Swasey's Beach Campground
The Swaseys Beach campground and day use area allow for camping and picnicking opportunities on the Green River across from Swaseys Boat Ramp. The beach and many campsites are shaded with large cottonwoods. Both areas are often full on summer weekends with recreationists floating the Green River Daily, swimming, enjoying the beach, and camping.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
| Group sites | 3 |
Site guide
12 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 03 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 04 | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 05 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 06 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 07 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 08 | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 09 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 10 | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 11 | Standard | Back-in | 60 | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| Site 01 (Group) | Group | Gravel | No / – | Riverfront | 25 / 8 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Individual campsites are $15/night and fit 1-2 vehicles. Group campsites are $50/night. There is one self pay station at the campground entrance. |
- Accessible vault toilets
- Picnic tables
- Campfire rings
- Boat ramp
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Swaseys Beach Campground is located 10 miles north of Green River City via Hastings Road. From I-70 eastbound (Price, Richfield): Take Exit 160 and travel east on the business loop (SR 19) for 3 miles, turning left on Hastings Road. The campground is in 9.5 miles.
| Nearest town | Price, Utah |
| Coordinates | 39.1159° N, 110.1121° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireSlough Canyon
20 mi from the campground · 4,774 acres · 80% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 9.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Canyon Voyages ↗ | 48 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 55.3 mi |
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Video
Video of Swasey's Beach Campground — Desolation Canyon, UT from Ilce H.
Worth a stop
- 1.9 miStone Cabin Day Use ↗Day use
- 2.9 miButler Wash Day Use ↗Day use
- 12.3 miElliot Mesa Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.9 miLower Range Creek Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Public land it sits in
Desolation Canyon Wilderness begins about 3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3 miDesolation Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 142,996 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Johnson Ranch HouseBuilding · Crescent Junction · 3.6 mi
- Green River Presbyterian ChurchBuilding · Green River · 8.8 mi
Natural features
This recreation site is located beside Swaseys Rapid near the takeout for river runners floating the Green River Daily and Desolation-Gray canyons. It is framed by steep canyon walls, and cottonwoods provide a reprieve from summer heat. Hastings Road continues north paralleling the river, providing a scenic drive through the canyon and opportunities to appreciate the lush riparian ecosystem, rock art, sounds of the Green River, and outstanding canyon scenery including views of Desolation Canyon Wilderness across the river. This segment of the Green River is designated as a Wild and Scenic River Recreational Segment.
Recreation
Thousands of visitors float the Green River Daily each year, putting in at Nefertiti Boat Ramp eight miles north of Swaseys Beach. Many more day users find relaxation on the beach, picnicking, fishing, and swimming during the warm summer months. While BLM rangers maintain the campground and patrol the river, there are no lifeguards, and visitors are responsible for their safety. Campfires are only allowed in fire rings. Please do not build fires on the beach.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Swasey's Beach Campground?
Sites at Swasey's Beach Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Swasey's Beach Campground?
Individual campsites are $15/night and fit 1-2 vehicles. Group campsites are $50/night. There is one self pay station at the campground entrance.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Swasey's Beach Campground have?
12 sites, including 9 standard sites without power and 3 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Swasey's Beach Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
What is there to do at Swasey's Beach Campground?
Thousands of visitors float the Green River Daily each year, putting in at Nefertiti Boat Ramp eight miles north of Swaseys Beach. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Swasey's Beach Campground?
Price, Utah.
Source: Getting there
What if Swasey's Beach Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are North Klondike Campground (27.5 mi), Equestrian Campground (29.6 mi, first-come), and San Rafael Swinging Bridge Campground (29.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby