Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

A Rural campground in Utah

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Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground sits among the stunning landscapes of Canyonlands National Park in Utah . With 25 campsites (RV-friendly up to 40 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.

Sites are first-come, first-served , and the best times to visit are May-jul when the weather is most comfortable .

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🏕️ At a Glance

⛺ Sites: 25
🚙 Max RV: 40 feet ft
🏛️ Agency: National Park Service
🚻 Restrooms: Yes
💧 Water: Yes
🐕 Pets: Allowed
🚿 Showers: Yes
🥾 Hiking: Available
🦅 Birding: 100/100 (Pacific Flyway)
⏱️ Stay Limit: 14 days
💲 Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
📅 Reservations: First-come, first-served
🌆 Best Seasons: May-jul
📍 GPS: 38.1688, -109.76
🆔 Facility ID: 251535

💳 Booking & Fees

📅 Reservations: First-come, first-served. View on Recreation.gov →
💵 Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
📋 Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.

⏰ Stay Limit: 14 days
💡 Tip: Book early for peak season (May-jul). Sites can fill up months in advance.

💧 Water Access & Features

💦
Nearest Water Body
Cave Spring
Spring
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📸 Discover the Beauty of Canyonlands National Park

pinnacles of horizontally striped sandstone
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a broad stone arch with rock pinnacles in the distance
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A windy steep dirt road leads up the side of a sandstone cliff. River in background.
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Large reddish pictographs on a lighter red sandstone wall
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a long gravel road with cyclists on it
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a rugged canyon
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Small rounded canyons with large sandstone cliffs and mountains in the background
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit

Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.

🌞 May-jul

🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep

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Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground located in Utah, offering 25 camping sites.

🌌 Dark Sky Conditions

1Bortle
Light Pollution Scale
Pristine Dark Sky - The darkest skies available! Milky Way casts shadows, airglow visible.

Best Viewing Conditions:

🌑 Moon Phase: New moon ± 3 days
⏰ Best Time: 2+ hours after sunset
🌡️ Weather: Clear, low humidity
📅 Season: Fall/Winter typically clearer

Learn more: International Dark Sky Parks Guide | 2026 Astrotourism Calendar

Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

A Rural campground in Utah

🔔 Get Alerts
🎟 Reserve on Recreation.gov
📍 Directions

📍
Location
, Utah
💰
Fees
Fees Apply
⏱
Stay Limit
14 days
🚌
Max RV Length
40 feet
🐾
Pets
Available
📡
Cell Coverage
Verizon: Fair
AT&T: Fair
T-Mobile: Poor

Overview

5 Hours From Moab, Utah, and Sits at an Elevation of Approximately 4,900 Feet (1494 M). 5 Hours From Moab, Utah, and Sits at an Elevation of Approximately 4,900 Feet (1494 M). Maximum Combined Vehicle and Trailer Length Is 28 Feet (8.

Nearby Attractions

Southeastern Utah Offers Breathtaking Scenery, Hiking, Road and Mountain Biking Opportunities, Rafting and Scenic Driving Routes.

the Needles Is a Remote District Located Within the Southern Portion of Canyonlands National Park in Southeastern Utah. the Needles District Is 1.25 Hours Driving Time From Monticello, Utah, and 1.

the Needles Campground Offers Limited Services and Is Best Suited to Tents and Small, Self-Contained Campers and Rvs. If You Are Looking for Group Campsites, Visit the Needles District Group Campground Page.

  • You May Book Individual Campsites in Loop B Up to Six Months in Advance Mid-March Through Mid-November.
  • Loop a Is Available First Come, First Served Only.

Please, Also Read “Facilities” Below and the “Need to Know” Tab for Important Information.

the Needles District’S Extensive Trail System Provides Many Opportunities for Long Day Hikes and Overnight Backpacking Trips. Foot Trails and Four-Wheel-Drive Roads Lead to Such Features As Confluence Overlook, Druid Arch, the Joint Trail and Chesler Park.

the Needles Is a Remote District with Limited Services and No Cell Coverage. the Needles Campground and Group Sites Are Best Suited to Tents and Small, Self-Contained Campers and Rvs. a Seasonal Campground Host (Spring and Fall) Is Located in Loop a of the Campground.

