Ken's Lake Group Sites
The Ken's Lake Group Sites are ideal for those wishing to be close to Moab, but away from the local highways. The lake offers swimming, paddle-boarding, limited boating (electric motors only), and fishing. Hiking, equestrian, and 4WD trails are accessible from the campground. The group campsite A has corrals. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and four-wheel drive tours in the surrounding area. The town of Moab is approximately 15-20 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.
This is the group site. Looking for the main campground? Ken's Lake Campground, 48 sites, is next door.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
| group equestrian | 1 |
Site guide
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Group Equestrian | Pull-through | 40 | Gravel | 40 / 15 | Yes | Basic |
| B | Group | Pull-through | 20 | Gravel | 25 / 10 | Yes | Basic |
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 | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Group Site A (max 40 people): $125. Group Site B (max 25 people): $125 |
The group sites have fire grates, picnic tables, shade shelter and vault toilets. Group Site A has a horse corral. The group sites do not have water, dump stations or electric hook-ups. Site A is on the right as you enter the first loop and Site B is near the end on the left in the second loop.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Moab, drive south on Highway 191 until you see signs for Ken's Lake, approximately 8 miles. Turn left off the highway and follow signs to the lake. The campground is just beyond the turn to the lake. Group Site A is in the first campground loop and B is on the second loop.
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.4769° N, 109.4224° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- The Ken's Lake group campsites are available by reservation only through Recreation.gov.
Charges and cancellations
- You may 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 another group site within the Ken's Lake area.
- 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 the (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 station | Dump station ↗ | 8.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads Outdoor Store ↗ | 9.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National Monuments are nearby. Also in the area are the Manti-La Sal National Forest and the La Sal Mountain Loop Road, which provide interesting exploration opportunities and cooler temperatures during the summer months.
- 3.8 miKane Creek Canyon Rim Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 3.9 miCoyote Canyon Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 6.4 mi
- 6.4 miCanyonlands Backcountry Office ↗Visitor center
- 11.5 miMoab Day Use Sites ↗Day use
- 13.5 miTake Out Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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- 14.5 miSandy Beach River Access ↗Swimming
Trails nearby
- 4 miDory Canyon ↗6.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
- 4.8 miBrumley Ridge2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, ATV and 1 more
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
- Orlando W. Warner HouseBuilding · Moab · 8.4 mi
- Pinhook BattlegroundSite · Moab · 8.9 mi
- John Henry Shafer HouseBuilding · Moab · 9 mi
Natural features
Situated near Ken's Lake, these group sites offer beautiful views of the Moab Valley and access to nearby swimming, boating and hiking opportunities. From the group sites, it is a short hike over to the lake or up to a man-made waterfall. Hiking trails from the campground and nearby four-wheel drive roads allow visitors to explore the beautiful red rock canyons.
Recreation
The town of Moab is a hub for recreation. Tour operators offer guided hikes, rentals and evening entertainment. The area abounds with trails, dirt roads and canyons waiting to be explored.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
Sites at Ken's Lake 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 Ken's Lake Group Sites?
Group Site A (max 40 people): $125. Group Site B (max 25 people): $125
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:59 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center the (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 Ken's Lake Group Sites have?
2 sites, including 1 group site and 1 group equestrian.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
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 there showers or a dump station at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
The group sites do not have water, dump stations or electric hook-ups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ken's Lake Group Sites. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Ken's Lake Group Sites?
The town of Moab is a hub for recreation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Ken's Lake Group Sites?
Moab, Utah. Arches and Canyonlands National Parks and Hovenweep and Natural Bridges National Monuments are nearby.
Source: Getting there

