Goose Island Campground
Open year-round. Individual sites are first-come, first-served only. The campground typically fills by mid-morning from March through October. Two group sites are reservable via Recreation.gov. Generator hours 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; quiet hours 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 10:38AM MDT until October 12 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Colorado, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River and Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River. In Utah, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, and Southeast Utah. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to midnight MDT Sunday Night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition to strong surface winds expected, stronger thunderstorm potential could result in locally higher wind gusts at times.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
About
Goose Island Campground occupies a scenic stretch of the Colorado River corridor along Highway 128, just 1.4 miles from its junction with Highway 191 near Moab. The 20 individual campsites spread beneath cottonwood trees that provide shade against the desert sun, with views across the river to the massive red rock cliffs of Arches National Park. Sites accommodate tents, RVs, and trailers on a first-come, first-served basis. The campground operates year-round but sees heavy use from March through October, typically filling by mid-morning during peak season. Amenities include vault toilets, fire grates, and picnic tables at each site, though campers must bring their own water as none is available. Two group sites (capacity 25 and 40 people) can be reserved through Recreation.gov. From the campground, a paved bicycle trail connects to Arches National Park, the Bar M Mountain Bike Trailhead, and downtown Moab. The Colorado River offers fishing opportunities, though swimmers should exercise extreme caution due to dangerous undercurrents. Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park are within 30 minutes.
Directions
Goose Island is located 1.4 miles east from the junction of Highway 128 and Highway 191. The campground will be on the left.
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Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| blm_ut_moab@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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