Hamburger Rock Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Self-register at the kiosk upon arrival. No reservations accepted. $15 per night with a 14-day maximum stay. No drinking water available; bring your own. No cell service at the campground.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
About
Hamburger Rock Campground is situated at the base of its namesake geologic feature, a large red sandstone monolith in the Indian Creek area of Bears Ears National Monument. The 10 campsites occupy a high desert landscape rimmed by Wingate Sandstone cliffs, with a few sites shaded by small juniper trees while others are shaded primarily by the rock itself. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the Indian Creek corridor, internationally recognized for world-class crack climbing on the surrounding sandstone walls. Prominent geologic features visible from the area include Lavender Mesa, Bridger Jack Mesa, and the North and South Six Shooter Peaks. The region also contains significant archaeological resources for those interested in cultural history. Facilities are primitive: each site has a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets available, but there is no drinking water or hookups. Campers must bring all water and firewood, as wood collection is prohibited. The campground is approximately 3 miles southeast of Canyonlands National Park and 17 miles northwest of Newspaper Rock.
Directions
Turn west off U.S. Route 191 onto Utah State Route 211 and travel approximately 29.1 miles. Turn onto Lockhart Basin Road on the north side of the highway. The campground is located 1.2 miles down the maintained gravel road on the east side.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| blm_ut_mt_mail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 587-1500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| BLM Indian Creek - Bears Ears |
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