BLM · Moonflower Canyon · Moab, UT

The Ledge Group Sites

The Ledge Group Campsites are ideal for visitors looking to explore vehicle backcountry routes in the area. Access to the Ledge Campground is down a tight, steep switchback and over several creek crossings on a gravel/dirt road. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and four-wheeling on designated roads with beautiful scenery. The town of Moab is approximately 25 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.

This is the group site. Looking for the main campground? The Ledge Campground is next door.

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Photos courtesy of Moab BLM · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Group sites3
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

3 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteFits, ftSurfacePeople / vehiclesFiresRating
The Ledge Group Site25Gravel40 / 20YesBasic
The Ledge B Group Site25Gravel30 / 6YesBasic
The Ledge E Group Site25Gravel30 / 20YesBasic

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

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length22 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
FeesLedge B Group Site (max 30 people): $100.00 (does not have a shade shelter, better suited for tent camping). The Ledge Group Site (max 40 people): $125.00. Ledge E Group Site (max 30 people): $125.00
Dark sky7.5 miles from Dead Horse Point State Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park

The group sites have a fire ring with a grate, picnic tables and vault toilets. The group sites do not have water, dump station or electric hook-ups. This area is often utilized by groups with motorcycles and ATVs. There is access to 4WD routes directly from the campground. Access to the Ledge Campground is down a tight, steep switchback and over several creek crossings on a gravel/dirt road. Caution: The Ledge E Group Site is accessed by crossing the Kane Creek drainage, which periodically floods during storms.

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

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near The Ledge Group Sites30°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, 7 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 10 miles on the Kane Creek Road. The group site is on the left hand side of the road.

Nearest townMoab, Utah
Coordinates38.4811° N, 109.6022° 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.
  • There is a $10 change fee if you wish to change to the other group campsite E2.
  • 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.

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗6.2 mi
Outdoor gearGearheads Outdoor Store ↗6.5 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 that surround the Ledge and are great areas 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.

Recreation

The Ledge area is known for its access to four-wheel drive, ATV and dirt bikes/motorcycle routes. Hurrah Pass and other OHV routes are nearby. The Ledge 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 The Ledge Group Sites?

Sites at The Ledge Group Sites 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 The Ledge Group Sites?

Ledge B Group Site (max 30 people): $100.00 (does not have a shade shelter, better suited for tent camping). The Ledge Group Site (max 40 people): $125.00. Ledge E Group Site (max 30 people): $125.00

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at The Ledge Group Sites?

Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:59 AM.

Source: Recreation.gov

What does it cost to cancel a reservation at The Ledge Group Sites?

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 The Ledge Group Sites have?

3 sites, including 3 group sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at The Ledge Group Sites?

The longest site here provides 22 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 The Ledge Group Sites?

The group sites do not have water, dump station or electric hook-ups.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at The Ledge Group Sites?

Yes, pets are allowed at The Ledge Group Sites. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at The Ledge Group Sites?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is The Ledge Group Sites good for stargazing?

Dead Horse Point State Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park, is 7.5 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 The Ledge Group Sites?

The Ledge area is known for its access to four-wheel drive, ATV and dirt bikes/motorcycle routes. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to The Ledge Group Sites?

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

Source: Getting there