Windwhistle Campground
Open for camping. Individual sites are first-come, first-served; the group site is reservable on Recreation.gov. Seasonal water is available but unsuitable for filling large RV tanks.
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
Windwhistle Campground is a quiet, primitive BLM campground located 38 miles southwest of Moab in the Canyon Rims Recreation Area. The 15 individual sites are spread against the smooth sandstone of Roan Bailey Mesa at approximately 6,000 feet elevation, making it noticeably cooler than Moab during summer months. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring, while all sites share a single vault toilet and seasonal water spigot. The campground serves as an excellent base for exploring the spectacular Canyon Rims area, with easy access to the Needles Overlook and proximity to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park and the Indian Creek climbing area. A one-mile nature trail begins at the campground, and the isolated location surrounded by cliffs and canyons offers outstanding stargazing opportunities far from city lights. Individual sites operate on a first-come, first-served basis at $20 per night, payable at the self-service fee station with exact cash or check. A separate group site is available for reservation through Recreation.gov. Stays are limited to 14 nights within any 30-day period.
Directions
Drive 32 miles south of Moab on Highway 191 to the Canyon Rims Recreation Area turn-off, then drive 6 miles west on the paved road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| 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_mb_mail@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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