Best Glamping near Castle Valley, UT

The gateway to Utah's desert landscapes, HTR Moab and Sun Outdoors Arches Gateway house upscale glamping accommodations with modern comforts near Castle Valley. HTR Moab features spacious yurts with air conditioning, while Sun Outdoors offers canvas glamping tents with real beds and premium linens. Both locations provide full bathrooms with hot showers, electricity, and climate control systems for year-round comfort. According to a camper, "The yurt has plenty of room to setup beds and places to play games. The AC isn't amazing though so it's not somewhere you would want to hang out in for too long during the day." These eco-friendly accommodations balance wilderness immersion with essential amenities, positioning guests minutes from downtown Moab's restaurants and outfitters.

Oak Grove Campground, situated along the Colorado River with views of Arches National Park, maintains several glamping sites with excellent access to nearby trailheads. A visitor noted, "We loved this campground! We arrived at 6:45pm on a Sunday and got lucky finding this site! We stayed at site 3 and had such beautiful views!" The scenic location places glampers within a 10-minute drive of downtown Moab while offering peaceful seclusion among shade trees. The glamping accommodations at Sun Outdoors Canyonlands Gateway include kitchen facilities, outdoor dining areas with grills, and even a pizza oven for gourmet wilderness meals. Most sites feature picnic tables and fire rings, though summer reservations should be made well in advance as these popular canvas accommodations book quickly during peak season from March through October.

Best Glamping Sites Near Castle Valley, Utah (32)

    1. Devils Garden Campground — Arches National Park

    94 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 719-2299

    $25 - $250 / night

    "Overnight a storm hit and dropped 8 inches of snow on the entire park! Nearby there are trails to the world famous Delicate Arch, the Fiery Furnace, and the Windows section."

    "Behind us was a very large sandstone rock formation so you really feel secluded. Bathrooms were a short walk away and fairly clean."

    2. Sun Outdoors Arches Gateway

    49 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (877) 418-8535

    $66 - $161 / night

    "Stay Under canvas at Moab!! I believe it's the only way to truly experience what Utah has to offer, at least if you want unique!!"

    "Great amenities, clean bathroom and showers. Lots of food stores near by. No fire pits, only grill. One of the negatives, close to busy street."

    3. Sun Outdoors North Moab

    44 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 259-7660

    "Nice spot to set up camp. Close to Arches and Canyonlands. Shop inside check in had lots of things you could need. We got ice and aluminum foil."

    "Nice spot to set up camp. Close to Arches and Canyonlands. Shop inside check in had lots of things you could need. We got ice and aluminum foil."

    4. Moab Koa

    37 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 562-0372

    "We arrived on the later side of things and every camp area was full, in all of Moab, KOA had four cabins available so we snatched one up. It was a new cabin and it was wonderful."

    "Very nice large campground, clean bathrooms, outdoor laundry, group fire pit with plenty of seating. Nice pool with large hot tub, dog friendly. Just over all nice place to stay."

    5. HTR Moab

    22 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 355-0355

    $25 - $70 / night

    "Right next to the highway so there's pretty constant dull noise. But great showers, kitchens, outdoor grill and fire pits. Great views of the Moab valley. And close to everything Moab has to offer."

    "Laundry, large kitchen, communal space, and showers. Everything you need on the road but the tent sites barely fit a tent and are squeezed against the fence. Stayed in van and the spot was tight."

    6. Williams Bottom Campground

    30 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 259-2100

    "Scenic views across the river and good shade from cliffside made for a comfortable evening outside. Plenty of restrooms, and trash receptacles. Fire pits have built in grills."

    "Fire pits, tables, flat sites. No Verizon service. Close to hiking, the river and off roading."

    7. Ok RV Park & Canyonlands Stables

    18 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 259-1400

    "The bathrooms were well thought out and in impeccable condition. The staff was kind and so responsive to questions and considerate of our arrival time."

    "Really helpful staff, clean and quiet sites, and lovely views."

