This was not my first choice of campgrounds in the area, but proved to be the best for me!

Most other grounds in the area are more primitive and the biggest challenge with that in this area (the desert) is lack of trees/ shade or having to deal with sandy roads, which I’d rather not fret over in my low clearance, 2wd car.

Wahweap has paved roads and several loops on the grounds. Each loop has views of Lake Powell, but please note that the sites themselves are all on sand. Come prepared with a broom, because you’ll be tracking the sand into your tent each time! Also, you really hate having dirty feet, this may not be the place for you. Your feet will be covered in sand 24/7!

People seem to come and go on a nightly basis, so getting a site the “day of” shouldn’t be a problem if you weren’t able to book ahead of time. When I walked in on a Wednesday, I was given the option of about five different sites on one loop alone. Things may be different on a Friday or Saturday though, as many people bring their boats for a weekend romp. If you’d like to rent a watercraft (boat, jet ski, etc) while you’re here, you 100% should do that ahead of time.

It seems like all loops have a mix of tents and RVs/ campers. Each loop also has a bathroom with real plumbing toilets, sinks and electrical outlets. Really nice fire rings at each site! There are a few small trees on each loop, but not necessarily at every site, so check your site out before committing to ensure you’re able to have the shade coverage you desire.

There is a shower house located at the front of the grounds, next to the registration building/ camp store. Heads up that they are paid showers though!! There is also a mini laundromat in this same area, which was super convenient. The camp store is stocked with everything you’d need, but the prices are a bit crazy ($10 for firewood!), so load up on things in town if you can.

Cell/ data service down on the campgrounds is spotty. I usually park at the Wahweap Overlook, about two miles away within the park, each night to use my phone for a bit. Also a great place to watch the sun rise or set!!