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Arches/Devils Garden
Overview
Devils Garden Campground offers the rare opportunity to wake up inside Arches National Park, surrounded by the iconic red rock landscape of Moab, UT. As the only developed campground within the park boundaries, it provides an immersive experience far from the lights and noise of town. Staying here allows travelers to witness the changing colors of the desert at sunrise and sunset without the need for a long commute.
Location & Surroundings
Situated 18 miles from the park entrance, the campground sits at the end of the paved scenic drive. The sites are nestled among massive sandstone fins and high desert flora like juniper and pinyon pine. This location offers a stark, beautiful environment where the silence of the desert is a primary feature, and the starlit night skies are among the best in the country.
Amenities & Park Features
This is a rustic, dry camping destination with no hookups or dump stations available on-site. The park provides basic necessities including potable water and flush toilets. Each site features a picnic table and fire ring, though wood must be purchased outside the park. While there are a few sites that can accommodate rigs up to 40 feet, most are better suited for smaller trailers and vans.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The campground serves as the trailhead for the Devils Garden Trail, leading hikers to the famous Landscape Arch and Double O Arch. Visitors are within walking distance of Broken Arch and Sand Dune Arch, making it easy to explore on foot. For a short drive, the Windows Section and Delicate Arch trailheads offer some of the most photographed geologic features in the world.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is ideal for self-contained RVers who prioritize scenery and immediate trail access over modern conveniences. It is perfect for those who want a quiet, dark-sky experience and do not mind the lack of Wi-Fi or electricity. If you enjoy back-to-basics camping in one of the most unique geological regions on earth, this campground is a bucket-list destination.
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User Reviews
Mai Vang
We stayed at Devils Garden Campground in October and had an amazing experience. The location is unbeatable—just minutes from the Devils Garden Trail, which makes early morning hikes super convenient. The campground itself is well-maintained. The restrooms were clean throughout our stay, and I really appreciated the designated area for washing dishes. The best sites for Tent Camping in my opinion are #3, #4, #25, and #26—great views and good privacy. Devils Garden is absolutely worth it. I’d definitely stay here again!
Liz Stiles
Nice campground with killer views! Sites are padded and spacious! Tucked away from the busy hubs and popular arches. A bit of a drive from the busy entrance so allow more time to pitch your tent or get settled before dark. Amenities include water, BBQ grill, fire pits, pit/flush toilets. Little to no cell coverage. Dress warm for extreme cold nights. Watch out for heavy rains or snow. Some drawbacks are it’s a bit of a drive from stores & resto & lack of cell coverage.
Daniel Pomaro
The campground is extremely well managed – the sites are clearly marked, well spaced, and offer beautiful surroundings. Everything was very clean, from the restrooms to the campsites themselves, which is impressive given how remote the area is. You can tell the rangers and staff take pride in keeping the campground in top shape. The only real downside is the lack of electric hookups. Like most national park campgrounds, Devils Garden is rustic, which we expected, but in mid-July, temperatures stayed around 104°F (40°C) even at night. While generators are allowed during certain hours, once quiet hours kicked in, it really felt like we were in the "Devil’s Garden" – nooooo. breeze….
Madeline Meseke
The campsite is beautiful and has great access to hiking trails. However, tent campers be wary. We were unable to stake our tent at our site, because there was a very shallow layer of sand upon solid rock. We tried using bags of sand to anchor our tent but it was super windy (30+ mph gusts), but that wasn’t effective. We ended up tying our tent to the picnic table and putting all our gear in our tent to keep it from flying away. Our rain fly was acting as a sail too, so we ended up taking it off, and sand whipped through the mesh. Our site was also not flat, but could have been better at other sites 🤷🏻♀️ There was water on site, latrine, flush toilets, and sinks. No showers or soap (only hand sanitizer), so prepare to be gritty. There was also an amphitheater in the campground with evening ranger talks that we enjoyed. Overall, we loved Arches and the campground probably would be fine as an RV, but do not recommend for tents.
Sean Higgins
This campground was absolutely amazing, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Arches National Park. If you can, stay at Juniper Basin—it was hands down the highlight of our entire road trip. The scenery, atmosphere, and overall experience made it unforgettable. Perfect spot for exploring the park and making lasting memories. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again and recommend it to friends and family.