Does Canyonlands Basecamp have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at every site at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Is drinking water available at Canyonlands Basecamp?

Yes — potable water is available at every site at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have showers?

Yes — showers are available at every site at Canyonlands Basecamp. Hot water after nighttime temps stay above freezing

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at every site at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have wifi?

Yes — wifi is available at every site at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at every site at Canyonlands Basecamp. Central trash bin. See site map for location

How do you get to the sites at Canyonlands Basecamp?

2WD accessible. Park at your site. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.

Are pets allowed at Canyonlands Basecamp?

Yes — Canyonlands Basecamp is pet-friendly. On leash at some sites.

Are campfires allowed at Canyonlands Basecamp?

No — campfires are not allowed at Canyonlands Basecamp. However, the ban still allows gas firepits, gas BBQs and gas stoves.

What is the check-in process at Canyonlands Basecamp?

Meet and greet with your host Mark at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.

What is the cancellation policy at Canyonlands Basecamp?

Full refund 1 week before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Canyonlands Basecamp?

Check-in between 2pm – 10pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites. Late check-out available at some sites.

How far in advance can you book at Canyonlands Basecamp?

Same-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have cooking equipment?

No — no cooking equipment at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have laundry?

No — no laundry at Canyonlands Basecamp.

Does Canyonlands Basecamp have a playground?

No — no playground at Canyonlands Basecamp.

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Canyonlands Basecamp

Hosted by Mark · Monticello, Utah

10 sites · RV, Tent · 5 acres

96%

11 reviews

Mark is a Star Host

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Private sites

100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Not a packed RV park. A quiet, wide-open basecamp near Canyonlands (Needles District). If you’re looking for space, quiet, and dark skies—you’ll feel it the moment you arrive. A peaceful RV and overland camping retreat just minutes from Monticello, Utah. ✔ Spacious sites — no tight rows ✔ Quiet, low-density layout ✔ Dark skies and incredible stargazing ✔ Minutes from town, far from crowds Located at the edge of the Abajo Mountains and bordering the Manti–La Sal National Forest, our property offers something increasingly hard to find near Canyonlands: quiet, space, and dark skies. This is not a packed RV park. Our sites are intentionally spread out among pinyon pines, juniper, and sage, giving you room to breathe, relax, and enjoy the landscape. 📍 Perfect Basecamp Location ~1 hour to Canyonlands National Park (Needles District) ~1 hour to Arches National Park ~35 minutes to Newspaper Rock ~1.5 hours to Bears Ears & Monument Valley ~5 minutes to Monticello (groceries, fuel, restaurants) 🚐 Spacious, RV-Friendly Sites Large sites (up to ~85’ available) Easy access for big rigs, vans, and trailers Tent-friendly options with designated areas Natural vegetation between sites for added privacy 🚿 Simple, Dependable Essentials Clean bathrooms and hot showers Fresh water fill station 🌌 What Makes This Place Different Quiet, low-density layout (not a parking lot) Dark skies and peaceful nights Easy access to world-class parks without staying in crowded Moab ⚠️ Know Before You Book Dry camping only (no hookups at sites) No open fires (county restrictions) ✔️ Propane stoves, grills, and propane fire pits allowed Quiet hours: 9:00 PM – 7:30 AM Generator use limited to daytime hours (quiet inverter types only) 🌄 Who This Is Perfect For RV travelers and overlanders looking for space and quiet Tent campers who want a cleaner, more organized basecamp Guests exploring Canyonlands, Arches, and Bears Ears Anyone who wants to avoid crowded campgrounds If you’re looking for a peaceful place to reset after a day of exploring, Canyonlands Basecamp was built for exactly that.

