This tranquil desert retreat offers two distinct camping experiences: the spontaneous adventure of Loop A's first-come, first-served sites, perfect for last-minute wanderers, and the peace of mind found in Loop B's reservable spots. While amenities remain refreshingly simple and purposefully minimal, the well-maintained facilities provide everything you need for an authentic wilderness experience beneath star-studded skies.

BLM MONTICELLO FIELD OFFICE, PO BOX 7, Monticello, UT 84535, USA

Nestled in the heart of Utah's red rock country, Creek Pasture Group Site welcomes large gatherings of adventurers ready to explore the mystical landscapes of Bears Ears National Monument's Indian Creek Unit. This spacious group campground serves as your basecamp for discovering the wonders of nearby Canyonlands National Park, offering sweeping vistas that stretch to the horizon. Thoughtfully equipped with a welcome shade structure for those warm desert days, a communal fire ring for evening storytelling, modern vault toilet facilities, and ample space for vehicles and trailers, Creek Pasture creates the perfect setting for unforgettable group adventures in one of America's most spectacular desert landscapes.

Moab Field Office, 82 East Dogwood Avenue, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Escape to Windwhistle Campground, where the whisper of desert winds through sandstone canyons creates nature's own symphony. Tucked away in the breathtaking Canyon Rims Recreation Area, this hidden gem offers 15 intimate campsites plus a group gathering space, all cradled against the dramatic backdrop of Roan Bailey Mesa. Here, where ancient stone meets endless sky, you'll discover the perfect sanctuary for stargazers, adventurers, and those seeking respite from the modern world's constant hum.

82 E Dogwood, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Tucked away in Utah's mesmerizing red rock wilderness, Windwhistle Group Site beckons adventurers seeking an authentic desert camping experience. This secluded sanctuary serves as your gateway to the legendary Canyonlands National Park, where ancient stone sculptures tower against endless skies. Perfect for intimate gatherings under the stars, the campground provides essential amenities including sturdy picnic tables, a communal fire ring for evening storytelling, and clean vault toilets. While you'll find seasonal water from May through September, the site maintains its wild character without electric hookups or dump stations—ensuring your connection to nature remains uninterrupted.

BLM Monticello Field Office, 365 N Main St, Monticello, UT 84535

Tucked beneath the shadow of its namesake sandstone monolith, Hamburger Rock Campground offers an authentic desert camping experience in the heart of Bears Ears National Monument. This intimate campground features just 10 sites, each providing a front-row seat to one of Utah's most distinctive geological formations. While the camping here is decidedly primitive—with only the essentials of picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets—the lack of modern amenities is more than compensated by the raw beauty of the surrounding landscape. Visitors should come prepared with their own water and pack out all trash, embracing the leave-no-trace ethos that helps preserve this remarkable wilderness.

BLM MONTICELLO FIELD OFFICE, PO BOX 7, Monticello, UT, 84535, USA

Tucked away in the dramatic Indian Creek Corridor of Bears Ears National Monument, Indian Creek Falls Group Site offers an intimate escape into the heart of the American West. This secluded group camping area draws adventurers from across the globe who seek the raw beauty of Utah's legendary red rock country. Here, where towering sandstone walls frame endless skies, you'll discover a private wilderness sanctuary that perfectly balances rugged adventure with convenient access to the wonders of nearby Canyonlands National Park.

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Perched atop a windswept mesa 56 miles southwest of Moab, Hatch Point Campground beckons those seeking true desert solitude. This remote sanctuary offers uninterrupted views that stretch to the horizon, where red rock meets endless sky. As darkness falls, the campground transforms into an astronomer's paradise, with the Milky Way painting a brilliant arc overhead. With no reservations required and a self-service approach, this pristine location welcomes adventurers ready to disconnect from the world below. Visitors should note that water is no longer available on-site, so bringing adequate supplies is essential for your mesa-top adventure.

2282 Resource Blvd., Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Perched high above the canyon country, Island in the Sky (Willow Flat) Campground offers 12 intimate campsites where adventurers can experience the raw beauty of Canyonlands National Park. This first-come, first-served sanctuary operates year-round, welcoming those who seek solitude among the stars and sandstone. Each site comes equipped with essential amenities—a picnic table for sunset dinners, a fire ring for evening gatherings, and a protective shade structure to escape the desert sun. While vault toilets are available, the absence of running water adds to the wilderness experience, requiring visitors to arrive self-sufficient. Just moments away, the Green River Overlook awaits with its legendary dawn and dusk light shows. During peak season from spring through fall, early birds catch more than worms—they secure coveted campsites in this high-desert haven.