  • Individual Campsites: Drinking Water and Flush Toilets Are Available in the Campground. Picnic Tables and Fire Rings Are Provided at Each Site. There Are No RV Hook-Ups. the Campground Does Not Have Electricity, Showers or a Dump Station.5 M).
  • If You Are Looking for Group Campsites, Visit the Needles District Group Campground Page.

the Campground Contains Stands of Utah Juniper and Pinyon Pine. Flowering Prickly Pear Cacti, Yucca and Other Desert Wildflowers Dot the Landscape in the Spring, Adding to the Vivid Colors of the Surrounding Red Rock Desert. the Needles District Forms the Southeast Corner of Canyonlands National Park and Was Named for the Colorful Spires of Cedar Mesa Sandstone That Dominate the Area. the Park Is Within an Arid, High Desert Environment with Hot Summers and Cold Winters. Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National Monuments and Dead Horse Point and Edge of the Cedars State Parks Are All Within Three Hours Drive of the Needles Campground. Moab, Utah, (1.5 Hours Away) Offers Numerous Restaurants, Shops and Museums.

Charges & Cancellations

Managed by: National Park Service

Site Details

Campsite Information

  • Total Sites: 25
  • Hookup Types: Electric
  • Max RV Length: 40 feet

Amenities

  • 🚻 Restrooms: Available
  • 🚿 Showers: Available
  • 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
  • 💧 Potable Water: Available
  • 🛝 Playground: No
  • 🧺 Laundry: False
  • 📶 WiFi: False
  • 🏊 Swimming: No
  • 🎣 Fishing: No
  • 🛥️ Boating: No
  • 🥾 Hiking: Available

Map & Location

Address & Coordinates

Address:

City: , Utah

Coordinates: 38.1687861, -109.7600389

Area Type: Rural

Phone: 1-888-467-2757

Activities & Attractions

Popular Activities: Hiking|biking|picnic|shower|dump-station|electric|water|fire-ring|trail|group-site|rv|tent

Available Activities:

  • 🎣 Fishing: No
  • 🛥️ Boating: No
  • 🥾 Hiking: Available
  • 🏊 Swimming: No

Regulations & Permits

🔥 Stay Limits & Fees

Maximum Stay: 14 days

Nightly Fee: Fees Apply

Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)

📋 Reservations

Reservations: First Come First Served

Book on Recreation.gov

🌤️ Weather & Climate

92.1°F
Summer High
19.9°F
Winter Low
8.42″
Annual Precip
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
May-jul
Best Visit Time

📱 Connectivity

Verizon

Fair Signal

LTE

AT&T

Fair Signal

LTE

T-Mobile

Poor Signal

4G

📺 Television Reception

Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS

Signal Quality: Fair

Total Stations: 9 stations

Nearest Market: SALT LAKE CITY

Notes: Signals FROM SALT LAKE CITY MARKET

📻 Radio Reception

Total Stations: 18 stations (5 AM, 13 FM)

AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair

Major Formats: Country, ADULT Contemporary, NEWS/TALK

Local News: KSL 1160 Am

Market: SALT LAKE CITY

Notes: 5 AM, 13 FM Stations from Salt Lake City

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Distance: 29.9 miles away

Address: 100 W 200 S, Moab, UT

Network: non-networked

Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772

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Essential Information

Park System Information

Park Classification & Structure

  • Park Type: National Parks
  • Parks Post Name: canyonlands-national-park
  • Parent Park Name: Canyonlands National Park
  • Correct Park Type Mapping: canyonlands-national-park

System Statistics

  • Total Campgrounds in System: 1.0
  • States Covered: Utah
  • Managing Agencies: National Park Service

System IDs & References

  • Parent Organization ID: 128.0
  • Parent Recreation Area ID: 2616
  • Parks Parent Org IDs: 128.0
  • Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 2616

URL Slugs & Navigation

  • State Slug: utah
  • Agency Slug: national-park-service
  • Park Type Slug: national-parks
  • Parent Park Slug: canyonlands-national-park

Additional Park Information

Welcome to Canyonlands National Park! This Beautiful Destination Features 1 Campgrounds Across Utah. Managed by National Park Service, This Location Offers Incredible Camping Opportunities for Every Type of Outdoor Enthusiast.

Data Reference Notes

Managing Agency Slug: national-park-service

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251535 Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground