Swinging Bridge Equestrian Campground

Can a remote equestrian haven tucked beneath the towering rock walls of Utah’s San Rafael Swell provide an unparalleled outdoor retreat? Swinging Bridge Equestrian Campground, located along the serene San Rafael River at the southern end of Buckhorn Draw, offers six equestrian-friendly sites complete with green steel corrals, making it an exceptional choice for horseback riders and adventurers seeking natural beauty and rugged tranquility.

This Bureau of Land Management campground is designed with equestrians in mind, featuring corrals at every site and a central holding pen with individual stalls. The open layout of the campground offers scenic views of the surrounding canyon walls, though privacy and wind barriers are minimal. Vault toilets and gravel access roads add practicality, but visitors should come prepared with their own water and firewood as these essentials are not provided. Nearby, the historic San Rafael Swinging Bridge—a 160-foot-long suspension bridge built in 1937—stands as a striking remnant of rural Utah’s history.

Positioned just 30 minutes from Green River, Utah, the campground boasts access to an array of outdoor activities including hiking, OHV trail riding, and river exploration. Adventurers can immerse themselves in the rugged splendor of the San Rafael Swell, explore Native American rock art, or marvel at the Wedge Overlook’s breathtaking “Little Grand Canyon” views. Whether for a weekend getaway or a staging point for equestrian expeditions, this campground invites visitors to connect deeply with the untamed landscapes of central Utah.