Monument Valley KOA Journey - Oljato-Monument Valley, UT
Monument Valley KOA Journey – Pet-Friendly Camping in Oljato-Monument Valley, Utah
Monument Valley KOA Journey offers a unique and scenic camping experience for travelers and their pets amid breathtaking views of Monument Valley. Perfectly located along Hwy 163, this campground makes a great base for exploring local attractions, pet-friendly hikes, and stunning desert landscapes. While primarily an RV and tent site, the facility is well maintained with clean restrooms, showers, and quiet surroundings, making it a convenient stopover for dog owners enjoying Utah’s iconic landmarks.
Guests appreciate the clean facilities, spacious pitches, picnic tables, and fireplaces provided at each site. The peaceful environment and helpful staff create a welcoming atmosphere for families and dog owners alike. While there is not a dedicated off-leash dog park, the wide-open desert spaces are perfect for on-leash walks and enjoying the outdoors together. If you’re searching for a pet-friendly campground near Monument Valley with access to Utah’s iconic views and dog-friendly trails, Monument Valley KOA Journey is an excellent choice.
FAQ
- Are restrooms available for owners? Yes, there are clean restrooms and showers available on-site.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, guests consistently note that the facilities and bathrooms are very clean and well maintained.
- Is the park muddy after it rains? Yes, spots can become muddy with standing water after rainfall, as there is no hard surface or crushed gravel at the sites.
- Is there shade or shelter available? Campsites offer some shade and picnic tables, but the area is generally very dry and hot, so plan accordingly.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, each site includes a table and benches.
- Where is the best place to park? Each campsite has its own parking area for RVs or tents.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? The campground is conveniently located for accessing Monument Valley and nearby dog-friendly hiking trails.
Reviews
This is a great place to stop to see Monument Valley. Plus there’s some other stuff to do in the area. The only reason for my 4 star review is the shower situation. The handicap shower head is broken, so that is difficult to use. And the middle stall shower head needs to be replaced, it was like razors on my nipples, which made it difficult to shower. And then the water went cold before I finished my shower. Everything else at the park was great.
This is a great place to stop to see Monument Valley. Plus there’s some other stuff to do in the area. The only reason for my 4 star review is the shower situation. The handicap shower head is broken, so that is difficult to use. And the middle stall shower head needs to be replaced, it was like razors on my nipples, which made it difficult to shower. And then the water went cold before I finished my shower. Everything else at the park was great.
This is a great place to stop to see Monument Valley. Plus there’s some other stuff to do in the area. The only reason for my 4 star review is the shower situation. The handicap shower head is broken, so that is difficult to use. And the middle stall shower head needs to be replaced, it was like razors on my nipples, which made it difficult to shower. And then the water went cold before I finished my shower. Everything else at the park was great.
Nice location. We found the highway noise to be acceptable. Spots do not have crushed gravel or a hard surface, so when it rains, the spots can become muddy, even with standing water. Electrical hookup locations are pretty well at the front of the site/RV, not in the usual location by the water and sewer.
Nice location. We found the highway noise to be acceptable. Spots do not have crushed gravel or a hard surface, so when it rains, the spots can become muddy, even with standing water. Electrical hookup locations are pretty well at the front of the site/RV, not in the usual location by the water and sewer.
Nice location. We found the highway noise to be acceptable. Spots do not have crushed gravel or a hard surface, so when it rains, the spots can become muddy, even with standing water. Electrical hookup locations are pretty well at the front of the site/RV, not in the usual location by the water and sewer.
Absolutely stunning view of monument valley… We woke up for sunrise.. We were able to put up our very large tent in a rv site down at bottom. Showers were nice, bathrooms were clean. Convenient to monument Valley and forest Gump Point!
Absolutely stunning view of monument valley… We woke up for sunrise.. We were able to put up our very large tent in a rv site down at bottom. Showers were nice, bathrooms were clean. Convenient to monument Valley and forest Gump Point!
The campsite is relatively new and has clean showers and toilets. However, be warned that sites far from horses are recommended, as annoying flies can be a nuisance. You’ll also miss a shadow as only a few sites have small trees, leaving the rest in the sun all day. Of course, you can’t expect grass in the desert.
I parked our RV a bit crooked to get more shade for dinner with the kids. This way, it was still within our site and didn’t bother our neighbours. The only issue was that our car was slightly off the axis of the parking lot.
The camp manager compelled me to relocate my RV to align with other vehicles. I inquired about the reason, as the car remained within our designated area. Her answer was: BECAUSE I SAID THAT AND I’M THE MANAGER HERE. The fundamental business rule is: if there is no customer, no manager is needed. This principle holds even greater significance when the customer (myself) has paid her, besides the campground daily fee, more than NULL for a three-hour Jeep rental to explore Monument Valley. The manager disregarded this issue even though other vehicles were parking diagonally to their caravans. Still, she expressed a significant problem when our RV cast shadows over our children’s dining area.
It’s better to stay in Gouldings or pass through. However, there is one advantage of staying here. If you pay cash, it’s tax-free, the manager said.
Genuinely the most amazing view you’ll probably ever camp close to in your life. Also worth mentioning these were the cleanest bathrooms we’ve experienced on a five week road trip around the south west. We only stayed one night and had a camper; I imagine if you’re there for longer it could be a little claustrophobic in an RV or larger campervan as the sites are close together and the whole place isn’t massive. Very dry and very hot, but a good place to stay if visiting Monument Valley on a road trip.