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Desert Moon Campground and RV Park

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· Thompson Springs, Grand, Utah

11 acres hosted by The Desert Moon T.

5 RV/tent sites

Setup your tent and enjoy some respite before and after exploring the beautiful canyons and desert landscapes that surround the Desert Moon and beyond. We have 2 showers, bathrooms, potable water, picnic tables, and wifi on site. There is also a covered seating area for guest use by our Inn. There are 5 campsites total. Please note, the Union Pacific Railroad is right across the street, with trains passing by multiple times a day and night. There will be noise at night. Campsites are relatively close together so you will likely see other campers during your stay. Also, there is not a lot of shade on the property so be prepared. Thompson Springs began as a railroad stop on the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad in the mid to late 1800's. It soon became a shipping point and community center for local farmers, cattle ranchers and sheepherders. It is now a ghost-town with a population of 50 people. The Desert Moon has a true wild western past. The old dancehall on the property, The Cactus Caberet, once served as the town bar and brothel. We are currently in the process renovating the dancehall into a venue for live music and retreats. There are 8-12 staff members living on site in their personal RV's at all times. We are a small community of artists, builders, and adventurers. We are constantly working to improve this property that came under our ownership in July of 2020. Feel free to come say hello and ask us about what we are building here! Thompson Springs is a true "ghost town" with no retail or restaurants except a 7-11 off the I-70 exit. The towns of Moab and Green River are only a half hour drive away and are full of regional and eclectic restaurants and shops. The Desert Moon is located just four miles from the Sego Canyon Rock Art in the Bookcliffs featuring pictograph and petroglyph panels from three different Native American cultures: Barrier, Fremont, and Ute. Be sure to check them out! There are miles of off-road trails accessible from our property. Some require a 4x4 vehicle or dirtbike, but many are well maintained enough for almost any vehicle.Setup your tent and enjoy some respite before exploring the beautiful canyons and desert landscapes that surround the Desert Moon and beyond. We have 2 showers/bathrooms and potable water on site. The Desert Moon has been serving the greater Moab area since the coal mining days of the mid 1930's. Thompson Springs began as a railroad stop on the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad in the mid to late 1800's. It soon became a shipping point and community center for local farmers, cattle ranchers and sheepherders. It is now a ghost-town with a population of 50 people. The Pacific Union Railroad is right across the street with trains passing by around 5 times per day. There are 10 staff members living on site in their RV's. We are always working on projects around the property, feel free to come say hello at any time! *under new management as of July 2020*

Activities

Biking

Fishing

Hiking

Off-roading (OHV)

Natural features

Desert

Canyon

Mountainous

85%

650 ratings · 490 reviews

Shreyas V.

September 16, 2024

Desert Moon Tent Camping

Overall a good camping experience. Showers and restrooms were a great addition and nice night sky to stargaze.

Chris D.recommends

September 13, 2024

Desert Moon Tent Camping

Quirky and fun. Classic desert southwest eclectic and funky place. Nice tent sites, clean bathrooms and simply cool.

Juan Manuel V.recommends

September 10, 2024

Desert Moon Tent Camping

The camp site was lovely, and we were surprised by how well equipped it was. The two bathrooms and showers are fully-fledged restrooms - not pit toilets. The outdoors seating and decorations are very nice, and the solar lights all around are a great touch at night. The views of the night sky are also incredible! The campground itself is also good: not many rocks for ground tents, and plenty of space for cars with rooftop tents.

Rooster B.recommends

September 9, 2024

Desert Moon Tent Camping

Really sweet little space with lots of character - flush toilets and a hot shower. The train coming by made it that much more Wild West iconic - nothing quite like a night in a ghost town being brought to life by creative folks - we will be back !

Misha D.recommends

September 6, 2024

Desert Moon Tent Camping

This site covered the basics! Fire pits, a kitchen area, potable water, shower and a bathroom. Great place to stay if you're headed to Arches

Alexander A.recommends

September 4, 2024

Desert Moon Tent Camping

Very cool desert campground, layout was simple and it was very easy to get settled. It’s an easy drive to Moab and arches from here. Only 1 mile from a gas station or a 7/11 making it super convenient!

Location

Thompson Springs , Grand, Utah, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Timpanogos and Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking