Montezuma Creek is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Montezuma Creek is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Montezuma Creek. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.
Sand Island campground and recreation Area is located on the north bank of the San Juan River about 3 miles west of Bluff, Utah, on the south side of Highway 191. The 27-site campground is open year round. Campground facilities include drinking water (seasonal, March through October), vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, a day use picnic area, and a boat launch for the San Juan River (permits required). Regular campsites can't be reserved in advance and are "first come, first served" and self-register at the campground. Sites are $15 per night. There is a two car maximum per site. Two group sites for large groups are available to reserve in advance on this site. Search for "Sand Island Group Sites" for more information and to make a reservation.
$8 - $15 / night
Lots of sites, all free, primitive. GREAT views of the Mexican Hat geological features. Good for 2wd cars.
Hovenweep Campground is nestled within the beautiful, sweeping landscape of the Colorado Plateau in Southeast Utah, at an elevation of approximately 5300 ft. The campground is located alongside two converging canyons and is only 1/4 mile (.4km) from the park's visitor center. Stunning views of mountains, canyons, and sandstone ledges adorned with desert plants make for a spectacular camping experience!
Hovenweep offers multiple hikes, with the most popular being the Square Tower Group's 2-mile (3.2km) walking loop. This hike has the densest population of ancestral Puebloan structures within Hovenweep and allows visitors to get within 5-10 feet of them, creating an intimate and humbling experience with fantastic opportunities for photography. For visitors seeking a longer hike, the Holly Trail is conveniently located at the back of the campground and is roughly 8 miles (12.9 km) round-trip, traversing through 2 slot canyons within Keely Canyon and leading visitors to Hovenweep's outlying site, Holly. Additional hikes to Hovenweep's remaining outlying sites are also available, but generally require a higher-clearance vehicle to access and are subject to variable road conditions. Visitors can also enjoy the majesty and vastness of the dark skies and glowing stars here at our certified International Dark Sky Park!
Hovenweep Campground contains 31 campsites that are available for reservation. Ten sites are RV-specific (including 1 accessible site), while the remaining 21 sites have tent pads. Sites provide a wonderful opportunity for a variety of visitors to stay overnight in a peaceful national monument. The campground road is a paved, one-way loop with campsites located on the inner and outer sides, offering a variety of views for campers! Flush toilets are available, but there are no showers. Drinking water is available from May 1 - November 1 (water is available at the visitor center year-round). All campsites contain picnic tables and fire rings with grill grates. All but 4 campsites have shade structures over the picnice tables. The park does not have dump stations or any hook-ups for RVs. Firewood is not available at the campground. Trash, recycling bins, and a receptacle for pet waste bags are located by the restrooms.
The campground is forested with beautiful, established Utah Juniper trees along with many desert wildflowers and plants, dotting the landscape and offering vivid color to the surrounding sandstone ledges and canyons. Spring reveals the majesty of Veined Penstemon, painting our park with pinks, blues and purples, while Fall sparkles with yellow rabbit brush accents. The park is within an arid, high desert environment with hot summers and cold winters. Hovenweep is home to many species of wildlife, ranging from antelope ground squirrels, ravens, and songbirds to coyotes, jack rabbits and lizards. Many nights and mornings are filled with the calls and songs of our local wildlife! This area piques the interest of many wildlife viewers, birders, and artists as they pull inspiration from the natural beauty and welcoming peace of Hovenweep!
Hovenweep is located roughly 45 miles from the nearest town with restaurants and shopping. The closest gas station is located 20 miles from the park, in Aneth, Utah. Our park is located next to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, which is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Canyons of the Ancients offers mountain biking/horseback riding trails, as well as archaeological sites and other areas of interest for visitors to explore. There are also multiple state, national, and tribal parks located within an hour or two's driving distance from Hovenweep.
$20 / night
$10 / night
Major expansion and upgrade completed in August 2023, with additional landscaping coming Spring of 2024!!
What's new?
We are so excited to share all that we have accomplished to make your stay a truly remarkable experience! Come experience this quiet campground with awe inspiring views.
Escape the Moab mobs, Zip away from Zion’s zanies! Come to Bluff and see the Grandeur of Southern Utah without the constant crowds!
Cadillac Ranch RV Park is easy access on and off Hwy 191.
The views from Cadillac Ranch are world class. Our RV Park and Campground are quiet. Be sure to check out the walking/bicycle trail from the back of the park down to the San Juan River.
Tent camping is primitive. No water or electricity to the site. Tent camping sites are located around the side of our pond and have fire rings and picnic tables. There are two dishwashing stations, one at each bathroom/shower building, just a short walk. We provide a wagon at the station to carry your dishes back and forth. Please do not wash dishes in the bathroom sinks or at tent sites. Showers are included for all campers.
Check in at the office for site assignment and wifi password.
$40 - $65 / night
Devils Canyon Campground sits in the Manti-LaSal National Forest of southeast Utah at the foot of the Abajo Mountains. There is water available seasonally from June to September.
Several miles of off-road vehicle trails crisscross the Abajo Mountains. The Camp Jackson/Wagon Wheel Trail can be accessed nearby. The Abajo Loop State Scenic Backway passes by the campground. It leads from the desert floor and red rock canyons to steep mountains over 10,000 feet high, with overlooks and panoramic views. The byway is suitable for passenger vehicles from late spring through fall but is not recommended for large RVs.
The campground contains numerous single-family sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water (seasonal) are provided. Showers are available eight miles south in Blanding. Firewood is limited. Parking spurs are paved. Sites # 1-5 and 8-16 are accessible and have paved areas around the fire pit and picnic table. Sites # 6 & 7 have short trails from parking spur to paved camping area and are not considered accessible. There is a 14 day stay limit at this campground.
