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Wingate Yurts Permit
Dead Horse Point State Park · Utah
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Heated yurts with Colorado River views.
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Wingate Yurts Quick Facts
Permit RequiredYes
Booking MethodReservation
Demand LevelExtremely High10/10
SeasonYear-round - Year-round
Cost$150 per night plus taxes; $100 plus taxes July 7 - September 1, December 1 - 20 and January 3 - February 13. $20 extra vehicle
Daily Quota4 permits
Max Group Size6 people
Wingate Yurts Permit Facts
- As of September 2026, Wingate Yurts in Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah requires a permit issued via reservation.
- Wingate Yurts is one of the most competitive permits in the United States, rating 10/10 on PermitSnag's demand index.
- The permit season for Wingate Yurts runs year-round.
- Cancelled Wingate Yurts permits are re-released on the booking system; PermitSnag monitors availability and alerts watchers when dates open.
Key Information
Key Dates
SeasonYear-round - Year-round
Permit Details
TypeOvernight
Booking MethodReservation
Demand Level10/10
LocationCanyonlands / Colorado Plateau, UT
Pro Tips
- •Target the discount windows - July 7 to September 1, December 1 to 20 and January 3 to February 13 drop the rate to $100 and have the best availability.
- •Set a reminder for four months before your arrival date. Four yurts on a four-month rolling window means the release moment is the whole opportunity.
- •Bring bedding. The yurt has a queen, a full bunk and a futon couch - and no linens.
- •Fill your water containers in Moab. There is no water for fillups anywhere in the park.
- •If you are travelling with a dog, book Moenkopi instead - pets are barred from the Wingate yurts entirely.
- •The park supplies propane for the outdoor grill, so leave your canister at home and bring the food.
- •Plan a shower stop in Moab on either end of the trip; the park has none.
What to Expect
Route Details
Route Type
Varies
Duration
1-3 nights
Difficulty
EasyHighlights
- •Four yurts total, at the edge of the Wingate Campground
- •Sleeping space for up to six: a queen on the bottom, a full bunk bed on top, plus a pullout futon couch
- •Heating, air conditioning and electrical outlets, plus a mini fridge and microwave
- •An outdoor propane grill with propane supplied by the park, tables indoors and outdoors, lamps and a fire pit
- •Modern restroom facilities within easy walking distance - but no showers anywhere in the park
- •A four-month rolling reservation window on four units - this is the tightest lodging inventory in the park
- •Discounted $100 rates in the July 7 - September 1, December 1 - 20 and January 3 - February 13 windows
Best Time to Visit
The park discounts the yurts from July 7 to September 1, December 1 to 20 and January 3 to February 13 - those windows are both cheaper and easier to book, and the air conditioning and heating are exactly what make them workable. Spring and fall are the best weather and by far the hardest to get on four units. The park is open year round, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Hazards & Considerations
- !Unfenced rim edges with 2,000 feet of drop below
- !No water source in the park - arriving without enough is the classic mistake
- !High desert heat with minimal natural shade on the mesa
- !Spotty cell service; the visitor center is where WiFi is available
- !No EV charging at the yurts, and extension cords may not be used - fast charging is 32 miles away at Lions Park in Moab
Weather Forecast
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How to Get This Permit
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When to Go
Peak: March through June and September through OctoberShoulder: July through early September, and December through February
Conditions
The best hiking and biking weather on the mesa, at full $150 rates.
Crowd Level
ExtremeAdvantages
- +Ideal temperatures for the rim trails and Intrepid system
- +Long light on the canyon
- +Comfortable nights
Challenges
- !Four units at the most contested time of year
- !Wind on an exposed mesa
- !No discounted rate window in spring
Difficulty Assessment
Physical Demand1/5
Fitness and endurance required
Technical Skill1/5
Climbing, scrambling, or specialized skills
Exposure Risk2/5
Steep dropoffs and fall potential
Navigation1/5
Route finding and trail clarity
Commitment2/5
Difficulty of bailing out mid-route
Best For
Anyone who wants the Dead Horse Point rim at sunrise and under full dark without camping in high-desert extremes. Two to six people, one vehicle, bedding in the back.
