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Willow Springs Designated Camping
UtahRaptor State Park
Write a Review Willow Springs Trail Moab, UT 84532 801-538-7220 Official WebsiteGPS: 38.6968, -109.6981
Overview of Willow Springs Designated Camping
As of May 15, 2022 there is a $15 fee for use of this area. First-come, first-served. The Willow Springs area is the location of the new UtahRaptor State Park. This area is undergoing changes and construction of the new park may begin in the coming months. Primitive camping will continue to be available during planning and construction. Updates are available on the UtahRaptor website. Please respect all signed area closures and camp only at existing fire rings.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads.
Learn more: Boondocking 101
Last Price Paid: $15
Reported by camper-626379 on 7/16/2023
Longest RV Reported: 43 feet (Toy Hauler Fifth Wheel)
Reported by J Stark on 10/12/2021
Pad Type dirt
Elevation 4,429 ft / 1,349 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Willow Springs Designated Camping
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 801-538-7220
swan-bull asked on 4/10/2023
Can anyone confirm the 2 night maximum someone else posted about?
JoJo In Idaho asked on 5/8/2022
Are the Willow Springs Campsites still open or has construction started on the new UtahRaptor State Park? Thanks!
Wyopooh asked on 3/26/2022
Has anyone been here recently? Is it still open to boondocking or has construction started on the new State Park? We ...
Mikem asked on 10/10/2021
Does anyone now when Willow Springs is scheduled to close to dispersed camping? I know it's supposed to go away sinc...
MJ asked on 8/25/2021
How busy does the Willow Springs Trail dispersed campsites get in mid-September? Do you think there will be spots av...
Chuck asked on 6/7/2021
Hello from Ohio, my wife and I are going to be in this area July 9th & 10th - do you think there will be plenty of pl...
dmuns asked on 4/21/2021
Can a small front wheel drive vehicle safely make it to a viable camping spot in this area?
Thenextexit asked on 3/8/2021
How busy is the camping at Willow Springs Trail in March?
Dancing Duo asked on 3/10/2020
From here could we ride our e-bikes to either Moab or Arches (preferably on trails away from cars :D).
Reviews of Willow Springs Designated Camping 124 people have reviewed this location.
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“Surrounded by beautiful scenery!”
Reviewed 5/17/2020
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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We got here around 6:00PM and there was already a lot of people camped out for the night (but plenty of space all around). There were a few vehicles coming in and out through the night but never too loud. Phone still had reception but we barely got anything to stream. Other than that, it was a great spot to camp and relax for the night.
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VanTeam would stay here again
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“Peaceful, Close to Arches”
Reviewed 2/3/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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We travelled here in February to see Arches and this was the perfect free spot for us. We were the only ones here with the occasional car driving down the dirt road. Very quiet and nice stargazing. The road is a little bumpy on the way in, but our Honda Civic could handle it just fine. There were well used fire rings and plenty of flat... more
We travelled here in February to see Arches and this was the perfect free spot for us. We were the only ones here with the occasional car driving down the dirt road. Very quiet and nice stargazing. The road is a little bumpy on the way in, but our Honda Civic could handle it just fine. There were well used fire rings and plenty of flat land. We slept well here and had no problems with leaving our site unattended for a majority of the day to hike the Devil’s Garden in Arches. Would stay here again.
Parker C. would stay here again
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“Great”
Reviewed 11/19/2019
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Big, clean sites, great location, and fantastic stargazing. The only trouble was it was so populated, we had trouble finding spaces, and we stayed in October.
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Lindsey would stay here again
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“Great Location, Clean Campsite, Really Packed”
Reviewed 11/10/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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While Willow Springs Trail was my least favorite of the three free Moab BLM camping sites, it’s by far the closest and one of the biggest. But the sheer volume of free land available to camp on at Willow Springs is almost entirely covered by people. Willow Springs was soooo crowded that I had to pull my car up to the very edge of a ... more
While Willow Springs Trail was my least favorite of the three free Moab BLM camping sites, it’s by far the closest and one of the biggest. But the sheer volume of free land available to camp on at Willow Springs is almost entirely covered by people.
