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Windwhistle Group Site

Windwhistle Group Site is located near Moab, Utah, in the Canyon Rims area. The terrain consists of rocky landscapes and open spaces. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park.

Description

Bureau of Land Management

Canyon Rims

Overview

The Windwhistle Group Site is ideal for small gatherings looking for a quiet retreat. The parking is limited and you must walk in to the site. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and beautiful scenic overlooks. The towns of Moab and Monticello are approximately 45 minutes away and have dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.

Recreation

Situated on the road to the Needles Overlook, this area abounds in hiking, off-highway vehicle and mountain biking options. You are close to the Needles District of Canyonlands where there are numerous hiking and 4WD trails.

Facilities

Situated on the road to the Needles Overlook, this area abounds in hiking, off-highway vehicle and mountain biking options. You are close to the Needles District of Canyonlands where there are numerous hiking and 4WD trails.

Natural Features

Windwhistle is a wonderful hideaway tucked in the beautiful red rock. This isolated campground is surrounded by cliffs and canyons with great access to viewpoints, vistas and backcountry exploration.

Nearby Attractions

Windwhistle is on the road to the Needles Overlook and Hatch Point. It is close to the Needles District of Canyonlands and the Indian Creek climing area. Wilson Arch, Ken's Lake and the La Sal Mountain Loop road are all between Windwhistle and Moab.

Charges & Cancellations

Please 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.____ 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 (noon), 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 (max 25 people): $75

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Location

Windwhistle Group Site is located in Utah

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Moab, drive 32 miles south on 191 to the junction with the Needles Overlook road. Turn right and travel 6 miles on this road. The campground is on the left hand side of the road.

Address

82 E Dogwood
Moab, UT 84532

Coordinates

38.1775111 N
109.4622 W

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Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Sep. 26, 2021

Nice setting but WALK IN

4 tables, 3 fire rings. Lots of room for group tents. Sites are walkin about 200 ft from limited parking so NOT a group site for RV or TT campers. Dumpster, vault toilet, water. Cell signal spotty for Verizon and mobile.

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  • Review photo of Windwhistle Group Site by Greg L., September 26, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Windwhistle Group Site?

    Windwhistle Group Site allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Windwhistle Group Site?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Windwhistle Group Site, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Windwhistle Group Site?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is poor.

  • How hard is it to get a campsite at Windwhistle Group Site?

    Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Windwhistle Group Site. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Windwhistle Group Site, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

  • Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Windwhistle Group Site?

    There are 1 campsites at Windwhistle Group Site and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts