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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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
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| Site | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Canyon Group Site | Gravel | 15 / 15 | 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 12:01 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Max vehicle length | 15 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Group Site (max 20 people): $100.00 |
| Dark sky | 8.2 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.
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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 town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.5100° 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 station | Dump station ↗ | 4.4 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads 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.
- under 0.1 miHunter Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 0.9 miChicken Corners Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 5.1 mi
- 5.1 miCanyonlands Backcountry Office ↗Visitor center
- 6.9 miMoab Day Use Sites ↗Day use
- 11.8 miTake Out Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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- 13.5 miSandy Beach River Access ↗Swimming
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- John Henry Shafer HouseBuilding · Moab · 4.8 mi
- Orlando W. Warner HouseBuilding · Moab · 5 mi
- Apache MotelBuilding · Moab · 5.1 mi
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

