The best campgrounds in Lake Powell with swimming

Set up camp at Lake Powell if swimming tops your list—this area draws travellers who want easy water access right from their site. You'll find over 30 options catering to swimmers, with average nightly rates around $200 and some spots dipping as low as $180. Most sites let you light a campfire, take a hot shower, and bring your dog along. Top picks include Glamping In Navajoland (44 reviews) and Antelope Canyon Navajo Hogan (11 reviews). Swim, fish, or saddle up for horseback riding—here, the water’s close, the landscape’s rugged, and you won’t run out of things to do between dips.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Set up camp at Lake Powell if swimming tops your list—this area draws travellers who want easy water access right from their site. You'll find over 30 options catering to swimmers, with average nightly rates around $200 and some spots dipping as low as $180. Most sites let you light a campfire, take a hot shower, and bring your dog along. Top picks include Glamping In Navajoland (44 reviews) and Antelope Canyon Navajo Hogan (11 reviews). Swim, fish, or saddle up for horseback riding—here, the water’s close, the landscape’s rugged, and you won’t run out of things to do between dips.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Glamping In Navajoland

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10 sites · Lodging · Page , AZ

We are a Native American-owned large-acreage working sheep ranch and off-grid Glamping hotel offering guests a unique stay at our ranch on the Navajo Nation. Shash Diné is an ideal basecamp for Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, the Colorado River, Zion, Bryce, Monument Valley, and both rims of the Grand Canyon. Our ranch's views and night sky are breathtaking, dazzling, and quite humbling. We offer comfort while immersed in nature, True outstanding natural beauty.

2. Halls Crossing RV Park

11 sites · Halls Crossing, UT

Discover the charm of Halls Crossing RV Park and Campground, a unique destination nestled near the stunning Lake Powell. Open year-round, this campground features 32 spacious pull-through sites equipped with full hookups, making it an ideal choice for RV enthusiasts, including those with larger rigs. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, but reservations can also be made through the provided webpage. Guests will appreciate the convenient amenities, including a dump station, drinking water, showers, laundry facilities, and a camp store stocked with essentials. Fuel, ice, and phone services are also available on-site, ensuring a comfortable stay. Located just one mile from the lake, marina, and launch ramp, Halls Crossing is a favorite among boaters looking to explore the beautiful waters of Lake Powell. While summer temperatures often soar into the 100s, it's important to note that shaded spots are limited, so plan accordingly. Whether you're seeking adventure on the water or a peaceful retreat in nature, Halls Crossing RV Park and Campground offers an unforgettable experience for outdoor lovers.

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3. Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument

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21 sites · Henrieville, Utah

Find colorful scenery, slot canyons, and waterfalls in this rugged and remote area.

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Public campgrounds in and near Lake Powell

..after a great walk, through some scrub brush, sand, and over rocky land you reach this very cooling waterfall that just seems surreal.

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Calf Creek Recreation Area Campground

14 sites · Tents, RVs · in Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument

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Deer Creek Campground

7 sites · Tents, RVs · in Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument

Stories from the community

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sarah

October 2025

1 night at Glamping In Navajoland

end zone, one of the coolest places I’ve ever been. Accommodations were awesome, clean tent with extra supplies provided – earplugs, water, bottles, etc.… Overall, the experience was amazing. Great hosts… Can’t wait to come back!

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Dana

April 2025

With kids

1 night at Glamping In Navajoland

Such a cool experience. We appreciated the welcoming, the accommodations were thoughtful and SO comfortable. A great spot along our journey through AZ. I would 100% come back.