Campground
Red Desert RV Park
Alright, here’s the plan for Red Desert RV Park. It’s a year-round RV park near Arches with 55 full-hookup sites and 14 cabins on gravel pads, big rigs up to 50 ft welcome. RV hookups include 30/50/20A, water, and sewer, and there’s a clean bathhouse with showers plus an ADA-compliant bathroom. Highway noise is a factor, but you get solid value, a camp store, and easy Moab access.
Quick facts
- Reservation System
- Private booking platform; direct booking via phone or email
- Reservation Window
- Booking in advance recommended; no explicit window
- Reservation Tips
- Book well in advance; use the private platform; call for options
- Season Dates
- Year-round
Reservations & season
- Reservation System
- Private booking platform; direct booking via phone or email
- Reservation Window
- Booking in advance recommended; no explicit window
- Reservation Tips
- Book well in advance; use the private platform; call for options
- Season Dates
- Year-round
- Fills Up Speed
- Moderate to high demand; peak season often fills quickly
- Per Night Cost
- $45+/night RV sites; $25 tent sites; cabins $59.99–$75.66
- Extra Vehicle Fees
- No extra charge for extra vehicles
Sites & RV fit
- Sites Total
- 55 RV sites + 14 cabins
- Site Types
- RV sites, cabins, overflow/dry camping
- Site Type Breakdown
- 55 RV sites, 14 cabins, overflow/dry camping
- RV Max Length
- Up to 50 ft
- Group Sites Available
- 0
- Hookups
- Full hookups at RV sites: water, sewer, 30/50/20 amp
- Site Features
- Portable fire pits available by request; firewood sold at camp store; picnic tables at RV sites; potable water spigots; full hookups (water, sewer, 30/50/20A); bathhouse with flush toilets and showers; ADA compliant family bathroom; on-site camp store; gravel/dirt sites; sedan-friendly
- Ground Type
- Gravel/dirt
- Site Privacy
- Limited privacy; sites exposed to highway
Facilities
- Bathroom Types
- Flush toilets; ADA compliant family-style bathroom
- Showers Available
- Free showers in bathhouse
- Potable Water
- Potable water spigots available; water included with RV hookups
- Dump Station
- Not available on-site
- Camp Store
- Small camp store sells souvenirs, RV supplies, snacks, drinks, ice, and firewood
- Firewood Availability
- Firewood sold at camp store; portable fire pits by request; gathering wood not advised
- Cell Service
- Verizon 1 bar; other carriers not specified; basic WiFi; streaming not allowed
- Nearby Facilities
- Moab: City Market, Shell nearby; Arches NP and other local attractions
Access
- Road Type
- Gravel/dirt
- Road Conditions
- Gravel/dirt internal roads; RV accessible; sedan-friendly; some washboard conditions possible
- Vehicle Restrictions
- No explicit trailer prohibition; parking ample for trailers
- Clearance Needed
- Standard clearance; sedan friendly
- Distance From Entrance
- 12 miles
- Nearest Gas Services
- Moab area; Shell gas station and other options nearby
- Elevation
- Varies
- Accessibility
- One ADA compliant bathroom; sedan-friendly
- ADA Accessible Sites
- One ADA compliant family bathroom; ADA sites not specified
Rules & safety
- Food Storage Requirements
- Bear safety advised; no specific rules provided
- Fire Restrictions
- Fires allowed; portable fire pits; no explicit seasonal bans
- Pets Allowed
- Yes
- Pet Restrictions
- Leash rules not specified
- Quiet Hours
- Not specified; highway noise noted
- Alcohol Permitted
- 0
What it is like
- Onsite Activities
- Hiking, biking, ATV riding (street-legal required for paved roads), rock climbing, and exploring national parks
- Trailheads Nearby
- Direct access to Highway 191; nearby trails in Arches/Moab area
- Stargazing Quality
- Open sky; tree cover not detailed
- Shade Coverage
- Limited shade; mostly gravel with sparse trees
- Noise Level
- Highway noise evident
- Vibe Check
- Functional basecamp near Moab; not a forest retreat—clean, convenient, and value-driven with some road noise
- Camp Here If Skip If
- ✅ BOOK IF: You need full hookups and big-rig friendly sites within close reach of Arches. ❌ SKIP IF: You want a quiet, forested escape or a site with on-site dump and abundant shade.
- Tips Advice
- Book early for peak season
- Bring a good headlamp for after-dark parking/entry
- Expect highway noise; bring earplugs
- Fire pits by request; stock up on firewood at camp store
More details
- Park Area
- Moab, Utah
- Family Friendly Notes
- Family-friendly with clean bathhouse; highway noise may affect kids; easy Moab access
- Nearby Attractions
- Arches National Park (12 miles), Moab attractions and services
- Terrain Type
- Gravel lots; level sites
- Temperature Ranges
- Varies by season
- Setup Strategy
- RV sites are gravel/dirt and big-rig friendly; internal roads support pull-through/back-in; expect level pads but carry leveling blocks for 50 ft rigs; no on-site dump, plan accordingly
- Bath Laundry Recon
- Shower house is clean and free; laundry facilities are not specified
- Review Summary
- Red Desert RV Park offers solid value with full hookups and a clean bathhouse, making it practical for RV travelers heading to Arches. It accommodates big rigs and budget-conscious visitors, but anticipate highway noise and gravel sites. Plan ahead in peak season for the best chances of scoring a spot.
Location
Frequently asked questions
Can my 50 ft RV fit at Red Desert RV Park?
Yes, the park is big-rig friendly and sites are suitable for long travel trailers up to around 50 ft.
Is there a dump station on-site?
No, there is not a dump station on-site.
Do you need to book in advance?
Yes, advance booking is recommended, especially during peak season.
Is there noise at night?
Reviews mention highway noise as a factor, so plan accordingly with earplugs or white noise.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, dogs are allowed; leash rules are not specified.
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