Can you camp wherever you want in Moab?

Within 20 miles of Moab, camping is only allowed in developed campgrounds. Primitive camping is available in certain areas outside of Moab (see map & legend below): These regulations apply to all primitive sites: Vehicles must stay on roads. Human waste carryout required (portable toilet or human waste bags)



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There are plenty of dirt roads through the desert where you can just pull over and set up camp, no fees or permits required! That's called dispersed camping, also called boondocking, and it's easy to do around Moab just as long as you know where to go, and know how to do it right.

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The BLM maintains developed campgrounds in the Moab area for your enjoyment. These campgrounds are located on scenic routes along rivers, in canyons, and on mesa tops.

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Yes, you can sleep in your car in Moab as long as you do so at a designated campground or RV park that allows for vehicle camping. Many campgrounds in the area specifically cater to RVs, vans, and car campers. To find a suitable location for car camping, check out Hipcamp.

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Moab camping ranges in price, from $20 per night for a simple tent or RV camping site to upwards of $350 for a luxury Moab cabin. You're likely to pay more as amenities increase, as prices are lowest for primitive campsites and rise with access to things like bathrooms, showers, camp kitchens, and free wifi.

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We recommend at least 2 full days/ 3 nights for the Moab area. One day for Arches National Park and half a day to a day for Canyonlands National Park, plus the Dead Horse Point State Park. In addition, you can also take a short rafting tour, as we did. 3 days/4 nights would make your visit more relaxing.

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Inexpensive and remote camping opportunities are found here: Bureau of Land Management (BLM). In comparison with national conservation areas and developed campgrounds, BLMs are undeveloped public lands that offer disperse camping options for those seeking solitude.

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Bears. Black bears occasionally wander into the park from the nearby mountains.

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Beginner Riding Areas in Moab, Utah The three areas that are best suited for beginner riders and offer the most green trails are the Moab Brands Bar-M area, Dead Horse Point State Park, Klondike Bluffs, and the Klonzo area. Most newbie mountain bikers cut their teeth on green beginner trails.

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Shoulder Season: February and November February (for springtime adventures) and November (for autumn fun) can be the best time to visit Moab and the national parks.

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Yes, You Can Get a Drink in Rural Utah, Too Restaurants and bars, of course, can set their own price for drinks. Each of Utah's five national parks has a liquor store nearby, and bars and restaurants are easy to find, especially in Springdale near Zion or Moab near Arches and Canyonlands.

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