Primitive campsites at Cathedral Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $0.00
- Type
- Campground
- Sites
- 6 total · 0 reservable · 6 first come
- Coordinates
- 38.4746, -111.3673
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
It is located approximately halfway on the Cathedral Valley Loop Road. About 36 miles (57.9 km) from the visitor center, this primitive, no-fee campground has 6 sites, each with a picnic table and fire grate. There is a pit toilet, but no water available. The campground is open year-round; however, visitors should check road conditions with the Capitol Reef Visitor Center prior to planning an overnight stay. The campground is at ~7,000 feet (2,133 m) in elevation, No reservations; first-come, first-served.
From the managing agency.
Is this site free?
No. this site charges $0.00.
Can I bring an RV to this site?
this site has 6 sites on record. 0 sites are reservable and 6 are first come.
How do I get to this site?
The campground is located approximately halfway on the Cathedral Valley Loop Road. About 36 miles (57.9 km) from the visitor center. The roads to access the campground are unpaved and typically high clearance two wheel drive. Four wheel drive can be needed depending on conditions. Call 435-425-3791 and follow the prompts for current road conditions.
What is the weather like at this site?
Check the weather before your visit: https://www.weather.gov/source/slc/flashflood/?Cathedral Roads could be impassable due to precipitation. Campground open year-round.
Nearby
- Round Lake Cua Dispersed4.3 mi
- ELKHORN CAMPGROUND4.9 mi
- Morrell Cua Dispersed6.3 mi
- Zedds Meadow Cua Dispersed7.5 mi
- Fremont River Cua Dispersed10.7 mi
- SUNGLOW CAMPGROUND12.3 mi
- Sunglow - Recreation Site12.4 mi
- FRUITA CAMPGROUND14.8 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
