Hatch Point Campground
Hatch Point Campground is located 56 miles southwest of Moab. The campground is situated on a mesa top which offers fine views of the surrounding area. The remote and quiet location guarantees excellent star-gazing opportunities. There are 10 individual campsites, limited to 10 people & two vehicles per site.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatch Campground 1 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / – | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 2 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 3 | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 4 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 5 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 6 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / – | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 7 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 8 | Pull-through | 45 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 9 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Hatch Campground 10 | Back-in | 40 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:59 AM.
10 campsite locations mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The site numbers are theirs and may not match the posts at the campground. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Individual Site (max 10 people): $20 |
| Stay limit | 14 nights in a 30 consecutive day period |
| Dark sky | 9.2 miles from Dead Horse Point State Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, and all share a single vault toilet. There is no group site at this facility.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
To reach the campground drive 32 miles south of Moab on Highway 191 to the Canyon Rims Recreation Area turnoff. Follow this road for approximately 15 miles before turning right onto the graveled road towards Anticline Overlook. Continue along the graveled road for about 9 miles, following signs for the campground.
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.3797° N, 109.6139° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
- Please 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 as long as the first day of your reservation stays the same.
- 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 four days.
- Cancellations
- Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use it. This opens highly sought campsites for others to reserve.
- You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center (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 less the 14 days before the arrival/first date of the reservation (a.k.a. cut-off window).
- A $10.00 cancellation fee AND forfeit the first night's fees if cancelled less than 14 days before the arrival date (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation).
- There are no refunds, modifications, cancellations, or other fee changes allowed with Scan & Pay payments.
- 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.
- If customers request an early departure after the facility check-out time, the customer will not receive 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.
- Campgrounds are inconsistently staffed by volunteers and there is no guarantee that your site will be available on the second day.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 9.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads Outdoor Store ↗ | 13.3 mi |
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Hatch Point Utah Camping
Worth a stop
Hatch Point Campground is on the way to the stunning Anticline Overlook, with views of Hurrah Pass, Kane Creek, and the Colorado River. Other viewpoints include Minor Overlook, and Needles Overlook to the south, overlooking Lockhart Basin and the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park.
- 2.2 miTrough Springs Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 8.3 miChicken Corners Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.3 mi
- 12.4 miCanyonlands Backcountry Office ↗Visitor center
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Recreation
Situated in the middle of the stunning Canyon Rims Recreation Area, Hatch Point Campground has access to miles of 4x4 trails, scenic overlooks, and the Trough Springs Trailhead, where you can hike into the Kane Creek drainage. Most overlooks are accessible by passenger vehicles, Canyonlands Overlook requires 4-wheel drive. Being one of the most remote campgrounds in the Moab Field Office, Hatch Point is a place where you can enjoy solitude and quiet, take in the views, and gaze at the incredible night sky.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hatch Point 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 Hatch Point Campground?
Individual Site (max 10 people): $20
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hatch Point Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:59 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Hatch Point Campground?
You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center (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 Hatch Point Campground have?
10 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hatch Point Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 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 Hatch Point Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hatch Point Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hatch Point Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
How long can I stay at Hatch Point Campground?
14 nights in a 30 consecutive day period
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Hatch Point Campground good for stargazing?
Dead Horse Point State Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park, is 9.2 miles away. Skies that dark carry for miles; a moonless night here should show the Milky Way.
Source: DarkSky International
What is there to do at Hatch Point Campground?
Situated in the middle of the stunning Canyon Rims Recreation Area, Hatch Point Campground has access to miles of 4x4 trails, scenic overlooks, and the Trough Springs Trailhead, where you can hike into the Kane Creek drainage. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hatch Point Campground?
Moab, Utah. Hatch Point Campground is on the way to the stunning Anticline Overlook, with views of Hurrah Pass, Kane Creek, and the Colorado River.
Source: Getting there