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Warner Lake
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Moab, UT, UT
Moab, UT, UT
66 min drive from Moab
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Hiking Near Moab
Discover the best hiking campgrounds within 50 miles of Moab, Utah.
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About Hiking Near Moab
Moab stands as the gateway to some of the most spectacular hiking terrain in the American Southwest, where red rock canyons, sandstone fins, and high desert mesas create an unparalleled landscape for camping and trail exploration. The campgrounds surrounding this southeastern Utah hub range from riverside corridors along the Colorado River to alpine forests in the La Sal and Abajo Mountains, offering hikers access to terrain that spans from 4,000 to nearly 9,000 feet in elevation.
Best Time
Spring (April through May) and fall (September through October) offer the most comfortable hiking conditions at lower-elevation campgrounds around Moab, with daytime temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F and cooler nights ideal for sleeping. Desert campgrounds like Devils Garden and Dead Horse Point become extremely hot from June through August, with midday temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F, making early morning and evening hikes essential.
Destination Highlights
- 16+ hiking campgrounds within 50 miles
- Near Moab, Utah
- Options for every camping style
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Tips & Recommendations
- 1Carry significantly more water than you think necessary for desert hikes—at least one gallon per person per day, as sources are scarce and temperatures deceive in the dry air.
- 2Start hikes at dawn during warmer months to avoid midday heat, especially at lower-elevation campgrounds where shade is minimal and sandstone reflects intense solar radiation.
- 3Book Devils Garden Campground months in advance, as its 627 reviews reflect its popularity and sites fill quickly year-round.
- 4For spontaneous trips, Warner Lake and the BLM campgrounds along the Colorado River typically offer better availability.
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Campground Locations
Showing top 16 campgrounds near Hiking Near Moab
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Warner Lake2
Dead Horse Point State Park3
Devils Garden Campground4
Buckboard5
Fisher Towers Recreation Site6
Windwhistle Campground7
Hittle Bottom Group Site8
Sand Flats Recreation Area Cg F9
Devils Canyon10
Horsethief Group Sites11
Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites12
Dewey Bridge Group Sites13
Dalton Springs Campground14
Ken's Lake Group Sites15
Grandstaff Campground16
Gold Bar Group SitesHiking Near Moab FAQ
There are 16+ campgrounds offering hiking within 50 miles of Moab, Utah. 11 accept online reservations.
Fees for hiking campgrounds near Moab range from $5 to $250/night. Prices vary by site type and season.
It depends on the campground. 11 hiking campgrounds near Moab accept online reservations. During peak season, popular sites fill quickly. Set up Outdoorithm alerts to catch cancellations.
9 of the 16 hiking campgrounds near Moab are pet-friendly. Dogs must typically be leashed. Check individual campground policies for restrictions.
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