The Needles Campground
Open year-round. Loop B sites are reservable via Recreation.gov from March 15 through November 15; Loop A is first-come, first-served only. Potable water and flush toilets are seasonal. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights.
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
The Needles Campground provides an excellent base for exploring the dramatic red and white sandstone spires of Canyonlands' Needles District. Located at the end of Utah Highway 211, about 1.5 hours from Moab, the campground sits in a remote high desert setting at roughly 4,900 feet elevation. The 26 individual sites accommodate tents and small RVs up to 28 feet combined length. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Loop A operates on a first-come, first-served basis year-round, while Loop B accepts reservations through Recreation.gov from March 15 through November 15. Spring and fall are the busiest seasons with pleasant temperatures; summer highs often exceed 100°F and winters bring cold nights near 0°F. Two ADA-accessible sites are available in Loop A. The campground has no electricity, hookups, dump station, showers, or cell coverage. Flush toilets and potable water operate seasonally; vault toilets are available year-round. Quiet hours run from 8pm to 8am, generators are restricted to 8-10am and 4-8pm, and maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights. Arrive before dark as there are no lights on park roads or in the campground.
Directions
From Moab, drive south on US-191 for approximately 40 miles. Turn west onto UT-211 and continue about 35 miles to the Needles Visitor Center. The campground is approximately 3 miles past the entrance station at the end of the main park road.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 28ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 28ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-4711 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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