Nizhoni
The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through late September. Currently open on a first-come, first-served basis. The maximum stay is 14 consecutive days.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 6:26PM MDT until July 21 at 9:30PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
FFWGJT The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... South Central Grand County in east central Utah... Northeastern San Juan County in southeastern Utah... * Until 930 PM MDT. * At 626 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across Kane Springs and Hunter Canyons. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Moab and Spanish Valley. This includes the following streams and drainages... Kane Springs Canyon and Hunters Canyon.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 6:19PM MDT until July 21 at 10:15PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
FFWGJT The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... The Babylon burn scar in... Central San Juan County in southeastern Utah... * Until 1015 PM MDT. * At 619 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the Babylon Burn Scar. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow moving through the Dark Canyon. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding in and around the Babylon Burn Scar. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the Babylon Burn Scar. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... mainly rural areas of Central San Juan County
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 6:14PM MDT until July 21 at 10:15PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
FFWGJT The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern San Juan County in southeastern Utah... * Until 1015 PM MDT. * At 614 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Bluff, Tselakai Dezza and Montezuma Creek.
About
Nizhoni Campground is nestled at 7,800 feet elevation in a towering ponderosa pine forest at the foot of the Abajo Mountains in southeastern Utah's Manti-La Sal National Forest. The campground offers 21 single-family sites and 2 group areas capable of accommodating up to 50 campers each. Gambel oaks and sagebrush dot the surrounding landscape, and summer temperatures range from 80-90 degrees during the day to 55-65 degrees at night. The area supports diverse wildlife including mule deer, wild turkeys, Abert's squirrels, and occasional black bear sightings. Several trailheads are accessible nearby, including Shay Ridge, Aspen Flat, and Red Ledges. The Abajo Loop State Scenic Backway passes by the campground, offering a scenic drive from desert floor through red rock canyons to mountain peaks over 10,000 feet. Nearby attractions include Canyonlands, Arches, and Mesa Verde National Parks, Dark Canyon Wilderness, Edge of the Cedars State Park, Lake Powell, and numerous archaeological sites throughout the region.
Directions
From Blanding, Utah, travel north on Highway 191 approximately 2 miles. Turn left on County Road 2191 and continue 3/4 mile to the stop sign. Turn right on Forest Road 079 and proceed approximately 10 miles to the campground on the right side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 25ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 587-2041 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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