There is so much to see in the Four Corners region. For example, choose Highway 191 and it will be…read moredifficult to keep your eyes on the road. I've traversed that blacktop so many times and yet I missed the obvious: the sign for the Sand Island campground and petroglyphs. This campground is a great base for exploring the region and the adjacent boat launch area that hugs the San Juan River makes it even more pleasant. Of course, what lured me here is the large 300-foot long sandstone panel of petroglyphs that overlooks the campground. Thankfully protected by a fence, the images here are in very good condition with none of the bullet holes and routine vandalism that too often affects other sites. Over 1,000 images here date from 3000 BCE to AD 300 and are the result of many peoples: Ute, Navajo, Zuni, Hopi, Pueblo, and European ancestry, too. Some of the etched images no longer contrast well against the surface because desert varnish -- the dark mineral coating that coats stone over time -- has seeped into the crevices of the rock art. The nuanced surface simply attests to the age of these petroglyphs. Spend a night camping at Sand Island and you'll literally have a front row seat to ancient history.

Didn't get to camp here because it was full. But I would have liked to! Seemed like a nice spot…read moreright on the river banks. Only vault toilets though. Flush toilets and Showers would make it perfect.

What an amazing location! Another wonder of nature. At only a $5 cover charge you can experience…read morethe force of water and the power it has to transform land. Easy access, plenty of parking, clean restrooms, and they offer a camping area.

If you're in the area, make time for a photo stop at Goosenecks State Park, near Mexican Hat…read more Similar to Horseshoe Bend but with multiple loops, this overlook showcases the winding turns of the San Juan River. Although it can be visited in just a few minutes, there's also ample parking and a picnic shelter onsite, for those looking to enjoy the locations longer.

Very accommodating! We arrived 3 hrs early, they charged us $10 to go ahead and check in. When we…read morewent to leave, our truck brakes weren't working. So we needed to stay another day and they worked us in. Very nice level sites. We were in a full hook up and pull thru site.

If you're camping in Bluff, we highly recommend Cadillac Ranch R V Park…read more Price is reasonable. The layout isn't cramped. The bathrooms facilities spectacular. The staff is friendly & accommodating. We would definitely stay at Cadillac Ranch R V Park again when in the Bluff area.

I thought I had read a review on Yelp for this campground but I guess not. Just got back from a…read moretwo night stay there. Conveniently located near Blanding, Utah as a gateway to Bluff and other Utah southeast attractions. I scoped sites out on Google Earth and reserved site #11 for tent camping. Ample backing up space, great steel picnic table and separate gas stove stand. Looks like the campground hosts (which I never saw) had thrown in a couple of logs. Really quiet campround and the bathroom was spotless, plenty of TP and even air fresheners hanging. I did not have a chance to hike around the surrounding area but this was a great campground. I did some astrophotography at night and there was no light pollution.

This may be the closest KoA to its namesake destination, and you are already surrounded by scenery…read more Sunrise and sunset are as gorgeous as you hope. The night sky is overwhelmingly gorgeous, and I can't remember lovelier stars than here. If only Van Gogh had visited. As it's the desert, the summer is overwhelmingly hot. The sun will attack you if you don't pay attention! It's Mario Bros 3, and the angry sun is swooping down everywhere. Also, the flies that come with the horses next door visit often, but we kept them at bay with our fan and fly swatters, and the scenery won out over the flies. The horses next door are a separate business but were actually great, and conveniently you can book different rides times right from the camp store. The bathhouses were sparkling, the laundry was conveniently next door. The bathhouse/laundry lighting was clever enough to be visible yet not detract from the stars. The camp store had practical and souvenir goods, and the staff were helpful. What a gorgeous spot. We'd come back again.

the views here are spectacular. we traveled across country…read morestaying at KOAs all the way through. we just noticed that the employees were not as accommodating as all the other KOA experiences we've enjoyed. most go out of their way to be pleasant and genuinely seem to want to make your stay a pleasant experience. maybe it's the difference in cultures; afterall we are Southerners and say 'Hey' to all and will get in your business as fast as you let us. i should have stopped at - the views are spectacular. waiting for the starry starry night sky.

This was the perfect RV spot to stay when visiting Monument Valley. Aaron was the best host. He…read morechecked in everyday to make sure we were enjoying our stay. He was a great resource for local Navajo history. We were lucky to stay in one of the two full hookup sites. It was winter so we liked having hookups. There are friendly family dogs that roam freely which was fine by us.

