Creek Pasture Campground

Bears Ears National Monument — hiking

Location: Monticello, UT, UT

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 3.7 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Creek Pasture Campground is a good option for visitors wishing to recreate in the Indian Creek area of Bears Ears National Monument or be close to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. The campground is located north off the Needles Highway (accessed from Utah State Route 211), approximately 5 miles southeast of Canyonlands National Park and 15 miles northwest of Newspaper Rock. The campground provides 32 campsites that each feature a tent/trailer space, a picnic table, a fire ring,

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/creek-pasture-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Creek Pasture offers 32 tent sites with excellent access to Indian Creek area, Bears Ears National Monument, and Canyonlands National Park's Needles District. Campers praise stunning sunset views with cliffs lighting up directly in front of sites, creek-side location with abundant trees, and clean, quiet conditions.

Wildlife alert: Crotalus oreganus concolor (Great Basin rattlesnake) present in area. Also: Desert Cottontail, Common Raccoon, Red-tailed Hawk, Plateau Fence Lizard, Common Side-blotched Lizard.

Insider tips for Creek Pasture Campground: Book early — federal campground fills up quickly Sites are creek-adjacent with substantial tree cover for shade No hookups available; tent camping only

Skip Creek Pasture Campground if: You need RV hookups — campground has none. You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure. You want guaranteed quiet — large groups and events can occupy campground.

Best time to visit Creek Pasture Campground: May-October — Official operating season only; campground closed November-April.. Late July — Camper reported low occupancy with water still present near creek during typically dry season..

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Creek Pasture Campground

Cell signal at Creek Pasture Campground (Monticello, 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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Creek Pasture Campground is a good option for visitors wishing to recreate in the Indian Creek area of Bears Ears National Monument or be close to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. The campground is located north off the Needles Highway (accessed from Utah State Route 211), approximately 5 miles southeast of Canyonlands National Park and 15 miles northwest of Newspaper Rock. The campground provides 32 campsites that each feature a tent/trailer space, a picnic table, a fire ring, and vault toilets.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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:✕ You need RV hookups — campground has none✕ You visit outside May-October — seasonal closure✕ You want guaranteed quiet — large groups and events can occupy campground

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

federal campground fills up quickly

Sites are creek-adjacent with substantial tree cover for shade

No hookups available; tent camping only

Best: May-October

Official operating season only; campground closed November-April.

Best: Late July

Camper reported low occupancy with water still present near creek during typically dry season.

Things to do nearby

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Cell signal

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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%
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4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Crotalus oreganus concolor (Great Basin rattlesnake) present in area. Also: Desert Cottontail, Common Raccoon, Red-tailed Hawk, Plateau Fence Lizard, Common Side-blotched Lizard.

Location

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Getting there →

Turn west off U.S. Route 191 onto Utah State Route 211 and travel approximately 27.2 miles. Turn onto County Road 2382 on the north side of the highway. The campground is located 0.4 miles down the natural surface road.

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Bears Ears National Monument fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Bears Ears National Monument before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Creek Pasture Campground cost per night?+
Creek Pasture Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Creek Pasture Campground open?+
Creek Pasture Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Creek Pasture Campground have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Creek Pasture Campground?+
Creek Pasture Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Creek Pasture Campground?+
Creek Pasture 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 Creek Pasture Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Creek Pasture Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Creek Pasture Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Creek Pasture Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$15 /night★ 3.7 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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