Recommended Experience
None. Bring water and bedding and you are set.
Not Recommended For
Anyone travelling with pets - they are not allowed in the Wingate yurts. Also EV drivers relying on charging at the site; there is none and extension cords are prohibited.
About This Permit
There are four Wingate yurts, at the edge of the Wingate Campground at Dead Horse Point State Park. Each contains sleeping space for up to six people - a queen on the bottom and a full bunk bed on top, plus a pullout futon couch - with heating, air conditioning and electrical outlets, a mini fridge and microwave, tables inside and outside, lamps, a fire pit, and an outdoor propane grill with propane supplied by the park. Modern restroom facilities are within easy walking distance.
Bedding is not provided, so bring your own. Pets are not allowed within the Wingate yurts, though service animals meeting the ADA definition are permitted. No smoking or cooking is allowed inside, and tent and trailer camping is not allowed by the yurts.
The standard rate is $150 a night plus taxes, dropping to $100 plus taxes from July 7 to September 1, December 1 to 20, and January 3 to February 13. An extra vehicle is $20. Check-in is 3:00 p.m. and check-out is 12:00 p.m.
Booking runs through the Utah State Parks reservation system on a four-month rolling basis - all campsites and yurts can be reserved for up to four months prior to your arrival date. There is no water available for RV fillups anywhere in the park, there are no showers, and the nearest services are 35 miles away in Moab.
The Experience
Why It Matters
Dead Horse Point is 5,900 feet of exposed high desert with no showers, no water fills and 35 miles between it and the nearest services. The Wingate yurts are how you sleep on that mesa comfortably in July or January. Four of them, at the edge of the Wingate Campground, in an International Dark Sky Park - which is why they are the hardest lodging to get in the Utah State Parks system.
The Route
The four yurts sit at the edge of the Wingate Campground, which also holds twenty electric sites and eleven hike-in tent sites. Each yurt sleeps up to six - a queen on the bottom and a full bunk bed on top, plus a pullout futon couch - with heating, air conditioning and electrical outlets, a mini fridge and microwave, tables indoors and outdoors, lamps, a fire pit and an outdoor propane grill with propane supplied by the park. Modern restrooms are within easy walking distance. From the door, the park's eight miles of hiking trails follow both rims, and the Intrepid Trail System runs nearly 30 miles of mountain biking off the mesa.
The Feeling
Sunset comes off the rim and the La Sal Mountains go blue in the distance, and then the sky just fills. You step outside to a propane grill the park keeps stocked, cook, and go back into a heated or cooled room with a real bed and a mini fridge. It is the rare setup where the camping and the comfort are not fighting each other.
Trailhead Information
Wingate Yurts
5,900 ft elevationFour yurts at the edge of the Wingate Campground, with modern restrooms within easy walking distance and the rim trails leaving from the campground.
Restrooms
Water on site
Weak Signal
Parking
One vehicle included; an extra vehicle is $20 per night. No EV charging and no extension cords.
Getting There
Nine miles northwest of Moab on US 191, then 23 miles southwest on Utah 313 to the end of the highway.
Nearest Services
Moab, 35 miles away; fast EV charging at Lions Park in Moab.
Notes
No showers anywhere in the park; no water available for RV fillups.
Rules & Regulations
- •Pets are not allowed within the Wingate yurts; service animals meeting the ADA definition are permitted
- •No smoking or cooking is allowed inside the yurts
- •Tent and trailer or RV camping is not allowed by the yurts
- •Bedding is not provided
- •Check-in is 3:00 p.m. and check-out is 12:00 p.m.
