Gold Bar Group Sites

Moab Field Office (BLM) — riverside, hiking

Location: Moab, UT, UT

Price: From $130 per night

Price range: $130–$250 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (40 reviews)

Season: May through October

The four group sites at Gold Bar are located along the Colorado River and are ideal for large gatherings such as school groups or family reunions. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and four-wheel drive tours in the surrounding area. The town of Moab is approximately 15 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.Group areas have fire grates, picnic tables, vaul

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

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

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

Four group sites along the Colorado River ideal for large gatherings with 360-degree canyon views and immediate access to hiking trails like Corona Arch. Reviewers praise the clean facilities, spacious sites, and proximity to outdoor recreation including mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and rock climbing.

Wildlife alert: Midget Faded Rattlesnake, Desert Spiny Lizard, Greater Roadrunner, Steller's Jay, and Northern Red-shafted Flicker present in area

Insider tips for Gold Bar Group Sites: Arrive in early evening to secure a spot — reviewers report easy availability at 7:15pm on Friday Visit Corona Arch trailhead directly across from campground Plan afternoon activities away from camp as sites stay hot during day Bring fully stocked coolers for food and beverages

Skip Gold Bar Group Sites if: Need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs. Want spontaneous booking — federal campground requires early reservations. Planning outside May-October — seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Gold Bar Group Sites: May-October — Official operating season for this federal campground.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Gold Bar Group Sites

Cell signal at Gold Bar 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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Moab, UT, UT★ 4 (40 reviews)From $130/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The four group sites at Gold Bar are located along the Colorado River and are ideal for large gatherings such as school groups or family reunions. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and four-wheel drive tours in the surrounding area. The town of Moab is approximately 15 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.Group areas have fire grates, picnic tables, vault toilets and sites A, B, and C have shade shelters.

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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 RV50 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 ToiletsBoat Launch

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:✕ Need RV hookups — no hookups at most sites, suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ Want spontaneous booking — federal campground requires early reservations✕ Planning outside May-October — seasonal operations only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Arrive in early evening to secure a spot

reviewers report easy availability at 7:15pm on Friday

Visit Corona Arch trailhead directly across from campground

Plan afternoon activities away from camp as sites stay hot during day

Bring fully stocked coolers for food and beverages

Best: May-October

Official operating season for this federal campground

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, Desert Spiny Lizard, Greater Roadrunner, Steller's Jay, and Northern Red-shafted Flicker present in area

Location

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

From Moab, drive five miles north on Hwy 191 to the intersection with Hwy 279. Turn left/west on Hwy 279 and drive ten miles to the campground entrance road.

Campground entrance

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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

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How much does Gold Bar Group Sites cost per night?+
Gold Bar Group Sites costs $130–$250 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Gold Bar Group Sites open?+
Gold Bar Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Gold Bar Group Sites have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Gold Bar Group Sites?+
Gold Bar Group Sites can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Gold Bar Group Sites?+
Gold Bar 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 Gold Bar Group Sites?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gold Bar Group Sites is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Gold Bar Group Sites open, and what are check-in times?+
Gold Bar Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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$130 /night★ 4 (40)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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