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Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

Canyonlands National Park — hiking

Location: Moab, UT, UT

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (266 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Camp Host

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/canyonlands-national-park-needles-district-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Remote Needles District offers incredible views and quiet solitude with a 4.9/5 rating from 68 campers. Best suited for tents and self-contained RVs seeking wilderness experience with activities like hiking, biking, photography, and star gazing.

Wildlife alert: Bobcat, Mule Deer, Desert Cottontail, Common Raven, Juniper Titmouse, Midget Faded Rattlesnake, and Long-nosed Leopard Lizard present in area.

Insider tips for Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground: Site A2 has the best afternoon shade according to camper reviews. Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites. Visit Tuesday-Thursday for fewer crowds.

Skip Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground if: Seeking full hookups; no hookups available at most sites.. Unable to handle extreme heat; campground lacks adequate shade.. Requiring high-service amenities; this is a remote, limited-service facility.. Visiting outside May-October; campground operates seasonally..

Best time to visit Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground: May-October — Official operating season for the campground.. Early May or October — Avoid extreme heat; campers report very hot conditions during peak summer months..

Nearby campgrounds: Hamburger Rock Campground (Monticello, UT), Indian Creek Falls Group Site (Monticello, UT), Creek Pasture Group Site (Monticello, UT), Superbowl Campground (Monticello, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

Cell signal at Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground (Moab, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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    Moab, UT, UT★ 4.8 (266 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    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.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV28 ft
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    ADA sites1 sites
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking WaterElectric Hookups
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesShowersCamp Host
    Family & Pets
    Flush ToiletsDump Station

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ Seeking full hookups; no hookups available at most sites.✕ Unable to handle extreme heat; campground lacks adequate shade.✕ Requiring high-service amenities; this is a remote, limited-service facility.✕ Visiting outside May-October; campground operates seasonally.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Site A2 has the best afternoon shade according to camper reviews.

    Book early as this is a popular federal campground with only 11 sites.

    Visit Tuesday-Thursday for fewer crowds.

    Best: May-October

    Official operating season for the campground.

    Best: Early May or October

    Avoid extreme heat; campers report very hot conditions during peak summer months.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Bobcat, Mule Deer, Desert Cottontail, Common Raven, Juniper Titmouse, Midget Faded Rattlesnake, and Long-nosed Leopard Lizard present in area.

    Location

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    (435) 259-4711· Canyonlands National Park
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    Getting there →

    On US Highway 191, drive 40 miles (60 km) south of Moab or 14 miles (22 km) north of Monticello, then take Utah Highway 211 roughly 35 miles (56 km) west. Highway 211 ends in the Needles, and is the only paved road leading in and out of the district. Needles District Campground From the entrance station follow the main park road until you see signs for the campground. Turn left into the campground and follow the signs into Loop B. For reservations and directions to group campsites (groups of 11

    Campground entrance

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Canyonlands National Park fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Canyonlands National Park before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground cost per night?+
    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground open?+
    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground?+
    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground can accommodate RVs up to 28 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground?+
    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $20 /night★ 4.8 (266)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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