- •Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily
- •There are no EV charging stations for yurt occupants, and extension cords may not be used
- •Reservations are on a four-month rolling basis, up to four months prior to your arrival date
- •Length of stay is generally limited to 14 days within any 30-day period
Gear Checklist
Required
- Your own bedding - none is provided with the yurt
- All your drinking water; there is no water for fillups anywhere in the park
- Camp chairs if you plan to use the fire pit
- Firewood, bought before you arrive at the mesa
- Warm layers for the rim after dark, even in summer - this is 5,900 feet
- Shower supplies for a stop in Moab, since the park has none
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Key Landmarks
Dead Horse Point overlook
2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River, looking into Canyonlands National Park
Wingate Yurts
Four yurts at the edge of the Wingate Campground, each sleeping up to six
Intrepid Trail System
Nearly 30 miles of mountain bike trails from the park; bike and e-bike rentals available in the park by reservation
The neck
The 30-yard-wide land bridge that made the point a natural corral for wild mustangs
Visitor Center
Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; WiFi available, cell service spotty
Wingate Yurts FAQ
How many Wingate yurts are there at Dead Horse Point?
Four. They sit at the edge of the Wingate Campground, which also has 20 electric campsites and 11 hike-in tent-only sites.
How much does a Wingate yurt cost?
$150 a night plus taxes at the standard rate, and $100 plus taxes from July 7 to September 1, December 1 to 20, and January 3 to February 13. An extra vehicle is $20.
How many people can sleep in a Wingate yurt?
Up to six. Each yurt has a queen on the bottom and a full bunk bed on top, plus a pullout futon couch. Bedding is not provided.
What is inside a Wingate yurt?
Heating, air conditioning and electrical outlets, a mini fridge and microwave, tables inside and outside, lamps and a fire pit, plus an outdoor propane grill with propane supplied by the park. Modern restrooms are within easy walking distance.
Can I bring a dog to a Wingate yurt?
No. Pets are not allowed within the Wingate yurts. Service animals meeting the ADA definition are permitted. If you need to bring a dog, the Moenkopi yurts allow up to two for a separate pet fee.
How far in advance can I book a Wingate yurt?
Four months. All campsites and yurts at Dead Horse Point can be reserved for up to four months prior to your arrival date, on a four-month rolling basis, through ReserveAmerica or by calling 1-800-322-3770.
Is there water or a shower at the Wingate yurts?
Modern restrooms are within easy walking distance, but there are no showers anywhere at Dead Horse Point State Park and no water available for RV fillups. All campers must fill water storage tanks and containers before coming to the park.
Can I charge an electric vehicle at the Wingate yurts?
No. There are no EV charging stations for yurt occupants and extension cords may not be used. Fast charging stations are available at Lions Park in the City of Moab.
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Photography Guide
Golden Hour
Sunrise at the point, when the first light works down into the gooseneck 2,000 feet below.
Best Light
Late afternoon on the west rim, with the Colorado River lit and the La Sal Mountains going blue.
Beat the Crowds
The overlook belongs to the campground before the Moab day traffic arrives and after it leaves. Shoot sunrise and full dark; the middle of the day is the only busy part.
Classic Shots
- 📍The Colorado River gooseneck from Dead Horse Point
- 📍Milky Way over the canyon rim in this International Dark Sky Park
- 📍A lit yurt at blue hour with the mesa going dark behind it
- 📍Canyonlands buttes and pinnacles stacked to the horizon from the east rim
- 📍The 30-yard neck of land connecting the point to the mesa
Can't Get a Wingate Yurts Permit?
Consider these alternatives if your preferred dates aren't available.
Moenkopi Yurts
Same AreaFive yurts in a secluded cul-de-sac near the park entrance, with a private spur to the Intrepid mountain bike trails.
Permit required
Tradeoffs
Same fit-out and same rate, one more unit to aim at, and dogs are allowed here - but you are near the entrance rather than the campground rim.
Wingate Hike-In Tent Sites
Easier AlternativeEleven tent-only sites in the same campground, a short walk from the parking area.
Permit required
Tradeoffs
$45 a night instead of $150 and eleven units instead of four - but you bring the tent, the bedding and all the shade you get.
Goblin Valley Yurts
Similar ExperienceTwo yurts at Goblin Valley State Park, about two hours west, in another certified Dark Sky Park.
Permit required
Tradeoffs
Hoodoos instead of a canyon rim, and pets are allowed - but only two units exist, so it is even harder to book.
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