Moon Lake Group Campground

Ashley National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Duchesne, UT, UT

Price: From $100 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (7 reviews)

Season: May through October

Moon Lake Group Campground is located on the shores of scenic Moon Lake on the southern slope of the Uinta Mountains. Visitors come to Moon Lake for its canoeing and fishing opportunities, abundant trails and scenic beauty.Moon Lake offers great canoeing and fishing opportunities. Anglers fish for rainbow and cutthroat trout, Kokanee salmon and splake.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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

Moon Lake Group Campground is located on the scenic shores of Moon Lake in the Uinta Mountains, offering excellent fishing for rainbow and cutthroat trout, Kokanee salmon and splake, plus abundant hiking and horseback riding trails. Campers consistently rate it 4.7/5 stars, praising its beautiful location and secluded group sites.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Mule Deer, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Short-tailed Weasel, Rufous Hummingbird, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, American White Pelican, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in area.

Insider tips for Moon Lake Group Campground: Book well in advance — this is a federal campground with only 2 group sites and high demand. Bring a boat or canoe for better fishing access; shore fishing reported as slow. Each group site is secluded and feels like a private campground. Firewood is available for purchase on-site.

Skip Moon Lake Group Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You prefer to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only.. You're looking for a spontaneous weekend trip — book early due to limited capacity..

Best time to visit Moon Lake Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.. Early season (May-June) — Federal campground requires early booking due to limited 2-site capacity..

Nearby campgrounds: Moon Lake Guard Station (DUCHESNE, UT), Moon Lake Campground (Duchesne, UT), Rock Creek Group (Ut) (DUCHESNE, UT), Yellowpine (DUCHESNE, UT).

Cell Phone Coverage at Moon Lake Group Campground

Cell signal at Moon Lake Group Campground (Duchesne, 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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Duchesne, UT, UT★ 4.4 (7 reviews)From $100/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Moon Lake Group Campground is located on the shores of scenic Moon Lake on the southern slope of the Uinta Mountains. Visitors come to Moon Lake for its canoeing and fishing opportunities, abundant trails and scenic beauty.Moon Lake offers great canoeing and fishing opportunities. Anglers fish for rainbow and cutthroat trout, Kokanee salmon and splake.

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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 RV25 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterFirewood for Sale
Recreation
Picnic TablesCamp Host
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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 — no hookups available, only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You prefer to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only.✕ You're looking for a spontaneous weekend trip — book early due to limited capacity.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book well in advance

this is a federal campground with only 2 group sites and high demand.

Bring a boat or canoe for better fishing access; shore fishing reported as slow.

Each group site is secluded and feels like a private campground.

Firewood is available for purchase on-site.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Best: Early season (May-June)

Federal campground requires early booking due to limited 2-site capacity.

Things to do nearby

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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: American Black Bear, Mule Deer, Rocky Mountain Mule Deer, Short-tailed Weasel, Rufous Hummingbird, Broad-tailed Hummingbird, American White Pelican, and Wandering Garter Snake documented in area.

Location

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435-722-5018· Ashley National Forest
Getting there →

From Duchesne, Utah, take Highway 87 north to Mountain Home, then travel on county road to Forest Road 131. The campground is about 36 miles from Duchesne.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Moon Lake Group Campground cost per night?+
Moon Lake Group Campground costs $100 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Moon Lake Group Campground open?+
Moon Lake Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Moon Lake Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Moon Lake Group Campground?+
Moon Lake Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 25 feet.
How do I make reservations at Moon Lake Group Campground?+
Moon Lake Group Campground 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 Moon Lake Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Moon Lake Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Moon Lake Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Moon Lake Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$100 /night★ 4.4 (7)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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