    8. Oak Grove Campground

    11 Reviews
    Castle Valley, UT
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 259-2100

    "Arrived around 6pm on Friday night and most of the sites were full. There aren’t that many to choose from, maybe 8-10 total."

    "We arrived at 6:45pm on a Sunday and got lucky finding this site! We stayed at site 3 and had such beautiful views!"

    9. Kayenta Campground — Dead Horse Point State Park

    42 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 259-2614

    $50 / night

    "We loved the large tent pads and covered dining area with pantry (yes, a pantry!). The staff kept the campground clean and tidy."

    "picnic table, fire pit, grill, tent pad, and electric hookup. Most people had RVs and there was a waste site at the entrance. We were tent camping two nights and enjoyed our stay."

    10. Sun Outdoors Canyonlands Gateway

    24 Reviews
    Moab, UT
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 259-7854

    "Group fire pit only and fires of course we're not allowed with the high winds. There is a pool, however it is extremely small and with even four or five people in it it feels crowded."

    "Several times a day someone patrolled looking for trash and checking on folks. Ample facilities for showers, bathrooms, and laundry."

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Glamping Reviews near Castle Valley, UT

524 Reviews of 32 Castle Valley Campgrounds


  • Megan V.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 24, 2019

    Ok RV Park & Canyonlands Stables

    Highly Recommended

    We stayed in one of the tent sites and I couldn’t be more impressed with the quality of this park. The bathrooms were well thought out and in impeccable condition. The staff was kind and so responsive to questions and considerate of our arrival time. The tent we stayed in had everything we needed - a wonderfully comfortable king bed, towels ready to go, lights that were portable in case you needed for a walk at night, air conditioning, heater, WiFi.... obsessed!

  • Ash ..
    May. 27, 2024

    Ok RV Park & Canyonlands Stables

    Quiet spot with beautiful views

    Great experience! Really helpful staff, clean and quiet sites, and lovely views.

    When we arrived with my 21 foot travel trailer, we were told that site 28 can be difficult to park in due to the angle and size, but just as panic started to seep into this trailer-newbie’s brain, they said, “But don’t worry, Jake can help you park your trailer into the spot.” And he did! Jake was super helpful and within 5 minutes my RPod was happily parked at site 28!

    The site was clean, with water, sewage, and electric hookups on the left side. It comes with a picnic table and fire pit (fire wood can be bought at the shop).

    I was remote working, and the wifi worked pretty well (I just had issues once during a meeting when video + screen sharing was on).

    The site is right on the La Sal Mountain Loop, which is a beautiful drive up the mountain and down through Castle Valley and along the Colorado River.

    We really loved our stay.

  • C
    Jul. 10, 2021

    Ok RV Park & Canyonlands Stables

    Clean, friendly staff, easy rules

    This is a large RV and camping site, just south of Moab. I was greeted by a friendly staff member in a cool air conditioned office. We enjoyed the clean 24 hour bathrooms and  laundry room. The wifi was pretty good if you are in a spot near the office. They sold some essentials in their store like ice, firewood and ice cream. Our spot also had a nice tree for shade which was great in the summer heat.

  • Geoff M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 3, 2023

    Needles Outpost Campground

    Needles outpost

    We came across Needles Outpost on our road trip across southern Utah. After some nights of dispersed camping, this was a welcome treat. The camping grounds were pleasantly spaced and we did not feel like we were on top of other campers. Amber, owner of the site, was absolutely wonderful and we enjoyed stopping into the outpost to chat with her. Amber had a store with crucial essentials that you may need, firewood (which was thick logs that go a long way!), gas for when you’re in an absolute pinch (nearest gas station is 30-40 miles away), and bathroom with showers (must purchase tokens, similar to NP sites). We did one night staying at site 4 and a night in one of Ambers canvas (glamping) tents. Both were extremely well kept and had beautiful surroundings. The sunsets over Canyonlands NP and the star gazing were outstanding and alone made the stay worth every penny. If we ever find ourselves back in the needles region of Canyonlands, Needles Outpost will be our overnight stay.

