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Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites in Utah
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Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites

Sand Flats Recreation Area, Utah

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As of October 2026, Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites is a campground in Utah with 6 campsites. Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites is located at 38.5677ยฐ N, 109.5271ยฐ W.
people allowed on each site
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Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Group bookings open: 6 Months
  • Book up to: 6 Months

Published by Recreation.gov for Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites

  • Group 6

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft4 sites
  • 30 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain ยท Access: 4WD required.

Things to do: hiking, biking, photography, stargazing, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RV
Group Site Datura ADatura CampgroundGroup1625 ft
Group Site Datura BDatura CampgroundGroup1625 ft
Group Site Datura CDatura CampgroundGroup16-
Group Site Datura DDatura CampgroundGroup1625 ft
Group Site E-1Echo CampgroundGroup1630 ft
Group Site E-10Echo CampgroundGroup1625 ft

About Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites

Overview

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.

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.

Facilities

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.

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.

Nearby Attractions

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.

Charges & Cancellations

If you do not arrive at the group campsite facility by check out time on the day after your scheduled arrival date, which is 11 am, you are considered a no show and your site will be made available to others.

Rules and notices at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Campers will need to bring drinking water.

Gusty winds are possible so always secure your tent and camping gear.

Ravens, chipmunks and other wildlife frequent the sites; never leave food out.

If you are planning on camping mid-May to mid-September, day time temperatures can range from the mid-90s to 105 degrees Fahrenheit or more. Night time temperatures are pleasant.

Campsites have shade structures but limited shade from trees.

Annual, Senior and Access passes do not apply to group site fees.

There are no showers, electricity, dump stations or drinking water at these sites, but they are available in the town of Moab.

Generator hours are from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am.

Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?

Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 6 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites?

Cancellations happen frequently at Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites have?

Sand Flats Recreation Area Group Campsites has 6 campsites.

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