Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
This 3,700-acre state park protects a rare ecosystem of pink coral sand dunes formed by eroding Navajo sandstone. The main dune field spans about 2,000 acres with dunes reaching 100+ feet high. Popular with ATV and sand rail crowds on weekends, but quieter midweek. The 22-site campground sits among pinyon and juniper with full hookups, restrooms, and showers. Sites are spacious enough for big rigs but book ahead during peak season.
Access is via paved UT-43 then 8 miles of good gravel road. Park gates close at 10 PM. Best visited spring through fall — summer temps can hit 100°F+ on the dunes. No fires allowed in the dune area due to vegetation, but campground fire rings are permitted. Excellent stargazing with minimal light pollution.
Pink sand dunes and camping between Zion and Bryce
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | Sand Highway Trail, Utah Get directions → |
| Nearest town | Kanab, UT |
| Miles from pavement | 8 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | Spotty |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 22 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $25.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Fire ring, Hookups, Picnic table, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |