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Goulding's Lodge & Campground
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Monument Valley, Utah
CGID2986Goulding's Lodge & Campground
Camp Information
Sites
66
Date of Stay
August 2010
Latest Rate
$42
Hookups
Electric
yes
50amp
yes
Water
yes
Sewer
yes
Wireless Internet
yes
Cable TV
yes
Telephone
no
Modem Hookup
no
Accommodations
Pull-Thru Sites
yes
Big Rig Access
yes
Waterfront Access
no
Shade Trees
yes
Pool Access
yes
Pets Allowed
yes
Tents Allowed
yes
Family Friendly
yes
Latest Review Information
Ratings (Last 10 Newest/Oldest)
8 9 6 9 8 7 7 8 9 10
Clean Restrooms (Last 5 Newest/Oldest)
? yes ? yes yes
Clean Showers (Last 5 Newest/Oldest)
? yes ? yes yes
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
August 2010
$42
I pretty much agree with July 2010 reviewer. Goulding's is the only hook-up in the area (free non-hookup inside Monument Valley Park) and they do a good job of it. We had the best Wi-Fi in weeks at Goulding's and the park was pretty full. Laundry was clean and not overpriced. Our site was level but not many were. We were in #55. Glad I read the reviews which stated that one day was enough in the area and it was. Fantastic afternoon and then sunset on the terrace at the Park Visitor Center. Every language you can think of spoken, Americans in a minority. Busloads of Italians and Japanese. Do NOT drive your RV on the park loop. It looked smooth from the observation deck so we started down (people in rental RVs were doing it so we thought we would too). Nope. We got to the first pullout and parked for an hour to take pictures and then drove back to the top. Road was so bumpy we didn't even want to take a guided tour in THEIR vehicle. Beautiful location and Gouldings is surrounded by the giant red rocks too. Just amazing. I gave Gouldings an 8 although the amenities deserve a 6 just because they do a decent job. We camped here in a Motorhome.
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Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
July 2010
$40
Goulding's has done a great service to traveler's in this part of the country. A great RV park, grocery, fuel station/car wash, motel, museum, gift shop and more, all located within a mile or two of each other. RV Park pretty much fills by sunset and is virtually emptied out again by noon. Every imaginable type of rig here from small tents to motor mansions and a high volume of rental class C's passing through. End row sites have great view down the canyon toward Monument Valley itself. Level sites, some tight for bigger rigs with toads. Good power, water and sewer. We had sporadic Wi-Fi, but it is included. Warm indoor pool, but very crowded and being indoors, it was loud. Good laundry. Clean grounds. AT&T cell and Verizon internet good. DirectTV had a clear shot, despite the high canyon walls on each side of campground. Navajo tours of Monument Valley leave right from campground office. I highly recommend the sunset tour. I don't recommend driving your own vehicle onto the dirt/dusty and potholed road into Monument Valley itself. Save your vehicle, take a tour. Courteous, professional and informative staff throughout all of Goulding's properties. The 'Spirit Show' media presentation at Goulding's lodge is free to campers and well worth the hour or so. Good Sam and other discounts apply at RV Park. A great place to park for a few days. We definitely would come back if we were passing through again. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 6 / 10 ]
[ 6 / 10 ]
May 2010
$42
The other posters were right about the views. However, if you have been to Brice Canyon, Zion, or Arches parks, this is more of the same, and the others offer more activities to do and see. We found the park nice, but you are far removed from anything else here. There are facilities here, stores, gas, and the like, but all are pricey because you have no options. A tour of the valley is offered for $40 a person. That gets you a ride in the back of an open pick up truck with bench seats. We chose to drive it ourselves for $5 a person. We have a Jeep, but we saw many Class "C" rental RV's on the trail! I wouldn't recommend it though, there are some pretty rocky rough spots. The park is OK, the roads are narrow but passable. Larger rigs may have issues making the turns. There is little vegetation, so wind creates monster dust storms. This is not a bad place, just not a great one. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
May 2010
$34
This is a beautiful park with nice sized sites that are level, located beneath gorgeous red rock buttes and with a view of Monument Valley. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The showers and laundry are superb and there is an indoor pool. There are a nearby grocery store, another laundromat, gas station, restaurant and tours right from the RV park. We took the all day tour and it was fabulous: we highly recommend it. We would stay here again if in the area. You get a discount on the tour with your Good Sam membership too. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
May 2010
$38
