Colorado River (Suitable - Recreational) · Open Access
4,091 ft
Elevation
We cannot watch this one yet. It is not reservable through recreation.gov. Nothing here will alert you — browse what we do watch.
Campsites are located along the banks of the Colorado River, offering vistas of the river canyon, Fisher Towers and the area's captivating red rock formations. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Two group sites, Lower Onion Creek Group Sites A and B, are available for reservation through Recreation.gov. This campground has two boat ramps and is near popular 4WD roads, rock climbing, hiking and rafting opportunities. (Do not enter the river without life jackets; it has dangerous under currents.).
Individual Sites: 21 (limited to 10 people & two vehicles per site);
Group Sites: 2 (reservable);
Water: No;
Toilets: Yes;
Hook-ups: No.
Getting there
From the junction of Hwy. 191 & Hwy 128, drive east 22 miles along the Colorado River on Highway 128. Turn left (across from the "Fisher Towers" sign) and drive 1.5 miles on the gravel road to the campground.
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
$20/night (Pay at campground-cash or check only)
Stay limit: 14 nights in a 30 consecutive day period
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Lower Onion Creek Campground
Can you reserve a site at Lower Onion Creek Campground?
No. Lower Onion Creek Campground is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
How long can you stay at Lower Onion Creek Campground?
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