Nizhoni Campground

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Site-level detail from Recreation.gov, checked 2026-08-05. Where a field says “not published”, the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero. See it on Recreation.gov

Nizhoni Campground

Nizhoni Campground is located approximately 12 miles north of Blanding, Utah at the foot of the Abajo mountains at an elevation of 7,800 feet. Towering ponderosa pines forest the site, offering partial shade and gambel oaks and sagebrush dot the landscape. Summer temperatures range from 80-90 degrees during the day and 55-65 degrees at night. Mule deer, wild turkeys, Abert’s squirrels, and the occasional black bear may be seen in the area. Popular activities include biking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and touring the mountains. There are 21 single sites and two group areas that can accomodate up to 50 campers each.

Before you go

Scenic drives that pass close

• Trail of the Ancients13 mi
• Indian Creek Scenic Byway14 mi
• Bicentennial Highway25 mi