Buckboard

Brass Scupltures near Abajo Moutains
Site 5
N Group Site
S Group Site
site 3

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

8 total sites

RV Sites

6 sites

Tent Sites

2 sites

About Buckboard

Buckboard Campground sits in the Manti-LaSal National Forest in southeast Utah at the foot of the Abajo Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and exploring local trails.

Number of accommodations: 8

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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8 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
🚐 3, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
🚐 4, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
🚐 6, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
🚐 7, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
🚐 8, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
North Group, Loop: North Tent
50 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
South Group, Loop: North Tent
50 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly

Reviews (64)

What Guests Are Saying

Buckboard Campground offers a beautiful, quiet setting with spacious, shaded sites and excellent access to nearby trails and attractions like Canyonlands National Park. Families have enjoyed activities like fishing and playing games, and wildlife sightings, including deer, have added to the charm. However, some guests noted the lack of water availability and occasional noise from nearby groups or local visitors.

Review Summary

4.6
64 reviews
5
73.4%
47
4
17.2%
11
3
6.3%
4
2
1.6%
1
1
1.6%
1

Pierre S

Verified

July 20, 2025 Stayed at: 8, Loop: South

5

This was just an over night stop for us but it was beautiful. Great place to escape the heat. Only wish we could have stayed longer. We’ll be back.

David L

Verified

July 17, 2025 Stayed at: 6, Loop: South

5

This campground is in the Aspens of Utah. It was nice to sit and watch the Aspens quake in the morning and evening and there are a lot of deer milling around then too. I would call it a meditation campground and I don't normally do much of that. Also the East entrance to the Canyonlands is very close by making this place an excellent spot for a day trip there....

Helen Y

Verified

July 17, 2025 Stayed at: 7, Loop: South

5

Love it here. Beautiful,quiet,and peaceful.
Very nice tent pad. Also easy access to Monticello for supplies.

Tammy B

Verified

June 20, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: North

4

While Arches and Canyonlands were in the 90's, Buckboard was nice and cool, low 80's at the highest. The campsite was quiet and lots of space.

Kris N

Verified

June 12, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: North

4

Great quiet spot in the trees. Was great to beat the heat and we had a great fire,

joe h

Verified

June 11, 2025 Stayed at: 7, Loop: South

4

Quiet. Beautiful site. Lots of shade. Enjoyed dear walking in and around the site.

Kelly M

Verified

June 3, 2025 Stayed at: 4, Loop: North

5

Wonderful campground! Huge sites. Gravel road. Lots of downed trees and cut up wood.

Sharon V

Verified

May 30, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: North

2

This campground is high in elevation and can get very cold. Be prepared. Bring your own water.

wallace l

Verified

October 1, 2024 Stayed at: 6, Loop: South

5

Nice place to stay for a few days. Quite and clean

Abby W

Verified

September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 3, Loop: North

5

This is a great tent site! We had four deer visit our site when we arrived. We had plenty of privacy from both adjacent sites. Hosts drove through in the morning and were very friendly. Bathrooms were spotless! Be careful of cattle in the road driving up the mountain.

Location Buckboard

Address:
397 N. Main St
Monticello, UT, 84535
United States

Highway access

Buckboard Campground is located approximately six miles west of Monticello, accessible via paved Forest Road 105. The nearest major road is US Highway 191, which is roughly 16 miles to the east.

Elevation: 2668 feet

Distance to downtown

7.1 mi drive to downtown Monticello (about 14 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • There are no water, electrical or sewer hookups at this site however there are water spigots for campground use.
  • Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Last updated: September 9, 2026

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