| alert |
|
| contractID |
NRSO |
| description |
The two sites at Goose Island are ideal for groups wishing to be close to the town of Moab and Arches National Park. The area offers outdoor enthusiasts many options for hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and four-wheel drive tours. The town of Moab is minutes away and has dining, shopping, sports rentals, tour companies and museums. |
| drivingDirection |
From Moab, drive north to the junction with Highway 128. Drive two miles on Highway 128 to the entrance to Goose Island campground. The group sites are at the far end of the campground loop road. |
| facilitiesDescription |
The 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. When you enter Goose Island the group sites are at the far end of the loop past the individual sites. |
| facility |
Goose Island Group Sites |
| facilityID |
75835 |
| fullReservationUrl |
http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=75835&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
Gusty winds are possible so always secure your tents and camping gear. Ravens, chipmunks and other wildlife frequent the sites; never leave food out. Summer thunderstorms can cause flash flooding and gusty winds; stay aware of current weather. Annual, Senior and Access passes do not apply to group site fees. There are no showers, electricity, dump stations or drinking water at these sites but they are available in the town of Moab. Additional information is available by visiting the Moab Field Office website at http://www.blm.gov/ut/st/en/fo/moab.htm . |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
Goose Island is only minutes from Arches National Park. Canyonlands National Park is within a half-hour drive as is Dead Horse Point State Park. For people looking to sign-up for guided tours or rentals, the town of Moab is only five minutes away. |
| note |
|
| orientationDescription |
Goose Island is beside the Colorado River with cottonwood trees providing much sought after shade in the desert. Across the river, the red cliffs of Arches National Park glow in the afternoon light. |
| recreationDescription |
From Goose Island a paved bicycle trail leads to Arches National Park or up Highway 128 along the Colorado River. Arches and Canyonlands National Parks are nearby and have many hiking trails and four-wheel drive roads. The river corridor is filled with canyons, trails and scenic vistas. |