Top Tent Camping near Montezuma Creek, UT

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Best Tent Sites Near Montezuma Creek, UT (9)


Recent Tent Reviews In Montezuma Creek

472 Reviews of 9 Montezuma Creek Campgrounds


  • Kim S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park
    Oct. 27, 2024

    Morefield Campground — Mesa Verde National Park

    Tons of sites

    While kind of on the pricier side for campgrounds I really enjoyed my 2 nights there in early Oct 24. Easy access to get on the road to the cliff dwellings early in the day, flush bathrooms, tons of sites, trails nearby, a little center with a store, cafe, gas, and most importantly showers. 

    They let you pick your site which is nice so I got a site with a flat spot for my rooftop tent, but some sites are definately more geared to tent camping, but there are tons of site options.

    Would stay again.

  • EThe Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Abajo Flat Camp
    Oct. 25, 2024

    Abajo Flat Camp

    Pretty location, quite a bit of noise

    We stayed here during hunting season, noticeable amount of noise in the very early hours of the morning due to this. On a clear night you can see an amazing amount of stars!

  • Corvid C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood RV Park
    Oct. 23, 2024

    Cottonwood RV Park

    A great place

    A meticulously maintained park with lots of room, some shady trees, and level sites. Views of the beautiful red cliffs.

  • Rick P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Devils Canyon Campground
    Oct. 18, 2024

    Devils Canyon Campground

    Quiet stopover

    Just stayed one night but the site/roads had been recently repaved and park was being updated. Tall pines, good hiking and quiet surroundings made for a good overnight stay.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Mexican Hat Rock
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Mexican Hat Rock

    Incredibly Surprised

    Never in my life have I heard of Mexican Hat, let alone the rock it’s named after. Jeez this place was cool, the river was beautiful, the dispersed camping areas were great under the stars, and that dang Mexican Hat Rock juxtaposed to the unforgiving sea of desert just put a huge smile on my face.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Valley of the Gods Road Dispersed
    Oct. 8, 2024

    Valley of the Gods Road Dispersed

    Peaceful and Amazing Views

    Very easy to drive on road, we took a 2WD car and had no issues. Plenty of spots so you’ll always find a place to camp for the night.

    Great views at every spot and barely any road noise from the highway. Good AT&T coverage.

    No fires allowed here so keep that in mind

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cadillac Ranch RV Park
    Oct. 7, 2024

    Cadillac Ranch RV Park

    Wonderful!

    Very nice RV park. They have done alot of improvements so everything is clean and new. All pull through sites, level sites, a new bath house with large showers and laundry facilities. The only complaint is that there is not much shade, but they have planted trees, so are trying. The manager/caretaker is busy everyday working on keeping the property nice & in good working condition. Very nice and accommodating. We would definitely stay again.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Hummingbird Campground
    Oct. 6, 2024

    Hummingbird Campground

    Nice and quiet campground

    The campground is small, which makes it nice and quiet. We enjoyed the beautiful starry night! And they made us a delicious Navajo taco dinner which you can request beforehand. We highly recommend this campground.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hummingbird Campground
    Oct. 1, 2024

    Hummingbird Campground

    Perfect place to see Monument Valley

    Camping is rustic but very quiet and sites are very close with little privacy. Host is very nice and helpful.

  • Bryan P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Goosenecks State Park
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Goosenecks State Park

    Amazing Canyon Rim Camping

    Gorgeous Views literally camping on the rim of a 1000 foot high cliff overlooking the goosenecks of the San Juan river below. No designated campsites. Just pick your spot along the canyon rim. Great place for trailers / campers. I wouldn't want to camp here in tent. 

    Pros:

    Easy drive in and pull up to a spot. 

    Dark sky area so you can get some amazing night photography shots

    Close to other attractions including Valley of the Gods, Muley Point (which would also be a fun campsite), Monument Valley (a bit further afield), etc. 

    The canyon below is stunning and the goosenecks are quite remarkable

    Cons: 

    This is not a site for small children. You are literally camping several feet away from a 1000 foot cliff. 

    You are on top of a mesa and we had some strong winds blowing across. 

    The terrain is very flat, but is also rocky. I would not want to set up a tent on the rocks and/or fight the wind with a tent. 

