Up The Creek Campground campground
Up The Creek Campground
The area is home to several points of interest, including the Arches National Park, which is just a short drive away. The park offers some of the most stunning natural arches and rock formations in the world, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting Moab. Other nearby attractions include Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and the La Sal Mountains.
The campground itself offers several amenities, including showers, restrooms, picnic tables, and fire pits. The campsites are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, with a total of 14 sites available.
One interesting fact about the area is that it is known for its unique rock formations, which have been featured in several Hollywood movies, including Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
The best time to visit Up the Creek Campground is during the spring or fall, when the temperatures are mild and the crowds are thinner. The average temperature during the spring months (March to May) is between 60°F and 80°F, while the average temperature during the fall months (September to November) is between 40°F and 70°F.
Overall, if you’re looking for a peaceful and scenic camping experience in Moab, Up the Creek Campground is definitely worth considering.
What's on-site at Up The Creek Campground
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 Up The Creek Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Flats Recreation Area Cg A | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Act Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sand Flats Recreation Area Cg B | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sand Flats Recreation Area Cg C | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sand Flats Recreation Area Cg D | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Up The Creek Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Colorado River At Potash | 3,380 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Sheley Tunnel | 6 cfs | → |
| Colorado River Near Cisco | 4,220 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Up The Creek Campground -- 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 | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 1.0 in | 1.0 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
- Swanny City Park
- Sand Flats Recreation Area
- Arches National Park
- Old City Park
- Dead Horse Point State Park
Boat launches
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 Up The Creek Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Up The Creek Campground
Can I make reservations at Up The Creek Campground?
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 Up The Creek Campground?
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 Up The Creek Campground.