The View Campground
Indian Rte 42, Oljato-Monument Valley, UT 84536, Oljato-Monument Valley, United States
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
The View Campground is a scenic lodging complex set directly within the Monument Valley landscape on Indian Route 42 in Oljato-Monument Valley, Utah. The property combines a campground, private cabins, and a hotel, along with a trading post featuring Native American art, making it a multi-format base for exploring the valley. It holds a strong public rating of 4 out of 5 from 720 reviews.
Accommodations
Guests can choose between camping sites and cozy private cabins, or hotel-style rooms, giving a range of options from rustic outdoor stays to more sheltered accommodations. The cabins in particular are frequently singled out by returning guests as a recommended way to experience an overnight stay in the valley.
Dining & On-Site Services
An on-site trading post doubles as a shop for Native American art and crafts, giving guests a place to browse local goods without leaving the property. Reviewers note clean restroom facilities with hot showers, a notable convenience for a campground-style property in a remote desert setting.
Location & Surroundings
The campground sits within walking distance of major Monument Valley landmarks, including the Wildcat Trail (198m), Navajo Tribal Park Toll entrance (494m), Monument Valley Scenic Drive (261m), and the Monument Valley Tribal Park Visitor Center (578m). Slightly farther afield are the West and East Mitten Buttes, Merrick Butte, John Ford Point, and North Window Overlook, all within roughly 5km, with Forrest Gump Point, Hunts Mesa, and Mystery Valley reachable as longer excursions.
Best for
This property suits travelers seeking an immersive desert and Native American cultural experience rather than a resort-style stay, particularly those interested in hiking the Wildcat Trail, driving the Monument Valley Scenic Drive, or photographing the iconic Mitten Buttes and John Ford Point just steps or a short drive away. It's well suited to road-trippers, photographers, and outdoor-oriented visitors comfortable with a campground/cabin setting rather than full-service hotel amenities.
Travel tips
Book cabin or hotel accommodations rather than a tent site if you prefer not to camp, since availability at this well-known viewpoint location can be limited. The property is a short walk or drive from the Navajo Tribal Park Toll entrance and Visitor Center, so plan to pay park entry fees and arrive early for sunrise or sunset views over the Mitten Buttes. Longer excursions to Forrest Gump Point, Hunts Mesa, or Mystery Valley require a vehicle and additional driving time of several kilometers.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the friendly, welcoming staff and the unbeatable views of Monument Valley from the property. Cleanliness is also highlighted, particularly well-kept restrooms with hot showers, a standout feature for a campground setting. The private cabins draw specific recommendations from repeat visitors. Some reviewers note that service can feel inadequate relative to the price charged, and others emphasize that this destination suits travelers seeking authentic desert scenery and Native history rather than polished, theme-park-style amenities.
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