Turn campground
Turn
The Turn Camping Area offers primitive camping with no hookups, but it does provide vault toilets and picnic tables. The campground is first-come, first-served, so campers need to arrive early to secure a spot. There are a total of 17 campsites available, with plenty of space for RVs and tents.
An interesting fact about this area is that the campground was named after a nearby bend in the Colorado River called "The Turn." The best time to visit this area is during the spring and fall months when temperatures are mild and pleasant. The average temperature during the spring season is around 60-70°F, and during the fall, it is around 70-80°F. Summers can be hot and dry, with temperatures reaching over 100°F.
Overall, the Turn Camping Area in Utah is a great spot for those who want to experience primitive camping in a beautiful desert landscape. With stunning views and nearby attractions, it's no wonder why this campground is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
What's on-site at Turn
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Turn, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsethief | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Horsethief Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cowboy Camp | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Cowboy | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cowboy Camp Camping Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Turn -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River At Potash | 4,380 cfs | → |
| Green River At Mineral Bottom Nr Cynlnds Ntl Park | 4,820 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| San Rafael River At Mouth Near Green River | 0 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Turn -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arches Np Hqs Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Castle Valley 1se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | -2.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 1.0 in | -5.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Dead Horse Point State Park
- Arches National Park
- Swanny City Park
- Sand Flats Recreation Area
- Old City Park
- Green River State Park
Boat launches
- Potash Road Grand County
- Shafer Trail Grand County
- Mineral Bottom Recreation Site
- Ut 128 Moab
- Takeout Beach
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Turn as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Turn
Can I make reservations at Turn?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Turn?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Turn.