Needles Outpost & Campground
Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Nov. 26, 2023

Spectacular sunsets!

General: Privately owned campground just outside Canyonlands National Park. Caleb and Amber purchased the campground in 2017 and are working to keep it maintained and update it as time and funds allow. You can reserve and pay ahead of time, but site selection is first come, first served, starting at 11 am. We arrived at 3:30 pm and there were about four sites left to choose from. Small and large group sites are available as well as a couple of teepees. No hookups at all. 

Site Quality: All are red clay dirt and of varying levelness and length. Sites come with a picnic table and a fire ring. IMO, even though our site was not completely level, we ended up with a great site as we could sit up on the rocks above our campsite and watch the spectacular sunsets. I would definitely choose this site again! 

Bath/Shower house: Flush toilets and running water. Soap and paper towels were provided. Showers are $3 for 5 minutes for campers ($10 for non-campers). Didn’t use the shower so cannot comment on how well they work. 

Activities/Amenities: Enjoy spectacular sunsets. Caleb encouraged us to climb up on the rocks. Site 12 had a nice flat spot that was easy to climb (we easily brought our camp chairs) and great for viewing the sunsets and also for yoga. WiFi is available for $10 per device per day but we didn't take advantage of this. Other than that, there is zero cell service. There is a small store that has ice cream, a welcome treat after a Canyonlands hike! It is a short drive to the visitor center and to various trailheads. You are closer to the Needles District. 

It had been 35 years since we had been at Canyonlands, so we looked forward to returning. Caleb and Amber’s warm welcome, the fabulous sunsets, and the quiet vibe of the campground quickly won us over. Just make sure you look out for red ants; we had an industrious group in a large ant hill at our site. We would definitely return!

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  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023
  • Review photo of Needles Outpost & Campground by Lee D., November 26, 2023