Goblin Valley State Park
Open year-round. Dump and fill station operational. Showers available. Heat advisory in effect with temperatures reaching 90s-100s. The park is very busy during spring and fall weekends and can reach capacity. 14-night camping limit within any 30-day period.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 8 at 3:13PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
ESFSLC The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel will merge with a fall-like storm system over the western United States, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall and a resulting threat of flooding. Widespread rainfall of 1 to 3 inches is expected, locally in excess of 3 inches, particularly across south aspects of southern Utah mountains, between late Saturday and Monday morning. Expect many area waterways including streams, rivers, normally dry washes, creeks, and slot canyons to have rising, fast flows by Sunday evening. Current forecasts do not bring any rivers to flood stage, but this will be monitored as the fine details of heavy rain bands become more confident. Those with activities near rivers, streams, creeks and recent burn scars should closely monitor the forecast over the next several days. Those with outdoor plans Sunday onward that include any travel near waterways across Utah should consider alternate plans. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain possible through at least Wednesday. While the rainfall rates with these additional rounds of precipitation will generally be lower, areas that receive significant precipitation during the weekend will be extra sensitive to any additional rainfall.
About
Goblin Valley State Park contains one of Utah's most distinctive landscapes, with thousands of sandstone hoodoos eroded into fantastical goblin-like shapes scattered across the valley floor. The developed campground provides 24 sites split between walk-in tent pads and RV spaces, plus a group site accommodating up to 40 people. Two yurts with heating and swamp cooling offer a more comfortable option. All standard sites include shade shelters, picnic tables, and metal fire rings, though no electrical hookups are available. Beyond the main campground, extensive primitive camping is available at the Behind the Butte areas (East, West, and North campgrounds) for $15 per night, plus free dispersed sites near the entrance and at Crack Canyon. These operate first-come-first-served and include vault toilets and fire rings at most sites. High-clearance vehicles are recommended for primitive areas. The park offers hiking through the Valley of the Goblins, mountain biking, disc golf, canyoneering, and OHV access. Its designation as an International Dark Sky Park makes it a prime destination for stargazing. Summer temperatures frequently reach the 90s and 100s, requiring early morning activity and substantial water intake.
Directions
Located in Emery County, southeastern Utah. From Green River, take I-70 west to exit 149, then head south on UT-24 for approximately 24 miles. Turn west onto Temple Mountain Road and follow signs to the park entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 - $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 275-4584 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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