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RZR friendly campgrounds in and around Moab Utah

brianseay1
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Looking for campgrounds in the Moab Utah area that are ATV friendly. Would like to be able to hit the trails without having to load up on a trailer. Our RZR's are not street legal, so we do not want to get into trouble with the law for riding on the roads. Have any of you had any personal experience with these types of campgrounds? does anyone have any recommendations? Thx for any info.
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F-TROUP
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I've stayed at Archview 6 or 7 times without a problem, but with online everything now days who knows, that's why I call to make sure the reservations are good. You should goggle maps Archview and check it out in satalite mode. at the park entrance you'll see two trails the go north and south along the hwy. The trail towards Moab will take you to the Gemini Bridges area, it is legal to cross the hwy just watch traffic. The other direction out of the park will take you to Seven Mile Rim area, same goes here be careful crossing the hwy.

brianseay1
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Thunder Mountain wrote:
Long time Moab visitor. The only campground that will fit the OP's question since they are not street legal is Archview. However, I will never stay there after having my reservations screwed up two years in a row.


If you don't mind my asking, what were the screw ups ?
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Thunder_Mountai
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Long time Moab visitor. The only campground that will fit the OP's question since they are not street legal is Archview. However, I will never stay there after having my reservations screwed up two years in a row.
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brianseay1
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rjxj wrote:
From Archview you can ride some of the trails to the north up around Willow springs boondocking area and a little more north to Dalton wells. This is ok riding and not the wild rock climbing stuff from what I have been on. There may be more if you get maps and explore.

I dont see why you couldn't jump across the highway and get onto Gemini Bridges road and it runs all the way up to Gemini Bridges and then hits 313 which would be about the end of the trail for you. About mid section on Gemini bridges you will see Goony bird rock and there is a side trail to the south in there that goes back to a small campground in a canyon with beautiful rock formations. You can also get on Rusty Nail to the north and Gold Bar to the south. Gemini bridges is just south of 313 near the parking lot and low buck RV parking spot. You cant see it from the highway but Gemini runs along the side of the the rock wall and cuts in to the west at the opening that you see when heading south towards town. I have driven Gemini with my pickup very slowly.


Kens lake is dry camping south of Spanish valley but only gives you access to Metal Masher. It's a beautiful spot with section A out in the open nearer to the lake and section B which backs up to the hills and has a walk to waterfall. You could ride from the camp up into the hills you will see a sign for Metal masher. The entrance to Metal Masher across the stream which goes to the waterfall. Check out the height of the stream bank before entering and having to return. I did it on a dirt bike while hammering the carp out of it.

I have been to several areas around there in the last 3 years but if I had to tell you to go to one place it would probably be Archview. If your MH is your primary vehicle it limits where you can access trails. You also need an orv sticker and it should be ok to cross the highway. Read Ut rules but I believe Az Ut etc honor out of state ORV stickers for limited stays.

Archview has fuel.


Great info, thx. The motorhome will be our only transportation other that the RZR's. Thats why i am looking for something with trail access without having to get on the road. Crossing the hwy should be no problem I wouldn't think.
Brian & Neena & B.G.
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F-TROUP
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brianseay1 wrote:
F-TROUP wrote:
Was in Moab this month, Archview is still the only rv park you can access the trails from. Marysvale is great in Sept as the colors are popping and all the passes are open. The only downside to the South Forty is there is a feed lot up wind and last year the flies were bad. We will be at Rocky Ridge RV park next year last week of Aug.in Marysvale. The Paiute trail is awsome and all the towns out in Utah have ATV routes in them (except Moab) where you can drop off the trails to get gas or food.Ride safe and have fun.

P.S. checkout Onion creek out of Moab one of the most fantastic places in the southwest.


Thx, I will be checking it out. What is the best time of year weather wise to plan a visit ? Looking for comfortable temps, not burning up hot and not freezing cold.....LOL


Marysvale September, Moab October. We went to Bryce and Marysvale in May our 1st year and it rained everyday(20 min showers) in Bryce in the afternoon and then rain and snow in Marysvale still had a lot of fun and NO DUST LOL

brianseay1
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F-TROUP wrote:
Was in Moab this month, Archview is still the only rv park you can access the trails from. Marysvale is great in Sept as the colors are popping and all the passes are open. The only downside to the South Forty is there is a feed lot up wind and last year the flies were bad. We will be at Rocky Ridge RV park next year last week of Aug.in Marysvale. The Paiute trail is awsome and all the towns out in Utah have ATV routes in them (except Moab) where you can drop off the trails to get gas or food.Ride safe and have fun.

P.S. checkout Onion creek out of Moab one of the most fantastic places in the southwest.


Thx, I will be checking it out. What is the best time of year weather wise to plan a visit ? Looking for comfortable temps, not burning up hot and not freezing cold.....LOL
Brian & Neena & B.G.
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azrving
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From Archview you can ride some of the trails to the north up around Willow springs boondocking area and a little more north to Dalton wells. This is ok riding and not the wild rock climbing stuff from what I have been on. There may be more if you get maps and explore.

I dont see why you couldn't jump across the highway and get onto Gemini Bridges road and it runs all the way up to Gemini Bridges and then hits 313 which would be about the end of the trail for you. About mid section on Gemini bridges you will see Goony bird rock and there is a side trail to the south in there that goes back to a small campground in a canyon with beautiful rock formations. You can also get on Rusty Nail to the north and Gold Bar to the south. Gemini bridges is just south of 313 near the parking lot and low buck RV parking spot. You cant see it from the highway but Gemini runs along the side of the the rock wall and cuts in to the west at the opening that you see when heading south towards town. I have driven Gemini with my pickup very slowly.


Kens lake is dry camping south of Spanish valley but only gives you access to Metal Masher. It's a beautiful spot with section A out in the open nearer to the lake and section B which backs up to the hills and has a walk to waterfall. You could ride from the camp up into the hills you will see a sign for Metal masher. The entrance to Metal Masher across the stream which goes to the waterfall. Check out the height of the stream bank before entering and having to return. I did it on a dirt bike while hammering the carp out of it.

I have been to several areas around there in the last 3 years but if I had to tell you to go to one place it would probably be Archview. If your MH is your primary vehicle it limits where you can access trails. You also need an orv sticker and it should be ok to cross the highway. Read Ut rules but I believe Az Ut etc honor out of state ORV stickers for limited stays.

Archview has fuel.

F-TROUP
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Camorhino wrote:
Archview RV Resort and Campground. About 9 miles north of Moab on 191. You can ride out of there on all the trails north of town, 7 Mile Rim, White Wash Sand Dunes, Dubinkey Wells. They even have a gas station. It has been several years since we last stayed there, so you may want to check if they are still ATV friendly.


Don't forget Metal Masher, Widow Maker, Tusher Tunnel, Desolation Towers, Merimack and Monitor.

F-TROUP
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Was in Moab this month, Archview is still the only rv park you can access the trails from. Marysvale is great in Sept as the colors are popping and all the passes are open. The only downside to the South Forty is there is a feed lot up wind and last year the flies were bad. We will be at Rocky Ridge RV park next year last week of Aug.in Marysvale. The Paiute trail is awsome and all the towns out in Utah have ATV routes in them (except Moab) where you can drop off the trails to get gas or food.Ride safe and have fun.

P.S. checkout Onion creek out of Moab one of the most fantastic places in the southwest.

brianseay1
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kerrlakeRoo wrote:
I would suggest you check here
www.discovermoab.com
And check with the local offices.


I got the Moab brochure, but I am looking for more of personal info and suggestions from people that have been there. Thx for your reply.
Brian & Neena & B.G.
B.G. 2014 Goldendoodle
2007 Coachmen Cross Country 389DS
300 HP Cummins Turbo Charged
03 Sahara Jeep Wrangler & 05 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic
2014 800 RZR4
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brianseay1
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Camorhino wrote:
Archview RV Resort and Campground. About 9 miles north of Moab on 191. You can ride out of there on all the trails north of town, 7 Mile Rim, White Wash Sand Dunes, Dubinkey Wells. They even have a gas station. It has been several years since we last stayed there, so you may want to check if they are still ATV friendly.


Thx for the info, it is appreciated.
Brian & Neena & B.G.
B.G. 2014 Goldendoodle
2007 Coachmen Cross Country 389DS
300 HP Cummins Turbo Charged
03 Sahara Jeep Wrangler & 05 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic
2014 800 RZR4
Roll Tide Roll

brianseay1
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azdryheat wrote:
If don't mind heading west to Marysvale on the 89, South Forty RV Park caters to ORV's. There is a trailhead to 2200 miles of trails at the park. Jim and Terri are terrific park owners.


Thx for the info, it is appreciated.
Brian & Neena & B.G.
B.G. 2014 Goldendoodle
2007 Coachmen Cross Country 389DS
300 HP Cummins Turbo Charged
03 Sahara Jeep Wrangler & 05 Harley Davidson Ultra Classic
2014 800 RZR4
Roll Tide Roll

azdryheat
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If don't mind heading west to Marysvale on the 89, South Forty RV Park caters to ORV's. There is a trailhead to 2200 miles of trails at the park. Jim and Terri are terrific park owners.
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Camorhino
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Just remembered, Ken's Lake south of town on BLM ground may work for you also. Have driven by it, but never stayed there.