Swasey's Beach Campground

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Key facts

Where is it?

Coordinates: 39.115912, -110.112083. Part of: Desolation Canyon (Bureau of Land Management). Directions from the source: <p>Swaseys Beach Campground is located 10 miles north of Green River City via Hastings Road. </p> <p><strong>From I-70 eastbound</strong> (Price, Richfield): Take Exit 160 and travel east on the business loop (SR 19) for 3 miles, turning left on Hastings Road. The campground is in 9.5 miles.</p> <p><strong>From I-70 westbound</strong> (Moab, Grand JUnction): Take Exit 164 and travel west on the business loop for 1.3 miles, turning right on Hastings Road. The campground is in 9.5 miles.</p>

What facilities are there?

Accessible vault toilets Picnic tables Campfire rings Boat ramp

Good for — in the source's words

Overview The Swaseys Beach campground and day use area allow for camping and picnicking opportunities on the Green River across from Swaseys Boat Ramp.

About — from the official source

Overview The Swaseys Beach campground and day use area allow for camping and picnicking opportunities on the Green River across from Swaseys Boat Ramp. The beach and many campsites are shaded with large cottonwoods. Both areas are often full on summer weekends with recreationists floating the Green River Daily, swimming, enjoying the beach, and camping. Recreation Thousands of visitors float the Green River Daily each year, putting in at Nefertiti Boat Ramp eight miles north of Swaseys Beach. Many more day users find relaxation on the beach, picnicking, fishing, and swimming during the warm summer months. While BLM rangers maintain the campground and patrol the river, there are no lifeguards, and visitors are responsible for their safety. Campfires are only allowed in fire rings. Please do not build fires on the beach . Facilities Accessible vault toilets Picnic tables Campfire rings Boat ramp Natural Features This recreation site is located beside Swaseys Rapid near the takeout for river runners floating the Green River Daily and Desolation-Gray canyons. It is framed by steep canyon walls, and cottonwoods provide a reprieve from summer heat. Hastings Road continues north paralleling the river, providing a scenic drive through the canyon and opportunities to appreciate the lush riparian ecosystem, rock art, sounds of the Green River, and outstanding canyon scenery including views of Desolation Canyon Wilderness across the river. This segment of the Green River is designated as a Wild and Scenic River Recreational Segment. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (435) 636-3600.

Fees

Individual campsites are $15/night and fit 1-2 vehicles. Group campsites are $50/night. There is one self pay station at the campground entrance.

Reservations

This facility is listed as reservable on Recreation.gov.

Contact

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