Devils Canyon
Campground · Utah · 41 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Manti-La Sal National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 41
- Bookable sites
- 90 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 7,119 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Devils Canyon Campground sits in the Manti-LaSal National Forest of southeast Utah at the foot of the Abajo Mountains.
There is water available seasonally from June to September.
Recreation
Several miles of off-road vehicle trails crisscross the Abajo Mountains. The Camp Jackson/Wagon Wheel Trail can be accessed nearby.The Abajo Loop State Scenic Backway passes by the campground. It leads from the desert floor and red rock canyons to steep mountains over 10,000 feet high, with overlooks and panoramic views. The byway is suitable for passenger vehicles from late spring through fall but is not recommended for large RVs.
Facilities
The campground contains numerous single-family sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Vault toilets and drinking water (seasonal) are provided. Showers are available eight miles south in Blanding. Firewood is limited. Parking spurs are paved. Sites # 1-5 and 8-16 are accessible and have paved areas around the fire pit and picnic table. Sites # 6 & 7 have short trails from parking spur to paved camping area and are not considered accessible. There is a 14 day stay limit at this campground.
Natural Features
Ponderosa pines, pinyon pines and juniper cover the area, offering limited shade. The campground sits at an elevation of 7,400 feet, and summer temperatures are warm in the day and cool in the evening. Birds, squirrels, chipmunks, mule deer and black bear may be seen in the area.Nearby Attractions
Popular attractions in the area include Canyonlands, Arches and Mesa Verde National Parks, Dark Canyon Wilderness, Edge of the Cedars State Park, Lake Powell and numerous archaeological sites.Evening programs are provided at Edge of the Cedars Museum in Blanding. The San Juan County Fair is held annually in August in Monticello.
The facts
- Season: Beginning April – September 30 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 41 bookable sites
- 1 accessible site
- Vehicles up to 90 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: NORTH, SOUTH
Site types
- 41 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
41 campsites at Devils Canyon
Check-in 1:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 90 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 36 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 37 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 38 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Parallel | Paved | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 39 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 40 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 41 | NORTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 1 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 80 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 3 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Paved | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 9 | SOUTH | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
The campground is 13 miles south of Monticello, Utah and 9 miles north of Blanding, Utah on US Highway 191. The campground is approximately 1/4-mile off the highway.
37.73671, -109.41144 · 37°44'12.1"N 109°24'41.2"W
Typical weather
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| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 3.6 | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1.8 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 2.6 | 3.0 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 2.3 | 3.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Devils Canyon
- Can you reserve a site at Devils Canyon?
- Yes, Devils Canyon is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Devils Canyon have?
- 41 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Devils Canyon?
- 90 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Devils Canyon?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Devils Canyon.
- Are campfires allowed at Devils Canyon?
- Campfires are allowed at Devils Canyon. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Devils Canyon also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Devils Canyon's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- $20/Night for each campsite
Camping near Devils Canyon
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- Dalton Springs Campground 9.6 mi · Campground
- Monticello Lake Fishing Site 11.3 mi · Facility
- Foy Lake Fishing/Camping Site 12.7 mi · Campground
- Newspaper Rock 18.3 mi · Facility
- Butler Wash Interpretive Trail 19.2 mi · Facility
- Mule Canyon Interpretive Site 22.7 mi · Facility
- Dark Canyon Wilderness Recreation Area 28.5 mi · Facility
- Kane Gulch Ranger Station 30.3 mi · Facility
- Hovenweep Visitor Center 30.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 435-587-2041
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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