Swasey's Beach Campground
Open year-round, first-come first-served. No reservations accepted. No potable water on site. Watch for rockfall and flash floods during rainy seasons. Campfires are only allowed in fire rings.
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
Swasey's Beach Campground occupies a scenic stretch of the Green River corridor about 10 miles north of Green River City via Hastings Road. Managed by the BLM Price Field Office, the campground offers 12 sites—nine standard and three group sites—all operated on a first-come, first-served basis. Large cottonwoods shade the beach and many campsites, providing relief from summer heat. The recreation site sits beside Swasey's Rapid at the takeout for river runners completing the Green River Daily and Desolation-Gray Canyon floats. Thousands of visitors float this Wild and Scenic River segment annually. Day users enjoy the sandy beach for picnicking, fishing, and swimming during warm months. BLM rangers patrol the area, but there are no lifeguards. Facilities include vault toilets, picnic tables, metal fire rings, and camping pads. No potable water, hookups, or showers are available. Hastings Road is paved to the nearby boat ramp; the short section to the campground is gravel and well-maintained. The canyon setting features steep walls, riparian habitat, and views of Desolation Canyon Wilderness across the river.
Directions
From I-70 eastbound (Price, Richfield): Take Exit 160 and travel east on the business loop (SR 19) for 3 miles, turn left on Hastings Road. Campground is in 9.5 miles. From I-70 westbound (Moab, Grand Junction): Take Exit 164 and travel west on the business loop for 1.3 miles, turn right on Hastings Road. Campground is in 9.5 miles. Road is paved to the boat ramp; the short section to the campground is gravel.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 636-3600 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| BLM Swasey's Beach Campground |
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