Lone Mesa Group Campground, near Moab, Utah, is a fantastic choice for those looking to immerse themselves in the stunning desert landscape. This place is perfect for groups, offering spacious sites that allow for a bit of privacy while still being close enough to enjoy each other's company.

The campground features fire rings and vault toilets, making it a practical option for your outdoor adventures. Visitors rave about the breathtaking views and the quiet atmosphere, ideal for stargazing and enjoying the natural beauty of the area. One camper noted, “Great for stargazing, mountain biking, etc.,” highlighting the outdoor activities available nearby.

Located conveniently between Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Lone Mesa is a great base for exploring these iconic landscapes. Whether you're hiking, biking, or just soaking in the scenery, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy. Just remember, this area can be quite exposed, so be prepared for the elements, especially on windy days.

## Overview

 Lone Mesa Group Sites are ideal for large gatherings such as school groups or family reunions. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and four-wheel drive tours in the surrounding area. Lone Mesa is 1,000 feet higher in elevation than Moab, which can mean slightly cooler temperatures. The town of Moab is approximately 30 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.
## Recreation

 From Lone Mesa there are multiple options for mountain biking, hiking, scenic tours, backcountry off-highway vehicle driving and photography. The area has many four-wheel drive roads leading to canyons and vistas. Nearby Canyonlands and Dead Horse Point State Park have many trails for hiking, biking and OHV driving.
## Natural Features

 The views from Lone Mesa will set you on the path to explore the nearby canyons and mesas. You are close to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Dead Horse Point State Park, Gemini Bridges, the White Rim Trail and the Green River. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Dead Horse Point State Park, Gemini Bridges Road and trails, and Mineral Bottom (the Green River boat ramp) are all within close proximity. Groups heading into Canyonlands National Park to ride the White Rim Trail often use this site for camping before and after their trip. 
## Charges & Cancellations

 You may contact the BLM Moab Field Office for assistance with changes and cancellations at 435-259-2100. Changes You can make changes to a reservation through your online Recreation.gov user account any time prior to the arrival/first date of the reservation. There is a $10 change fee If you wish to change to dates entirely outside of the original reservation dates. There is no change fee if you wish to extend or shorten the original reservation dates as long as the changes include dates from the original reservation. There is no change fee if you wish to change to another site that is the same price, for the same dates, and in the Lone Mesa Area. You cannot make changes to your reservation after the arrival/first day through your Recreation.gov account. However, the BLM Moab Field Office may be able to assist you, 435-259-2100. For reservations with dates at the end of the available booking window (a.k.a. sliding window), you will not be able to make changes or cancellations until the site has been available to the general public for four days. Cancellations Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use it. This opens highly sought-after campsites for others to reserve. You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center (call center incurs an additional fee). You may also contact the BLM Moab Field Office for assistance. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation. Late Cancellations A late cancellation occurs less the 14 days before the arrival/first date of the reservation (a.k.a. cut-off window). Late cancellations will incur a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. Early Departures If you spend at least one night and then leave prior to the scheduled departure check-out date, please contact the BLM Moab Field Office (435-259-2100) to open the remaining nights for others to use. You will not be able to cancel these nights through your Recreation.gov account. You will be eligible for a partial refund of the nights AFTER you depart that you did not use. If you depart after the facility check-out time, you will not be eligible for a refund for that night\_ No-Shows A No Show occurs if you do not arrive at your campsite or cancel your reservation by check-out time (Noon) on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (Noon) on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed a $20.00 Recreation.gov service fee and forfeit the first nights recreation fee. Refunds You can submit a refund request through your Recreation.gov account within 7 days of the departure/end date of your reservation. Applicable fees, such as the Recreation.gov reservation fees, service/cancellation fees, lottery application fees, and change fees, are non-refundable. Refunds cannot be issued to any card other than the one used to pay. In the event of an emergency closure, all fees will be refunded. Attempts will be made to notify you using the contact information within your Recreation.gov customer profile. Interagency Pass Discounts Interagency Pass discounts do not apply to group campsite reservations.

Lone Mesa Group Campground

Nestled in the sandstone of eastern Utah is the small town of Moab. This outdoor-lover’s paradise is the gateway to Arches National Park, with Canyonlands just a short drive away. Camping near Moab means unfettered access to BLM lands with rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, ATVing, horseback riding, rafting, and more.

Whether you’re heading in for a day-hike, scenic drive, or staking your tent at a campground, a visit to Arches is a must. Tent and RV camping near Moab provide easy access to one of Utah’s most iconic landmarks: Delicate Arch. (It’s even on their license plate!)

Downtown Moab is certainly worth a visit too. Grab an al fresco lunch at the Food Truck Park, visit the galleries and boutiques, or stock up on gear rentals for all your outdoor adventures. The area is also known for its petroglyphs and petrographs, which were created by Paleo-Indian, ancestral Puebloan, and Ute artists.

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Great Campground for groups or solo sites. Beautiful scenery and you will catch a great sunset. A little bit off the beaten path from city center in Moab but worth the drive.

Wonderful. Quiet. Great Scenery

We were looking for dispersed camping but found this instead.  It was completely empty in early November. We had  a pano view of the Mesa.  There are toilets, picnic tables, fire rings.  The sites are large and very spaced out.  I believe a lot of people pass it up because it is a “group“ area but it is worth checking on this to see how full it is.

Great views, big sites

BE MINDFUL OF WIND! These group sites are very exposed and have little to no cover and can be extremely dangerous on a windy day/night. We stayed here in mid-June 2020 and were actually instructed to leave by a ranger because the winds were projected to be so strong that night. 

Actual campsites are okay and are definitely great for larger groups, but I would personally avoid this one if you only have a couple of people in your party. Pit toilets were clean but a little far away from the campsites. 

Meh but Does the Job

This is a large area with 5 group camping pods. Each has a large table and a shade awning and fire ring. Two vault toilets and a large dumpster. NO 
water or sewer hookups.  No trees or any veg for shade, this area looks like a repurposed gravel borrow pit to me.  Sites are reservation only.

Big group area

Our group loved this campsite. The space was huge and spaced out from the other sites. The location is just about in the middle of Arches and Canyonlands. Clean bathrooms and dumpster access. 

Great Location and Lots of Space

Just after the group campground you keep driving until you get to single sites overlooking the mesa

Lone Mesa Camp Ground

Great spot in the desert close to Arches, Canyonlands and Moab to camp. We very much enjoyed our time here...we were able to find level spot. Had one bar of cell phone reception. We had star link so didn't have to worry about that.

We had four other people close by but we were still spread out enough for it to be quiet and private. Not as close as a regular campground.

Great for stargazing, mountain biking etc.

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