Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins

Bureau of Land Management brown portal sign for Sand Wash Portal to Desolation Canyon
DESOLATION GRAY CANYONS SCREEN CABINS
DESOLATION GRAY CANYONS SCREEN CABINS
DESOLATION GRAY CANYONS SCREEN CABINS
DESOLATION GRAY CANYONS SCREEN CABINS

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

4 total sites

Cabins

4 sites

About Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins

The Green River splits the 10,000 foot high Tavaputs Plateau to form the rugged canyons of Desolation Gray Canyons. Access to the canyons is the Sand Wash Ranger Station, a remote primative boat ramp and campground. While the canyons and river can be remote, rugged and beautiful during the hot summer months, Sand Wash can be overrun by mosquitos. Weather can run the gamet from hot 100 degree days with no wind, to wind, rain, or snow. Screen cabins are provided to allow the boater an escape from the bugs and weather.

Number of accommodations: 4

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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4 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏠 Beaman, Loop: CABINS Cabin
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏠 Bradley, Loop: CABINS Cabin
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏠 Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS Cabin
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available
🏠 Sumner, Loop: CABINS Cabin
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available

Reviews (47)

What Guests Are Saying

The Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins provide a clean, well-maintained shelter that effectively keeps bugs at bay, making for a comfortable stay. Many guests praised the helpfulness of Ranger Bobby and commented on the immaculate restroom facilities. While some minor issues were noted, such as a non-latching door and the need for garbage service, the overall experience was positive, with ample space and great amenities for groups.

Review Summary

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47 reviews
5
72.3%
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Dave A

Verified

October 6, 2021 Stayed at: Bradley, Loop: CABINS

4

We reserved the screen cabin due to reviews of bugs, instead we were happy to stay dry during an overnight rain and thunderstorm. The cabins were clean and the staff friendly and accommodating. The vault toilets were impeccable and the launch was perfect. Bring your mud shoes and Enjoy!

James A

Verified

April 29, 2022 Stayed at: Sumner, Loop: CABINS

5

the cabin has enough space in case one wants to get inside out of the rain, which we did not have to do. there is also plenty of space for an entire river party to camp there.

DAVID R

Verified

May 23, 2022 Stayed at: Sumner, Loop: CABINS

5

Cain was great for keeping the bugs away. Bring your own water though.

Kurt S

Verified

July 7, 2022 Stayed at: Bradley, Loop: CABINS

5

The ranger (Cameron) was very nice and helpful.

Kari W

Verified

August 8, 2022 Stayed at: Beaman, Loop: CABINS

5

Easy to find, simple camp site with bug relief. Androo was great and helpful with our launch and providing general info on the white board.

James R

Verified

May 25, 2023 Stayed at: Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS

5

Highly recommend for the first night

Christy L

Verified

May 30, 2023 Stayed at: Beaman, Loop: CABINS

5

Great facility!

Chris W

Verified

June 23, 2023 Stayed at: Beaman, Loop: CABINS

5

Screens keep mosquitoes out.

Anthony P

Verified

June 30, 2023 Stayed at: Bradley, Loop: CABINS

4

With the mosquitos this year, it was invaluable to have the screening cabins and it was very much appreciated to have them.

Scooter J

Verified

October 6, 2023 Stayed at: Bradley, Loop: CABINS

5

I love staying in the Bradley cabin ,,,

Location Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins

Address:
Bureau O F Land Management Price Field Office Desolation River <Br/> 125 South 600 West
Price, UT, 84501
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via US Highway 40, located approximately 5 miles from the site, with access points from both Myton and Duchesne.

Elevation: 1645 feet

Nearby National Park

Arches National Park

Arches National Park Entrance Station

Approximate driving time: 1 hr 23 min

Distance to downtown

77 mi drive to downtown Price (about 2 hr 36 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Screen Cabins are limited. Provide your fellow boater a campsite and allow them ability to escape the bugs at Sand Wash.&nbsp;Please refrain from reserving multiple cabins.&nbsp;
  • Intended as a place to gather, prepare meals and escape the bugs. Not as a substitute for a tent.&nbsp;
  • Area is 'pack it in-pack it out', offers picnic tables, fire rings, vault toilets.
  • Visitors must be self sufficient.
  • There are no amenities. No water, electricity, cell phone coverage or garbage disposal exists.
  • Road is graded gravel. Good tires and a spare tire(s) are a must.

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Last updated: September 6, 2026

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