BLM Campsite near MOAB - suggestions?

[Karin]

Hi, I'm driving to Moab on Thursday and will need a campsite near town.

Any suggestions?

I may also consider campgrounds that are a little further but aesthetically nice.

I don't know Moab at all, except for going there about 22 years ago.

Thanks!

 

[Van-Tramp]

Willow Springs Trail Road is free boondocking but is 7 miles north of town - http://www.van-tramp.com/wp/willow-springs-trail-boondocking/

Otherwise the BLM paid sites on hwy 128 that follows the Colorado River are great. They are $6 - $12 per night. There are a half-dozen or so campgrounds in those first few miles. The first one nearest town can eeek out a cell signal, the rest will not (but cost less).

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And if you want to browse my blog posts from the past few years visiting Moab for ideas of things to do - http://www.van-tramp.com/wp/?s=moab

 

[Karin]

That's great! I'll consider both options.

Thank you!

 

[Van-Tramp]

OOoo, before I forget, another option is to camp at the Lazy Lizard Hostel ($8 a night if you stay in your car/van). You will then have access to a hot shower, community kitchen, and others to socialize with. I stayed there a few years back and really enjoyed it. And, since it is in town you can bike everywhere instead of having to drive.

http://www.van-tramp.com/wp/lazy-lizard-hostel/

 

[akrvbob]

When are you going to be there? I'm tentatively planing on being there around Oct 20 for a week or so and then heading over to Zion.

The nearest boondocking is about 12-15 miles north of town and if you drive that round trip every day after what you spend on gas you won't save a whole lot over paying $6-8 a night close to town. Plus all the time wasted and wear-tear on your rig.

But, it's more than money to me so I boondock.
Bob