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RV/tent sites

10 sites

Campsite C

100%

(4)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 35 ft

Campsite C offers a comfortable back-in setup well-suited for smaller self-contained RVs, camper vans, or tent campers seeking a relaxed, simple basecamp stay. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open feel of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just space to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With a more intimate layout and a dedicated tent pad, Campsite C is ideal for guests who appreciate a cozy, efficient setup while still enjoying intentional spacing between camps. It’s especially well-suited for compact RVs paired with a separate tent for kids or additional family members. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 35’ total length • Compact RVs paired with a separate tent setup • Tent campers (up to two tents) • Couples or small families • Travelers comfortable backing in • Guests using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Back-in gravel pad • Dedicated tent pad • Approximate usable length up to 30’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite A

100%

(3)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Campsite A offers a spacious drive-through setup designed for easy arrival and relaxed departure. Pull straight in, level up, and settle beneath wide high-desert skies at 7,400 feet elevation. Located just inside the retreat entrance, this campsite provides simple access while still maintaining the intentional spacing and open feel of true backcountry camping. No tight rows. No parking-lot layout. Just room to breathe among piñon and juniper. Ideal for: • Larger self-contained RVs • Late arrivals • One-night stopovers • Guests staying multiple nights while exploring the area • Campers who prefer not to back in You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels quiet and removed. Campsite Features • Great WiFi • Pull-through gravel pad • Approximate usable length up to 70’ (depending on configuration) • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests This is high-desert camping with space, simplicity, and convenience — close to town, but far from the feel of a crowded RV park.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite B

100%

(3)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Campsite B offers a comfortable back-in setup with a slightly more interior position within the retreat. Designed for relaxed stays, this campsite provides intentional spacing and a quieter position away from the entrance drive. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, Campsite B maintains the open feel of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just room to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 45’ total length • Guests staying multiple nights • Travelers comfortable backing in • Families exploring Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels quiet and removed. Campsite Features • Great WiFi • Back-in gravel pad • Approximate usable length up to 45’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet peacefully removed once you’re settled in.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite E

Booked 3 times

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 40 ft

Campsite E offers a spacious back-in setup along the retreat’s new interior road, designed for easy maneuverability and a relaxed feel. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open character of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just room to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With an extra-wide 15’ gravel pad and generous length, Campsite E is especially well-suited for larger self-contained RVs seeking a relaxed basecamp stay while still enjoying intentional spacing between camps. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 40’ total length • Larger travel trailers or Class A motorhomes • Guests staying multiple nights • Travelers comfortable backing in • Those using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Back-in gravel pad • Extra-wide 15’ pad for easier backing and slide clearance • Approximate usable length up to 40’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite F

100%

(1)

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 35 ft

Campsite F offers a comfortable back-in setup along the retreat’s new interior road, well-suited for compact self-contained RVs or an RV paired with a separate tent. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open character of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just space to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With approximately 35’ of usable length and a dedicated tent pad, Campsite F is ideal for guests who appreciate a flexible, efficient basecamp setup while still enjoying intentional spacing between camps. It’s especially well-suited for smaller RVs paired with a tent for kids or additional family members. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 35’ total length • Camper vans or compact travel trailers • RVs paired with a separate tent setup • Tent campers (up to two tents) • Couples or small families • Travelers comfortable backing in • Guests using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Back-in gravel pad • Dedicated tent pad • Approximate usable length up to 35’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite D

Booked 1 time

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 60 ft

Campsite D offers a generous back-in setup along the retreat’s new interior road, providing generous length and easy access for larger self-contained RVs. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open character of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just space to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With approximately 60’ of usable length, Campsite D is well-suited for larger travel trailers, fifth wheels, and Class A motorhomes seeking a relaxed basecamp stay while still enjoying intentional spacing between camps. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 60’ total length • Larger fifth wheels or Class A motorhomes • Guests staying multiple nights • Travelers comfortable backing in • Those using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Back-in gravel pad • Approximate usable length up to 60’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite G

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 35 ft

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite H

Booked 1 time

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 55 ft

Campsite H offers one of the retreat’s most spacious back-in setups, located along the main interior drive for easy access and a relaxed arrival. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open character of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just room to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With approximately 55’ of usable depth and over 20’ of width, Campsite H provides generous space for larger self-contained RVs, slide-outs, and comfortable outdoor setup while still preserving intentional spacing between camps. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 55’ total length • Larger travel trailers, fifth wheels, or Class A motorhomes • Guests staying multiple nights • Travelers comfortable backing in • Those using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Back-in gravel pad • Extra-wide (20+ ft) pad for easier backing and slide clearance • Approximate usable length up to 55’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite I

