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Moab, UT, UT★ 4.1 (21 reviews)From $150/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
The Lower Onion Creek Group Sites are located along the banks of the Colorado River. The sites are ideal for small family or group gatherings of 15-30 people (parking is limited and can accomodate only one large RV or truck w/trailer). Lower Onion is also a launch site for river trips.
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Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseCheck-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people
Amenities
RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verifiedEssentials
Fire RingsDump Station
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat Launch
Straight talk
CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown 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 — no hookups at most sites, only suitable for self-contained RVs✕ You want to avoid river traffic — rafters regularly launch from this site✕ You need access outside May-October — seasonal operations only
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand
Group sites accommodate 15-30 people with parking for only one large RV or truck with trailer
Site location near river provides shade options on both north and south sides of canyon
Best: May-October
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
RIDB /activities /recareas + intelConditions today
LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetT-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%
FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.
Wildlife nearby
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmAlert: Rattlesnakes present in area (Midget Faded Rattlesnake verified). Also wapiti, mule deer, kit fox, and various bird species including American Dipper and Bullock's Oriole.
Location
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
(435)259-2100· Moab Field Office (BLM)
Getting there →
From Moab drive north to the junction with Highway 128. Drive 22 miles on Highway 128 to the entrance to Lower Onion Creek campground, then 1.5 miles north on the gravel road. The group sites are located on the southwest side of the campground.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)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, speakableHow much does Lower Onion Creek Group Sites cost per night?+
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites costs $150 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lower Onion Creek Group Sites open?+
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lower Onion Creek Group Sites have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?+
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?+
Lower Onion Creek 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 Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lower Onion Creek Group Sites open, and what are check-in times?+
Lower Onion Creek Group Sites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Official resources
●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
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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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$150 /night★ 4.1 (21)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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