Ken's Lake Campground
Reservations can be made the day of, up to 6 months in advance from anywhere service is available. This is the only option, cash and check payments are NOT available onsite. There is cell service for most providers at the campground entrance. Loop B campsites are available first-come, first serve only. Ken's Lake Campground is a part of the Ken's Lake Recreation Area. The area includes Ken's Lake, a man made reservoir (electric motors only - gas powered engines are prohibited), day use area with a gravel boat ramp, campground, and hiking/equestrian trails.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
The group site has its own page: Ken's Lake Group Sites.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 48 |
Site guide
48 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Back-in | 37 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| 2 | A | Back-in | 75 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| 3 | A | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| 4 | A | Back-in | 80 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| 5 | A | 30 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | ||
| 6 | A | 30 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | ||
| 7 | A | Back-in | 83 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| 8 | A | 18 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | ||
| 9 | A | 28 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic | ||
| 10 | A | 28 | Gravel | 10 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:01 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.


Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $20 per site per night plus reservation fee. |
Each campsite has a gravel parking pad for two vehicles (vehicle pulling a trailer = two vehicles), picnic table, fire ring, and close proximity to a vault toilet and trash receptacles. There is no drinking water or electricity hook ups at this campground. During Spring and Fall a campground host is stationed at this campground. Campground hosts assist visitors with acquiring a campsite, trip planning, and campground etiquette education.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Moab, drive south on Highway 191 until you see signs for Ken's Lake, approximately 8 miles. Turn left off the highway and follow signs to the lake. The campground is just beyond the turn to the lake. Loop A is in the first campground loop and B is the second loop.
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.4780° N, 109.4235° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Loop A campsites are available by reservation only through Recreation.gov.
- Payments can be made by cash, check, or scan and pay through the Recreation.gov mobile app.
Charges and cancellations
- You may contact the BLM Moab Field Office for assistance with changes and cancellations at 435-259-2100.
- Changes
- You can make changes to a reservation through your online Recreation.gov user account any time prior to the arrival/first date of the reservation.
- There is a $10 change fee If you wish to change to dates entirely outside of the original reservation dates.
- There is no change fee if you wish to extend or shorten the original reservation dates as long as the changes include dates from the original reservation.
- There is no change fee if you wish to change to another site that is the same price, for the same dates, and in the same campground.
- You cannot make changes to your reservation after the arrival/first day through your Recreation.gov account. However, the BLM Moab Field Office may be able to assist you, 435-259-2100.
- For reservations with dates at the end of the available booking window (a.k.a. sliding window), you will not be able to make changes or cancellations until the site has been available to the general public for 18 days.
- Cancellations
- Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use it. This opens highly sought-after campsites for others to reserve.
- You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center (the call center incurs an additional fee). A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
- Late Cancellations
- A late cancellation occurs starting from midnight 1 calendar day before your scheduled check-in.
- Late cancellations will incur a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. Cancellations for a one night reservation will forfeit the entire amount but will not be charged a service fee.
- Early Departures
- If you spend at least one night and then leave prior to the scheduled departure check-out date, please contact the BLM Moab Field Office (435-259-2100) to open the remaining nights for others to use. You will not be able to cancel these nights through your Recreation.gov account.
- You will be eligible for a partial refund of the nights AFTER you depart that you did not use. If you depart after the facility check-out time (Noon), you will not be eligible for a refund for that night.
- No-Shows
- A No Show occurs if you do not arrive at your campsite or cancel your reservation by check-out time (Noon) on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (Noon) on the day following the arrival date.
- No-shows are assessed a $20.00 Recreation.gov service fee and forfeit the first night’s use fee.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads Outdoor Store ↗ | 9.2 mi |
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Worth a stop
Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National Monuments are nearby. Also in the area are the Manti-La Sal National Forest and the La Sal Mountain Loop Road, which provide interesting exploration opportunities and cooler temperatures during the summer months.
- 3.8 miKane Creek Canyon Rim Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 4 miCoyote Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.3 mi
- 6.3 miCanyonlands Backcountry Office ↗Visitor center
- 11.4 miMoab Day Use Sites ↗Day use
- 13.4 miTake Out Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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- 14.4 miSandy Beach River Access ↗Swimming
Trails nearby
- 4.1 miDory Canyon ↗6.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 4.8 miBrumley Ridge2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Orlando W. Warner HouseBuilding · Moab · 8.3 mi
- Pinhook BattlegroundSite · Moab · 8.9 mi
- John Henry Shafer HouseBuilding · Moab · 8.9 mi
Natural features
A few miles east of the campground, Mill Creek flows out of the La Sal Mountains. Water from this creek has been diverted to flow along a creek on the north side of the campground and is captured at Ken's Lake Reservoir. Along the diverted creek's path is Faux Falls. From the campground, visitors can hike or ride horseback on a trail to the falls or directly to the lake.
Recreation
The town of Moab is a hub for recreation. Tour operators offer guided hikes, rentals and evening entertainment. The area abounds with trails, dirt roads and canyons waiting to be explored.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ken's Lake Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ken's Lake Campground?
$20 per site per night plus reservation fee.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ken's Lake Campground?
Check-in 12:01 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Ken's Lake Campground?
You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center (the call center incurs an additional fee). A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Ken's Lake Campground have?
48 sites, including 48 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ken's Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Ken's Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ken's Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ken's Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Ken's Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Ken's Lake Campground?
The town of Moab is a hub for recreation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ken's Lake Campground?
Moab, Utah. Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National Monuments are nearby.
Source: Getting there
What if Ken's Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Ken's Lake Group Sites (0.1 mi), Mason Draw Campground (7.9 mi, first-come), and Oowah Campground (8.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby

