There are about 38 spots in Canyonlands National Park available for RV camping. They are all offered on a first come, first served basis. No reservations. These spots fill up quickly every day from late March and the rest of the summer. Information about the two campgrounds is below. During busy times of the year you'll want to research your options for a spot on BLM campgrounds outside the park or within the town of Moab, Utah nearby.

Willow Flat Campground
Located at the Island in the Sky, the Willow Flat Campground is a short walk from one of the finest sunset spots in the park: Green River Overlook. Twelve sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sites include picnic tables, fire grates and vault toilets. No water. Maximum RV length is 28 feet. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Fee is $10 per night. Willow Flat typically fills every day from late March through June and again from early September to mid-October. All sites are first-come, first-served.

Squaw Flat Campground
Located in the Needles, Squaw Flat Campground is an ideal base camp for day hikes to popular destinations like Chesler Park, Druid Arch and the Joint Trail. There are 26 sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bathrooms, fire grates, picnic tables, tent pads and water available year-round. Group size limit is 10 people and 2 vehicles. Maximum RV length is 28 feet. Fee is $15 per night. Squaw Flat typically fills every day from late March through June and again from early September to mid-October. All sites are first-come, first-served.

Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Campgrounds - RV Friendly.

Ken's Lake Campground - South of Moab, Utah
Ken's Lake is located 10 miles south of Moab. The campground accommodates even the largest motorhomes. Hiking and horseback trails originate at the campground. Fishing in the reservoir is a popular activity. Boating on the reservoir is limited to non-motorized craft. The views from the campground feature the La Sal Mountains and the redrock fins surrounding Moab. 

Campgrounds have picnic tables, vault toilets, grills, graveled roads, and trash receptacles.  There is no drinking water at the campground.

Campsites are available on a first-come, first served basis.
Camping at all sites is limited to 14 days within a 30 day period.

Ken's Lake is located 10 miles south of Moab. To get to Ken’s Lake, drive seven miles south of Moab on U.S. Highway 191. Turn left (east) and follow the signs approximately three miles to the lake.

Fee: $12.00 per site   Number of sites: 31   Toilets: Yes

Hittle Bottom Campground

Hittle Bottom Campground is located 23 miles from the junction of Highway 191. The campground accommodates large RVs as well as tents. The Hittle Bottom boat ramp is the starting point for the Colorado River "Daily." An historic homestead is also located at the campground.

Fee: $12.00 per site      Number of campsites: 12      Toilets: Yes

Goose Island Campground

Goose Island Campground is located 1.4 miles from the junction of Highway 128 and Highway 191. The campsites offer spectacular views of the Colorado River and massive redrock cliffs of Arches National Park. Both RV and tent camping are available. This campground is popular due to its proximity to town, its shade during the summer, and the beautiful scenery. There is no drinking water available at Goose Island, but untreated (but tested) water is available nearby at Matrimony Spring.

Fee: $12.00 per site      Number of campsites: 18      Toilets: Yes 

Gold Bar Campground

Gold Bar Camping Area is located 10 miles from the junction of Highway 191. Views up and down the Colorado River are stunning. The Corona Arch Hiking Trail, a 1.5-mile walk to two spectacular arches, is located across the road from the camping area.

Fee: $8.00 per vehicle     Number of campsites: 10     Toilets: Yes

Horsethief Campground

Horsethief Campground is located on Highway 313, 12 miles from the junction of Highway 191. The campground has 60 sites, including many sites adequate to accommodate large RVs, and is near Dead Horse Point State Park and the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands National Park.

Fee: $12.00 per site      Number of campsites: 60            Toilets: Yes

Big Bend Campground

Big Bend Campground is located 7.5 miles from the junction of Highway 191. Big Bend can accommodate large RVs, trailers, and tents. Many of the sites are located next to the Colorado River, and all are surrounded by imposing cliffs. Big Bend has a sand beach, a river walkway, and features accessible facilities. Drinking water is available at Matrimony Spring, 6 miles downstream.

Fee: $12.00 per site      Number of campsites: 23      Toilets: Yes

HINT: There is a nice bouldering spot across the street from this campground!

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