88% (186) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hanksville
Red River Camp - Capitol Reef
1. Red River Camp - Capitol Reef
90%
(209)
42mi from Hanksville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Red River Camp! Our camp sites highlight the beautiful red cliff backdrop infamous in southern Utah. Only 10 minutes from Capitol Reef National Park!
Come relax and stay the night before you go out to hike, sight see, climb, off-road, fish etc. The opportunity for adventure is endless.
Our family built the Red River Ranch many years ago and we are excited to share the beautiful surroundings with people that share our love for the outdoors.
Guests will have a private camp site and access to their own fire pit, shared picnic table, shared trash, and shared toilet. No access to water, electricity, or sewer. Cell phone service should work great!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$34
/ night
Desert Sky Milkeyway site
2. Desert Sky Milkeyway site
88%
(21)
48mi from Hanksville · 5 sites · RVs
Historic Fruit Tree Farm established in 1915 in Central Utah. Located on 2 acres in a small coal mining ghost town called Emery. Just 12 miles north of 1-70.
Arrive drive up 300 feet. Milkeyway site is located at the top of the property.
Included camper with limited electirty.
Sleeps 3
Tent with inflatable queen mattress Sleeps 2
Solar shower / composting toilet
Outdoor kitchen
Fire Ring
Pets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Goblin Valley State Park
3. Goblin Valley State Park
94%
(26)
22 sites · Hanksville, Utah
An otherworldly landscape filled with sandstone “goblins” and eerie rock formations.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Capitol Reef National Park
4. Capitol Reef National Park
100%
(51)
82 sites · Emery, Utah
Marvel at natural wonders while camping at Capitol Reef National Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Manti-La Sal National Forest
5. Manti-La Sal National Forest
100%
(16)
328 sites · Ferron, Utah
Trivia time! Which part of Utah contains the densest black bear and largest elk population? The Manti-La Sal National Forest, of course! How about this one: where does most of the coal mined in Utah come from? Well, 85% of it is mined right here in the Manti-La Sal. This special forest is full of natural surprises, like lofty mountaintops, lush meadows, cavernous sandstone canyons, plus plenty of water. If it sounds like there’s a ton of diversity here, that’s because there truly is! All of this diversity means that there’s a lot to do out here. Near Moab, the forest is home to the La Sal Mountains with their tall peaks and narrow canyons. To the north, on the Wasatch Plateau, you’ll be yearning for your next road trip along the Huntington and Eccles Canyons National Scenic Byways (also called the Energy Loop). And when it comes time to hit the hay at night? You guessed it—there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Canyonlands National Park
6. Canyonlands National Park
100%
(71)
38 sites · Moab, Utah
Explore a vast desert, from the river valley below to the red buttes and night skies above.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument
7. Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument
98%
(26)
21 sites · Henrieville, Utah
Find colorful scenery, slot canyons, and waterfalls in this rugged and remote area.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
88% (186) • 13 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Hanksville
Red River Camp - Capitol Reef
1. Red River Camp - Capitol Reef
90%
(209)
42mi from Hanksville · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
Welcome to Red River Camp! Our camp sites highlight the beautiful red cliff backdrop infamous in southern Utah. Only 10 minutes from Capitol Reef National Park!
Come relax and stay the night before you go out to hike, sight see, climb, off-road, fish etc. The opportunity for adventure is endless.
Our family built the Red River Ranch many years ago and we are excited to share the beautiful surroundings with people that share our love for the outdoors.
Guests will have a private camp site and access to their own fire pit, shared picnic table, shared trash, and shared toilet. No access to water, electricity, or sewer. Cell phone service should work great!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$34
/ night
Desert Sky Milkeyway site
2. Desert Sky Milkeyway site
88%
(21)
48mi from Hanksville · 5 sites · RVs
Historic Fruit Tree Farm established in 1915 in Central Utah. Located on 2 acres in a small coal mining ghost town called Emery. Just 12 miles north of 1-70.
Arrive drive up 300 feet. Milkeyway site is located at the top of the property.
Included camper with limited electirty.
Sleeps 3
Tent with inflatable queen mattress Sleeps 2
Solar shower / composting toilet
Outdoor kitchen
Fire Ring
Pets
Full hookups
from
$20
/ night
Goblin Valley State Park
3. Goblin Valley State Park
94%
(26)
22 sites · Hanksville, Utah
An otherworldly landscape filled with sandstone “goblins” and eerie rock formations.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Capitol Reef National Park
4. Capitol Reef National Park
100%
(51)
82 sites · Emery, Utah
Marvel at natural wonders while camping at Capitol Reef National Park.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Manti-La Sal National Forest
5. Manti-La Sal National Forest
100%
(16)
328 sites · Ferron, Utah
Trivia time! Which part of Utah contains the densest black bear and largest elk population? The Manti-La Sal National Forest, of course! How about this one: where does most of the coal mined in Utah come from? Well, 85% of it is mined right here in the Manti-La Sal. This special forest is full of natural surprises, like lofty mountaintops, lush meadows, cavernous sandstone canyons, plus plenty of water. If it sounds like there’s a ton of diversity here, that’s because there truly is! All of this diversity means that there’s a lot to do out here. Near Moab, the forest is home to the La Sal Mountains with their tall peaks and narrow canyons. To the north, on the Wasatch Plateau, you’ll be yearning for your next road trip along the Huntington and Eccles Canyons National Scenic Byways (also called the Energy Loop). And when it comes time to hit the hay at night? You guessed it—there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Canyonlands National Park
6. Canyonlands National Park
100%
(71)
38 sites · Moab, Utah
Explore a vast desert, from the river valley below to the red buttes and night skies above.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument
7. Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument
98%
(26)
21 sites · Henrieville, Utah
Find colorful scenery, slot canyons, and waterfalls in this rugged and remote area.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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lucy
October 2025
Tent
The view was beautiful, although it was super windy and raining I still enjoyed it! It was somewhat hard to find- the written directions were not accurate but once we just drove we found it! Beautiful views but around the sites it seemed like a lot of random stuff!
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Lisa
October 2025
Tent
Stunning setting, very private, incredible spot , highly recommend
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Susan
September 2025
22 ft campervan
Scenic spot..quiet. Did get quite muddy in the rain but no problem icing out.
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Bob & Tanya
June 2025
13 ft travel trailer
Red Cliff was very private, quiet, and had beautiful views. If you're near Capital Reef, we highly recommend staying at this beautiful and serene site!
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Erin
June 2025
Tent
This spot was gorgeous and had the basics we needed -but fair warning that it can be WINDY. I had to adjust a bit of my set up because I travel in luxury 😅
But a nice spot all around once I dialed in.
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Maria
June 2025
Tent
With kids
Super cool place! Campsite is very clean, very quiet, we were the only ones there! 🤭
Views are incredible, quick drive into town and to the park! It was very windy but didn’t take away from the experience. Would definitely recommend!
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Maddison
June 2025
Tent
Beautiful site! The on site hiking was wonderful and the sunset was gorgeous!
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John
May 2025
Tent
Group trip
Excellent campsite, we had plenty of room for 3 tents and 2 trucks. The views of the red rock are great especially in the morning. There's aPorta a Potty about 100 feet away, I appreciated the illumination at night. The site is quiet and the cost was reasonable, this was much more private than the nearby BLM campsites. The proximity to Capitol Reef and Torrey worked for us. One thing to be prepared for is wind at night and in the morning, common in this area
PS recommend breakfast at the Wild Rabbit Cafe in Torrey.
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Savie
May 2025
Tent
Very private and easy to get to. It was off the highway enough so that it wasn’t noisy but still quick to get to. Also quite close to towns that had gas and food.
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Eva
May 2025
Tent
Group trip
Views were gorgeous, ground was flat, site was about 15 minutes from Capitol Reef, with a general store, gas stations, and coffee shops between the two. Campsite #4 was a tiny bit separated from the rest of the sites, making it a little more private. Porta potty wasn’t being monitored by host at all the weekend we were here—bring your own toilet paper. Other than that, everything was perfect!
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Theoharisti
May 2025
21 ft campervan
Camp site was very basic with one portable toilet. We had a camper van that navigated well the trail. The views are amazing! Would recommend if you want to camp with no amenities and have a spectacular view
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Matt
May 2025
Tent
With pets
This was a wonderful primitive campsite! It's everything it says in the description, and nothing more. It's secluded with beautiful scenery, and it's close to town if you're looking for a burger. (Try Capitol Burger if you need a suggestion. )
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Brady
May 2025
21 ft campervan
Quiet and tucked right up against the beautiful canyon wall.
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Alexia
May 2025
Tent
Group trip
Really pretty site and bathroom provided. Spacious site with pretty area to walk around to see the ranch property
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Samuel
May 2025
Tent
We loved camping there. The scenery was gorgeous and the space was simple but had everything we needed. Would camp there again.
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Francis
April 2025
Tent
Secluded site convenient distance from the park quiet
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Edward
April 2025
Tent
Stunning views of the mesa cliffs complemented by rabbits, magpies, and lots of privacy
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Fiona
April 2025
Tent
It was a beautiful and secure location. The Red Cliffs were stunning to wake up to and the stars were phenomenal.
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Brittney
April 2025
Tent
With pets
Beautiful campground! We loved it and definitely recommend staying there. We just spent one night and wished we could’ve stayed longer. There is only one shared picnic table but we were the only ones there when we stayed.
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Polly
April 2025
25 ft travel trailer
What a gorgeous campsite! The cliffs are beautiful. This is a good spot for self sufficient campers who like quiet. The site can be quite windy...
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