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Buckboard

Manti-La Sal National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundMoab / ArchesUtah⭐ 4.6 (62)
Buckboard
🟢 6 open windows right now — soonest Fri Aug 28–Mon Aug 31
Availability checked 17h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 6 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Buckboard in Utah has 6 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Fri Aug 28–Mon Aug 31. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Fri Aug 28 – Mon Aug 313 nights👥 group🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 North #3 & North #4 next to each othersites 👥 North #North Group, 👥 #South Group, #3, #4
Sat Aug 29 – Tue Sep 13 nightsbook these dates →sites North #1
Mon Aug 31 – Thu Sep 33 nightsbook these dates →sites South #6, #8
Mon Sep 7 – Thu Sep 103 nightsbook these dates →sites South #7
Fri Sep 11 – Mon Sep 143 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →👥 South #6 & South #7 next to each othersites North #1, South #6, #7
Fri Sep 18 – Mon Sep 213 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites South #8

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite North #North Group — Campground
Site North #North Group · CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #North Group — Buckboard Campground
Site North #North Group · Buckboard CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #South Group — Buckboard Campground
Site North #South Group · Buckboard CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #South Group — Campground
Site North #South Group · CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #3 — Campground
Site North #3 · CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #3 — Buckboard Campground
Site North #3 · Buckboard CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #4 — Buckboard Campground
Site North #4 · Buckboard CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #4 — Close up of Site 4
Site North #4 · Close up of Site 4USFS
Campsite North #1 — Campground
Site North #1 · CampgroundUSFS
Campsite North #1 — Buckboard Campground
Site North #1 · Buckboard CampgroundUSFS
Campsite South #6 — Buckboard Campground
Site South #6 · Buckboard CampgroundUSFS
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Nearest DC fast charging: 17.7 mi away.

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🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about February 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 17 openings at Buckboard over the last 30 days, on 17 separate days, most of them for stays 5–9 days out and the openings typically covered 3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $20–$50/nightGroup Tent Only Area NonelectricStandard Nonelectric🎒 biking🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 wildlife viewing

Ratings

4.6★★★★★60 ratings
5★45
4★9
3★4
2★1
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

AT&T2.8/4
Verizon2.5/4
T-Mobile1.9/4
Sprint retired2.5/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Buckboard FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Buckboard?

Buckboard in Utah takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Buckboard?

Campsite fees at Buckboard run about $20–$50/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Buckboard when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Buckboard often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Buckboard?

CampSage's scans caught 17 openings at Buckboard over the last 30 days, on 17 separate days, most of them for stays 5–9 days out and the openings typically covered 3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Buckboard a good campground?

Buckboard holds an average rating of 4.6/5 from 62 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Buckboard?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Buckboard, AT&T rates highest at 2.8 out of 5 from 11 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Buckboard located?

Buckboard is located in Moab / Arches, Utah. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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