Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins Near Price, UT

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About Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins

The Green River splits the 10 ft 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.

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🏠 Beaman, Loop: CABINS Cabin

8 guests

🏠 Bradley, Loop: CABINS Cabin

8 guests

🏠 Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS Cabin

8 guests

🏠 Sumner, Loop: CABINS Cabin

8 guests

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🏠 Beaman, Loop: CABINS Cabin

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🏠 Bradley, Loop: CABINS Cabin

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🏠 Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS Cabin

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🏠 Sumner, Loop: CABINS Cabin

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Reviews (47)

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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.

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4.6

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Taylor H

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October 3, 2024 • Stayed at: Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS

The cabins were very clean and came with a small table that was perfect for a night's stay.

Paula S

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September 30, 2024 • Stayed at: Bradley, Loop: CABINS

This wasn't completely necessary for this time of year before departing on the river for a week but my group was still thankful that we had it to cook in and store our things in overnight. It was very clean too.

Alexander J

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August 22, 2024 • Stayed at: Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS

One of the cleanest fed facilities I've ever visited. Cam in the man!

Sue M

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July 15, 2024 • Stayed at: Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS

The cabin was clean and in great condition. Bonus- I was expecting dirt floor and was pleasantly surprised to see concrete. If we're lucky enough to pull another permit I'll definitely reserve again.

George K

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July 11, 2024 • Stayed at: Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS

No bugs!

DEREK S

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July 4, 2024 • Stayed at: Howland Brothers, Loop: CABINS

I've been to Sand Wash several times over the years, and whoever is managing the cabins there now is doing a great job. Those pit toilets were sparkling clean and the cabins were swept and extremely well kept. Good job!

Carolyn M

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May 4, 2024 • Stayed at: Bradley, Loop: CABINS

We stayed at the Bradley Cabin the night before our April 24 launch on the Green River, Desolation - Gray Canyons. The river was still coming up, so there were no pesky bugs to speak of, as of yet! The cabin allowed our small group of 7 to base from the location - an easy carry/walk to the launch area.
After an inspection and briefing from Ranger Corey, who was on his way down river in search of several collared deer who'd gone missing, we launched on 7,200 cfs at 10:20 am. We caught up with Ranger Corey again at Jack Creek camp - he'd found one carcas, but the second eluded him.
We also camped at Steer Ridge, Trail Canyon, Above Wire Fence #1 and School Section and ended our trip at Swasey's takeout Day 8, with 11,000 cfs. All in all, it was a terrific spring trip!

Scooter J

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

I love staying in the Bradley cabin ,,,

Anthony P

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

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

Chris W

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

Screens keep mosquitoes out.

Location & Directions for Desolation Gray Canyons Screen Cabins

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

Elevation: 1,645 ft

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Getting There

<b>From Vernal, Utah: </b> Head some 40 mi southwest to the town of Myton. Just west of Myton, turn south off US 40 on the first paved road and follow the signs to Sand Wash Boat Ramp. Boaters must slow down and begin to enjoy the trip. Roads ar...

Nearest town

Price, UT - 77 mi

About over 2 hr (156 min) to downtown

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.

Nearby National Park

Arches National Park

Arches National Park Entrance Station

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (83 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. Please refrain from reserving multiple cabins. 
Intended as a place to gather, prepare meals and escape the bugs. Not as a substitute for a tent. 
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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