Ponderosa pines, pinyon pines and juniper cover the area, offering limited shade. The campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet, and summer temperatures are warm in the day and cool in the evening. Birds, squirrels, chipmunks, mule deer and black bear may be seen in the area.
Popular attractions in the area include Canyonlands, Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, Dark Canyon Wilderness, Edge of the Cedars State Park, Lake Powell and numerous archaeological sites. Evening programs are provided at Edge of the Cedars Museum in Blanding. The San Juan County Fair is held annually in August in Monticello.
$20 / night
Looking for a retreat from the hustle of daily life - where the stars are bright, the air is clear, and the only noise is a nearby owl hooting into the night? BLM Utah provides outstanding camping opportunities for every comfort-level. From remote, backcountry camping to front-country developed sites, you will find the perfect campsite on BLM Utah-managed lands. BLM camping areas provide differing levels of services - plan ahead and be prepared, bring water, and the appropriate means to deal with your trash and human/dog waste.
Sand Island campground and recreation Area is located on the north bank of the San Juan River about 3 miles west of Bluff, Utah, on the south side of Highway 191. The 27-site campground is open year round. Campground facilities include drinking water (seasonal, March through October), vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, a day use picnic area, and a boat launch for the San Juan River (permits required). Regular campsites can't be reserved in advance and are "first come, first served" and self-register at the campground. Sites are $15 per night. There is a two car maximum per site. Two group sites for large groups are available to reserve in advance on this site. Search for "Sand Island Group Sites" for more information and to make a reservation.
$8 - $15 / night
Hovenweep Campground is nestled within the beautiful, sweeping landscape of the Colorado Plateau in Southeast Utah, at an elevation of approximately 5300 ft. The campground is located alongside two converging canyons and is only 1/4 mile (.4km) from the park's visitor center. Stunning views of mountains, canyons, and sandstone ledges adorned with desert plants make for a spectacular camping experience!
Hovenweep offers multiple hikes, with the most popular being the Square Tower Group's 2-mile (3.2km) walking loop. This hike has the densest population of ancestral Puebloan structures within Hovenweep and allows visitors to get within 5-10 feet of them, creating an intimate and humbling experience with fantastic opportunities for photography. For visitors seeking a longer hike, the Holly Trail is conveniently located at the back of the campground and is roughly 8 miles (12.9 km) round-trip, traversing through 2 slot canyons within Keely Canyon and leading visitors to Hovenweep's outlying site, Holly. Additional hikes to Hovenweep's remaining outlying sites are also available, but generally require a higher-clearance vehicle to access and are subject to variable road conditions. Visitors can also enjoy the majesty and vastness of the dark skies and glowing stars here at our certified International Dark Sky Park!
Hovenweep Campground contains 31 campsites that are available for reservation. Ten sites are RV-specific (including 1 accessible site), while the remaining 21 sites have tent pads. Sites provide a wonderful opportunity for a variety of visitors to stay overnight in a peaceful national monument. The campground road is a paved, one-way loop with campsites located on the inner and outer sides, offering a variety of views for campers! Flush toilets are available, but there are no showers. Drinking water is available from May 1 - November 1 (water is available at the visitor center year-round). All campsites contain picnic tables and fire rings with grill grates. All but 4 campsites have shade structures over the picnice tables. The park does not have dump stations or any hook-ups for RVs. Firewood is not available at the campground. Trash, recycling bins, and a receptacle for pet waste bags are located by the restrooms.
The campground is forested with beautiful, established Utah Juniper trees along with many desert wildflowers and plants, dotting the landscape and offering vivid color to the surrounding sandstone ledges and canyons. Spring reveals the majesty of Veined Penstemon, painting our park with pinks, blues and purples, while Fall sparkles with yellow rabbit brush accents. The park is within an arid, high desert environment with hot summers and cold winters. Hovenweep is home to many species of wildlife, ranging from antelope ground squirrels, ravens, and songbirds to coyotes, jack rabbits and lizards. Many nights and mornings are filled with the calls and songs of our local wildlife! This area piques the interest of many wildlife viewers, birders, and artists as they pull inspiration from the natural beauty and welcoming peace of Hovenweep!
Hovenweep is located roughly 45 miles from the nearest town with restaurants and shopping. The closest gas station is located 20 miles from the park, in Aneth, Utah. Our park is located next to Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, which is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. Canyons of the Ancients offers mountain biking/horseback riding trails, as well as archaeological sites and other areas of interest for visitors to explore. There are also multiple state, national, and tribal parks located within an hour or two's driving distance from Hovenweep.
$20 / night
$10 / night
Instant BookMajor expansion and upgrade completed in August 2023, with additional landscaping coming Spring of 2024!!
What's new?
We are so excited to share all that we have accomplished to make your stay a truly remarkable experience! Come experience this quiet campground with awe inspiring views.
Escape the Moab mobs, Zip away from Zion’s zanies! Come to Bluff and see the Grandeur of Southern Utah without the constant crowds!
Cadillac Ranch RV Park is easy access on and off Hwy 191.
The views from Cadillac Ranch are world class. Our RV Park and Campground are quiet. Be sure to check out the walking/bicycle trail from the back of the park down to the San Juan River.
Tent camping is primitive. No water or electricity to the site. Tent camping sites are located around the side of our pond and have fire rings and picnic tables. There are two dishwashing stations, one at each bathroom/shower building, just a short walk. We provide a wagon at the station to carry your dishes back and forth. Please do not wash dishes in the bathroom sinks or at tent sites. Showers are included for all campers.
Check in at the office for site assignment and wifi password.
$40 - $65 / night
