Warner Lake
Warner Lake Campground and Cabin are located high in the La Sal Mountains at an elevation of 9,400 feet, next to beautiful Warner Lake. Visitors enjoy fishing, canoeing, kayaking and exploring many local trails.
The group site takes reservations.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 19 |
| Cabins with electric | 1 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| Host/management | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
21 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CABIN | CABIN | Cabin | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / 4 | Yes | No | |
| 1 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 2 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 3 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 4 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 5 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | |
| 6 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 7 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 8 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| 9 | CAMPING | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | 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 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Warner Lake boasts a campground and a rustic cabin. The campground contains one group site that can accommodate up to 50 people; several single-family sites are also available. Picnic tables, campfire rings and utility tables are provided, as are vault toilets. Roads and parking spurs within the site are gravel. The two-room cabin can sleep four people on two sets of bunk beds with mattresses. Linens and bedding are not provided. The kitchen is equipped with a propane stove/oven, solar powered lighting, table and chairs. and patio furniture. While the cabin has basic kitchenware, guests are encouraged to bring their own cooking supplies including basic staples and water. A picnic table, campfire ring and vault toilet are located outside the cabin. There is a 14 day stay limit at this campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Forest | Manti-La Sal National Forest |
| Booking | This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at www.recreation.gov. |
| Fees | $20/night for single unit, $50/night for the group site. The cabin rents for $50/night. |
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Getting there
Please access the Campground via the River Road or Sand Flats Road (See below.) The paved route is longer but paved up to the Warner Lake CG turn off while the dirt route is shorter but on a rougher dirt road which is…
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.5202° N, 109.2762° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads Outdoor Store ↗ | 15.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Centennial RV ↗ | 53.5 mi |
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Manti La Sal National Forest - Warner Lake - Dispersed Camping/Boondocking - Moab Utah Are
Worth a stop
Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are close enough to Warner Lake for a day trip. Both parks contain breathtaking desert scenery, natural sandstone arches and numerous hiking trails. The town of Moab is less than 30 miles away, offering a range of dining and shopping options, galleries, grocery stores, gas stations, rafting outfitters and Jeep rentals. The drive to Moab, although 30 miles, takes about an hour to reach due to the mountainous, windy, gravel roads.
- 8.7 miPorcupine Rim Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 10.8 miKane Creek Canyon Rim Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 12.7 mi
- 12.7 miCanyonlands Backcountry Office ↗Visitor center
- 14.2 miRocky Rapid Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miWarner Campground ↗0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.1 miMiners Basin (sz)3 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 0.2 miBurro Pass4.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miSchuman/ Shafer Creek1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.3 miWarner to Oowah (sz)1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miBurro Bypass1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 1 miOowah Trailhead ↗Manti-La Sal National Forest
- 1.6 miMiner's Basin Trailhead ↗Manti-La Sal National Forest
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
- Pinhook BattlegroundSite · Moab · 4.4 mi
- Orlando W. Warner HouseBuilding · Moab · 14.2 mi
- John Henry Shafer HouseBuilding · Moab · 14.8 mi
Natural features
A dense forest of aspens provides partial shade and spectacular autumn color. The lake and precipitous, 11,634' Haystack Mountain are visible from a few campsites and the front porch of the cabin. Short foot trails lead to the shore.
Recreation
The lake offers rainbow trout fishing, canoeing and kayaking. An extensive trail system is located around Warner Lake, encompassing the Trans-Mountain Trail, Miners Basin Trail, Warner Lake-Oowah Lake Trail, Burro Pass Trail and Dry Fork-Beaver Basin Trail. A trailhead is located in the campground, and many others are available in the surrounding area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Warner Lake?
For some sites. The group site takes reservations.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Warner Lake?
$20/night for single unit, $50/night for the group site. The cabin rents for $50/night.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Warner Lake?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Warner Lake have?
31 sites, including 19 standard sites without power, 1 cabin with power, and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Warner Lake?
The longest site here provides 20 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 Warner Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Warner Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Warner Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Warner Lake?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Warner Lake?
The lake offers rainbow trout fishing, canoeing and kayaking. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Warner Lake?
Moab, Utah. Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are close enough to Warner Lake for a day trip.
Source: Getting there
What if Warner Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Oowah Campground (1.2 mi, first-come), Mason Draw Campground (2.1 mi, first-come), and Dewey Bridge Campground (5.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby