William's Bottom Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. $20 per night, cash or check only, paid at the campground. Sites limited to 10 people and 2 vehicles each. 14-night stay limit per 30 days.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 9:57PM 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
William's Bottom Campground is a 17-site BLM facility nestled along the Colorado River Canyon on Utah Highway 279 (Potash Road), approximately 5.5 miles west of Highway 191. The campground offers shaded sites suitable for tents and small trailers, with vault toilets but no potable water or hookups. Campers should bring all drinking water and supplies. The location is ideal for climbers and off-road enthusiasts, positioned between the renowned Wall Street climbing area and the Poison Spider Mesa 4WD trailhead. The dramatic canyon scenery along the Colorado River makes this a scenic base camp for exploring the Moab area. Sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis with a 14-night stay limit within any 30 consecutive days.
Directions
From downtown Moab at Center and Main, head north on Highway 191 to Highway 279, located just south of the Arches National Park entrance. Turn left (west) on Highway 279 and drive 5.5 miles. The campground is on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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