Hunter Canyon Group Site

— riverside, hiking

Location: Moab, UT, UT

Price: From $50 per night

Rating: 3.4 out of 5 (12 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Hunter Canyon Group Site is ideal for visitors looking to explore the Hunter Canyon trail and access popular rock-climbing routes in the area. Access to the Hunter Canyon Campground is down a tight, steep switchback on a gravel/dirt road. It is not recommended for vehicles over 22’ or vehicles pulling long trailers.

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/hunter-canyon-group-site to be notified when sites open up.

Hunter Canyon Group Site offers stunning canyon views with access to popular hiking trails, rock climbing routes, and proximity to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Campers praise the scenic canyon setting with lush vegetation and wildlife.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Collared Lizard, Desert Collared Lizard, Western Black-necked Gartersnake, Northern Red-shafted Flicker, Spotted Towhee

Insider tips for Hunter Canyon Group Site: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Access road features tight, steep switchbacks on gravel/dirt — vehicles over 22 feet not recommended Hunter Canyon trail includes water crossings and optional scramble to Curious Arch

Skip Hunter Canyon Group Site if: You have an RV or trailer over 22 feet. You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You want to avoid OHV traffic noise — Kane Creek Road has busy OHV traffic.

Best time to visit Hunter Canyon Group Site: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: The Ledge Group Sites (Moab, UT), Kings Bottom Group Site (Moab, UT), Gold Bar Group Sites (Moab, UT), Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites (Moab, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hunter Canyon Group Site

Cell signal at Hunter Canyon Group Site (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★ 3.4 (12 reviews)From $50/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Hunter Canyon Group Site is ideal for visitors looking to explore the Hunter Canyon trail and access popular rock-climbing routes in the area. Access to the Hunter Canyon Campground is down a tight, steep switchback on a gravel/dirt road. It is not recommended for vehicles over 22’ or vehicles pulling long trailers.

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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 RV15 ft
HookupsNo hookups.
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 have an RV or trailer over 22 feet✕ You need electrical hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You want to avoid OHV traffic noise — Kane Creek Road has busy OHV traffic

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

Access road features tight, steep switchbacks on gravel/dirt

vehicles over 22 feet not recommended

Hunter Canyon trail includes water crossings and optional scramble to Curious Arch

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: Eastern Collared Lizard, Desert Collared Lizard, Western Black-necked Gartersnake, Northern Red-shafted Flicker, Spotted Towhee

Location

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Getting there →

From Moab, drive 8 miles on the Kane Creek Road. The group site is on the right hand side of the road.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Hunter Canyon Group Site cost per night?+
Hunter Canyon Group Site costs $50 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Hunter Canyon Group Site open?+
Hunter Canyon Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hunter Canyon Group Site have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Hunter Canyon Group Site?+
Hunter Canyon Group Site can accommodate RVs up to 15 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hunter Canyon Group Site?+
Hunter Canyon Group Site 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 Hunter Canyon Group Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hunter Canyon Group Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hunter Canyon Group Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Hunter Canyon Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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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
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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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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$50 /night★ 3.4 (12)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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