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Shelly
November 2025
23 ft travel trailer
With pets
Surrounded by trees and crunchy fall leaves! We booked last minute and Kayla was very responsive and accommodating. We had water and power and all the quiet and peace we needed. Kayla is quick to respond to messages and happy to help! We will stay again!
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October 2025
26 ft travel trailer
Group trip
We very much enjoyed our stay here. It was very easy to park the trailer and very very minimal we had to do to level the trailer. Access to water and electricity was awesome. And a very short walk to the river to go fishing. Will definitely stay here again. Kayla and here husband were amazing hosts.
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Dan
September 2025
22 ft travel trailer
With pets
Awesome property with an amazing host! The history in this area is incredible and it’s the perfect home base to get to both sides of the national monument. Do yourself a favor and do the Harper’s Corner hike while you’re here.
The location was super easy access to everything in the area and the gated fence made us feel safe at night. Epic sunsets and incredible stargazing. Would definitely stay here again for multiple nights if we have time to check out more of the area!
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Alysia
July 2025
20 ft campervan
I had an amazing time. Peace and calm, exactly what I needed.
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thomas
July 2025
25 ft travel trailer
The property was very nice. Backed straight up to the river with incredible views. Easy in and out. Very close to dinosaur national monument as well.
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Robert
June 2025
40 ft travel trailer
Nice spot in Jensen and close to dinosaur National Monument. The site was nice and being so close to the river was great. The water was chilly but refreshing. My dog loved swimming. The river sand was super soft. All in all, we had an excellent time and would love to come back. Kayla is super helpful and responsive. There was power and water at the cottonwood site, power was 120 volt extension cord.
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Heather
June 2025
20 ft campervan
Kayla communicated well when we had to come late. Signs guide you to your spot. Great location by the river! Will definitely try to stay here if we’re ever in the area again!
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Erin
June 2025
Tent
With kids
Site was flat with a quick path down to the river views! Sunset did not disappoint. Thank you Kayla!
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Gaia
June 2025
15 ft pop-up camper
With pets
It was lovely to be right next to the river and Kayla and Wyatt and their daughter Hayzlee were excellent hosts. The first day there was quite a bit of beach in front of our camper and our daughters loved playing in it. Then the water came up and there wasn’t as much left by the end, but that’s the nature of being on a river!
The Riverside campsite is pretty tricky to get into with a trailer… Just a heads up depending on the size rig you have and your navigating in tight spaces skills!
Kayla and Hayzlee and watched our dog for us two different days so we could go into the monument unencumbered.
Thanks so much!
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Daniel
May 2025
Tent
With kids
Amazing spot! Beautiful, quiet, and peaceful. The beaches and sand bars were very fun to explore in kayaks, which Rebecca rents out for a reasonable price. We came in late May, and the river water level was fine, a good challenge for upstream travel but navigable. Rebecca was good with providing answers to my questions but had some communication challenges because it's a bit off the grid, so you'd likely want questions answered up front. It's a dream spot if you appreciate unconventional camping on the gorgeous Green River.
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Barbara
May 2025
16 ft car
Very easy to find nice private backyard that backs up to the green river. Heard birds singing all night long by the river and then got to photograph a beautiful California quail on my way out this morning. Kayla was very responsive and tried to anticipate everything I might need.
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Jamie
May 2025
40 ft travel trailer
With pets
Peaceful camping spot! It was closer to the house than I thought, but the positioning of the spot made it completely private with our trailer and truck. Never noticed any noise from the home. The beach access was amazingly beautiful. Water was slow running so it would be great to paddle out onto. Bugs were not an issue like we expected. Kayla's communications were helpful and polite. Will stay here again on future trips to Dino!
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chuck
May 2025
36 ft Class C
Great spot to park our motorhome. Very private and secluded. The river was a 30 second walk to the sandy shore.
Easy to find the place. Kayla was a great host. I would stay here again.
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Vickie
May 2025
23 ft Class C
With pets
Kayla was an excellent host. We had a delay getting to her property and she was communicative, and supportive of our late arrival. The site was simple, level, quiet, isolated, and the services worked great. We have no complaints, would stay there again, and recommend it to other travelers. As a bonus the property is only moments from Dinosaur N. M. and the Green River.
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Stephen
May 2025
35 ft travel trailer
This site is fantastic. Very private and with access to the Green River. Sunset over the river was absolutely beautiful.
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Stephanie
March 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
This is the second time that we stayed here. We love the view of the green river! They had everything we needed: water & electric. Had a nice campfire. We would stay here again & highly recommend Kayla’s land!
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The best camping in John Wesley Powell National Conservation Area, UT guide
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Plan a John Wesley Powell National Conservation Area camping excursion in Utah, where red rock formations and the Green River create a striking landscape. The area offers numerous outdoor activities, from hiking to river rafting. Just a short journey away, the majestic Capitol Reef National Park awaits with its own array of geological wonders. A camping trip near John Wesley Powell National Conservation Area promises captivating sights and outdoor thrills!
- With endless high alpine meadows, crystal-clear rivers, and towering peaks, the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest offers plenty of serene campsites for every level of camper. Adventure and tranquility rolled into one!
- Camping at Dinosaur National Monument is an exciting journey through time! Set up camp amidst ancient fossil beds, hike through scenic canyons, and gaze at a sky full of stars. It's a true natural wonder.
- A camper's dream, Ashley National Forest boasts of serene lakes, lush woods, and a range of campsites. Whether you're fishing, hiking, or stargazing, this forest is a place of unspoiled beauty.
- Welcome to Jensen, a gateway to the Dinosaur National Monument. Offering easy access to historic sites and a variety of camping options, Jensen provides an outdoor escape that's full of prehistoric wonder.
- Nestled between the majestic Wasatch Range and Utah Lake, Provo offers diverse camping experiences. With easy access to trails, mountains, and city comforts, it's a great basecamp for your Utah adventures.
- While Salt Lake City shines with urban vibrancy, it's also surrounded by impressive natural beauty. Offering nearby mountain and lakeside camping, it's a city that beautifully blends the outdoor wilderness with the convenience of city life.
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