Bears Ears National Monument

Overview

Bears Ears National Monument is managed by Bureau of Land Management and is located near Blanding, Utah. Bears Ears National Monument is home to outstanding cultural, recreational and natural resources. Opportunities to experience these resources abound. The area is famous for its rock art sites, pueblo homes, rock climbing areas, San Juan river running, outstanding views for photography, camping areas, and designated routes.

Things to Do at Bears Ears National Monument

Camping Opportunities

Bears Ears National Monument offers 7 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.

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Permits & Passes

Special permits are required for certain activities. Reserve your permits in advance to ensure access to popular areas.

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Bears Ears National Monument include:

Nearby Activities

Plan Your Visit

Reservation Tips

Bears Ears National Monument is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.

Getting There

The nearest communities are Monument Valley, Mexican Hat, Bluff, Blanding, and Monticello. Highways 191, 211, 95, 261, and 163 all provide access to portions of National Monument.

Major commercial airlines serve Salt Lake City and St. George, Utah; Grand Junction, Colorado; and Las Vegas, Nevada. Commercial airlines also serve Moab, Utah and Cortez, Colorado.

GPS Coordinates: 37.52444600000000, -109.89577700000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: 435-587-1500

All Facilities & Activities

Campgrounds (7)

Creek Pasture Campground

From $15/night 3.7 stars

Creek Pasture Group Site

From $65/night 4.5 stars

Hamburger Rock Campground

From $15/night 4.8 stars

Indian Creek Falls Group Site

From $65/night 4.6 stars

Sand Island Recreation Area

From $15/night 4.1 stars

Superbowl Campground

From $15/night 4.6 stars

Superbowl Group Site

From $65/night 3.7 stars

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