Windwhistle Group Site
The campground is open and reservable through Recreation.gov. Water is typically available seasonally from May through September. Campers are limited to 14 nights in a 30 consecutive day period.
Flood Watch issued August 30 at 7:37PM MDT until September 1 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Colorado, including the following areas, Central Colorado River Basin, Central Gunnison and Uncompahgre River Basin, Central Yampa River Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, Flat Tops, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, Gore and Elk Mountains/Central Mountain Valleys, Grand Valley, Grand and Battlement Mesas, Northwest San Juan Mountains, Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River, Roan and Tavaputs Plateaus, Southwest San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau and Dallas Divide, Upper Gunnison River Valley and West Elk and Sawatch Mountains and Utah, including the following areas, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains, Southeast Utah and Tavaputs Plateau. * WHEN...Through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Recent burn scars will also be especially susceptible and these include the Lee and Elk RX, Gold Mountain and Elk, Ferris, and Babylon burn scars to name a few. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Monsoonal moisture will remain across the area through Monday evening and will support thunderstorms and showers with heavy rainfall across the watch area. Several rounds of heavier rain are expected increasing the chance for flash flooding especially in our more susceptible areas. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Windwhistle Group Site is a secluded walk-in group campsite tucked against the smooth sandstone of Roan Bailey Mesa in the Canyon Rims Recreation Area. Managed by the BLM Moab Field Office, this isolated site is surrounded by cliffs and canyons with excellent access to viewpoints, vistas, and backcountry exploration. The campground accommodates up to 25 people and features a fire ring with grate, picnic tables, and a nearby vault toilet. Situated on the road to the Needles Overlook and Hatch Point, the area offers outstanding hiking, mountain biking, and off-highway vehicle opportunities. The Needles District of Canyonlands National Park and Indian Creek climbing area are nearby, while Wilson Arch, Ken's Lake, and the La Sal Mountain Loop Road lie between the campground and Moab. Parking is limited and not appropriate for large vehicles, RVs, motorhomes, or trailers. Campers must walk in to the site. Water is typically available seasonally from May through September. There is no shade shelter, dump station, or electric hookups. A one-mile nature trail starts in the adjacent main campground, and the dark skies make for excellent stargazing.
Directions
From Moab, drive 32 miles south on US-191 to the junction with the Needles Overlook road. Turn right and travel 6 miles on this road. The campground is on the left side of the road.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| moabgroupsite@blm.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-2100 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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