Established Camping
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites
Campers are Saying
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites, near Moab, Utah, is a fantastic spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle while soaking in stunning desert views. This campground offers spacious sites with picnic tables and fire rings, perfect for gathering around the fire after a day of adventure.
Visitors rave about the peaceful atmosphere, with many noting the quiet surroundings and breathtaking scenery. The campground is conveniently located near the Colorado River, providing easy access for water activities and a refreshing dip. As one camper put it, “The views in every direction were incredible, and we would definitely come back.”
For those eager to explore, the area is a short drive from iconic destinations like Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Hiking trails, including the nearby Fisher Towers, offer fantastic opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Just be prepared for a bit of a drive into town for supplies, as the campground is a little remote.
While some campers mentioned the occasional crowd from rafting groups, the overall vibe remains relaxed and enjoyable. With its beautiful surroundings and ample space for tents and RVs, Lower Onion Creek Group Sites is a solid choice for your next camping trip.
General Overview
Bureau of Land Management
Moab Field Office (BLM)
Overview
The Lower Onion Creek Group Sites are located along the banks of the Colorado River. The sites are ideal for small family or group gatherings of 15-30 people (parking is limited and can accomodate only one large RV or truck w/trailer). Lower Onion is also a launch site for river trips. 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. The town of Moab is approximately 40 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.
Recreation
This location is close to hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel driving opportunities and is a launch site for river running on the Colorado River.
Facilities
This location is close to hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel driving opportunities and is a launch site for river running on the Colorado River.
Natural Features
The group sites are located along the Colorado River offering spectacular view of the red rock canyons, buttes, mesas and spires against the backdrop of the nearby La Sal Mountains. A dry creek runs along the back of Group Site A (watch for flash-flooding)!
Nearby Attractions
There are many hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel drive trails along Hwy. 128. The Fisher Towers area offers hiking, rock climbing and scenic vistas. Lower Onion Creek is about 40 minutes from Arches National Park and one hour from Canyonlands National Park.
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 group site within the Lower Onion Creek 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 night___s 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.
Fee Info
Group Site A (max people 30): $150 Group Site B (max people 30): $150 Group Site C (max people 30): $150
Location
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites is located in Utah
Directions
From Moab drive north to the junction with Highway 128. Drive 22 miles on Highway 128 to the entrance to Lower Onion Creek campground, then 1.5 miles north on the gravel road. The group sites are located on the southwest side of the campground.
Address
MOAB FIELD OFFICE
82 E. DOGWOOD AVE.
Moab, UT 84532
Coordinates
38.7382889 N
109.3517694 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