We stayed here only one night to see Monument Valley. The park is very unique and we enjoyed it very much. You cannot beat the view! The huge rocks surrounding it are gorgeous. Our site, #36, was very easy to get into. The sites were pretty close together, but it did not bother us. The showers and restrooms were very clean and the staff very friendly and helpful. We would stay here again. The park is on red sand and my white westie came away with red feet from his walks! We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
May 2010
$30
Sites were very small and the red sandy dirt just stuck to everything. But the dirt issue was the whole area, not just campground. WiFi signal was not strong, used my Verizon card here. We stayed here 4 nights. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
April 2010
$42
This is a beautifully kept campground situated on the Navajo Indian Reservation. Though the campground has everything to offer; beautiful views, indoor pool, patio, laundry, small store, small hiking trail, grill and picnic table at each site; there isn't much else to do besides the Navajo tour of the valley. The campground offers guided tours. You have to remember you are on an Indian Reservation and be careful where you travel. The campground fills up every night and pretty much empties every morning. Sites are small, some turns are tight for big rigs and almost all are pull throughs. There is a small grocery store, gas station/convenience store, the Goulding Stagecoach Dining Room and a strip mall offering handmade Indian wares at reasonable prices. I would give this campground a higher rating if it weren't so isolated, and there was more to do. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
April 2010
$42
It might be a little difficult to write a good, objective review of an RV Park when most of the time you spent there was during a severe sandstorm, but I'll give it a try. Our site at the end of a row was of ample size and fairly level. The utilities were quite good, and well situated. The surface of the park is, of course, sand. When the wind isn't blowing, this doesn't cause much of a problem. When the wind is cranking up 50 knots and more, you'll find sand in everything. The park area itself is somewhat protected by the bluffs (very picturesque) surrounding the site, but there's a notch in one end, and we were right next to it. The coach was rocking like we were at sea. The rest rooms and showers were impeccable, and the store was well stocked. It's obvious that the management takes its job seriously, and do a good job of keeping the place well maintained. And, I should point out, it's the only game in town! We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
April 2010
$42
The only reason I gave this campground a 9 was because the WiFi was very, very slow and the TV was next to unwatchable. I know you don't go to Monument Valley to watch TV, but you do want to catch up with the world. The campground is in the nicest setting I've been to, settled in a canyon, it's just great. Site's were more than adequate for big rigs: all gravel, but level with a view of the valley. We took an all day tour and the service was just outstanding, including the burgers made in the valley. I would highly recommend this campground. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 10 / 10 ]
[ 10 / 10 ]
April 2010
$42
Nice, well-maintained RV park in a beautiful setting. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
October 2009
$41
We had a large level pull-through site right next to the office building. Some noise but didn't affect us. Cable reception was poor. Wi-Fi worked quite well. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
October 2009
$41
This is a very nice clean park. Very accommodating. I would recommend it to any and all travelers. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
October 2009
$42
This park is the only thing available near the Monument other than extremely primitive camping in the tribal RV park so take it or leave it. It is in a pretty location at the top of a red rock draw with views of the valley. The access road is narrow and steep in places but is in good condition. Interior roads are paved. The sites are terraced into the hillside and some have views. Sites adjacent to the office/store building are subject to equipment noise and bright lights. The sites are large but the one we had was badly bent, requiring a combination of blocks and hydraulics to get level. They are not paved and the red dirt seems to cling to everything so leave your shoes at the door. Wi-Fi is available but was practically useless even though we were parked near one of the antennas. Our Verizon Air Card worked but was very slow. I would have rated this place higher if it was not over priced. As an aside there is a 15 miles public loop road through the Monument. It is drivable in a standard passenger vehicle but is extremely rough. Group and private guided tours that include roads not open to the public are available. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 5 / 10 ]
[ 5 / 10 ]
September 2009
$42
A lovely setting in a red rock canyon. Sites are a bit on the tight side. Bathrooms OK. Staff not overly helpful. We ate at Gouldings Restaurant, very busy place, food not bad, but way overpriced. From talking to other people this was a one night stop, see the sights then head back out. Once you have been here, you probably would not return. It is very dusty. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 3 / 10 ]
[ 3 / 10 ]
September 2009
$42
Shore Services: 50amp, Sewer good, Water 40 @ psi - Wi-Fi: Strong, but slow at some times. - AT&T Cell Phone: Good Signal - Sprint Air Card: Poor only 1R - Verizon Air Card: Poor indicates only VRGlobal - Cable: Poor So snowy that it is difficult to watch. Only clear channel is the the Campground and lodge advertisement. - Site: All sites are red dirt. That is understandable. It would have been nice to have some gravel to level the sites. Few are level. Our site has a large tree root where all the dirt has been washed out. The site in front has tree branches that barely missed an RV that pulled into the site. Site Size: Our site was long enough to park TV in front of 5th Wheel. Not all are as long. - Site Closeness: Sites are terrace to some extent but wide enough to put out awning. - Roads: Red Dirt - Restrooms: Locked did not use - Laundry: Locked did not use - Directv Satellite: Good at our site - Discounts: Good Sams or AAA - Payment: Credit Card - Additional Remarks: This could be a great park. It is open all year. The price is to high for the quality of the park. It is the only park in this area so they have no incentive to improve. They messed up our reservations buy miss spelling my name and insulted me when I insisted that I had made a reservation. If there were another park in this area I would not have stayed here. I would never stay here again. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
July 2009
$45
I sort of have mixed feelings about this place. While the setting is just spectacular (red, towering cliffs surround you - plus views of monument valley from right in the RV park), it is just too darned busy. It was busy when I checked in - European tourists EVERYWHERE. I don't think I heard anyone there speaking English. It was soooo busy in the pool - we had to leave and come back several times to see if it was empty enough for us to swim. The sites are rather narrow and slightly unlevel. The way the park is set-up, people cut through your sites constantly to get to the bathrooms. I personally didn't find it any more sandy or windy than Arches or Bryce - and besides, that adds to the appeal of the area. It's really the only place to stay if you want to tour Monument Valley, so you just have to make the best of it, I suppose. My advice would be to visit off-season, mid-week - since the loads of people there is what made it so unpleasant for us. I think on a quiet day, this place would be like heaven on Earth. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
July 2009
$54
Truly an awe-inspiring setting with the red cliffs towering above us. Grandpa and the boys hiked to the hidden arch at the back of the campground. Staff were courteous and helpful. Shower and toilet facilities were excellent. Ice cream sandwiches were a bargain and welcome treat. The indoor pool was very clean and large. The free shuttle took us to the lodge where there was a trading post, museum, and movies telling much of the sacredness of the area to the Navajo. We found this to be a most excellent experience--even though the price was high. The lodge rooms were so much more expensive that it helped put the campground charge in perspective! We would stay here again if in the area. There is also an air strip there and we met people who had flown their own plane in for their vacation. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
June 2009
$42
The saddest words of men, "What might have been". I agree with the last writer that this is a perfectly acceptable campground. But with a little wider street; very tight for or 38" motorhome; a patio pad, the red dirt will track all over your rig and lose the trees to see the view, this place could have been great. Yeah the shower thing is a problem for people who are not self-contained, but the staff was nice and I don't see a problem with Native Americans charging $5 to enter the Tribal Park. Ever try to get into Yosemite without paying? We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 4 / 10 ]
[ 4 / 10 ]
May 2009
$41
Too dusty, watch out for the dust storms. We had two while we stayed here. Dust got everywhere. We are still finding dust in the weirdest places a month later. Laundry room to small especiallly if locals are using it also. Sites are dirt, no asphalt, gravel or concrete anywhere. Gets muddy when rains. Price too high for what you get. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
May 2009
$42
