# Desert Moon Campground and RV Park

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- **Location:** Thompson Springs , Utah, United States
- **Price:** from $30.00/night
- **Rating:** 85% recommend (715 reviews)
- **Sites:** 5
- **Size:** 11 acres
- **Host:** The Desert Moon T.

## Overview

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.

## Highlights

- **Near Arches National Park:** Within a 60-minute drive from the Arches.
- **Near Canyonlands National Park:** Within a 60-minute drive from the Island in the Sky.
- **Staff verified:** Accuracy verified by Hipcamp's on-the-ground team.

## Amenities

- **Amenities:** Pets, Potable water, Toilets, Campfires, Showers, Trash, Picnic table, Wifi
- **Activities:** Biking, Fishing, Hiking, Off-roading (OHV), Climbing, Wildlife watching
- **Terrain:** Desert, Canyon, Mountainous

## Sites

- **Desert Moon Tent Camping** (rv-tent, up to 5 guests, $30.00/night)

## Recent reviews

> Great spot, right off the interstate! Enjoyed our stay!
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> - Lawrence V., November 10, 2026

> The hosts were very friendly and helpful. We just needed a safe place to stop on our drive west and sleep. The trains are as posted and continued through the night.
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> - Lari B., October 19, 2026

> Very cute spot. The warning about the train noise was nice but the train only passed once and did not wake us up at night. It was a nice quiet place to sleep under the stars, we just wish the check in process was a little more clear or outlined. It almost felt like we just rolled up and decided to stay for the night.
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> - Amelia P., October 13, 2026

> Traveling from California to Colorafo
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> - Deborah R., October 10, 2026

> This was an easily accessible place with showers! There was a cute little patio area near the hotel part of the property. I didn't get to use it because I was sleepy but it was definitely a draw. I felt safe and comfy! Thanks
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> - Sunny S., October 9, 2026