Willow Springs was soooo crowded that I had to pull my car up to the very edge of a bigger dispersed area and nearly block in a small campervan. Don’t worry, I wouldn’t block anyone in! But I felt like I almost did.
The free Moab camping site is just 15 minutes outside of downtown Moab and just 10 minutes from Arches National Park Visitor Center. So, as you can see, it’s a prime location for a free campsite.
The three upsides I took away from Willow Springs are that there are porta-potties, pretty good cell signal and friendly people who will invite you over to their campsites and around their blazing fires!
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RambleAroundTheWorld would stay here again
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“Great sunsets!”
Reviewed 11/10/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
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This campground outside of Arches National Park was decent. Access was easy with our van, straddling the ruts wasn't too bad. This is a well used campground, there are at least two porta-potties available (possibly more further in) We did not have trouble getting a spot arriving in the late afternoon. The night sky was beautiful. Stay... more
This campground outside of Arches National Park was decent. Access was easy with our van, straddling the ruts wasn't too bad. This is a well used campground, there are at least two porta-potties available (possibly more further in) We did not have trouble getting a spot arriving in the late afternoon. The night sky was beautiful. Stayed 09/08/10-09/10/2019
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Wandering Toes would stay here again
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“Beautiful and free”
Reviewed 10/28/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | 1.3 miles from 191 |
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Good Verizon 4g speed, especially during week when not too many campers were there. Nice to have high clearance so can get to more remote sites. Free! Beautiful! Not too far from Moab.
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absa would stay here again
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“Loved it!”
Reviewed 10/18/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Fifth Wheel) |
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We stayed here 4 nights at the end of September, 2019. The road in is rough but we were able to find a nice spot about 1 mile in from the highway. There were quite a few campers but still plenty of room. We explored Arches, Canyonlands, and Dead Horse Point State Park from this location.
Adele would stay here again
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“Lots of sites, busy, best free near Moab”
Reviewed 10/18/2019
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Biggest BLM site we’ve been to & about 90% full when we pulled in late Thursday afternoon mid-October. Moab & surrounding areas are booming! Easy access, clean toilets (no toilet paper though!), beautiful open skies & green cliffs.
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k.olearycole would stay here again
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“So nice we stayed here twice”
Reviewed 10/13/2019
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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Perfect spot to explore Arches and Canyonlands. Close proximity to town, and plenty of spaces here available to camp. The first night we arrived around 11pm and find a spot further down after a few minutes of driving. Spent the next day exploring Arches which was only a few minutes drive away. For anyone looking for a great breakfast s... more
Perfect spot to explore Arches and Canyonlands. Close proximity to town, and plenty of spaces here available to camp. The first night we arrived around 11pm and find a spot further down after a few minutes of driving. Spent the next day exploring Arches which was only a few minutes drive away. For anyone looking for a great breakfast spot close by, head in to Moab to Eklectic Cafe. Their juevos rancheros are fantastic. We were originally planning to find somewhere near the entrance to Canyonlands to camp, but this place was so perfect we went back a second night. Respectful neighbors, gorgeous morning views, plenty of space and fire rings to enjoy.
They also have portapotties here that are absolutely immaculate. We will definitely come back, and highly recommend this spot.
Be careful on the side roads when you pull off - there was a car we saw dug in to the sand that can be soft.
asiadavidson would stay here again
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“Plenty of space for everyone”
Reviewed 10/1/2019
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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Huge area with many spots to choose from. Careful, some spots are very sandy and require a 4-wheel drive. Some areas of the road are very bumpy, but most vehicles can make it at a slow speed. There are a few porta-potties scattered here and there. Big bonus and a surprise. Bring your own tp. Conveniently close to Arches NP (~10m... more
Huge area with many spots to choose from. Careful, some spots are very sandy and require a 4-wheel drive. Some areas of the road are very bumpy, but most vehicles can make it at a slow speed.
There are a few porta-potties scattered here and there. Big bonus and a surprise. Bring your own tp.
Conveniently close to Arches NP (~10mi).
Expect company.
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Hypsy-Gypsy would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
- Dispersed Camping
Recreation
- recreation trail
Site Amenities
- fire ring
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
Pets
- pets
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