Swing Arm City, UT

Where to camp?

• There is a lot of camping past the sign for Swing Arm City. If you put it into your GPS, it should take you right to the area. You’ll be able to see the campers. Be cautious if it’s rainy and you have a heavy camper as the ground can get sludgy.

Riding in Swing Arm City

• Location: San Rafael Swell, near Green River, Utah.

• Length: About 9 miles, despite the name.

• Difficulty: Easy to Challenging

• Terrain: Exposure at the top of ridges and a few challenging climbs. You can avoid all of this if you want to keep things mellow.

Things to Do Nearby

• Goblin Valley State Park – Unique rock formations (hoodoos), great for hiking and photography.

• Little Wild Horse Canyon – Easy-to-moderate slot canyon hike near Goblin Valley.

• San Rafael Swell – Vast backcountry for hiking, climbing, and off-roading.

Cell Reception

• Limited

Closest Town and Amenities

• Nearest town: Hanksville, UT

• Amenities in Hansville:

  • Gas stations

  • Hotels and motels

  • One or two small restaurants

  • Grocery store