Join the fun near Thompson. With tons of outdoor activities and scenic camping, this is an excellent vacation spot for all kinds of travelers. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in, as well as sights to see and explore. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$25 - $250 / night
"This campground is surrounded by tall majestic rocks high in the Utah desert. Well located to visit several National parks. Toilets and water scattered around this large site."
"Depending on how far you want to walk, there is access to several of the park's arches right from the campsite. Beware of Ravens!"
$15 / night
"Lots of room for over 100 rigs, tents, vans, though some are in close proximity to each other."
"My class b van handled the road well. 15 dollars paid through the Utah park ap."
"Low clearance vehicles can access sights closer to highway. Lots of camping spots tucked away if you continue down the road. Cattle around but bothersome. gorgeous red rock!"
"Lots of peeps camping here for the off-road experience and dirt bike/mountain biking trails."
$15 / night
"Willow Springs is awesome for the person that wants to be out in the middle of nowhere without really being super far away from something... it’s about 15 minutes outside of moab and directly off of the"
"this is the same campground as BLM dispersed camping outside of Moab, at blm378/willow springs trail roughly 12 miles north of Moab. plenty of space as there really are no designated spots, just be mindful"
"Arrived around 9pm in the dark and was happy to see LOTS of empty flat space to camp for the night."
"Uncrowded for the proximity to the parks (20min). Day time us & 1-2 rigs spread out well, night had another 3-4 overnighters. Everyone was curtious & quiet while we were here."
"Pretty much just flat land surrounded by a primitive fence. No porta potty when I was there. It’s far enough away from the highway that cars aren’t bothersome."
"- close to highway, quiet at night
- 15 minute drive to Moab/services
- less than 10 minutes to Arches/Canyonlands entrances/turnoffs
- no plant/tree cover for 🚽
- not many private sites but sites"
$35 / night
"The office can provide great information on the nearby national parks and other attractions. Showers and laundry are available for a fee, though we did not use them. Propane was available."
"Close to Moab without Moab prices. Very reasonable. We had a change of plans and got a refund for the day we left."
"It's nice and close to the highway, but if you keep going, you can get a ways out there, and there is even some fins and an arch if you go in a few miles."
"Nothing special but cell service was good and far enough from highway to not bother sleep"
$20 / night
"Great spot for unstructured camping (no sites, just a large dirt parking lot) surrounded by sagebrushy land. We landed a spot right across from Courthouse Rock (see photo)."
"There are nice hikes close by looking in toward Canyonlands Nat’l park. We tried riding our bikes to the trails, but the deep sand made it very difficult. The kids enjoyed finding lots of lizards."
Traveler2 mile drive on bumpy road that is also used by ATV and UTV, but very doable with our 1/2 ton pickup with slide-in camper. Mild ATV traffic, nothing bothersome.
GuideThe road was rough but I got my camper trailer up to a great spot with great views I would suggest if you have a bigger camper to stay towards the bottom of the hill there are bigger spaces and parking lot style places to camp but they get pretty packed. it’s pretty close to Moab,canyon lands and arches.
GuideThis was the most magical campsite I have ever stayed at. The stars were absolutely beautiful. The road up was very bumpy but doable in my little sedan. However if I had more than just me there I’d want a higher clearance vehicle. There was no one at the sites so I had the whole area to myself.
TravelerJust needed a quick spot to spend the night. Plenty of spots even arriving after 8pm. Could see a bunch of others but far enough that I couldn't hear them.
TravelerStayed just at the edge of the canyon. Plenty of spots. Beautiful sunset. Access road is not too bad. It gets a little bumpy further in near the overlook.
Guidethe road in was hilariously hard to navigate in a subaru crosstrek but we did it! we heard many other cars and trucks scrape so you just have to be so so careful. it was so peaceful right at the edge of the canyon but lots of bugs. none were biting but they were just a little annoying. you can walk right to the edge and it’s a steep drop so probably not a great place for little kids or pets. perfect for a night out where we felt like we were basically in the park!
ScoutArea was good for a last minute stop. Well kept.
TravelerQuick overnight stay in a Sprinter. Really easy access for any vehicle and lots of sites to choose from. Best sites are past the Price river float parking area in the Desolation Wilderness. Keep going till you see the sign; earlier sites are fine but location improves the farther you go
GuideBit of a rough road to get up to this spot coming from Arches to the south, but doable with decent clearance. Not sure if AWD or 4x4 are necessary, but I was in 4 high for context. Also not sure if you could get an RV up here, I personally would not. A lot of the spots along cotter mine road are relatively close together, but this spot is more on its own. I drove about a mile passed this spot but ultimately turned around due to the remaining available sites’ proximity to other campers. It’s closer to the cliff edge which is cool. Overlooks the highway and beyond.
Camping near Thompson, Utah, offers a mix of stunning landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Thompson, Utah, offers a variety of experiences, from stunning views to family-friendly activities. With the right preparation, you can enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Thompson, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 202 campgrounds and RV parks near Thompson, UT and 76 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Thompson, UT is Devils Garden Campground — Arches National Park with a 4.6-star rating from 93 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 76 free dispersed camping spots near Thompson, UT.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 parks near Thompson, UT that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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