Goosenecks Campground
Goosenecks State Park
Write a Review Hwy 316 Mexican Hat, UT 84531 435-678-2238 Official WebsiteGPS: 37.1746, -109.9271
Overview of Goosenecks Campground
There are 8 designated campsites along the rim, where fire rings and picnic tables are located. First-come, first-served sites only. No reservations accepted.
Last Price Paid: $10
Reported by micah on 4/20/2024
Longest RV Reported: 44 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Jackiehollander on 4/26/2023
Number of Sites 8
Pad Type gravel
Elevation 4,954 ft / 1,509 m
Max Length 30 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 435-678-2238
tdsaenz asked on 1/25/2022
Does anyone know where potable water can be found near Goosenecks State Park? Thanks!
Gregbers asked on 12/22/2021
We have a 43ft Alpine fifth wheel. Will we be able to access Goosenecks State Park? Thanks!
Jacqrabbit asked on 9/5/2021
For those who have dry camped here with a travel trailer. Did you have any problem leaving your trailer to go explori...
Reviews of Goosenecks Campground 62 people have reviewed this location.
“Camp right on the cliffs!!”
Reviewed 6/20/2018
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
We began our southward travel back towards home, however we had a few more stops that we wanted to take in. We ended up going to Goosenecks State Park just off of the San Juan River. It cost $10 a day to stay here and it was well worth it. We parked our RV just off of the thousand foot cliffs overlooking the river below. From this bas... more
We began our southward travel back towards home, however we had a few more stops that we wanted to take in. We ended up going to Goosenecks State Park just off of the San Juan River. It cost $10 a day to stay here and it was well worth it. We parked our RV just off of the thousand foot cliffs overlooking the river below.
From this base camp we ventured off to Monument Valley (which is actually a Navajo Tribal Park and not a National Park) the first day and the next day we went on a bucket list hike in Natural Bridges National Monument, where we saw Puebloan people’s ruins, built into the side of the cliffs.
We also saw the famous Mexican Hat rock formation just outside of our campgrounds, which is really interesting how mother nature creates her own art.
TheAdventureTravelers would stay here again
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“Shh, don't tell everyone ”
Reviewed 6/16/2018
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Gorgeous and quiet. One of my favorite "campground" experiences. We watched the sun set and rise. Well worth the drive out here and very close to the road through Valley of the Gods. It got a bit windy in the evening, but I don't know if that's a normal trend. Park attendant showed up maybe around 8am. There were only 5 vehicles (2 RVs... more
Gorgeous and quiet. One of my favorite "campground" experiences. We watched the sun set and rise. Well worth the drive out here and very close to the road through Valley of the Gods. It got a bit windy in the evening, but I don't know if that's a normal trend. Park attendant showed up maybe around 8am. There were only 5 vehicles (2 RVs) the night we stayed (Sun, May 27, 2018).
Viajero del mundo would stay here again
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“wow, that's a long way down”
Reviewed 5/6/2018
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
RV Length: | 32' (Fifth Wheel) |
We arrived at this park in the middle of a wind storm and it only got worse during the night so we didn't really spend a lot of time looking around. I think this would be a very interesting place to camp for a couple of days so we'll have to come back another time. We paid the $10 camping fee but after I was wondering if the place we ... more
We arrived at this park in the middle of a wind storm and it only got worse during the night so we didn't really spend a lot of time looking around. I think this would be a very interesting place to camp for a couple of days so we'll have to come back another time.
We paid the $10 camping fee but after I was wondering if the place we camped was really in the park. From the look of the place on google maps the park itself is quite small and a lot of the camp spots are farther down the road. You have to get to them by going through the park but I'm not convinced they are actually on park property. Anyway, I guess $10 is a small price to pay for access however the road is not in great shape, there are quite a few large rocks that you have to drive over, so take it slow!
Gord would stay here again
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“Great views!”
Reviewed 3/30/2018
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
This is a great place to spend a day (or a few).
No hook ups but the view makes up for that.
We drove our 45' Class A (towing a Suburban) without any issues.
Night sky is amazing.
John would stay here again
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“Excellent view and base to explore”
Reviewed 2/15/2018
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Beautiful small campground. Amazing views. No ranger on duty while there Immaculate area, clean vault toilets, trash cans for each site. Only 2 other campers there each night. Camp right at the edge! The road in is nice and paved but tight and steep. We disconnected our tow car and scouted it ahead of time. Lots of cows als... more
Beautiful small campground. Amazing views.
No ranger on duty while there
Immaculate area, clean vault toilets, trash cans for each site. Only 2 other campers there each night. Camp right at the edge!
The road in is nice and paved but tight and steep. We disconnected our tow car and scouted it ahead of time. Lots of cows also in area.
Close to valley of the gods, natural bridges and many others.
