Windwhistle Campground
Located 38 miles southwest of Moab, the campground is nestled against the smooth sandstone of Roan Bailey Mesa. At approximately 6,000 feet in elevation, it is somewhat cooler than Moab in the summer. A one-mile nature trail starts in the campground. Nighttime brings excellent star gazing opportunities. This quiet campground is perfect for exploring the spectacular Canyon Rims Recreation Area. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The group site takes reservations. Single sites are first-come, first-served.
The group site has its own page: Windwhistle Group Site.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 15 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
15 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windwhistle Campground 1 | Pull-through | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 2 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 3 | Back-in | 22 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 4 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 5 | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 6 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 7 | Back-in | 22 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 8 | Back-in | 22 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle Campground 9 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | No / No | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| Windwhistle 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.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 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 |
The campground has 15 individual campsites and a reservable group site that utilized parking near site 11 and is accessed by a short, sandy hike. All sites share a single vault toilet and spigot with seasonal water. Please do not use this water to fill large RV tanks. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Moab, drive 32 miles south on 191 to the junction with the Needles Overlook road. Turn right and travel 6 miles on this road. The campground is on the left hand side of the road.
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.1763° N, 109.4620° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- One group site, Windwhistle Group Site, is available for reservation through Recreation.gov while the individual sites are first-come, first-served.
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 ↗ | 26 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads Outdoor Store ↗ | 27.4 mi |
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Windwhistle Campground, Moab, Utah
Worth a stop
Windwhistle is on the road to the Needles Overlook and Hatch Point. It is close to the Needles District of Canyonlands and the Indian Creek climbing area. Wilson Arch, Ken's Lake and the La Sal Mountain Loop road are all between Windwhistle and Moab.
- 5.7 miHook And Ladder Ohv Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Public land it sits in
Manti-La Sal National Forest begins about 4.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 4.1 miManti-La Sal National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,414,386 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Indian Creek State ParkSite · Monticello · 13.3 mi
Natural features
Windwhistle is a wonderful hideaway tucked in the beautiful red rock. This isolated campground is surrounded by cliffs and canyons with great access to viewpoints, vistas and backcountry exploration.
Recreation
Situated on the road to the Needles Overlook, this area abounds in hiking, off-highway vehicle and mountain biking options. You are close to the Needles District of Canyonlands where there are numerous hiking and 4WD trails.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Windwhistle Campground?
For some sites. The group site takes reservations. Single sites are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Windwhistle Campground?
Individual Site (max 10 people): $20
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Windwhistle Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:59 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Windwhistle 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 Windwhistle Campground have?
15 sites, including 15 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Windwhistle Campground?
The longest site here provides 40 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 Windwhistle Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Windwhistle Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Windwhistle Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
How long can I stay at Windwhistle Campground?
14 nights in a 30 consecutive day period
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Windwhistle Campground?
Situated on the road to the Needles Overlook, this area abounds in hiking, off-highway vehicle and mountain biking options. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Windwhistle Campground?
Moab, Utah. Windwhistle is on the road to the Needles Overlook and Hatch Point.
Source: Getting there
What if Windwhistle Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Windwhistle Group Site (0.1 mi), Superbowl Group Site (8.9 mi), and Superbowl Campground (8.9 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby