X And Y campground
X And Y
One of the most popular nearby attractions is Arches National Park, located just a short drive from the campground. The park boasts over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, making it a must-see destination for anyone visiting the area. Other nearby points of interest include Canyonlands National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and the La Sal Mountain Range.
The X and Y camping area offers a range of amenities to make visitors' stay comfortable and enjoyable. The campground features fire pits, picnic tables, and access to potable water. There are also vault toilets available on-site.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to a community of ancient Native Americans known as the Anasazi. The Anasazi left behind a rich cultural history, including cliff dwellings and rock art that can still be seen in the surrounding area.
The best time of year to visit the X and Y camping area is in the spring or fall, when temperatures are mild and crowds are thinner. The average temperature in the spring (March to May) is in the mid-60s to low-70s Fahrenheit, while the average temperature in the fall (September to November) is in the mid-50s to low-60s Fahrenheit.
Sources:
- National Park Service: Arches National Park
- National Park Service: Canyonlands National Park
- Utah State Parks: Dead Horse Point State Park
- Visit Utah: La Sal Mountain Loop Road
What's on-site at X And Y
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 X And Y, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doll House Camping 3 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Doll House Campingsite 2 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spanish High | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Big Drop 1 Beach | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Standing Rock Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of X And Y -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dirty Devil R Abv Poison Sp Wash Nr Hanksville | 25 cfs | → |
| Green River At Mineral Bottom Nr Cynlnds Ntl Park | 5,660 cfs | → |
| Colorado River At Potash | 2,600 cfs | → |
| Recapture Creek Near Blanding | · | → |
| South Creek Above Reservoir Near Monticello | 0 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 2 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of X And Y -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyonlands-The Needles | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hams Flat Rs | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckboard Flat | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Buckboard Flat | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Camp Jackson | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Camp Jackson | 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
- Canyonlands National Park
- Dead Horse Point State Park
- Wilderness Dark Canyon
- Natural Bridges National Monument
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 X And Y as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About X And Y
Can I make reservations at X And Y?
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 X And Y?
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 X And Y.