We had a perfectly acceptable time here. Our experience with the office people was positive, our site was large enough for our truck and trailer and everything worked acceptably. The power was a bit worrisome, as the voltage dropped during the day to a dangerously low level, but we didn't have any damage and we just waited until overnight to charge computers and things that might be voltage-sensitive. The views are awesome and the location is great -- within a short drive of several attractions. Our major complaint wasn't with the campground but with the Monument Valley park itself -- be aware that there is a $5 fee to enter the park, even if you just want to go to the Visitor's Center for information. Also, the site access is a bit tight for big rigs, but we had no problem, although we watched a couple of large motorhomes and fifth wheels (38') having to maneuver carefully into sites. We'd stay here again. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 2 / 10 ]
[ 2 / 10 ]
March 2009
$42
Although this park had an amazing view, that was the only redeeming grace that we could find. Please be aware - the campground and the reset of the Gouldings facilities are completely separate. We did make a reservation ahead of time, yet received basically no services. We did not realize that you had to ask ahead of time to get the password for the wireless internet. We called the main number, which is the check in for the hotel, and were told they could not give us any answers as they are completely separate. If you arrive late, you do not get to use the bathroom because there is a password to get in. To get to the shower and the laundry, you must go through the store, which during off season - closes early. Yes, there were hookups, so we were not completely out in the cold; however, we were quite dissatisfied by the services provided here. When I went to the front desk in the morning with our concerns, we were told that things were the way they were and there was no flexibility at all. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
November 2008
$24
Overall the campground is okay. The scenery is exception. The roads are paved and a little tight for a big rig, but can be negotiated. Sites are dirt and not exactly level. We would stay again. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
October 2008
$38
The previous review brings to mind the old adage "you can please some of the people all of the time and all of the people some of the time, but you can't please all the people all the time." We have stayed at Gouldings several times and have always been very pleased with the accommodations. The setting is second to none and the office staff have always been friendly. I guess some people expect to be spoon fed and pampered. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
October 2008
$40
The scenery in Monument Valley is so amazing, it's hard to even care about the campground. That said, here's what we found in October of 2008. Pros: reservations available online; campground and restrooms very clean; view of the world from the upper campground sites; lots of campground kitties who come around to visit. Cons: the showers can only be reached from insdie the store, which means they are only available during store hours, starting at 7am. As you may imagine, during the morning hours it is almost impossible to shower due to the crowds. We got smart and showered late in the afternoon, otherwise we would have been two dirty campers! The spaces are narrow and have no privacy. But since the view is so amazing it's hard to care about any of the above. We put our camp chairs up facing the valley and had our drinks while the sun went down. Fabulous. The next best thing about this place? Go over to the actual lodge and have breakfast - it's the best breakfast we've ever had on a trip - huge portions, great cooking (homemade biscuits and sausage gravy that is a miracle), and a view of Monument Valley while you are chowing down. Hard to beat. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
October 2008
$38
Site #27 was barely long enough for our 40-footer and car. Also slightly out of level. No Verizon cell signal. It is a beautiful area. There is a full service grocery store nearby. Several Navajo-guided tours available. Wi-Fi is $3.00 per day. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
October 2008
$43
Yes, there is a lot of blowing red dirt here. And the staff is not the friendliest ever. But you sure can't beat the view, it's really quiet and it's really the only option around Monument Valley. I don't think I'd like to spend a week here, but a couple nights would be just fine. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
August 2008
$37
We had an enjoyable stay for three nights at Gouldings. Conveniently situated to Monument Valley and had all of amenities. Sites were clean and good size and the only negative was the red dirt and dust, but the dirt is everywhere. Restrooms and showers were neat and clean. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
August 2008
$35
Neat park surrounded by amazing rocks, hills and a beautiful view at end of the RV park. Sites were nice, but you need to be careful about the red dust. I covered my rugs with throw rugs so they were not damaged. Very popular place for campers traveling in rented RV rigs, about 80% of sites ... mostly from other countries exploring the USA. It was neat to see them so excited about Monument Valley, cameras were clicking everywhere. You have to pay for your WiFi in the store. We enjoyed our stay. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
July 2008
