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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

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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

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269 reviews
5
83.6%
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4
12.6%
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Corey D

Verified

January 18, 2020 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Loop B

5

Campground is lovely and well taken care of. Bathrooms are clean. Park did a great job with night sky compliant lighting.

John P

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Loop B

5

Love this place....quiet, not crowded, all the space you need

Gary G

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Loop B

5

As an annual trip I look forward to it above the several others each year. The diversity of hikes and terrain make it an unending panorama of beauty.

James S

January 17, 2020

4

The views are beautiful, the air is dry and warm, the setting restful.

The drive south of Moab, UT takes an hour and one-half. The map seemed to suggest a quarter hour. I actually did not stay at the National Park, but at the park owned by the Bureau of Land Management.

Johanna G

Verified

January 17, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop B

5

Wonderful natural campingsite! On felt as being part of this spectacular landscape.

JAMES P

Verified

January 7, 2020 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Loop B

5

BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE, THE SITE HAS A LOT OF SPACE AND IS PRIVATE.

J. DeBruler

J. DeBruler

February 8, 2017

5

The views, hiking opportunities and the "back road" to the south entrance are truly unique.

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Charles Smith

Charles Smith

May 14, 2016

5

Canyonlands has something for everyone. Nice moderate hiking trails for less experienced hikers, to crazy insane trails for the experts. Be prepared, dehydration is the biggest threat you'll encounter if you overlook your checklist.

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Anonymous

5

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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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