About Upper Big Bend Campground

Campsites tucked along the Colorado River Canyon with spectacular views suitable for tent camping. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. This campground is popular with climbers visiting the Big Bend Bouldering Area, a short walk away. (Do not enter the river without the required life jackets; it has dangerous under currents.)Individual Sites: 8 Fees: $20/night Water: No Toilets: Yes Hook-ups: No

Location & Directions for Upper Big Bend Campground

Moab Field Office, 82 East Dogwood, Moab, UT 84532 United States

Elevation: 1,220 ft

Nearest town

Moab, UT - 11 mi

About 20 min to downtown

Nearby National Park

Arches National Park

Arches National Park Entrance Station

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (98 min)

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Grand Junction, CO

Approx. 57 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 4,049 ft

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