$38
As others have posted the dust is the big downer, but this is located in one of the Earth's most striking vistas. You are in the monuments. Service is on Navajo time. We could not use the pool, it was full with kids from around the globe who tour in tents traveling in large vans. But they were very respectfull of quiet time. There is poor quality electric (meter) 110 volts or less. Has pull through sites. They charge for showers ($1.50) with that many tenters, and it is in the desert. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
June 2008
$41
Scenic park in a scenic location. The spaces were a little tight, short, and dusty. While it didn't rain when we were there, I could see how it could be a mess if wet. There are shuttles that take you to the Gouldings hotel where a restaurant is available as well as tours to Monument Valley. There are a couple of trails that can be accessed from the campground. Dog walking is limited in the park but off park is fine. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
June 2008
$38
This is an excellent park with absolutely spectacular views. Yes, there is red dirt everywhere but that is to be expected. The paved interior roads help a lot but you still track in the red dirt. The sites were pull throughs and we had some shade during the day. We wish the pool had been a few degrees warmer. The laundry was clean but a little pricey. We enjoyed the 10 minute hike to the arch. The location and views make this park an excellent choice when you visit Monument Valley! We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
June 2008
$50
Great place to stay. Wish we could have stayed longer. Monument Valley itself is just awesome and the Goulding RV park is nestled in at the bottom of a couple of beautiful buttes. We took their full moon tour of the park and it was a wonderful experience. Park personnel were very friendly and helpful. My son locked the keys in our truck (while it was running), and the Maintenance crew had us unlocked in about 5 minutes. That's service! We would definitely camp here again. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
May 2008
$38
Nice Park. Pleasant staff. Loved the INDOOR pool (no dust). Facilities clean and modern. The tour into Monument Valley with the Navaho guide was quite special. Wi-Fi worked well and worth the $3. Interesting museum and movie. We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
April 2008
$40
Nice park. The only draw back are the red dirt pads. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
December 2007
$20
Very nice campground in great location. I was there in mid Dec. and practically had the place to myself. Cable TV wasn't working, not sure why, didn't bother to ask since the office was closed. (check in was at the store down the road) WiFi worked well at my site #22. Site was level. All sites appeared to have picnic tables and BBQ s. If you need propane, the gas station had it for only $1.95 a gallon (Dec. '07), the best price I have seen in several years. Be advised, some amenities are closed in winter. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
October 2007
$38
Very nice park in a great canyon setting. Beautiful vistas. Sites are dirt with paved access roads. Modern and everything works well. Good Wi-Fi ($3 extra). Good satellite access. Nice shade trees. Best improved campground for miles We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 3 / 10 ]
[ 3 / 10 ]
September 2007
$36
The sites are very narrow and unlevel. There is nothing but red dirt, blowing dust, and usually the wind is terrible. The stores and facilities are fine but I would never stay here again except for the fact that if you want to see Monument Valley it is the only place close by to stay. Very expensive for what it is, plus they charge for WI-FI. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
August 2007
$46
Friendly staff, very slow registration process. Everything above two people per unit is extra, kids 7 and under are free. There is a Good Sam discount if shown prior to registration. Nicely equipped cabins are available, about the same price as RV sites. Tent camping available in separate areas. Some of the spaces need trees trimmed for pull thus. Ads state no slideouts, not the case, but some sites very tight. Beautiful location. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 4 / 10 ]
[ 4 / 10 ]
August 2007
$39
We were disappointed. The scenery is okay but the campground was hot and dirty. The road was pot holed in places and very narrow in places. All in all the desert is pretty but it seemed to be lacking here. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
July 2007
$36
The park location is a 10. Asphalt paved streets, level red clay site. Patio is the same red clay. No grass - we are in a desert. Small trees offer some shade. Pull thrus face north affording afternoon shade from the coach. When it rains all sites and patios become red mud. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
July 2007
$36
