Island in the Sky Campground - Canyonlands National Park {Video}

Island in the Sky Campground in Canyonlands National Park is also known as the Willow Flat Campground.

Island in the Sky Willow Flat Campground - Canyonlands National Park

This Island in the Sky Campground Willow Flat is open year-round and is located on the scenic drive within Island in the Sky District.

There are 12 sites within the campground located in a loop. The campground is close to the Green River overlook that offers amazing views of the surrounding area.

From the campground, you can easily access the Mesa Arch Trail, White Rim Trail Road, and more of the stunning Island of the Sky Section.

Sites do fill quickly from Spring through Fall! You will want to plan to arrive early to get a site, especially during the busy season.

The nearest place to get food, firewood, and supplies is Moab, Utah, approximately 45-60 minutes from Island in the Sky. You will want to come prepared with everything you need for your stay.

Number of Sites: 12

Location in the park: Near the Green River Overlook

Campsite Cost: $15 per site

Senior/Access Camping Fee: $

Payments accepted:

Reservations: No, all sites are first come first served.

Accessible Sites: Island in the Sky Campground has one accessible campsite and a nearby pit toilet. The campsite is reserved at all times for people with disabilities only.

The campsite is paved with the exception of the tent pad, which is dirt. Paths to the toilet and campsite payment station are paved.

Pets Allowed: Yes, they must be leashed at all times.

Campground Reservations

Are campground Reservations Available? No, All sites are first come first serve

Campground Amenities

Dump Station: No

Flush Toilets: No, Vault Toilets

Payphone: No

Is wifi available? No

Is cellular Phone Service Available? No, You may be able to get service in other portions of the Island in the Sky Section.

Is a camp host available on site? We did not see a camp host during our visit.

Is firewood available for purchase? No, Fire is available in town

Amenities at each campsite:

Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring.

Fire pit in the site? Yes

Picnic Table in the site? Yes

Bear Box in site/area?

Potable Water? No, there is no water at the campground. You can get drinking water outside the visitor center spring through fall. Make sure to bring multiple camping water jugs so you have more than enough water with you.

Don't forget to pack

Insect repellent is always a great idea outdoors, especially around any body of water.

We use Permethrin Spray on our clothes before our park trips. Please read my article on preventing biting insects while enjoying the outdoors.

Sunscreen - I buy environmentally friendly sunscreen whenever possible because you inevitably pull it out at the beach.

Bring your water bottle and plenty of water with you. Plastic water bottles are not sold in the park.

Sunglasses - I always bring sunglasses with me. I personally love Goodr sunglasses because they are lightweight, durable, and have awesome National Park Designs from several National Parks like Joshua Tree, Yellowstone, Hawaii Volcanoes, Acadia, Denali, and more!

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Binoculars/Spotting Scope - These will help spot birds and wildlife and make them easier to identify. We tend to see waterfowl in the distance, and they are always just a bit too far to identify them without binoculars.

RV Camping at Willow Flat Campground

RV Length: RVs and trailers are permitted, but campsite length is limited to 28 feet in most sites.

Generators: Generators may only be used between 8 am and 10 am, or from 4 pm to 8 pm.

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How to get to Campground

Turn on UT 313, approximately 10 miles north of Moab or 22 miles south of I-70. Follow the road 22 miles to the entrance to Canyonlands National Park - Island in the Sky district.

Continue on the park road for approximately 7 miles. Make a right turn toward Upheaval Dome, and follow signs to the campground.

Campground Regulations

The maximum number of people in a campsite: 10

The number of cars per campsite: 2

Checkout time: 10 am

Quiet Hours: 8 pm to 8 am

Maximum stay: 7 consecutive nights.

If the campground is full there are additional camping opportunities at Dead Horse Point State Park, nearby BLM lands, and within Arches National Park.