Lone Mesa Group Camping Site campground
Lone Mesa Group Camping Site
Nearby points of interest include the Flaming Gorge Dam, which offers tours and a visitor center, and the Red Fleet State Park, which features hiking trails and fishing. The area also offers opportunities for mountain biking, rock climbing, and boating.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, but there is no potable water or electricity available at the site. Visitors are advised to bring their own water and supplies.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of dinosaur fossils in the Rock Springs Formation, which can be seen in the nearby Dinosaur National Monument. The area is also home to several endangered species, such as the Colorado pikeminnow and the razorback sucker.
The best time of year to visit the Lone Mesa Group Camping Site is in the spring or fall, when temperatures are mild and the area is less crowded. Average temperatures in the spring (March-May) range from 30-60°F, while temperatures in the fall (September-November) range from 40-70°F.
Sources:
- https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233077
- https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/parks-outdoors/flaming-gorge/
- https://www.nps.gov/dino/index.htm
What's on-site at Lone Mesa Group Camping Site
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.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Lone Mesa Group Camping Site, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lone Mesa Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horsethief | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Horsethief Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Turn | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Cowboy Camp | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Lone Mesa Group Camping Site -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado River At Potash | 3,630 cfs | → |
| Green River At Mineral Bottom Nr Cynlnds Ntl Park | 3,870 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Blw Pack Creek Nr Mouth At Moab | 1 cfs | → |
| Castle Creek Below Castle Valley Near Moab | 4 cfs | → |
| San Rafael River At Mouth Near Green River | 0 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Below Sheley Tunnel | 3 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Lone Mesa Group Camping Site -- 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 | 1.0 in | 0.0 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
- Dead Horse Point State Park
- Arches National Park
- Swanny City Park
- Sand Flats Recreation Area
- Old City Park
- Green River State Park
Boat launches
- Potash Road Grand County
- Shafer Trail Grand County
- Ut 128 Moab
- Mineral Bottom 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 Lone Mesa Group Camping Site as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lone Mesa Group Camping Site
Can I make reservations at Lone Mesa Group Camping Site?
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 Lone Mesa Group Camping Site?
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 Lone Mesa Group Camping Site.