One of my favorite parks on our trip thru Utah. Maybe because of the Indian culture. Site is beautiful in a canyon that overlooks Monument Valley. There are trees that help to shade although the high canyon walls also block a lot of sun as well. Shuttle in the evening takes you up to the lodge. Tours available are also well worth the cost to get a good feeling for the area and cultures. Staff are Native Americans and all very friendly. Only complaint I would have is that the pool is indoor, (probably due to the desert fine red dust), and is more like a bath house, but our grandson didn't care. Would definitely stay here again. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
July 2007
$35
Wonderful park in a spectacular setting. Well maintained facilities and efficient staff. The WiFi, which was $3.00, worked well for us. We used the nice indoor pool. The nearby Goulding's restaurant had good food and very efficient service during our visit. As mentioned in previous reviews, be aware that the grounds are fine red dirt. Be sure to wear old shoes because the soles of the shoes will stain. We enjoyed the two nearby hiking trails recommended by the manager. The sunrises and sunsets are to die for. We would return. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
June 2007
$36
Nice park. Kind of dusty with red sand so be careful not to track it in to your rig. Wifi was not working when we were there so had to use the computer in the laundry room. Problem was young kids spending a lot of time surfing the internet. Had to tell them to get off. Tours are good but don't try the day long one unless you are really into Monument Valley. 3 hour tour is good. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
May 2007
$32
Very nice facilities in historic trading post area with pull-through sites though they are a bit narrow and unpaved. Beautiful canyon setting with spectacular Monument Valley across the highway! Staff was courteous and competent; full grocery store nearby and nice indoor swimming pool. Wi-fi costs $3/day extra and was out for a several hours but then worked well. A bit pricey for what you get, but only other choice in this remote area is primitive so we would stay again. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
April 2007
$36
This is the only campground in "town" now that the Native Americans are redoing theirs. The office/store staff were efficient and helpful. They arranged for us to have two WiFi access codes, $3 per day each, so we could each download over 300 messages. The campground has dirt roads and dirt sites and a great view of Monument Valley through a rock "Window." Sunrises would be great if you get up early enough. The pool is indoors, which in midsummer and mid-winter is great. I have been here in August and at 104 degrees the pool was enjoyable to watch the grand kids swim. The campground also arranges tours of Monument Valley and has a very nice museum at the Trading Post next to the Lodge. They also run a restaurant, gas station, grocery store and small airport. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 10 / 10 ]
[ 10 / 10 ]
June 2006
$40
Gouldings campground is beautiful. The views are amazing. The Goulding tour bus conveniently picks up at the store next to the campground. We took the 3.5 hour tour and had an excellent time. Bring extra cash to tip as the area otherwise is not that commercial and they are trying to earn a living while maintaining and sharing traditions. The pool is indoor, clean, and great for the kids. We walked down to the restaurant and had an excellent meal. I had the traditional mini-taco on fry bread. It was fresh and delicious. We left for the Grand Canyon but wished we had spent more time here. We may return and do a longer or overnitght tour. There is red dirt. Just dont bring fancy white cotton shoes and you should be fine. Also, the laundry was nice and there is a PC in the laundry room. Enjoy. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
June 2006
$36
I read the reviews on this place and I don't get it. We love this place. It sets in a canyon between two huge rock spires. No, its not real fancy, but this place exudes the essence of Monument Valley and they show a free John Wayne movie every night. We will stay here again. There is no cell service but the WiFi works well. And make sure you take the drive thru the valley from the visitors center. Best thing going. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 6 / 10 ]
[ 6 / 10 ]
May 2006
$35
Beautiful setting for somewhat mediocre RV park. Limited number of big-rig pull-through sites available so reserve ahead if you need one. Interior roads are paved but sites are dirt & gravel and not very level. Park very noisy one night as tenting area was occupied by large group of young people in a tour group. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
July 2005
$32
Ya wanna go to Monument Valley, ya gotta stay at Gouldings. That is just the way it is. Gouldings is good but it may change. It was recently purchased by a larger company and you can already see the changes starting up. Tour operators (other than Gouldings) can't even pick you up or drop you off at your campsite anymore. They've been banned by the new parent company. What next? But it is a pretty campground, and it is the only game in town. We camped here in a Motorhome.
