A small bumper pull camper parked with a spectacular view of distant granite formations.
1-14 DaysFee applies

Camping

City Of Rocks National Reserve

Camping in City of Rocks, or nearby Smoky Mountain Campground is a great way to enjoy being out in nature. Relax beneath the cool shade of aspen, juniper, mountain mahogany, or pine. Spend the night surrounded by impressive granite formations and starry skies.

During summer months we recommend advanced campsite reservations, especially on weekends and holidays. Camping in City of Rocks, or nearby Smoky Mountain Campground is a great way to enjoy being out in nature. Relax beneath the cool shade of aspen, juniper, mountain mahogany, or pine. Spend the night surrounded by impressive granite formations and starry skies. Tent campers are welcome in any campsite. RVs can be accomodated at any campsite in Smoky Mountain Campground and select sites in City of Rocks. There are 3 group campsites availailable for larger groups of people. All campsites have a fire-ring/ground grill and a picnic table. Clean vault toilets are located in central areas. Drinking water is available at Bath Rock and Emery Pass Picnic Area (April-October). Smoky Mountain Campground has 30 amp electrical hook-ups at each site and water service during the summer months. There are flush toilets and showers open May-September and a vault toilet open year-round at the equestrian trail head. An RV dump station is provided near the campground entrance. There are 38 campsites available, 9 of which are pull-through. Sites 11 and 24 are designated ADA accessible. A separate loop with 6 sites accommodates equestrian campers.

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Duration

1-14 Days

Fees

Check our Permits & Reservations page for current camping fees.

Fees Apply

Yes

Accessibility

City of Rocks Campground is fairly primitive, roads and pathways are gravel and steep in some places. All restrooms are ADA accessible. The most level and accessible campsites are 5, 12, 20, 27, 39, and 63. Smoky Mountain campground is paved and flat, although some areas may have a steeper incline.Campsites 11 and 24 are designated ADA accessible.

Pets

Yes — Pets must on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and not left unattended. Please clean up after your pet and pack out waste.

Reservations

No — Reservations are not required, but highly recommended during busy summer months.

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