Moab Field Office, 82 East Dogwood Avenue, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Nestled in a dramatic red rock valley, The Ledge Campground offers adventurers a gateway to rugged desert exploration across five distinct camping areas and 105 individual sites. This off-road paradise has become a gathering place for ATV, UTV, and 4WD enthusiasts who come to test their machines against the challenging terrain. While the exposed desert landscape provides minimal shade and lacks water hook-ups, the raw beauty and endless trails more than compensate for these rustic conditions.

82 E. DOGWOOD AVE., MOAB FIELD OFFICE, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Tucked away in Utah's red rock wilderness, The Ledge Group Sites offer an authentic backcountry experience that calls to adventurers seeking solitude and challenge. This remote campground serves as basecamp for thrill-seekers ready to tackle legendary four-wheel drive routes and explore hidden slot canyons. The journey here is part of the adventure—narrow switchbacks wind through the desert while seasonal creek crossings test your vehicle's mettle. Due to these demanding access roads, vehicles longer than 22 feet or those pulling lengthy trailers should seek other options. Despite the rugged approach, or perhaps because of it, The Ledge has become a coveted destination for those who crave immersion in the raw beauty of the high desert.

BOX 609, MOAB, Utah, 84532-0609, United States

Perched on a dramatic mesa 2,000 feet above the Colorado River, Dead Horse Point State Park delivers one of the most spectacular panoramas in the American Southwest. Here, the mighty Colorado River carves an elegant gooseneck through layers of ancient stone, creating a natural masterpiece of sculptured pinnacles and towering buttes. The park's well-appointed campgrounds blend modern comfort with raw natural beauty, featuring shaded picnic tables perfect for sunset dinners, pristine flush toilets, and level tent pads that make setting up camp a breeze. For those seeking a unique twist on the camping experience, the park's cozy yurts offer an enticing alternative—each one thoughtfully equipped with bunk beds, comfortable futons, and climate control to ensure year-round comfort under the vast desert sky.

82 E. Dogwood Rd., Moab, UT 84532

Tucked away in Utah's red rock wilderness, Hunter Canyon Group Site offers an intimate escape where towering sandstone walls embrace your campsite. This hidden gem draws adventurers seeking authentic desert experiences, from scaling nearby climbing routes to exploring the winding Hunter Canyon Trail. While the journey here requires navigating rugged dirt roads that test your vehicle's mettle, the reward is a secluded basecamp just minutes from Moab's restaurants and shops. Groups gather around the communal fire ring under star-filled skies, sharing stories at picnic tables while enjoying modern conveniences like a vault toilet—all without sacrificing that coveted off-the-grid feeling.

82 East Dogwood, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Discover your perfect basecamp in the heart of the Colorado River Canyon, where shady cottonwoods provide welcome relief from the desert sun. This intimate campground welcomes tent campers and small trailers to a wonderland of red rock adventure, positioned perfectly between world-class climbing routes and legendary 4WD trails. While amenities remain refreshingly simple with vault toilets and no hookups or water, the authentic canyon camping experience more than compensates—imagine waking to canyon wrens singing as first light illuminates towering sandstone walls.

82 East Dogwood, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Tucked away in the dramatic Colorado River canyon, Jaycee Park Campground offers an intimate escape for tent campers seeking adventure without the crowds. This hidden gem welcomes visitors to its walk-in sites nestled beneath a canopy of cottonwoods and willows—a rare oasis of shade in the desert landscape. While you won't find running water or electrical hookups here, you'll discover something far more valuable: direct access to the legendary Wall Street climbing area and the breathtaking Portal Hiking Trailhead. Clean vault toilets and the peaceful ambiance make this the perfect basecamp for climbers, hikers, and anyone craving a genuine connection with Utah's red rock wilderness.

82 E. DOGWOOD AVE, MOAB FIELD OFFICE, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Tucked into the mouth of a stunning red rock canyon, Moonflower Canyon Group Site offers an enchanting retreat where up to 25 adventurers can gather beneath a canopy of towering cottonwoods. This secluded haven provides all the essentials for memorable group camping—a central fire ring for evening storytelling, sturdy picnic tables for communal meals, and vault toilets for convenience. While you'll need to pack in your own water and haul out your trash to nearby facilities, the raw beauty and tranquility of this primitive site more than compensate for these minor inconveniences.

