Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park
Reviewed Sep. 3, 2019

A desert dessert

Ready to witness what desert camping is all about? Try your luck at Willow Flat campground.

At Willow Flat, you'll experience the most awe-inspiring milky way views you've ever seen. I'm serious - you won't want to go to sleep. There are insanely clean pit toilets and recycling/trash receptacles that are cleaned daily, though no running water, so bring your own. Each campsite has a fire pit (be sure to check fire regulations - there was a ban when we went) and picnic table under a pergola (perfect for hanging hammocks), along with room for ~3+ tents and a large vehicle. There is some off-trail hiking to the west of the campsites off the road, that I'm sure is not recommended, but allows you for some really cool views of the surrounding areas. The Green River Overlook is an easy 1/2 mile walk, perfect for sunset enjoyment.

Three of us arrived on Friday of Labor Day Weekend around 2pm and all 12 campsites were full - we went back to the Green River dispersed camping in Moab (45 min drive) to camp for the night, then returned Saturday morning at 8am to reserve a campsite here. It was worth the extra driving, and we lucked out as a few spots were open. Sites are $15/night payable by cash or personal check on site.

Truly one of the best camping spots I've ever experienced.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • Review photo of Island In The Sky (Willow Flat) Campground — Canyonlands National Park by Lis G., September 3, 2019
  • View from Mesa Arch at sunrise (WORTH IT!!)
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