  • Renae P.
    Jun. 24, 2022

    Moenkopi Yurts — Dead Horse Point State Park

    Yurt for the win!

    The yurt was amazing. Clean restroom, huge deck, and the air conditioning was nice in the desert! Right on bike/hike trails and the night sky was stunning.

  • A
    Jun. 17, 2018

    Under Canvas Moab

    Beautiful Glamping in Moab

    We spent 3 night at Under Canvas Moab for a wedding and had a wonderful experience. We (2 couples) stayed in a 4-single beds tent and were happy with the choice due to the heat while we were there. The canvas tent was beautiful and included the 4 beds, 4 folding chairs, a dresser, and outlets to charge cell phones. Under Canvas provided live music Friday night, yoga Saturday morning, and smores around the campfire every night. We needed to do a lot of set up for the wedding ceremony and reception, and the Under Canvas staff were incredibly helpful to help us prepare. Some tents included a bathroom and shower. Ours did not, and we had no problem using the shared bathrooms and showers with other guests. Overall, a great spot for glamping and for a beautiful wedding!!

  • E
    Jun. 7, 2025

    Sun Outdoors North Moab

    Nice campground

    Nice spot to set up camp. Close to Arches and Canyonlands. Shop inside check in had lots of things you could need. We got ice and aluminum foil. Each tent site had a charcoal grill and weather canopy. It was nice. Bathrooms were air conditioned and had a nice shower. Only downside was it rained a lot and we had a bit of a stream under our tent so we had to move it to where the car parks instead of under the weather canopy during the rain storm. The views of the mountains are great!

  • Emily C.
    Jun. 7, 2025

    Sun Outdoors North Moab

    Nice campground

    Nice spot to set up camp. Close to Arches and Canyonlands. Shop inside check in had lots of things you could need. We got ice and aluminum foil. Each tent site had a charcoal grill and weather canopy. It was nice. Bathrooms were air conditioned and had a nice shower. Only downside was it rained a lot and we had a bit of a stream under our tent so we had to move it to where the car parks instead of under the weather canopy during the rain storm. The views of the mountains are great!

  • Melissa K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 17, 2017

    Moab Koa

    Stayed in a cabin

    We arrived on the later side of things and every camp area was full, in all of Moab, KOA had four cabins available so we snatched one up. It was a new cabin and it was wonderful. We normally wouldn't camp in a cabin but after a 3 hour drive, we weren't interested in turning around and driving home. It had a queen bed in the room you first walk in to. Then beyond that was another room with a bunk bed and a full bathroom. Toilet, tub and sink. It also had a small table, fridge, microwave and tv. It was basically a small hotel room. It had it's own deck and cook grill. The views were nice, the staff was nice. We didn't explore a whole lot of the campground but they did have a pool and other sites looked nice. It was not far from Arches National Park and town was even closer. If we were looking for a less rugged camp trip, we would consider their cabins again.


Guide to Castle Valley

Campgrounds near Castle Valley offer diverse options from primitive sites to luxury glamping accommodations. Located in the high desert at approximately 4,700 feet elevation, the Castle Valley area experiences wide temperature swings between day and night, especially in spring and fall. Many camping areas along the Colorado River corridor provide access to both water recreation and hiking opportunities.

What to do

Hiking to Corona Arch: From Williams Bottom Campground, access the Corona Arch trail just across Highway 279. "Corona Arch is a great close hike. Not a secluded site, but nice trees and close to lots of activities," notes Alex P. The moderate 3-mile round trip trail rewards hikers with views of a 140-foot natural arch.

Stargazing at higher elevations: Kayenta Campground provides exceptional dark sky viewing. "Amazing views and perfect for star gazing. We were here for the harvest moon and the park hosted a guided moon lit hike," shares Lauryn V. The campground sits at 6,000 feet elevation with minimal light pollution.

Colorado River activities: Camp at Oak Grove Campground for river access. "Great location! Close to Arches NP, downtown Moab, trailheads and the Colorado River," writes Lauren N. Rafting outfitters in Moab offer half-day to multi-day trips, with put-ins near several riverside campgrounds.

Mountain biking from camp: Multiple trail networks start near camping areas. "Being a cyclist,..it's Nirvana. Never have I seen so many bicycle/outdoor shops within one square mile," reports Dave V. about staying at Sun Outdoors North Moab (formerly Slickrock Campground).

What campers like

Early morning views: Campers at Devils Garden Campground praise the sunrise opportunities. "Beautiful night skies and a great place to spend sunrise/sunset," mentions Chris P. The high desert lighting conditions create dramatic morning photography conditions with red rock formations catching first light.

Campground accessibility: Moab KOA offers convenient camping for those with mobility considerations. "We had a tent but so happy we got the cabin. It was clean, comfortable and kept us out of the wind and rain," notes Johnny V. Sites are relatively level with paved pathways to facilities.

Pet-friendly options: Some glamping sites accommodate four-legged companions. "This is a great pet friendly campground. They even have little cabins with yards with fences around them to let your buddy stretch his legs," says Kristof B. about Moab KOA.

Location convenience: Campers value proximity to national parks. "Great location in Moab, great access to nice hikes," writes Olaf I. Most campgrounds are within 15-30 minutes of park entrances, saving driving time for early morning starts.

What you should know

Seasonal considerations: Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, while winters can drop below freezing. "We camped in one of the small RV spots. It was nice that we were the only ones on the north side of the campground. Very quiet and peaceful compared to the summer months," reports Tina S. about Sun Outdoors Arches Gateway.

Reservation timing: Secure glamping sites months ahead during peak season. "Sites are First Come first serve and owned by the BLM. There was 1 bathroom (Vault) and no water when we were there," explains Erin M. about Williams Bottom. Many BLM sites operate first-come, first-served with no reservation system.

Water availability: Not all campgrounds provide drinking water. "There is NO WATER available, so bring plenty of water!" warns Amanda M. Desert camping requires 1-2 gallons per person per day, especially during hot weather.

Wind conditions: Evening wind can be challenging at exposed sites. "At night, there were terrible wind storms that filled our tent with blowing sand," reports Stacie H. Consider wind breaks or sheltered tent locations when selecting sites.

Tips for camping with families

Community amenities: HTR Moab offers shared facilities that enhance family camping. "Great amenities, clean bathroom and showers. Lots of food stores near by," notes ALEJANDRA G. The common areas include cooking facilities and gathering spaces.

Kid-friendly features: Some campgrounds include play areas. "Nice playground and splash pad for the kids! We were at a tent sight which was close to the playground and bathrooms! We were able to pack up while the kids played," recommends Caitlin C.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Families enjoy wildlife encounters at campgrounds. "We had a kit fox follow us around on a evening hike and even visited us at our campfire and hung out!" shares Lauryn V. Early mornings and dusk provide best viewing times.

Temperature management: Prepare for heat when glamping in Castle Valley with children. "The AC isn't amazing though so it's not somewhere you would want to hang out in for too long during the day," advises Bentz E. Plan indoor activities during peak afternoon heat.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: RV campers recommend researching specific sites. "Standard spots are a bit small, and you'll be dependent on the… social skills… of your neighbors with shared green space / picnic areas near the pads," advises David S.

Parking considerations: Many glamping sites accommodate RVs but have limitations. "Sites are on a hill and are not meant for big rigs, and even some sites were tough for smaller rigs. Their driveway is very steep, so unfortunately a lot of people bottom out rear racks," warns Kloee S.

Utility reliability: Electrical service varies between campgrounds. "50A service at our site and a couple next to us was spotty in its overall quality - probably an open ground or something," notes David S. Surge protectors are recommended for all electrical hookups.

Storage logistics: Consider where to secure gear at glamping sites. "They do have gas grills you could use during your stay and we enjoyed that for sure! There is laundry there and the facilities are very nice," reports Bounding Around about their stay at Ok RV Park.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Castle Valley, UT is Devils Garden Campground — Arches National Park with a 4.6-star rating from 94 reviews.

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