Overview

The Creek Pasture Group Site at Creek Pasture Campground is ideal for large groups wishing to recreate in the Indian Creek area, or camp close to the Bears Ears National Monument Indian Creek Unit of the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. The Indian Creek area is generally primitive and undeveloped, with few services. The Indian Creek area is a popular filming area because of its classical "western" look. Both commercial advertisements and major motion pictures have been filmed in the area.

Facilities

The Creek Pasture Group Site is located along the northwestern edge of the Creek Pasture Campground and features tent and trailer space, picnic tables, a fire ring, a vault toilet, and a shade structure. The site can hold approximately 20 vehicles, with a vehicle and trailer counting as two vehicles. There is no drinking water provided.

Natural Features

Indian Creek consists of a broad, gently rolling valley bracketed by the sandstone cliffs of Harts Point to the northeast and Bridger Jack Mesa to the southwest. The valley is bisected by both the major thoroughfare of Highway 211 and Indian Creek itself. From Highway 211 the interior of the valley is a classic western landscape with panoramic vistas, towering sandstone cliffs and spires, and rolling grasslands.

Recreation

The Indian Creek area has gained international recognition for its extraordinary natural beauty and numerous recreational opportunities. Spectacular landscapes along with rich archeological resources provide visitors with an abundance of recreational opportunities. These opportunities include: hiking, biking, cultural resource viewing, camping, off-highway vehicle (OHV) use, rock climbing, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, sightseeing and scenic photography. These features attract visitors from around the world, who recreate both privately and by hiring commercial outfitters.

Nearby Attractions

Creek Pasture is close to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park and the Bears Ears National Monument Indian Creek Unit.

Important Notices

• There are limited services in the Indian Creek corridor. Make sure to bring plenty of water and supplies.
• Wood collection is not allowed, bring your own firewood.
• Gusty winds are possible so always secure your tents and camping gear.
• Wildlife frequent the sites; never leave food out.
• Summer thunderstorms can cause flash flooding and gusty winds; stay aware of current weather conditions.
• Annual, Senior and Access passes do not apply to group site fees.

Available Activities

• Camping - Camping
• Historic & Cultural Site - Historic & Cultural Site
• Mountain Biking - Mountain Biking
• Off Highway Vehicle - Off Highway Vehicle
• Photography - Photography
• Rock Climbing - Rock Climbing
• Scenic Drive - Scenic Drive

Directions

<p>Turn west off US 191 onto Highway 211 and travel approximately 27 miles. The turn off to the campground is on the north side of the highway. It is located approximately 7.5 miles southeast of the Canyonlands National Park visitor's center and 14.5 miles northwest of Newspaper Rock. The group site is on the north end of the campground.</p>

Contact Information

Phone: 435-587-1500

Rental Options

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