Oowah Campground
Seasonal campground that opens when snow clears, typically late May to early June, and closes when winter snow arrives, usually by early December. Exact opening depends on annual snowpack conditions at 8,800 ft elevation. No reservations required.
Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 2 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 207 Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 291 Northern San Juan Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 491 Southeast Utah. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...6 to 11 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
Red Flag Warning issued July 1 at 12:34PM MDT until July 1 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels, which is in effect from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...In Colorado, Fire Weather Zone 207 Southwest Colorado Lower Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 290 Paradox Valley Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 291 Northern San Juan Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 292 North Fork Forecast Area, Fire Weather Zone 293 Gunnison Basin Forecast Area and Fire Weather Zone 294 Southwest Colorado Upper West Forecast Area. In Utah, Fire Weather Zone 491 Southeast Utah. * TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 8 PM MDT this evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from noon to 8 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...6 to 11 percent. * IMPACTS...Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with any outdoor burning.
About
Oowah Lake Campground offers a primitive high-elevation camping experience at 8,800 feet in the La Sal Mountains near Moab, Utah. The campground features 11 tent-only sites arranged around scenic Oowah Lake, a small mountain lake popular with anglers. The first-come, first-served sites provide a quiet escape from the desert heat below, with temperatures significantly cooler than Moab. The campground serves as a basecamp for exploring the La Sal high country. Trail access includes paths to Clarks Lake, Boren Mesa, Moonlight Meadows, and Warner Lake, with options for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. A separate day-use area with three large picnic tables accommodates visitors not staying overnight. Campers should come prepared for primitive conditions. No potable water is available, so bring adequate supplies. Vault toilets are provided. The 2.5-mile access road from the La Sal Loop Road is winding gravel, suitable for passenger vehicles but requiring slow, careful driving.
Directions
From Moab, go south on US 191 about 7 miles to the Ken's Lake/La Sal Mountain Loop Road turnoff and turn left. Turn right at the T-intersection and continue on La Sal Loop Road for approximately 10 miles. Turn right at the Oowah Campground sign onto Forest Road 076. Drive slowly on the winding gravel road about 2.5 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-7155 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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