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[ 6 / 10 ]
[ 6 / 10 ]
October 2004
$26
Offers a very close-up view of a long range vista. Staff was nice to us. All dirt sites, dusty at most times and mud if it rains. This is more than adequate for the time needed to visit Monument Valley. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
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[ 5 / 10 ]
[ 5 / 10 ]
2004
$27
Well, put me down as disappointed. This place has small sites, plain old dirty dirt, and trees that make pulling out of pull-thru's difficult for "Big Rigs." Staff was friendly. Narrow roads throughout. Lots of sites are not level. Other than that, it's all there is way out here in the "Boonies." If you want to spend some time around Monument Valley, this is where you have to stay (unless you want to drive for miles). Five is an accurate rating as far as I'm concerned. We camped here in a Motorhome.
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[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
2004
$35
All of the above reviews are correct. Take the half day tour, it should be enough.
Location is everything here. We camped here in a Motorhome.
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[ 7 / 10 ]
[ 7 / 10 ]
2004
$28
Generally a nice park. Most of the downsides already mentioned above. Many sites require
extra leveling and are cozy for larger rigs. One of the biggest negatives is the road noise from reservation residents driving up and down the roadway outside the park. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We camped here in a Motorhome.
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[ 10 / 10 ]
[ 10 / 10 ]
2004
$32
May be our favorite campground of all time. The setting is spectacular, the staff friendly. Our pull-through site was very spacious. It rained a bit and the indoor pool was a blessing for the kids. A word of caution: Don't try to walk down the hill from the campground to the restaurant/museum. It's further than it looks and is not a good place to get caught in a downpour. The campground does offer a free shuttle service. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 8 / 10 ]
[ 8 / 10 ]
2004
$25
A well maintained campground overlooking a very special area. The park has a "window" with a vista of Monument Valley. You need to ask for a site with a view when making reservations as they will not let you pick a site after arrival. Campground
does slope a bit, but leveling was not difficult at all. Nice store. Helpful and friendly staff. We camped here in a Fifth Wheel.
Review Rating
[ 6 / 10 ]
[ 6 / 10 ]
2003
$23
Beautiful setting in heart of Monument Valley. Sites are just graded with no fill material
such as gravel. It rained all night leaving a red sticky clay mud to walk on and track all over. Friendly staff. Would have been a lot nicer if it had
not of rained. We camped here in a Motorhome.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
2003
$24
This park is located in a canyon that opens onto Monument Valley. At the lodge there is a store, gas station, car wash, and tours can be arranged. The RV park has a small store in the office along with showers, laundry, and swimming pool. The interior roads are blacktop with dirt pads that are 29x54 ft. Be prepared for wind that will move some dust around. We found this park well maintained by a friendly staff. Also we were picked by a tour bus in front of the RV park office for a Tour of Monument Valley. We camped 2 nights in June We camped here in a Travel Trailer.
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[ 5 / 10 ]
[ 5 / 10 ]
2002
$26
Was not really happy with this campground. The "pull through big rig site" required me to back out. Impossible to pull through because it was only about 15 feet to the side of the class A parked directly in front of me. The sites with 50 amp service are in the lower part of the campground and are quite narrow. Forget about your awning. Our site was nowhere near level. Took several blocks to approach level. Interior roads are more like foot paths. On the plus side the staff is very friendly. The facility is very clean. The area is beautiful. Over all it was an adequate stop, but did not live up to the review given previously. I was quite disappointed as I based going to this park on the review in this forum. We camped here in a camper.
Review Rating
[ 9 / 10 ]
[ 9 / 10 ]
2001
$24
A DEFINITE MUST STAY!! We stayed one night in this park which is in a beautiful area with some sites actually looking down into Monument Valley itself. (Site 54 is great as are some tent sites.) The people were helpful, the pool is inside and was clean, the sites were level, but the best was the 3-hour tour we took of Monument Valley itself...unbelievably beautiful. You can tour some of the valley yourself, but take the tour given by the Navajo Indians that goes into private areas where the public is not allowed. (The campground has the tours that seemed to be the best.) Make sure and take some dollar bills for "tip money" for some of the local Indians you will see demonstrating things on the way. We took the sunset tour which was wonderful. I would have liked to have spent another day going back into the valley on our own. We'll definitely
go back. We camped here in a camper.
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