Ken's Lake Recreation Site

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Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

State Trust Lands Spanish Valley Block (State Trust Lands) · Open Access

5,098 ft
Elevation

Ken's Lake Recreation Site is located 10 miles south of Moab. The campground accommodates even the largest motorhomes. Hiking and horseback trails originate at the campground. Fishing in the reservoir is a popular activity. Boating on the reservoir is limited to non-motorized craft. The views from the campground feature the La Sal Mountains and the redrock fins surrounding Moab. There are over 3 miles of trails in the lake vicinity.

Area Attractions: Short family friendly hikes with views of the Moab Valley, Faux Falls and Ken's Lake.

Campgrounds have picnic tables, vault toilets, grills, graveled roads, and trash receptacles. There is no drinking water at the campground.

Campsites are available on a first-come, first served basis.

Getting there

From Moab, drive south on Hwy 191 until you see signs for Kens Lake, approximately 8 miles. Turn left off the highway and follow signs to the lake. The campground is just beyond the turn to the lake.

38.47510, -109.42682 · 38°28'30.4"N 109°25'36.5"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in0.60.60.80.80.90.50.91.11.11.10.70.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Ken's Lake Recreation Site

Can you reserve a site at Ken's Lake Recreation Site?
No. Ken's Lake Recreation Site is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Ken's Lake Recreation Site

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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