82 East Dogwood

Discover your desert sanctuary at King's Bottom Campground, where 21 thoughtfully placed campsites await along the legendary Colorado River. Towering canyon walls create a natural amphitheater around this intimate retreat, perfect for those seeking authentic wilderness camping. Choose from 11 secluded walk-in tent sites for the ultimate backcountry experience, or settle into one of the remaining sites with your small RV. While you'll find essential amenities like pit toilets and waste disposal, this is camping as it's meant to be—unplugged and untethered, with no water hookups or electrical connections to interrupt your connection with nature.

Perched high above the red rock wilderness of Moab, this intimate mesa-top retreat offers just seven coveted campsites for those seeking solitude among the canyons. Your high-clearance vehicle will carry you up winding roads to this exclusive escape, where adventure beckons at every turn. With world-renowned Canyonlands National Park and the dramatic precipice of Dead Horse Point State Park as your neighbors, you'll find yourself at the crossroads of Utah's most legendary 4WD trails and mountain biking routes. This is tent camping at its most raw and rewarding—no RVs, no trailers, just you and the vast desert sky.

125 E. Center St., Moab, UT, USA

Perched atop Utah's iconic slickrock terrain, Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites serve as your gateway to an otherworldly landscape where crimson sandstone domes rise like ancient monuments and the snow-capped La Sal Mountains paint the horizon. This high-desert sanctuary has become a mecca for mountain bikers seeking the legendary Slickrock Trail and off-road adventurers drawn to the area's seemingly endless network of challenging routes through sculpted stone corridors.

2282 SW Resource Blvd, Moab, UT 84532, USA

BLM MONTICELLO FIELD OFFICE, PO BOX 7, Monticello, UT, 84535, USA

82 E Dogwood, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

BLM Monticello Field Office, 365 N Main St, Monticello, UT 84535

BLM MONTICELLO FIELD OFFICE, PO BOX 7, Monticello, UT 84535, USA

82 E. DOGWOOD AVE., MOAB FIELD OFFICE, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

BLM Monticello Field Office, 35 N Main St, Monticello, UT 84535

365 N Main St, Monticello, UT, 84535

BOX 609, MOAB, Utah, 84532-0609, United States

BLM Monticello Field Office, 365 N Main St, Monticello, UT 84535

Moab Field Office, 82 East Dogwood Avenue, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

2282 Resource Blvd., Moab, UT, 84532, USA

Moab Field Office, 82 East Dogwood Avenue, Moab, UT, 84532, USA

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MANTI-LASAL

Escape to Warner Lake Campground, where crystal-clear mountain waters meet towering aspens in the heart of the La Sal Mountains. At this alpine retreat, your days unfold with peaceful mornings casting a line into the lake, afternoons paddling across its glassy surface, and evenings on scenic trails that wind through forests alive with birdsong. Here, the views stretch endlessly across mountain peaks and valleys, creating a backdrop that transforms from emerald green in summer to brilliant gold in fall.

Farnsworth Dispersed Camping Area, 23 miles southeast of Salina, Utah

Nestled high in the heart of Fishlake National Forest, Farnsworth Dispersed Camping invites adventurers to experience the untamed beauty of Utah's high country. Here, beneath a canopy of whispering aspens, campers find solitude and simplicity in a pristine mountain setting. The campground embraces a back-to-basics approach with thoughtfully placed vault toilets, an informative kiosk to help orient visitors, and well-maintained gravel roads leading to designated camping spurs. Each site has been carefully designed to minimize environmental impact, allowing you to immerse yourself in nature while practicing Leave No Trace principles that preserve this special place for future generations.

Rex Reservoir, Fishlake National Forest, Utah

Escape to the serene heights of Rex Reservoir Dispersed Camping, where the crisp mountain air of Fishlake National Forest greets you at 7,200 feet. This hidden gem offers adventurers the freedom to choose their perfect campsite along the shimmering waters of Rex Reservoir. Whether you're casting a line at dawn, exploring scenic hiking trails, or navigating the designated OHV routes that wind through the rugged terrain, this dispersed camping area promises authentic outdoor experiences. While embracing the wilderness, you'll find essential amenities including a vault restroom and an informative kiosk to help orient your adventures. As stewards of this pristine landscape, visitors embrace the Leave No Trace ethos, ensuring this natural sanctuary remains unspoiled for generations of outdoor enthusiasts to come.