Att Mobley hotspot and T-Mobile iPhones were roaming on USA cellular 3g. Even for 3g it was pretty decent.
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“Camping on the edge”
Reviewed 10/20/2017
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
This is very basic as far as campgrounds go but out of this world views. We chose to drive out a little from the main spots. It was a little rocky but doable. A rental RV tried to take the same path at 20mph which was fun to watch. Note on Internet if you have AT&T - The coverage here is pretty good but roaming so be careful as AT&... more
This is very basic as far as campgrounds go but out of this world views. We chose to drive out a little from the main spots. It was a little rocky but doable. A rental RV tried to take the same path at 20mph which was fun to watch.
Note on Internet if you have AT&T - The coverage here is pretty good but roaming so be careful as AT&T on most contracts has a very low roaming data allowance.
Scott would stay here again
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“Bentmaps would stay here again!”
Reviewed 5/19/2017
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
This is a great opportunity to camp directly on the rim of a canyon and the unique views of the twisting, turning San Juan river are worth the $10. It is $5 to enter without camping, so worth the extra $5 to spend the night. There are a few established campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. However, if you continue on the roc... more
This is a great opportunity to camp directly on the rim of a canyon and the unique views of the twisting, turning San Juan river are worth the $10. It is $5 to enter without camping, so worth the extra $5 to spend the night. There are a few established campsites with picnic tables and fire rings. However, if you continue on the rocky road farther around the rim away from the day park area, you can pick any spot you like for dispersed camping. Great place to stargaze. My husband slept out under the stars on the the picnic table. We saw the ranger picking up trash and the pit toilets did not smell. A nice plus.
Bentmaps.com would stay here again
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“Camp right on the canyon rim for fantastic views of the San Juan River and Goosenecks. No hook-ups and few amenities, but the view alone is worth a couple of stars. ”
Reviewed 4/17/2017
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Site Number: | N/A |
RV Length: | 33' |
We stayed three nights at Goosenecks State Park and absolutely loved the views! There are a few sites adjacent to the paved parking area, but most are spaced out along the rim on an unimproved dirt road. Smaller vehicles can make it all the way to the turnaround, but the views don’t get any better so for larger rigs the first couple s... more
We stayed three nights at Goosenecks State Park and absolutely loved the views! There are a few sites adjacent to the paved parking area, but most are spaced out along the rim on an unimproved dirt road. Smaller vehicles can make it all the way to the turnaround, but the views don’t get any better so for larger rigs the first couple spots are the best. Each spot has a firepit and a few have picnic tables. There are bathrooms at the parking area, but no showers or hook-ups.
This is a great base to explore the area. Take your toad up the infamous Moki Dugway, a gravel 3-mile section of Hwy 261 with steep switchbacks that ascends 1200 feet up the Cedar Mesa. (Not recommended for larger vehicles, the road has both weight and length restrictions.) Enjoy the views from Muley Point, drive through Valley of the Gods, or explore Natural Bridges National Monument.
Verizon cell service was not reliable, vacillating between 1X and 2 bars of 3G.
Teddi & Roger would stay here again
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“Quality Souther Utah camping overlooking the Colorado River”
Reviewed 4/20/2016
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
RV Length: | 19' |
When this was a free campsite I would say its a 5 star campground. $10 is pretty good though to camp here. The goosenecks looking down upon the might Colorado river are pretty epic. There is tons of room to get far away from the day use parking area and really get some privacy. Usually have decent cell service too. Its a lot easier to ... more
When this was a free campsite I would say its a 5 star campground. $10 is pretty good though to camp here. The goosenecks looking down upon the might Colorado river are pretty epic. There is tons of room to get far away from the day use parking area and really get some privacy. Usually have decent cell service too. Its a lot easier to access for a quick stop compare to Vally of the Gods.
Chris would stay here again
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“Out-of-this-world views, off the beaten path.”
Reviewed 3/25/2016
Nightly rate: | $10 |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 1 |
RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
We tried to camp here last November but the howling 100 mph gusts sent us packing. This time, last March, the weather couldn't have been better. Spots are widely spaced and there's plenty of room for everyone. We scored the first spot along the rim, closest to the restroom. Only downside was negotiating a route around the big black... more
We tried to camp here last November but the howling 100 mph gusts sent us packing. This time, last March, the weather couldn't have been better.
Spots are widely spaced and there's plenty of room for everyone. We scored the first spot along the rim, closest to the restroom. Only downside was negotiating a route around the big black free range cow when nature called in the middle of the night.
Other than that, this is a magical place at a great price with clean vault toilets. Fire ring and picnic table accompanies each spot.
Watching the light change on the geography below is the best form of wide-screen entertainment!
Chris&David would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
- trash
Pets
- pets
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