Canyonlands National Park's Airport A Backcountry Campsite sits within the Island in the Sky district and requires a permit, issued at the visitor center before arrival. High clearance 4x4 access is mandatory; the route is also manageable by dirt bike or a capable mountain bike. No shade exists on site, so sun protection and extra water are essential. The campsite draws strong demand during peak season. Campers comparing tent sites around Canyonlands National Park will find this one among the more logistically demanding options in the area. For a nearby alternative, Gooseberry Backcountry Campsite — Canyonlands National Park lies roughly 4.6 miles south.
Description
If you're planning an overnight trip into the backcountry of Canyonlands National Park or the Orange Cliffs Unit of Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, you must have a permit. Canyonlands National Park issues permits for the Orange Cliffs Unit, which shares Canyonlands' western boundary and the same backcountry management plan, permits, and reservation system.
You must have a printed and signed permit in your possession during your entire trip. A permit is not valid from any mobile device.
BACKCOUNTRY PERMITS Day-Use Permits Overnight Permits River Permits Horse/Stock Permits
Advance reservations are not required but we strongly recommend it. Overnight permits are very competitive for White Rim trips in spring and fall and Needles backpacking trips in spring. For these activities, we recommend you apply as early as possible. Space is limited. Any campsites and permits not reserved in advance may be made available first-come, first-served at visitor centers.
Reservation Info
All backcountry overnight campsites and areas become available on a seasonal basis, four months before the start of the season.
Spring permits (March 10 – June 9) open November 10. Summer permits (June 10 – September 9) open February 10. Fall permits (September 10 – December 9) open May 10. Winter permits (December 10 – March 9) open August 10. Permits will open at 8 am MT.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsAirport A Backcountry Campsite is located in Utah near Moab
Coordinates
38.39291979 N
109.79514955 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 110 users
- VerizonPossible CoverageVerified by 251 users
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 111 users
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
Drive Time
- 4 hrs 54 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 6 hrs 19 min from Provo, UT
- 6 hrs 46 min from Farmington, NM
- 6 hrs 50 min from Salt Lake City, UT
