Dewey Bridge Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Individual sites are $15-20 per night, cash or check only, paid at the campground. Group sites require advance reservation through Recreation.gov. 14-night stay limit per 30-day period.
Flood Watch issued October 29 at 9:42PM MDT until November 2 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest Colorado, including the following areas, Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San Juan River Basin and Southwest San Juan Mountains and southeast Utah, including the following areas, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains and Southeast Utah. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, recently burned areas, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected across portions of southeast Utah and southwest Colorado from Sunday morning through Monday morning over soils that are still saturated from recent rainfall and flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 29 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT Low pressure begins to dig southward from the PACNW on Friday, tapping into a fetch of Pacific moisture that will evolve into an atmospheric river streaming into the Desert Southwest this weekend. Showers and thunderstorms develop on Friday and Saturday across the region. Lighter rainfall totals Friday and Saturday will reflect, initially lower, moisture. However, a few thunderstorms could produce impactful downpours on saturated soils left over from last weekend's historic rainfall. Deeper moisture develops Saturday night and early Sunday. This is expected to produce heavier and more widespread rainfall across southeast UT and southwest CO Sunday and Monday, mostly below 10000 feet. While rivers are forecast to remain below action stage, a growing concern lies in the potential for runoff around saturated hillsides in the region. This could produce rock, mud, and debris flows onto roadways, as well as flash flood prone burn scars, washes, slot canyons, and arroyos. Early estimates predict an area of 1 to 2 inches of new rainfall for portions of southeast UT and southwest CO. This is a preliminary forecast that hinges on slight shifts in a strong moisture plume impacting the region. It also attempts to capture the most statistically likely outcome, despite stronger and weaker outlier predictions. Outdoor enthusiasts, motorists, and residents of recent flood impacted areas are encouraged to remain abreast of the developing forecast in the coming days.
About
Dewey Bridge Campground is a Bureau of Land Management recreation site positioned along the scenic Colorado River in San Juan County, Utah. Located 29 miles east of Moab on Highway 128, the campground provides a quieter alternative to busier Moab-area sites while still offering easy access to the region's iconic red rock landscapes. Sites are tucked among cottonwood trees along the riverbank, with views across to the dramatic Entrada Bluffs sandstone formations. The campground accommodates tents and small RVs across 7-8 individual sites available on a first-come, first-served basis, plus two group sites reservable through Recreation.gov. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table. Vault toilets are provided, but there is no potable water, hookups, or dump station. Campers must bring their own water and pack accordingly. The location offers river access for small boats and proximity to the ruins of the historic Dewey Bridge. Kokopelli's Trail, a popular multi-use route connecting Loma, Colorado to Moab, passes nearby. The Colorado River here has dangerous undercurrents; life jackets are required for water entry. A 14-night stay limit applies within any 30-day period.
Directions
From the junction of Highway 191 and Highway 128 in Moab, drive east 29 miles along the Colorado River on Highway 128. The campground is on the left.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 - $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| utmbmail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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