Big Bend Group Sites

Moab Field Office (BLM) — riverside

Location: Moab, UT, UT

Price: From $100 per night

Price range: $100–$175 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (23 reviews)

Season: May through October

Families and large groups will enjoy the three reservable group sites at Big Bend. Group sites A and B are located within the main campground along the Colorado River. Group Site C is located across SR 128 and up a small canyon offering a more secluded location.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Dump Station, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/big-bend-group-sites to be notified when sites open up.

Big Bend offers three reservable group sites suitable for families and large groups, with two sites along the Colorado River and one secluded site across SR 128. The location provides access to hiking, mountain biking, whitebryant rafting, rock climbing, and four-wheel drive tours in surrounding parks and public lands.

Wildlife alert: Midget Faded Rattlesnake present in area. Also watch for Bobcat, River Otter, Desert Striped Whipsnake, and Desert Night Lizard.

Insider tips for Big Bend Group Sites: Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability Group Site C offers a more secluded location across SR 128 up a small canyon Moab town is approximately 30 minutes away for dining and services

Skip Big Bend Group Sites if: You need RV hookups - most sites have no hookups and are only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to visit November through April - campground is closed seasonally.

Best time to visit Big Bend Group Sites: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Goose Island Group Sites (Moab, UT), Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites (Moab, UT), Kings Bottom Group Site (Moab, UT), Lower Onion Creek Group Sites (Moab, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Big Bend Group Sites

Cell signal at Big Bend Group Sites (Moab, UT): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Families and large groups will enjoy the three reservable group sites at Big Bend. Group sites A and B are located within the main campground along the Colorado River. Group Site C is located across SR 128 and up a small canyon offering a more secluded location.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDump Station
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - most sites have no hookups and are only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You plan to visit November through April - campground is closed seasonally

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Group Site C offers a more secluded location across SR 128 up a small canyon

Moab town is approximately 30 minutes away for dining and services

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Midget Faded Rattlesnake present in area. Also watch for Bobcat, River Otter, Desert Striped Whipsnake, and Desert Night Lizard.

Location

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435-259-2100· Moab Field Office (BLM)
Getting there →

From Moab, drive north to the junction with Highway 128. Turn right and travel 8 miles along the river road. Group sites A and B are in the main campground, site C is up the dirt road directly across from the main campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Moab Field Office (BLM) fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Moab Field Office (BLM) before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Big Bend Group Sites cost per night?+
Big Bend Group Sites costs $100–$175 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Big Bend Group Sites open?+
Big Bend Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Big Bend Group Sites have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Big Bend Group Sites?+
Big Bend Group Sites can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Big Bend Group Sites?+
Big Bend Group Sites is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Big Bend Group Sites?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Big Bend Group Sites is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Big Bend Group Sites open, and what are check-in times?+
Big Bend Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$100 /night★ 4.2 (23)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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