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The best camping near Natural Bridges National Monument

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Mexican Hat Rocks

40 sites ¡ RVs, Tents200 acres ¡ Mexican Hat, UT
No need to reserve ahead of time! (This does NOT include High Demand nights such as the upcoming Eclipse) Camp spots are not marked but are obvious, choose site when you arrive, refer to map. Please respect No Trespassing signs! Two (2) miles north of Mexican Hat, UT on Hwy 163, turn East, find your spot! Bigger Rigs: Keep to the right at the 'Y' as the road to the San Juan River is steep and a little bumpy! Next to the Bears Ears National Monument, between Valley of the Gods and Monument Valley along the San Juan River is Mexican Hat where you can camp on private property...as this is NOT on the Navajo Reservation, alcohol is allowed. So many things to see! Goosenecks State Park, Natural Bridges, Moki Dugway, Cedar Mesa! Camp on this private estate that was founded in the 1890's by gold and oil prospectors and where John Wayne later crossed the river in several western movies! The night skies are unbeatable as is the quiet solitude that is sadly disappearing in other areas. Mexican Hat Rock and this portion of the San Juan River are accessible only through this estate that is open for your enjoyment, however, if you wish to camp we now ask for a small fee so we can keep it clean, maintain roads and continue our conservation efforts so all can enjoy it forever! Portable toilets are required!!! And please pick up after yourself, dogs and horses. Pack it in, pack it out. Respect your fellow campers and stay on obvious trails and roads, do know that part of this property is marked as 'No Trespassing', please respect signage. No fee is required for day trips to 'The Hat'.
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Arrowhead Campground

7 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Monument Valley, UT
Greetings! Welcome to Arrowhead Campground! Arrowhead Campground is roughly 5 acres of land, sitting right in Monument Valley, Utah. Come stay with us to experience one of the most amazing views in the world! You'll get to experience a full 360 degree view of all the towering red sandstone buttes and mesas. This is great for capturing the best views in the area. You'll experience breathtaking sunsets and sunrises right from your campsite. Great for pictures and photoshoots. The campground offers one of the largest shade structures in the area, with durable white picnic tables. We do allow campfires, so there is a fire-pit for that. The campground is only 2 1/2 miles away from the tribal park and 1 1/4 miles from the nearest highway. It's tucked away and secluded from noise and light pollution. The stars at night are bright and shinny, so you can pitch your tent right underneath them. With that said, Arrowhead Campground will be one of the best campgrounds you'll ever stay at. If you have any other questions feel free to message me with any of your questions. Note: This is a dry campsite. Although, we do offer potable water to fill any water containers up to 10 gallons.
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Sunset Campground on Ruin Road

10 sites ¡ RVs, Tents19 acres ¡ Blanding, UT
Watch the sun come up over the Sleeping Ute Mountain in Colorado and enjoy a gorgeous sunset as the sun sets over the Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. We are off the grid and have no electricity or water. Our graveled camping sites are easy to access. We are located next to a paved road. You do not need high clearance vehicles or 4-wheel drive. Camp in a natural high desert environment consisting of cedar and pinion trees, Brigham tea, sagebrush, etc. Great views of the night sky. An ancient Indian mound is on site. The Five Kiva Ruin and Nations Natural Bridge are within hiking distance. Minutes away is the town of Blanding with restaurants, hospital, gas stations and a dump station. Its only a short drive to five different National Monuments: Bears Ears, Natural Bridges, Rainbow Bridge, Hovenweep, and Canyon of The Ancients. Take a scenic drive over the Blue Mountain and Elk Ridge. Southeastern Utah is full of archeology history to hike and explore.
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$25
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Humming Bird Campsite

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Oljato Monument Valley, UT
First day of my campsite I start with 2 campsites then I built 1 more campsite. I then made fire pit an after that I built an outhouse its a restroom so of the guest don't know what an outhouse is we tell them it doesn't take no water to flush. After that I built a wooden fence around the whole campsite from horses a cows get into our property. So that how I started a campsite. Now our guests love our campsite a some of them came back an we have a short hiking trail to the rims to overlook the whole valleys its beautiful to take pictures from there. Learn more about this land: Guest can pitch a tent or park RV within the campsite having access to own picnic table and fire pit. The Campsite is 10-15 mins to the Valley View of the Famous Monuments and close to Navajo Tribal Park. Access to Restroom (Outhouse) within the site. Guest can request Navajo Taco Dinner with Navajo Tea for extra cost to enlighten their stay here in Beautiful Monument Valley. Guest can bring pets as well. We are pet friendly and have two well behaved dogs name spike and diamond.
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$35
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Teardrop Arch B&B

1 site ¡ Lodging2 acres ¡ UT
This is Navajo owned B&B. It is located within the Navajo Reservation. Here the view is unique and the experience is memorable to witness. The Scenery changes at every season, with sunrises, sunsets, with laden stars. Hike up the sandy landscape trail to amazing photographic Teardrop Arch.
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$85
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Sunrise camping

3 sites ¡ RVs, Tents4 acres ¡ Oljato Monument Valley, UT
It's not only a camp ground it has background scenic view an also a walking trail an you can build a fire by ur camping site :)) Sunrise walk or sunset walk an picture view our campground has shower an trashcan an table an shade for our guests an restroom women an men's separate also we have 2 dogs an 2 horses
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$32
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Chiefs Campsite

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents4 acres ¡ Oljato Monument Valley, UT
Learn more about this land:A western style camping site. Join the quiet peaceful and sun rise or sunset under the stars. Please have your own camping gears. We do have fire pit, bbq grill, picnic tables available with shades, outhouse (restroom) and outside shower with cold and hot water. We have a gas station and grocery store about 4 miles away. For additional people ten dollars per person additional. Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions.
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$45
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Glamping Canyonlands

14 sites ¡ Lodging22 acres ¡ Monticello, UT
We are outdoor enthusiasts; love hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, paddling, mountain biking, snowboarding, etc. As we've gotten older, our pace has admittedly slowed down, but we still get out there whenever we can. We also love food, travel, music, life, our fur babies and a lot of other things. Glamping Canyonlands is an off-the-grid property with four 16.5 ft and one 16x24 ft canvas wall tent and a pod. The tents are furnished with a comfortable memory foam queen mattress fitted with bedding, extra blankets, seating for two, area rugs, end tables, string lights, board games, first aid kit, hand sanitizer, phone battery pack, small battery operated fans, 2 deck chairs, private firepit with grill top, hammocks & picnic table. Communal areas are bathrooms with a flushing toilet, warm shower, outdoor kitchen, and, picnic tables. French press coffee each morning. Starlink Internet is available. May not each most of the tents but in the communal areas. Late check-ins are available. You will receive more information closer to your arrival date. The small town of Monticello-15 mins, Newspaper Rock-15 mins, Foy Lake-25 mins, Canyonlands NP-40 mins, Moab-40 mins, Arches-50 mins. We've been married since 2012 and best friends since 2006. In fact, it was our honeymoon in the Canyonlands National Park that inspired us to open Glamping Canyonlands, our eco-friendly, off-grid campground. If there is anything specific you'd like to know about us, just ask! We hope we get the opportunity to meet you in the near future!
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$140
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Indian Canyon Ranch

10 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres ¡ Monticello, UT
Joe purchased this property in 2008. At that time it was 8 acres it is currently now at 20 acres continuous property. The ranch is situated 2 miles off the highway on the edge of the vast national forest, areas this gives you a feeling of being in the wilderness. The south and east sides are boarded by canyons and ruins. All other properties in the area or 10 acres or more so are well spread out and sparsely populated. All the structures on site were brought here piece by piece and were salvaged from construction projects in Yosemite and Grand Canyon national parks. Water is manually hauled in so please be conscious of water use. 
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$30
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The best camping near Natural Bridges National Monument guide

Overview

About

Welcome to Utah’s first ever national monument! This place is special not only because it’s in the awesome state of Utah…it also has two deep canyons and three gigantic natural bridges. The bridges were formed from sandstone that used to be the shore of an ancient sea (umm, how cool is that?). All of the bridges have trails that take you deeper into the canyons, so you can explore at your own pace. If hiking isn’t your jam, just check out an overlook. There’s one small campground that has 13 campsites, where the sites are nestled into the trees in a quiet area. You only need a few hours to explore the bridges, but why rush it? Stay for a bit and discover a side of this fascinating monument that many people don’t see for themselves.

Notable campgrounds

  • Spend the night under the stars in Natural Bridges' campground, where first-come, first-served sites await.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  • Arrive early to secure a spot at the first-come, first-served campground.
  • Visit during off-peak seasons for a better chance at snagging a campsite.
  • Prepare for limited amenities and pack essentials to enhance your camping experience.
  • Explore nearby camping options in case the campground is full.

When to go

The best time to visit Natural Bridges National Monument is during spring and fall when temperatures are mild and the park's beauty is at its peak. Summer brings intense heat, making outdoor activities challenging. Winters are cold, with reduced services, but offer a unique, tranquil experience.

Know before you go

  • Check for any alerts or closures before your visit, as conditions can change rapidly.
  • Be prepared for all weather, especially in winter when services are reduced.
  • Remember that the park is a protected area; respect the heritage by not touching or entering archaeological sites.
  • There is no cell service, so plan accordingly and download maps ahead of time.
  • Bring water and sun protection, especially during the hot and dry summer months.

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