Ledge Camping Area campground
Ledge Camping Area
The Ledge Camping Area has 9 campsites available, each with a fire ring and picnic table. There are no other amenities provided, so visitors must pack in and pack out all their own supplies and trash. The campground is located at an elevation of 5,400 feet, and temperatures can vary greatly depending on the time of year. The best time to visit is in the spring or fall when temperatures are mild, and the average temperatures range from the mid-50s to mid-70s.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of a nearby dinosaur track site, which can be accessed via a short hike from the campground. The area was also once home to the native Ute people, who left many artifacts behind that can still be found today.
Overall, the Ledge Camping Area is a great spot for those looking to experience the beautiful Utah wilderness while still being close to many popular attractions. It's important to note that this is a primitive campground and visitors should be prepared for a rustic camping experience.
What's on-site at Ledge Camping Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Ledge Camping Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River At Potash | 3,440 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek At Sheley Tunnel | 5 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| Green River At Mineral Bottom Nr Cynlnds Ntl Park | 4,050 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Ledge Camping Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arches Np Hqs Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Castle Valley 1se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain-Lower | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lasal Mountain | 0.0 in | -1.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Old City Park
- Swanny City Park
- Dead Horse Point State Park
- Sand Flats Recreation Area
- Arches National Park
Boat launches
- Shafer Trail Grand County
- Potash Road Grand County
- Ut 128 Moab
- Kens Lake Recreation Site
- Takeout Beach
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Ledge Camping Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Ledge Camping Area
Can I make reservations at Ledge Camping Area?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Ledge Camping Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Ledge Camping Area.