ALBION BASIN RD, ALTA, UT 84092, USA

Perched at a breathtaking 9,500 feet in the heart of Little Cottonwood Canyon, Albion Basin Campground offers an alpine escape where white pines and quaking aspens frame your mountain adventure. Wake to the possibility of spotting majestic moose grazing in wildflower meadows or mountain goats navigating rocky outcrops above your tent. This high-altitude haven serves as your basecamp for exploring scenic hiking trails and immersing yourself in nature's grand spectacle, including the celebrated annual wildflower displays that transform the basin into a natural kaleidoscope each summer.

HC 70 BOX 15, Torrey, UT, 84775, USA

Nestled within the enchanting Fruita Historic District of Capitol Reef National Park, the Group Campsite offers an oasis of comfort beneath a canopy of shade trees. Picture your group gathering on the expansive grassy lawn, surrounded by centuries-old orchards while towering red rock cliffs paint the horizon. This isn't just a place to pitch your tent—it's a gateway to adventure, complete with sheltered picnic pavilions perfect for evening meals, modern flush toilets, and fresh drinking water. The gentle rustle of fruit tree leaves mingles with distant canyon echoes, creating a soundtrack for unforgettable memories.

1002 Snow Canyon Drive, Ivins, Utah, 84738, United States

Nestled between towering sandstone cliffs and ancient black lava formations, Snow Canyon State Park invites adventurers to experience the raw beauty of Utah's desert landscape. Choose from 14 RV sites equipped with water and electrical hookups, perfect for those seeking comfort in the wilderness, or opt for one of 17 versatile multi-use campsites that bring you closer to nature. Here, where red rock meets volcanic stone, every sunrise paints the canyon walls in brilliant hues while every sunset transforms the landscape into a photographer's dream.

Ashley National Forest

Escape to your own private paradise at Kingfisher Island Boat-in Campground, where eight exclusive tent sites await adventurous souls willing to trade the road for the water. Accessible only by boat along the eastern shore of this secluded island in Flaming Gorge Reservoir, this hidden gem rewards intrepid campers with unparalleled solitude and direct access to world-class fishing waters. Wake to the gentle lapping of waves against the shore, spend your days exploring hidden coves, and fall asleep under a canopy of stars reflected in the vast reservoir below.

138 South Main, PO BOX 129, Loa, Utah, UT 84747, USA

Perched high in the alpine wilderness at 9,000 feet, Mackinaw Campground beckons adventurers seeking refuge among dancing aspen groves and sweeping lake vistas. This mountain sanctuary offers an intimate escape where single-family campers and groups alike can wake to crisp mountain air and fall asleep under a canopy of stars. Whether you're drawn to the shimmering waters of Fish Lake Basin or simply craving the tranquility of high-country camping, Mackinaw delivers an authentic mountain experience where nature's rhythms replace the rush of everyday life.

State Route 25, Fishlake National Forest, UT

Perched beside the shimmering waters of Fish Lake in the heart of Utah's Fishlake National Forest, Bowery Creek Campground offers an alpine escape where paved roads wind through breathtaking lake views. Here, anglers cast their lines at dawn, boats glide across pristine waters, and hikers disappear into trails that promise adventure around every bend. This high-altitude haven combines the convenience of modern camping with the raw beauty of central Utah's wilderness.

BOX 609, MOAB, Utah, 84532-0609, United States

Perched on a dramatic mesa 2,000 feet above the Colorado River, Dead Horse Point State Park delivers one of the most spectacular panoramas in the American Southwest. Here, the mighty Colorado River carves an elegant gooseneck through layers of ancient stone, creating a natural masterpiece of sculptured pinnacles and towering buttes. The park's well-appointed campgrounds blend modern comfort with raw natural beauty, featuring shaded picnic tables perfect for sunset dinners, pristine flush toilets, and level tent pads that make setting up camp a breeze. For those seeking a unique twist on the camping experience, the park's cozy yurts offer an enticing alternative—each one thoughtfully equipped with bunk beds, comfortable futons, and climate control to ensure year-round comfort under the vast desert sky.