Big Bend Campground hosts 51 sites and 2 group sites inside Arches National Park. There are no hookups; flush toilets are provided and potable water spigots are nearby; showers are not on-site. The Broken Arch Trail trailhead sits at the campground, making it ideal for hikers and stargazers with dark night skies. Generators have restricted hours to keep the desert quiet.
✅ BOOK IF: You want a desert Arches experience with direct trail access, 51 sites, and dark skies; no hookups are needed for your trip. ❌ SKIP IF: You require on-site showers, camp store, or full RV hookups.
Tent sites, RV sites, group sites
Rock arches and fins views
Arches NP entrance ~18 miles; Moab ~23 miles
Good for families who want direct trail access and dark skies; prepare for sun and no in-camp showers
Spring and fall for milder temps and dark skies
Rigs: pull-through and back-in sites; interior roads paved and wide; most sites are level; verify site length for very long rigs; group sites have RV restrictions
Functional desert campground with immersive rock formations; privacy varies; not a forest setting
Shower facilities: none; on-site laundry: none; plan to use town facilities in Moab
Reviews praise the dark skies and easy access to the Broken Arch Trail; the campground’s quiet desert vibe and proximity to Arches make it appealing, though lack of hookups and in-camp amenities requires advance planning.
Tent sites, RV sites, group sites
Hiking from camp; Broken Arch Trail access
Recreation.gov (Booking: 6 months rolling window; standard sites can be booked up to 4 days in advance; group sites up to 12 months; reservations start at 10 am ET)
Pets Allowed - Leashed at campsites and on roads only; clean up after pets
To Park Entrance
18 miles
Elevation
5200 ft
Based on 120 Google reviews
Based on 120 guest reviews
" Reviews praise the dark skies and easy access to the Broken Arch Trail; the campground’s quiet desert vibe and proximity to Arches make it appealing, though lack of hookups and in-camp amenities requires advance planning."
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RVs are welcome; roads are paved and accessible; there is no published maximum length; large rigs may face site and hookup constraints; check site length when booking.
Yes. Peak-season slots sell out within seconds of release. Use Recreation.gov, with 6 months’ notice for standard sites; group sites can be reserved up to 12 months in advance.
Yes, typical desert quiet with limited campground noise. Generator windows are 8 a.m.–10 a.m. and 4 p.m.–8 p.m.; otherwise, plan for dark skies and low light pollution.
No; there are flush toilets but no showers on-site. Plan to shower in Moab or in town facilities.
Potable water spigots are available; there is no continuous water supply beyond taps—bring extra if you need more from home.
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