Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites
Along with easy access to biking and off-highway vehicle trails, Sand Flats' campgrounds offer spectacular vistas of sandstone domes, canyons, and mesas in addition to the ever-changing La Sal Mountains as a dramatic back-drop. Visitors are awed by beautiful sunsets, the magic of howling coyotes and a night sky of seemingly unlimited stars.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 30 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
6 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group Site Datura A | Datura Campground | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 16 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| Group Site Datura B | Datura Campground | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | 16 / 3 | Yes | Standard | |
| Group Site Datura C | Datura Campground | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 16 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| Group Site Datura D | Datura Campground | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 16 / 3 | Yes | Standard |
| Group Site E-1 | Echo Campground | Back-in | 30 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 16 / 3 | Yes | Standard |
| Group Site E-10 | Echo Campground | 25 | Gravel | Partial | No / – | 16 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
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 | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The group campsites are located in the Datura and Echo campgrounds. All group sites accommodate up to 16 people. Both Datura A, B, and D and E-1 group sites have space for six passenger cars, or two to three RVs, or two to three trucks with camp trailers. The Datura C and E-10 group sites' parking areas are smaller and can only accomodate 4 passenger cars, or 1 RV and one truck with camp trailer. Facilities include shade structures, picnic tables and fire rings. There are nearby vault toilet facilities. Campers will need to bring drinking water. If you want to have a campfire, bring or purchase firewood in town. Wood collecting is prohibited.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Directions from Your Location: The Entrance Station for the Sand Flats Recreation Area is located around 3000 Sand Flats Rd. We say "around" because there is no actual mailing address for the Entrance Station. Don't worry though, we have detailed directions.
| Nearest town | Moab, Utah |
| Coordinates | 38.5677° N, 109.5271° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Gearheads Outdoor Store ↗ | 1.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
The sites are located only five miles from downtown Moab, providing convenient access to many bike and off-highway vehicle trails, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Dead Horse Point State Park, the Colorado River and the La Sal Mountains.
- 0.6 miHell's Revenge Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 1.7 miFins And Things Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 2.2 miCanyonlands Backcountry Office ↗Visitor center
- 2.2 mi
- 3.1 miMoab Day Use Sites ↗Day use
- 6.7 miTake Out Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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- 8.3 miSandy Beach River Access ↗Swimming
- 10.8 miRocky Rapid Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
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Natural features
The campground is set among slickrock domes and fins. The sites offer sweeping views of sandstone domes, canyons and mesas against the backdrop of the 13,000 ft. La Sal Mountains. Pinyon and juniper trees offer limited shade.
Recreation
The Sand Flats Recreation Area is home to the Slickrock Bike Trail, a world renowned mountain biking destination. The area is also a premier destination for 4x4 and backcountry motorcycle enthusiasts. There is nearly 40 miles of off-highway vehicle trails to explore within the recreation area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
Sites at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites have?
6 sites, including 6 group sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
The longest site here provides 30 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 Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
Yes, pets are allowed at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, 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 Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
The Sand Flats Recreation Area is home to the Slickrock Bike Trail, a world renowned mountain biking destination. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?
Moab, Utah. The sites are located only five miles from downtown Moab, providing convenient access to many bike and off-highway vehicle trails, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Dead Horse Point State Park, the Colorado River and the La Sal Mountains.
Source: Getting there
What if Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Grandstaff Campground (3 mi, first-come), King's Bottom Campground (3.2 mi, first-come), and Goose Island Campground (3.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby