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Reviewed Mar. 17, 2021

Love this place!

Beautiful campground in a spectacular setting. I camped for two nights and enjoyed hiking Paria Canyon and the trail on the Colorado River.

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kate B., March 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kate B., March 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kate B., March 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kate B., March 17, 2021
Reviewed Oct. 29, 2020

Beach

Located on a bluff above the Colorado River and surrounded by canyon cliffs. Great beach across the street for fishing, swimming or kayaking. About two miles beyond, is a put in place for white water rafting. Several good hiking choices. Sites have sun shades, tables and fire rings. Water, trash, bathrooms (no shower) and dump station available. Boat Tail Grackles were very friendly. Great spot.

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2020

near the water!

During a quick get away to Glen Canyon for a couple days to do some hiking, this was a campground we stumbled across. I made a note to come back to it since I really liked the setting. Being near the water is not too prevalent in the area, so getting to camp so near water would be a treat! This campground is very close to Lake Powell, so if you cannot get a houseboat to stay on this is your next best option :) 

The sites lack privacy, but seem to have an adequate amount of space. Not a huge campground- definitely less than 100 sites, possibly even less than 50. Many RV's, camper vans, and trailers.  Ground would be pretty level for setting up a tent, but I'd recommend sleeping pads because it looks hard. 

This is such a unique are and there are tons of things to do. Horseshoe Bend is even cooler than in photos! The Rainbow Bridge is a really good hike. If you have the ability or desire to rent a water craft and see the area from the water I highly recommend it.  Though I did not go on a boat tour, there are a few in the area that seemed quite popular. It is interesting looking from the water to see the shoreline-worth at least a couple hours.  Nearby is Coyote Gulch that was a fantastic hike with waterfalls!   

Definitely an area you can visit more than once since there is so much to do!

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Sara S., June 30, 2020
Reviewed Nov. 30, 2019

Good spot 👍🏽

The campsites were close together but the amazing views and the closeness to the water made up for it. We stayed here a night before rafting and fishing on the river, and it was a great choice because we drove just a couple of minutes from the site right to the docks to start fishing and rafting!

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Joffrey H., November 30, 2019
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Reviewed Nov. 6, 2019

Views of the Colorado River

This is a very quiet, small campground, well maintained. We pulled in at 3 pm and had a good choice of sites, but by sunset it was almost full. Short walk down to the river! Most sites have a picnic table and awning; all sites have a fire pit / BBQ. Gorgeous dark skies and stunning sunsets.

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Pamela D., November 6, 2019
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Pamela D., November 6, 2019
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Pamela D., November 6, 2019
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Pamela D., November 6, 2019
Reviewed Mar. 2, 2019

A little pricey but well worth it--beautiful, quite place with basics

I generally try to avoid paid campgrounds but there are few options, even in the off-season, in this area, and we were driving late into the day, so it was a relief to get to this campground, and even more pleasant to wake up here the next morning. The area is beautiful, the campground is pleasant and you have all the luxuries a paid campground should offer--water, picnic tables, toilets, fire pits, etc. About 45 minutes from Page, and if you are headed for the North Rim of the Grand Canyon this would be a good stop (though not in the winter, as the North Rim is closed dec to mid-may.

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Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Chloe H., March 2, 2019
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Chloe H., March 2, 2019
Reviewed Oct. 16, 2018

One of my all time favorites

Lees Ferry Campground 54 designated sites. No hookups. RV dump station. Grills provided, no open fires. Quiet time 10 pm-6 am. Modern bathroom/comfort station. Potable water available. Launch ramp within 2 miles. Gas and supply store at Marble Canyon, about 5 miles away. No reservations. $20 per site per night.

Spend your days fishing, boating, or rafting, and spend your nights camping at Lee's Ferry Campground on the banks of the Colorado River.

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Kevin C., October 16, 2018
Reviewed Sep. 2, 2018

Must See but little Shade

Fantastic campground if you’re on your way to Grand Canyon, Antelope, or Southern Utah.

This campground sits on a hill overlooking the majestic Colorado River. Lee’s Ferry is the primary take-off Point for rafting the mighty Colorado.

This is a typical fee campground, yet can be quite popular so Rangers frequent the area often. Camp grounds and decently spaced, and come with grill, picnic table, and a little Ramada. BEWARE, Ramada and camp ground area offer MINIMAL shade, so bring an extra tarp or shade set up.

About a quarter mile hike from the camp ground is a beautiful beach area, with sand and all. It is the Colorado, so know the water temp stays low and cold even when it’s 115 degrees out! Swimming is an absolute, but other caution is force of the water, so watch the little ones!

There are also endless hikes in the surrounding slot canyons. Lee’s Ferry is very dog and kid friendly, but keep your pup on leash as those Park Rangers are always out (yes I felt need for second warning)

I have always encountered extra friendly campers here, and there are pit toilets.

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Jacob W., September 2, 2018
Reviewed Jun. 8, 2018

Well maintained NPS campground near Colorado River

Thisis a no reservations campground there were plenty of sites on a Sunday afternoon. Cost is $20….only $10 with NPS senior pass.

No showers and no hookups but there are clean bathrooms and potable water. The picnic tables have a cabana for protection from wind and dust/sand. We had a site overlooking the Colorado River. The campground is a loop so not all sites overlook the river.

There are areas for hiking nearby. Lee's Ferry historic area and Lonely Dell Ranch are easy walks. The Spencer Trail is a good hike up a mountain. And then there is Cathedral Wash. One hike takes you toward the Vermilion Cliffs and the other to the Colorado River. The one to the river is more challenging; you really have to pay attention to the cairns because you're in the wash as well as climbing above it. On the way back, there was a one moment of….did we really come down in this spot and how will we get back up!

Not much food nearby. Marble Canyon restaurant was pretty good.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Mary S., June 8, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Mary S., June 8, 2018
Reviewed May. 22, 2018

Hot, hot, hot! But beautiful views of Marble Canyon and the Colorado River

We arrived in the middle of the night after failing to find available campsites elsewhere after a long day at Zion National Park. It was still in the 80's. What ensued was a hot, buggy night. The nice thing is, there are sun/wind shelters - I believe at every site. You couldn't deny the beauty of the area, and we walked down to the Colorado River (about a 10 minute walk/hike) to rinse off. Be careful if you do this - we anchored ourselves together and took wide stances - the current is fast and strong here. The water was COLD to the point of being breathtaking in stark contrast to the miserably hot day. The bathroom was fine; running water and flush toilets. Overall nothing to scream about, and I would choose to camp on the shore of Lake Powell - a short drive away - any day (cooler; swimmable water nearby; overall more pleasant)

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Hannah W., May 22, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Hannah W., May 22, 2018
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Hannah W., May 22, 2018
Reviewed Mar. 15, 2018

A great get away!

We spent seven days at the National Park camp ground. With our Golden Access card we paid $10 a night. We used our Generator and Solar for there are no hook ups. Boondocking is our chosen way of camping and this campground offered everything we require. The Rangers were friendly even when they confronted me for using a metal detector when I was trying to assist our neighbor locate a lost key. I was told that under no circumstances can a metal detector be used which I understand and quickly complied. We found the missing key and all was well. We will differently stay at this campground again. Maybe as soon as this fall.

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Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Trey R., March 15, 2018
Reviewed Sep. 1, 2016

Basic camping

Lees Ferry was a nice stop on the way from Utah heading to Grand Canyon National Park. Nothing too crazy to rave about, except for the view! Campsite was $18 for a primitive tent site for the night but there are no reservations so it's essentially first come basis. It looked like there were maybe 50 sites in total. If you get there early enough can you get a nice view of the river below. Although there were no amenities besides bathrooms, it was a good option for a one night stopover for us. Got pretty windy in the evening so make sure you have tent stakes or at least heavy bags to keep it down. This campsite is very close between Horseshoe bend and Marble Canyon (both a must see if heading through).

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Mark C., September 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Mark C., September 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Mark C., September 1, 2016
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Mark C., September 1, 2016
Reviewed Aug. 12, 2016

Beautiful stars

I stayed here one night the camp ground is nice enough. It has some shade which was nice because it was over 100 degrees. However at night it was the most beautiful stars I have every seen.

  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Maddy D., August 12, 2016
  • Review photo of Lees Ferry Campground — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area by Maddy D., August 12, 2016