Booked 1 time

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 80 ft

Campsite I offers a convenient pull-through setup along the retreat’s interior loop road, providing easy access and stress-free arrival and departure. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open character of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just space to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With a true pull-through design and approximately 85' of usable length of usable length, Campsite I is ideal for guests who prefer not to back in or who appreciate a smooth, efficient setup while still enjoying intentional spacing between camps. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 85' total length • Guests who prefer pull-through convenience • Larger rigs seeking easy maneuverability • Travelers staying multiple nights • Those using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Pull-through gravel pad • Approximate usable length up to ___’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Campsite J

Booked 2 times

RV/tent site · Sleeps 6 · Vehicles under 45 ft

Campsite J offers a generous back-in setup along the retreat’s interior loop road, providing generous length and comfortable maneuverability for larger self-contained RVs. Set among piñon and juniper at 7,400 feet elevation, this campsite maintains the open character of true backcountry camping — no tight rows, no parking-lot layout. Just space to settle in and enjoy wide high-desert skies. With approximately 50’ of usable length and an extra-wide pad (about 20’), Campsite J is well-suited for larger travel trailers, fifth wheels, Class A motorhomes, and bus-style RVs seeking a relaxed, spacious basecamp stay. Ideal for: • Self-contained RVs up to approximately 50’ total length • Larger fifth wheels, Class A motorhomes, or bus conversions • Guests staying multiple nights • Travelers comfortable backing in • Those using the retreat as a basecamp for Canyonlands, Bears Ears, and the Abajo Mountains You’re just 2 miles (about 5 minutes) from Monticello’s restaurants and Blue Mountain Foods grocery, yet once parked, the setting feels peaceful and removed. Campsite Features • Back-in gravel pad • Approximately usable length up to 50’ • Picnic table • Designed for self-contained camping • Dark night skies • Maximum occupancy: 6 guests High-desert camping with space and simplicity — close to town, yet quietly set within the retreat.

No campfires

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

Reviews

96%· 12 reviews

Charles J.
Camped in a 18 ft campervan at Campsite C, Oct 2026.
Recommends
Somehow convenient and remote. Very well thought out design to give everyone space and privacy, nice bathhouse with hot shower, water. Many deer randomly walked through my site. Definitely recommend this Hipcamp!
Doug S.
Camped in a 19 ft travel trailer at Campsite F, Oct 2026.
Recommends
This place is the best I’ve stayed in in the 12 HIPCAMP’s I’ve used. Mark has created a rustic retreat in the hills. Sites are spaced out with vegetation offering privacy. He has signage making it easy to find. The bathroom you won’t believe. Clean, well functioning and even a bit stylish. I’d definitely stay here again and give Mark 5/5 stars.
Mike T.
Camped in a 25 ft pop-up camper at Campsite C, Sept 2026.
Recommends
Quiet, secluded. The camp host Mark is a gem. Went above and beyond when I backed to far into my space. The trailer dropped behind some big rocks and he came with a small tractor to get me out of a jam. So, so appreciative.

Amenities

Flush toilets
Potable waterSpigot, Tap
ShowersHot water
Picnic tables
Wifi
Trash disposalTrash bin
No fire pits
No electricity hookup
No water hookup
No laundry
No cooking equipment
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site. Wheelchair accessible at some sites.
Pet-friendlyOn leash at some sites.
No campfiresCampfires aren't permitted here. However, the ban still allows gas firepits, gas BBQs and gas stoves.
Check-in processMeet and greet with your host Mark at some sites; head straight to your site at the others.
Cancellation policyFull refund 1 week before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in between 2pm – 10pm. Check-out at 12pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites. Late check-out available at some sites.
Booking windowSame-day bookings welcome, up to 12 months ahead.