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Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

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Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground
Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground
Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground
Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

About Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

The Needles is a remote district located within the southern portion of Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah. The Needles District is 1.25 hours driving time from Monticello, Utah, and 1.5 hours from Moab, Utah, and sits at an elevation of approximately 4,900 feet (1494 m).  The Needles Campground offers limited services and is best suited to tents and small, self-contained campers and RVs. If you are looking for group campsites, visit the Needles District Group Campground page. You may book individual campsites in Loop B up to six months in advance mid-March through mid-November.  Loop A is available first come, first served only.  Please, also read “Facilities” below and the “Need to Know” tab for important information. 

Number of accommodations: 11

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Mar 15 to Nov 15

Sites & Availability

11 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 017, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available
019, Loop: Loop B
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
020, Loop: Loop B
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available
023, Loop: Loop B
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
024, Loop: Loop B
10 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: Loop B
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (269)

What Guests Are Saying

The Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground is frequently praised for its cleanliness, spacious sites, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite among visitors who return annually. Campers appreciate helpful and friendly staff, excellent hiking access, and the quiet, remote atmosphere that allows for an immersive nature experience. While some reviews mention a lack of lighting in restrooms and limited shower facilities, the overall sentiment highlights a fantastic camping experience with breathtaking views and a serene environment.

Review Summary

4.8
269 reviews
5
83.6%
225
4
12.6%
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3
2.2%
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2
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1
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Lauren F

Verified

July 31, 2021 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop B

5

Site 19 is spectacular. Plenty of options for where to put your tent and two little caves to hide in from the storms! Be mindful this is a canyon and you ECHO so be QUIET!

Donald H

Verified

July 30, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop B

4

Very hot how ever we knew that before we left home. Some eye candy you can see anywhere else. Great memories.

Amy P

Verified

July 16, 2021 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop B

5

The Campsite was amazing, 3 tent pads and we even had our own cave!! The restrooms were all clean and the hikes and drives were gorgeous. Would definitely stay here again!! <3

Brett H

Verified

July 9, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: Loop B

5

Great campground surrounded by the Needles. Easy and tough hikes all around

Henry B

Verified

July 8, 2021 Stayed at: 022, Loop: Loop B

4

Tracy T

Verified

June 25, 2021 Stayed at: 026, Loop: Loop B

4

The Needles Campground was very nice with a fair amount of shade - at least in our space. There were several hikes nearby and, of course, the scenery was outstanding. The only draw back in our case was the extreme heat wave that was occurring while we were there.

Charles A

Verified

June 24, 2021 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Loop B

4

Remember there are no hookups - we arrived late and hiked - tried to sleep for a few hours in the oppressive heat, hiked again early in the morning and left. There were record highs during our trip.

Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson

June 21, 2021

5

Definitely a place for anyone to visit. Go early in the morning to avoid the heat.

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Jeremiah L

Verified

June 20, 2021 Stayed at: 026, Loop: Loop B

5

Great campsite and stunning view!

Summer O

Verified

June 18, 2021 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop B

5

Wonderful facility in amazing location. Can't wait to go back!!!

Location Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

Address:
2282 Sw Resource Blvd
Moab, UT, 84532
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 38.1688 / -109.76

Elevation: 1496 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

There is no electricity in the Needles Campground.

General

The Needles Campground and group sites are best suited to tents and small, self-contained campers and RVs:

Maximum combined length limit is 28 ft (8.5 m) in most sites.
There are no hookups.
There is no dump station.

General

There is no cell coverage in the Needles District.

General

Loop A of the Needles Campground is available first come, first served only. Our busy seasons are spring and fall. We recommend getting here early if you want an opportunity to secure a Loop A site during these times of year. 

General

Universally Accessible Campsites: There are two accessible sites in Loop A. You may contact the Needles Visitor Center to inquire about accessible site reservations at (435) 259-4711. Reservations for these sites will be taken on a first come, first served basis no more than six months ahead of visit.

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