    The pit toilets are reasonably clean, but only located by the park entrance gate. So if you park further along the rim, you either need your own facilities, you have a very long walk, or you are driving back and forth over the rocky road (disturbing all of the other campers along the way). 

    The last observation is that while the goosenecks are truly incredible, especially from the main lookout spot, the color of the rocks in the canyon aren't as varied as other places (i.e., compared to Dead Horse Point State Park). As a photographer, I kept hoping the coloring would be more captivating once the light shifted, shadows moved, etc., but that never happened. Go in with the right expectations and you won't be disappointed.

  • Bryan P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cottonwood/Elk Mountain Road Dispersed Campsite
    Sep. 30, 2024

    Cottonwood/Elk Mountain Road Dispersed Campsite

    Easy access from UT95 in Bears Ears National Monument (BLM Land)

    We were unable to find any open spots at Comb Wash Campground on the south side of the road. And the spot we found on the north side was full of sticker weeds. Yuck. Ain't nobody got time for that. So we headed up the road toward blanding until we saw a camping sign and drove a short ways up the road and found a turn out.

    This is basically a convergence of several old roads. It was rather dusty/sandy. But grasses rather than sticker weeds. Cottonwood trees are in the wash below the spot. It was big enough that several vehicles could easily share this spot. A larger RV *might* do OK pulling in here. 

    I've checked and it is BLM land, part of the Bear's Ears National Monument. Their general rule is to allow dispersed camping off of any existing road within the monument area. Additional spots are definitely available off this road or its shoot-offs. 

    This is a great, secluded spot. The only reason for the 4 stars is that it isn't really a room with a view sort of location.

  • Carol B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hovenweep National Monument
    Sep. 29, 2024

    Hovenweep National Monument

    A treasure! Interesting place and lovely campsite

    Hovenweep is a national monument with small but modern quiet campgrounds. The dark skies for amazing stars are spectacular. While they do not have showers, their bathrooms were clean and convenient to the loop of campsites. It was quiet and the rangers were friendly and warm. The Hovenweep monument archeological treasures are well worth scheduling a few hours to hike and visit. There are several ancient structures on the site (a small canyon) and the hikes are short and sooooo worth doing.

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Foy Lake Rd Fishing/Camping Site
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Foy Lake Rd Fishing/Camping Site

    Foy lake/Spring Lake Dispersed

    Sign at hwy Jct notes Foy Lake, however all the maps call this Spring Lake.

    Paved road all the way to the single vault toilet. The lake is a small fishing lake and fenced off from camping and cattle. Free dispersed camping scattered around, some are very large and big rig friendly but access roads can be rough rocky or have clay and could be muddy if wet. Elv is 8200 with views to north to the La Sal mtns and down into the Canyonlands needles area. Access from either Monticello or hwy #211 is all paved. Only a single vault toilet, no dumpsters, no water, no tables. Cell signal is possible depending on your camp location.

  • Greg L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pine Flat Dispersed Camping Area
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Pine Flat Dispersed Camping Area

    Pine Ridge Flat free dispersed

    Nice large area, lots of spur roads going to many dispersed camps. Roads have clay so some low spots can be mud holes after rains. Area is at 8850 elv, seems popular for hunting in the fall so be aware from Sept on. Vegetation is mostly oak brush and scattered pine trees and aspen. Cell signal on T-Mobile was almost useless for downloads. This area has a paved road all the way from Monticello, about 8 miles back to town. No toilets, no dumpsters and no water. Two developed FS CGs are close by but seems to have an aggressive approach to dispersed campers using the dumpsters.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Abajo Peak Hill Road, Utah - Dispersed Campsite
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Abajo Peak Hill Road, Utah - Dispersed Campsite

    Peaceful site up Abajo hill road

    A few campsites dotted here and there. The site of this particular one is a couple miles up the road 2wd can easily reach. Established firepit and was perfect for a drive-in OHV. Could fit an RV at a squeeze.

