Lower Onion Creek Campground

Campsites are located along the banks of the Colorado River, offering vistas of the river canyon, Fisher Towers and the area's captivating red rock formations. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Four group sites, Lower Onion Creek Group Sites A, B, C and #7, are available for reservation through Recreation.gov.

This campground has two boat ramps and is near popular 4WD roads, rock climbing, hiking and rafting opportunities. (Do not enter the river without life jackets; it has dangerous under currents.)

  • Individual Sites: 21 (limited to 10 people & two vehicles per site)
  • Group Sites: 4 (reservable); A, B, C and #7
  • Water: No
  • Toilets: Yes
  • Hook-ups: No

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Geographic Coordinates

38.737, -109.359

Directions

From the junction of Hwy. 191 & Hwy 128, drive east 22 miles along the Colorado River on Highway 128. Turn left (across from the "Fisher Towers" sign) and drive 1.5 miles on the gravel road to the campground.

Fees

$20/night (Pay at campground-cash or check only)