Established Camping
Shafer Backcountry Campsite — Canyonlands National Park
Shafer Backcountry Campsite is located near Canyonlands National Park, offering a landscape of canyons and mesas. Temperatures can range from highs of 100°F in summer to lows of 20°F in winter. Nearby attractions include the Island in the Sky district and Dead Horse Point State Park.
Description
National Park Service
Canyonlands National Park
You must have an overnight permit for all overnight trips along the White Rim. You can obtain a permit from https://www.recreation.gov/permits/4675315
Shafer The campsite is surrounded by canyon walls, but they provide little protection from the sun and wind. A small ridge adjacent to the campsite provides some shade in the late afternoon and possible protection from the wind. The site is large with good flat spots and a packed dirt base.
Limits: 15 people and 3 vehicles
Toilets: The site has a private toilet.
River Access: The site has no river access.
Bicyclists and four-wheel drivers must stay in designated campsites. There are 20 individual campsites arranged in 10 camping areas. There are toilets at each area. When there is more than one campsite at a location, they are generally positioned to be out of earshot and, as much as possible, sight of each other. Each campsite accommodates up to 15 people and 3 vehicles. Motorbikes and trailers are considered vehicles for these group size limits. Keep all camp activities within the post that mark the campsite boundaries. Campfires are not permitted.
Location
Shafer Backcountry Campsite — Canyonlands National Park is located in Utah
Coordinates
38.46592269 N
109.78164855 W
Access
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol