Lower Onion Creek Group Sites

Campground · Utah · 4 bookable sites ·

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

Colorado River (Suitable - Recreational) · Open Access

4
Bookable sites
40 ft
Max rig length
up to 30
People per site
4,099 ft
Elevation
Lower Onion Creek Group Site A
Photo: BLM Moab · Recreation.gov

Overview

The Lower Onion Creek Group Sites are located along the banks of the Colorado River. The sites are ideal for small family or group gatherings of 15-30 people (parking is limited and can accomodate only one large RV or truck w/trailer). Lower Onion is also a launch site for river trips. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting and four-wheel drive tours in the surrounding area. The town of Moab is approximately 40 minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums.

Recreation

This location is close to hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel driving opportunities and is a launch site for river running on the Colorado River.

Facilities

Group sites have fire grates, picnic tables, vault toilets and shade shelters. The group sites do not have water, dump stations or electric hook-ups. A boat ramp is in the campground and near the group sites.

Natural Features

The group sites are located along the Colorado River offering spectacular view of the red rock canyons, buttes, mesas and spires against the backdrop of the nearby La Sal Mountains. A dry creek runs along the back of Group Site A (watch for flash-flooding)!

Nearby Attractions

There are many hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel drive trails along Hwy. 128. The Fisher Towers area offers hiking, rock climbing and scenic vistas. Lower Onion Creek is about 40 minutes from Arches National Park and one hour from Canyonlands National Park.

Charges & Cancellations

You may contact the BLM Moab Field Office for assistance with changes and cancellations at 435-259-2100. 

Changes

You can make changes to a reservation through your online Recreation.gov user account any time prior to the arrival/first date of the reservation.

  • There is a $10 change fee If you wish to change to dates entirely outside of the original reservation dates.
  • There is no change fee if you wish to extend or shorten the original reservation dates as long as the changes include dates from the original reservation.  
  • There is no change fee if you wish to change to another group site within the Lower Onion Creek area.
  • You cannot make changes to your reservation after the arrival/first day through your Recreation.gov account. However, the BLM Moab Field Office may be able to assist you, 435-259-2100.   
  • For reservations with dates at the end of the available booking window (a.k.a. sliding window), you will not be able to make changes or cancellations until the site has been available to the general public for four days.   

Cancellations

Please cancel your reservation if you do not plan to use it. This opens highly sought-after campsites for others to reserve.    

You can cancel your reservation online through your Recreation.gov user account or through the call center (call center incurs an additional fee). You may also contact the BLM Moab Field Office for assistance. A $10 service fee will be withheld from any refund for a cancellation.  

Late Cancellations 

A late cancellation occurs less the 14 days before the arrival/first date of the reservation (a.k.a. cut-off window).

Late cancellations will incur a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee. 

Early Departures

If you spend at least one night and then leave prior to the scheduled departure check-out date, please contact the BLM Moab Field Office (435-259-2100) to open the remaining nights for others to use. You will not be able to cancel these nights through your Recreation.gov account.

You will be eligible for a partial refund of the nights AFTER you depart that you did not use. If you depart after the facility check-out time, you will not be eligible for a refund for that night 

No-Shows

A No Show occurs if you do not arrive at your campsite or cancel your reservation by check-out time (Noon) on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time (Noon) on the day following the arrival date. 

No-shows are assessed a $20.00 Recreation.gov service fee and forfeit the first night’s recreation fee. 

Refunds

You can submit a refund request through your Recreation.gov account within 7 days of the departure/end date of your reservation.

  • Applicable fees, such as the Recreation.gov reservation fees, service/cancellation fees, lottery application fees, and change fees, are non-refundable.
  • Refunds cannot be issued to any card other than the one used to pay. 
  • In the event of an emergency closure, all fees will be refunded. Attempts will be made to notify you using the contact information within your Recreation.gov customer profile. 

Interagency Pass Discounts

Interagency Pass discounts do not apply to group campsite reservations.

The facts

  • 4 bookable sites
  • Vehicles up to 40 ft
  • Up to 30 people per site
  • Loops: Lower Onion Creek Group Site, Lower Onion Creek Group Sites

Site types

  • 4 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

4 campsites at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceGradeWaterMax rigPeople
Group ALower Onion Creek Group SiteGroup Standard NonelectricParallelGravelSlightRiverfront40 ft30 🐾
Group BLower Onion Creek Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—GravelSlightRiverfront40 ft30 🐾
Group CLower Onion Creek Group SiteGroup Standard Nonelectric—GravelSlightRiverfront25 ft30 🐾
7Lower Onion Creek Group SitesGroup Standard NonelectricParallelGravelSlightRiverfront40 ft30 🐾

Getting there

From Moab drive north to the junction with Highway 128. Drive 22 miles on Highway 128 to the entrance to Lower Onion Creek campground, then 1.5 miles north on the gravel road. The group sites are located on the southwest side of the campground.

38.73829, -109.35177 · 38°44'17.8"N 109°21'6.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 101°F in Jul, down to 42°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F4252657383951019890745744
Low °F162431374553605848342417
Precip in————————————

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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Fees and stay limits

Group Site A (max people 30): $150 Group Site B (max people 30): $150 Group Site C (max people 30): $150

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

More photos

Lower Onion Creek Group Site B
Photo: BLM Moab · Recreation.gov
Lower Onion Creek Group Site C (2)
Photo: BLM Moab · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Lower Onion Creek Group Sites

Can you reserve a site at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?
Yes, Lower Onion Creek Group Sites is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Lower Onion Creek Group Sites have?
4 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?
40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites.
Are campfires allowed at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites?
Campfires are allowed at Lower Onion Creek Group Sites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Lower Onion Creek Group Sites

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

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