Westwater Group Site (Ranger Station)

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Westwater Group Site (Ranger Station), Bureau of Land Management

Overview Welcome to the wild and remote canyons and rivers of Eastern Utah. The Westwater Group Site is located next to the Westwater Ranger Station; the take-out for the Ruby-Horsethief and put-in for the Westwater Canyon sections of the Colorado River.  This site is ideal for large groups looking to camp along the river.   Recreation … How to get there: From Grand Junction Colorado (westbound traffic): Take I-70 from Grand Junction for approximately 35 miles to exit 227. Turn south at the stop sign and proceed for nine miles to the Ranger Station and put-in.  From the west (eastbound traffic): Take exit 227 on I-70, then head south at the stop sign. Proceed for nine miles to the Ranger Station and put-in.  NOTE: Do NOT use exit 221 toward Sulpher when the roads are wet. It may be impassable with muddy conditions. Cost: Group Site (max 30 people): $50 per night per site Cell service: Not listed by the managing agency, so assume it may be limited. Check before you go. Contact: Managed by Bureau of Land Management. Phone: 435-259-2100. Email: [email protected]. Reserve: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10012141 Info and photos from Recreation.gov (photo credit: BLM Moab). Fees and conditions change, so confirm before you travel.