Stanton Creek Primitive Camping Area
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No reservations accepted. Pit toilets are not always available; when absent, campers must bring portable toilet systems. Road conditions vary; check with Bullfrog Visitor Center before attempting access.
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
Stanton Creek Primitive Camping Area provides a true backcountry camping experience on the shores of Lake Powell within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. This is dispersed camping at its most basic: no designated sites, no amenities, and no reservations. Campers drive or boat in and set up wherever they find suitable ground among the dirt, brush, and sandstone terrain. Some areas sit directly adjacent to the lake when water levels permit. The access road branches off Highway 276 just north of Bullfrog Marina and quickly deteriorates into sandy stretches and rocky terrain. A high-clearance 4WD vehicle is strongly recommended; RVs and trailers face significant challenges. Lake level fluctuations can dramatically change beach access and create hazardous conditions, so campers should monitor water levels before arrival. Ground fires are permitted below the 3,700-foot high-water mark and must be contained to a 4x4-foot area. Campers must bring their own firewood as collection is prohibited. All trash must be packed out, and when pit toilets are unavailable, portable toilet systems are required for human waste within a quarter mile of the shoreline. Quiet hours run from 10pm to 6am.
Directions
Turn onto the access road just north of Bullfrog Marina on Highway 276. The unpaved road requires high-clearance 4WD due to sandy stretches and sandstone terrain. Drive until you find a suitable place to camp.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $12 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| glca_information@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (928) 608-6200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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