Campground

Upper Big Bend Campground

Bureau of Land Management · Moab · Utah — managed by Bureau of Land Management

First-come, first-served — no online reservations

About this campground

Campsites tucked along the Colorado River Canyon with spectacular views suitable for tent camping. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. This campground is popular with climbers visiting the Big Bend Bouldering Area, a short walk away. (Do not enter the river without the required life jackets; it has dangerous under currents.) Individual Sites: 8 Fees: $20/night Water: No Toilets: Yes Hook-ups: No

Getting there

From the junction of Hwy. 191 & Hwy 128, drive east 8.1 miles along the Colorado River on Highway 128. The campground area will be on the left.

Elevation
4,009 ft
Contact
(435) 259-2100

Activities

  • BOATING
  • CLIMBING
  • CAMPING
  • HIKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.