This US Forest Service campground sits within forested terrain in Manti-La Sal National Forest, with no pets allowed on the property. The facility operates under established campground protocols, though specific details about sites, amenities, and reservation requirements remain limited in available records.
Campers planning trips to the Monticello area will find camping near Monticello includes several alternatives. Buckboard provides another forest service option roughly three miles northeast for those wanting different amenities or pet-friendly policies.
Description
The Abajo - Harts Draw Recreation Area is located in southeastern Utah west of Monticello, south of Canyonlands National Park and north of Blanding, Utah. The area extends from the east Forest boundary to the Cottonwood Road on the west and from the north to south Forest boundaries. The closest access is from US 191, SR 211 near Harts Draw, and Monticello. It features wonderful views of the Abajo (Blue) Mountains, including Horsehead Mountain and the highest peak in the range, Abajo Peak at 11,360 feet. It features a network of trails, scenic drives, camping, and opportunities for back-country skiing and snowmobiling.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsAbajo is located in Utah near Monticello
Directions
From the intersection of Main St and 200 S in Monticello, Utah, head west on 200 S for about 0.26 miles. Turn slightly southwest onto Abajo Dr. Travel on Abajo Dr. for about 2.0 miles until you get to the Manti-La Sal National Forest boundary, where you will enter the Abajo-Harts Draw Recreation Area.
Coordinates
37.85100014 N
109.49500018 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 52 min from Farmington, NM
- 3 hrs 9 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 34 min from Provo, UT
- 4 hrs 41 min from Flagstaff, AZ