We found Tipi Valley on Google and we are so glad we booked here! Aaron is a great host, very…read morefriendly and accommodating and we loved sharing his Najavo culture through song, blessing us on the rest of our journey :). The beds were very comfortable, the blankets were so soft and warm, Aaron also offered a heater in our Teepee as well. There is a communal shower and bathroom, which was very clean. And an outdoor kitchen, which had photos of famous singers and nice flowers hanging. Aaron's dogs and horse were also friendly and great to hang out with. The stars were beautiful and bright, and the sunrise over the monuments was lovely. Tipi Village is located right next to Monument Valley, just across the state line in Utah. We are very glad we booked at Tipi Village, and we can not wait to come back. Don't forget to check out their Tiktok : @tipivillagemonumentvally

If you plan to head to Monument Valley I would absolutely recommend a stay in the cabins here. I…read morebooked through the hotel website. It seems like they book out months in advance, fyi but I think I hit it just right. The cabins are small but very cute. Ours had a queen bed and a small alcove with bunk beds that had a door you could shut to separate for privacy. We had a fridge, microwave and Keurig. The bathroom was small but did offer a blow dryer and tiny bottles of shampoo and conditioner as well as a tiny round of soap. If four people are sharing you might plan to bring your own. There is a ceiling fan which helps with circulation. The porch gives you an amazing view of Monument Valley. Note: Cabins 1-17 have a row of cabins below them. You still get a decent view of the valley but I'd recommend booking cabins 18-29 which have unobstructed views. You are offered free breakfast at the hotel but it's really mediocre. I suggest bringing your own items/snacks. The hotel gives you vouchers for free water bottles every day and a $20 a day voucher at the gift shop for handmade goods. I wasn't going to use the vouchers, but with a sale going on and the two vouchers, I got a Navajo pot for free which was a nice souvenir. The restaurant is overpriced but unless you pack in your own food there's really nothing out here expect this or Goulding's Lodge. (There is a stand in Monument Valley called Linda's Frybread but I don't have enough information to post.) The food isn't terrible and the people are nice. Kayenta is about 30 minutes away and there is often construction on the roads so we didn't want to drive there for food. The thing is: this place is SO gorgeous and special. You feel lucky just to be hanging out in your cute little cabin with spectacular views. (We were in Cabin 12.) I loved my time here, took tons of photos, and would do it again. It's easy to overlook the prices or the inconveniences for what you get out of the experience.

This was fine for one night. The view from our cabin was great, which is why we stayed here. The…read morebiggest negatives were the towels and linens. The towels were gross, discolored and super rough. The bed sheets were also discolored. New towels and bed sheets every so many years should be a must! They also limit hot water only one of us got to shower and it was a quick one. For the price decent towels and the ability to take a quick warm shower is a must! If just here for the view and to sleep it works for one night.

We stayed here three nights in the RV park. The sites were…read morefull hookups but were very crowded and close to each other. Our door opened up to our neighbor's septic hose. They park is very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. There is so much on the premises. A hotel, pool, gift shop, RV supply spot, restaurant, museum, excellent landscape viewing areas, hiking trails, the list goes on... The scenery is fantastic as you are surrounded by beautiful towering red rocks on all sides. I did a separate review of the restaurant which was unique and deli. If was not so crowded and lacking much outside space at the camp sites would be 5 stars.

Clean showers, fair price, close proximity to all the necessities. Great view, flushing toilets,…read moreplenty of space, fire ring. What else do you need? Stay here.

There are so many structures standing here! The loop hike was well marked, with the first portion…read more(going counterclockwise) taking you past the structures along the rim of the canyon, and the second portion descending and ascending the canyon back to the visitor center. I liked how you could get up close to the structures and see them in detail - no entering or touching though! Some were build right on the edge. I wonder how they manage to design them and maintain them on such a precarious position. The visitor center has helpful NPS rangers and a small gift shop. There are some displays, but the best part is to go out and explore! The bathrooms are also nice with running water.

We arrived at the end of the day on Sunday. The Ranger recommended the circle hike but directed us…read moreto go to the south first. Great hike and ruins are amazing!

I don't even know where to begin, visiting the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park was absolutely…read morebreathtaking and deeply spiritual. The contrast of the rich red rock formations against the vivid blue sky is pure eye candy, almost surreal. But what made the experience even more meaningful was meeting members of the Navajo Nation. Learning about their culture and traditions added a powerful, educational layer to the trip. I couldn't leave without buying a unique piece of jewelry handcrafted by an elder. It features multiple stones representing protection, health, and prosperity, and knowing the meaning behind it makes it even more special. We will definitely be back. This place is simply stunning. Travel tips: * You will need an SUV, the roads are rough and not suited for regular cars * Bring sunscreen and lip balm, the dry desert climate is no joke * Go at sunrise or sunset for the most incredible colors and fewer crowds * Bring cash for local vendors (especially for authentic handmade Navajo jewelry) * Allow plenty of time, this isn't a quick stop, it's an experience to take in slowly Absolutely unforgettable.

Do the loop as it's better to see it up close than from afar. A per head payment ($10 each) plus…read more$15 for the scenic loop. Lots of tours running in open air trucks. Looks like they go steadily because most weren't even full. From my observation you don't need a 4x4. Not sure why folks keep saying that. I also didn't see any places where you needed some big vehicle with huge undercar clearance. There's no huge rocks anywhere. I'm pretty sure they'd be clearing those out of the road quickly. The one thing I will not is it's hard to keep track of where you are on the map which uses numbers. Most confusing is the intersection where you come to the horse stables on right. Ignore it and keep heading straight towards the one way only arrows. Or if you want to do the John ford outlook first (which sells food) then that trail is to the right of the horse stables if you're facing towards the entrance of the stable. They do have port a potty's on the loop