Accessible via gravel roads, Superbowl Campground sits at 4,900 feet elevation within the Indian Creek Unit of Bears Ears National Monument. This Bureau of Land Management facility charges $15 per night and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. The 37 sites accommodate various RV sizes, though sites 36 and 37 require navigating rougher road conditions for added seclusion.
Campers consistently report the campground maintains clean conditions despite having no trash service. The open site layout provides little privacy between neighbors, and vault toilets serve the facility. Water hookups are available at some sites, but no potable water source exists on-property. Cell service remains spotty to nonexistent for major carriers.
Rock climbers frequent the area, taking advantage of nearby Indian Creek climbing routes less than 9 miles from Canyonlands National Park's Needles District. Doug W. noted it "was very clean when we were there and at capacity every night." The campground sits in a flash flood plain, with recent storms sometimes leaving mud across lower-elevation sites.
Pack out all trash and bring your own water. The 14-day limit within a 30-day period allows extended stays, and the facility remains open year-round weather permitting.
Description
Overview
Superbowl Campground is a good option for visitors wishing to recreate in the Indian Creek area of Bears Ears National Monument or be close to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. The campground is located south off the Needles Highway (accessed from Utah State Route 211), approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Canyonlands National Park and 13.5 miles northwest of Newspaper Rock. The campground provides 37 campsites that each feature a tent/trailer space, a picnic table, a fire ring, and vault toilets. Each campsite can hold 10 people and 2 vehicles. There is no drinking water at the campground. Reservations are not available for camping at this location. Individual campsites are available on a first come, first served basis upon arrival at the self-register kiosk at the site. The Superbowl Group Site is available for larger groups, and may be reserved here. The Indian Creek area is generally primitive and undeveloped, with few services.
Recreation
The Indian Creek area of Bears Ears National Monument has gained international recognition for its extraordinary natural beauty and recreational opportunities. The Indian Creek canyon opens to a broad valley rimmed by Wingate Sandstone cliffs known for world-class rock climbing. Prominent geologic features include Lavender Mesa, Bridger Jack Mesa, and North and South Six Shooter Peaks. This spectacular setting and rich archeological resources provide visitors with recreational opportunities such as rock climbing, camping, cultural resource viewing, scenic photography, and off-highway vehicle (OHV) touring on designated routes.
Natural Features
The campground is located near the banks of Indian Creek. Creek flow is intermittent, and except for spring or immediately after precipitation, the creek bed is typically dry. Cottonwood trees line the banks of the creek and provide shade at some campsites.
Nearby Attractions
Newspaper Rock Needles District of Canyonlands National Park
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (435) 587-1500.
Charges & Cancellations
No refunds are available.
Fee Info
Superbowl Campground is first come, first served and payment must be made upon arrival at the self-register kiosk at the campground using cash, check, or the Scan & Pay feature on the Recreation.gov mobile app. You must have the Recreation.gov app installed on your mobile device prior to arrival to use the Scan & Pay payment method.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSuperbowl Campground is located in Utah
Directions
Turn west off U.S. Route 191 onto Utah State Route 211 and travel approximately 25.8 miles. Turn onto County Road 0574 on the south side of the highway. The campground is located 0.25 miles down the natural surface road.
Address
BLM Monticello Field Office
365 N Main St
Monticello, UT 84535
Coordinates
38.145806 N
109.622019 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TPossible CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 4/3/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TPossible CoverageVerified by 15 usersLast on 4/3/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 3 hrs 51 min from Grand Junction, CO
- 4 hrs 2 min from Farmington, NM
- 5 hrs 16 min from Provo, UT
- 5 hrs 47 min from Salt Lake City, UT
