BLM · Moab, UT

Hunter Canyon Group Site

The Hunter Canyon Group Site is ideal for visitors looking to explore the Hunter Canyon trail and access popular rock-climbing routes in the area. Access to the Hunter Canyon Campground is down a tight, steep switchback on a gravel/dirt road. It is off of the Kane Creek Road, which can be busy with OHV traffic and associated noise. Within close proximity to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and other open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, and four-wheeling on designated roads with beautiful scenery. The town of Moab is approximately 20 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.

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Group campsite, picnic tables, fire pit, and grill with sun setting behind cliffs in backgroundOverview of group campsite with cliffs in background.Group campsite with picnic tables, fire pit, and grill, cliffs in background.Group campsite picnic tables, fire pit, and grill
Photos courtesy of Moab BLM · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Group sites1
This site is booked as a single unit on Recreation.gov. The booking page shows which dates are open and how far ahead they release. How the booking window works

Site guide

1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteSurfacePeople / vehiclesFires
Hunter Canyon Group SiteGravel15 / 15Yes

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

Max vehicle length15 ft
EquipmentTents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesGroup Site (max 20 people): $100.00
Dark sky8.2 miles from Dead Horse Point State Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park

The group site has a fire ring with a grate, picnic tables and a vault toilet. There is no water, dump station or electric hook-up. This area is often utilized by groups with motorcycles and ATVs. Access to the Hunter Canyon Campground is down a tight, steep switchback on a gravel/dirt road.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Hunter Canyon Group Site30°40°50°60°70°80°90°January: 0.65 inches of precipitation, 1.7 inches of snowFebruary: 0.66 inches of precipitation, 1.4 inches of snowMarch: 0.70 inches of precipitation, 0.2 inches of snowApril: 0.77 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowMay: 0.82 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJune: 0.35 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowJuly: 0.92 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowAugust: 0.88 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowSeptember: 0.89 inches of precipitation, 0.0 inches of snowOctober: 1.03 inches of precipitation, 0.1 inches of snowNovember: 0.70 inches of precipitation, 1.0 inches of snowDecember: 0.76 inches of precipitation, 4.9 inches of snowJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 32.4°F averageFebruary: 39.6°F averageMarch: 50.1°F averageApril: 57.4°F averageMay: 66.7°F averageJune: 76.4°F averageJuly: 82.7°F averageAugust: 80.0°F averageSeptember: 71.2°F averageOctober: 57.6°F averageNovember: 43.7°F averageDecember: 33.0°F average0 in1 in2 in3 in4 in5 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Moab, 5 miles from the campground at 4,053 feet, station USC00425733 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 9 inches a year. The dotted line is average snowfall, about 9 inches a year on the same inches scale.

Getting there

From Moab, drive 8 miles on the Kane Creek Road. The group site is on the right hand side of the road.

Nearest townMoab, Utah
Coordinates38.5100° N, 109.5971° W · Directions ↗

Good to know

  • It is not recommended for vehicles over 22' or vehicles pulling long trailers.

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 dates as long as the changes include dates from the original reservation.
  • 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-after 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).
  • Late cancellations will incur a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use 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, 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 recreation fee.
  • Refunds

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗4.4 mi
Outdoor gearGearheads Outdoor Store ↗4.6 mi

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Explore

Worth a stop

Kane Creek, Hurrah Pass, Hunter Canyon, Amasa Back and Moonflower Canyon are just some of the many canyons in the area that are great to explore.

On the National Register nearby

On Register Atlas →

Natural features

Situated off the Kane Creek Road, the dirt roads in this area are well known for their challenging routes and incredible views. Some of these roads include access to viewpoints overlooking the Colorado River and Hurrah Pass. The scenic Hunter Canyon and the Hunter Canyon Trail are next to the campsite.

Recreation

The Hunter Canyon Trail is next to the campsite. This is an easy out and back trail that follows a small spring-fed creek for two miles, one way, among lush vegetation below massive sandstone walls. There are also numerous rock-climbing, mountain bike, four-wheel drive, ATV and dirt bikes/motorcycle routes in the area. Hunter Canyon is best for spring and fall use as hot summer temperatures and lack of shade in the area are challenging.

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

Sites at Hunter Canyon Group Site are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

How much does it cost to camp at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

Group Site (max 20 people): $100.00

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

Check-in 12:01 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

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 Hunter Canyon Group Site have?

1 site, including 1 group site.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

The longest site here provides 15 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 there showers or a dump station at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

There is no water, dump station or electric hook-up.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

Yes, pets are allowed at Hunter Canyon Group Site. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Hunter Canyon Group Site?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is Hunter Canyon Group Site good for stargazing?

Dead Horse Point State Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park, is 8.2 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 Hunter Canyon Group Site?

The Hunter Canyon Trail is next to the campsite. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Hunter Canyon Group Site?

Moab, Utah. Kane Creek, Hurrah Pass, Hunter Canyon, Amasa Back and Moonflower Canyon are just some of the many canyons in the area that are great to explore.

Source: Getting there