Established Camping
Horseshoe Bend 9 Mile Campsite — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Horseshoe Bend 9 Mile Campsite is located near Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in Arizona. The terrain consists of rocky landscapes and desert surroundings. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the iconic Horseshoe Bend and Lake Powell, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.
Description
National Recreation Area
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Do not boat below the cable downstream from the Lees Ferry launch ramp. There are dangerous rapids below the cable. Downstream waters are restricted. A permit is required from Grand Canyon National Park to float this section of the river.
Camping is limited to 14 days. Camping is permitted in designated areas only. There are five designated areas, marked with signs, on a first-come, first-served basis. Upriver campsites are provided with toilets and fire pits. All campsites are located well above the river and require a short walk from your boat. This is to prevent camps from being damaged by high water releases.
Fires are permitted only in the fireplaces provided or in portable fire pans. No ground fires are allowed. If portable fire pans are used, all burned charcoal must be carried out. Collection of wood is prohibited.
Carry out all litter and garbage. There is no regular garbage collection upriver. Plastic litter bags are available free of charge at the ranger station. Dumpsters are available at the launch ramps for garbage disposal.
Federal law prohibits the disturbance, defacement, or removal of historic or archeological sites. Do not deface rocks and cliffs. Do not disturb plants or animals, and do not feed wildlife.
There are no fees or permits required to camp upriver. Entrance fees and vessel use fees apply.
Location
Horseshoe Bend 9 Mile Campsite — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area is located in Arizona
Coordinates
36.87937601 N
111.51787797 W
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 56 min from Flagstaff
- 2 hrs 29 min from St. George
- 3 hrs 9 min from Prescott Valley
- 3 hrs 30 min from Farmington