  • Dallas H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mexican Hat Rock
    Sep. 13, 2024

    Mexican Hat Rock

    Quiet and lots of cool landscapes

    Not free anymore but still an enjoyable experience. I was the only camper there on a weekday.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Ancient Cedars Mesa Verde RV Park
    Sep. 10, 2024

    Ancient Cedars Mesa Verde RV Park

    Extremely strict cancellation policy

    Made a Rez 5 months ago and didn’t see the fine print cancellation policy stating 14 days out no refund. I had to make new plans due to unforeseen circumstances and called to find out that 13 days out is too bad for me. Not any concessions or credits for future stays, nada zilch. So for a slow time of year they just print money hoping no sees their fine print. I’m a business man and I’ve always seen rules as an opportunity to make someone’s day not motivation to make negative reviews. Maybe I’m old school but there was zero expense on their part and 5 months of cash holding for them. I guess their business is doing so well that they send people the other direction when looking for a place to stay

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from The Views RV Park & Campground
    Sep. 6, 2024

    The Views RV Park & Campground

    Views

    Don’t let the dilapidated mobile home near the entrance scare you away. This place is super well maintained. Every site is well thought out and has great hookups. I thought a plug water and sewer was pretty uniform. Our site had a pedestal with 20/30/50 amp and then another with 30 20 feet further into the site. Lots of shade. The sites along the south edge of the property have amazing views of the Cortez valley and Sleeping Ute Mountain. Really nice communal fire pit, dog park and some trails too. Some sites have a beautiful brick fire ring too.

  • Sebastian H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Coral Sands RV Park
    Sep. 4, 2024

    Coral Sands RV Park

    Charming place

    Great place to stay, large trees provide some shade and the bathroom is an actual room, very comfortable. Hummingbirds fly around the small garden near the office and the highly recommended Comb Ridge restaurant is just around the corner.

  • marine J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Recapture Reservoir Dispersed PullOff - Blanding Utah
    Sep. 2, 2024

    Recapture Reservoir Dispersed PullOff - Blanding Utah

    Perfect for an overnight stay close to Blanding Utah

    Several spots on N Radio Hill Rd E off the 191 a few miles north of Blanding Utah. Paved road. Very quiet. Perfect for an overnight stay on your way to Moab. Some spots are very spacious. Access to the reservoir with boat landing. Trash container at the end of the road.



Guide to Montezuma Creek

Camping near Montezuma Creek, Utah, offers a unique experience with stunning landscapes and a variety of campgrounds to choose from. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or an adventurous getaway, this area has something for everyone.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Seclusion: Many campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere. One reviewer at Dispersed Mexican Hat Camping said, "It was very hot, but not much you can do about that… beautiful setting with many dispersed sites available."
  • Stargazing: The clear skies in this region make for incredible stargazing. A visitor at Valley of the Gods Dispersed Camping remarked, "Stayed one night and saw amazing stars in the sky."
  • Natural Beauty: Campers love the stunning views. One reviewer at Goosenecks State Park Campground said, "The canyons and river beneath are very much a sight to see."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Many campgrounds, like Dispersed Mexican Hat Camping, lack basic facilities. A camper noted, "There are toilets but no water."
  • Road Conditions: Some areas require high-clearance vehicles. A visitor at BLM Dispersed on San Juan River mentioned, "The road further down was narrow and very rocky but doable."
  • Pack In, Pack Out: Most campgrounds do not have trash services. One camper at Comb Wash Dispersed Camping Area advised, "Pack in pack out—leave no trace."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for spots with some amenities. Blue Mountain RV Park has clean facilities and a nice atmosphere. One family said, "The office is also a shop of amazing jewelry and pottery and other great items."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games or outdoor toys. A camper at Recapture Reservoir enjoyed paddleboarding, saying, "We paddle boarded in the reservoir and jumped off a few rocks."
  • Stay Hydrated: Since some areas lack water, make sure to bring enough for everyone. A visitor at Hovenweep National Monument mentioned, "You may get up to five gallons of water per person in your party per day."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Road Conditions: RVers should be cautious about road access. A reviewer at Goosenecks State Park Campground noted, "The road gets really really bumpy the farther down the left side you go."
  • Look for Big Rig-Friendly Spots: Campgrounds like Devils Canyon Campground are suitable for larger RVs. One camper said, "RVs well separated from tents, so that made it quieter."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Since some campgrounds lack amenities, it's wise to stock up. A visitor at Sand Island Recreation Area advised, "There is no garbage and water is available seasonally."

Camping near Montezuma Creek, Utah, is a fantastic way to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors. Just be prepared for the unique challenges and rewards this beautiful area has to offer!

Frequently Asked Questions

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Montezuma Creek, UT is Canyons of the Ancients, Sand Canyon (Road 4725) with a 3.8-star rating from 5 reviews.

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