Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park and Campground in UT

May 17, 2021

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We camped at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park and Campground (previously known as Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground) in Moab, Utah in October 2020 in our Airstream.

We would usually boondock in Moab, but snow was in the forecast, so we opted for an RV park with full hookups. This is a review of our stay at Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground (aka Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park).

We had previously stayed at other locations in Moab in our Airstream.

We also did an amazing hike on the Grandstaff Trail to the Morning Glory Arch, which we highly recommend!! This is an area outside of Arches National Park.

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Location of Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park

The main drag in Moab located right outside the RV park.

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park is centrally located in downtown Moab.

You can walk to most destinations in the town of Moab from this location. This is one of the best campground locations in all of Moab.

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park & Campground Discounts

The RV park is operated by Sun RV Resorts, which operates many RV parks and campgrounds around the country.

Be sure to check out their website before you reserve your campsites as they often have specials (such as buy 2 nights, get 1 free), depending on the time of year and how busy they are.

Entrance and Check-In at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park

You enter the RV park right off the main road in downtown Moab.

The campground is located behind a Texaco gas station with a convenience store, which is handy for when you’re camping and need something quickly.

Texaco gas station at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Canyonlands General Store and Texaco gas station

To enter the campground, enter to the right of the Texaco gas station in the driveway. There’s a large Canyonlands billboard sign that you can’t miss.

Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground sign — Entrance to Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground in Moab

Entrance driveway into the RV park and check-in area

You’ll drive right up to the check-in office and park there while you check in.

When we visited in October 2020, COVID-19 was a big concern for most people, and Canyonlands RV park gave us little guest packages that included hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, and a mask.

Sun RV Resorts gift package during COVID-19

Campground and RV Park Options

RV Sites

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park in the fall with pretty tree colors — RV sites at Canyonlands RV park in Moab, Utah

The RV campsites each have full hookups and a concrete pad to park on.

The spaces are tight, with not much room between them, but there are some pretty trees throughout the campground to give a little privacy.

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park campsite — Concrete pad at Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park with travel trailers — Trailers parked in Canyonlands RV Resort

Picnic tables in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground in Moab, Utah

When we were there in October, the trees were all changing colors which made for a very pretty campground.

Another view of the campsites among the trees — Campground in the fall in Moab

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Pretty tree colors in the campground

OHVs in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Our Airstream parked among the other RVs and off-road vehicles

Tent Campsites

Private tent camping sites in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Private tent campground sites in Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park also has many tent campsites available.

There are some on the main level where the RV site are, but there’s also a lower section with additional campsites for tents.

The upper campsites are divided into little private areas that are big enough for a car and tent. They also have a picnic table at each site.

picnic tables with roofs in moab campground — Individual tent campsites

fire ring and picnic table at campground in moab, utah — Tent campsite G-2

parking for tent camping at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Tent campsites with car parking

To get to the lower area for tent campsites, follow the signs to the lower area.

Directional signs in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground sign pointing to different areas

This area is below where the main dumpster is for the campground.

Pathway to lower level at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Driveway down to the lower level of the campground

Garbage at Moab campground — Dumpster in the campground

Follow the signs to the tent camping area in the lower level.

Tent area at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Follow the signs to the tent camping area

To get to the lower tent campsites, you have to drive through a small creek. This should be fine for most passenger cars.

Shallow river crossing in Moab campground and rv park — Small creek to drive through on way to lower tent camping area

The lower campsites are a little bigger, but they are located near the busy main road of Moab.

Tent campsite in moab — Lower tent camping area

Tent campsite in moab with picnic table and fire ring — Tent campsite on lower level

These campsites can use the main bathroom facilities, which are a little bit away, so there are also porta potties located down in the lower tent campground area to use.

port-a-potty toilets in moab campground — Porta potties in lower tent camping area

Cabins at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park

Cabins in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Cabins in the campground in Moab

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park also has cabins available to rent. These are located at the back of the main RV park area.

Cabins from other view in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Cabins in Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground

Bathrooms at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park

Bathroom in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Bathroom building at Canyonlands RV Park and Campground

Vending machine in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Bathroom building

The main bathrooms are located by the RV campsites. They include full bathroom facilities, with showers, sinks, and flush toilets.

Interior of bathroom at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Sinks in the bathroom

Bathroom at moab campground with flushing toilets — Bathroom stalls in campground

Shower stall at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Shower in bathroom building

There are also dish washing sinks located outside the bathrooms for tent campers or others to use.

Dish washing station at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Dish washing station outside the bathroom building

Potable water filling stations are also available throughout the campground.

Potable water at campgound in moab — Potable water filling station

Additionally, for people who aren’t staying at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park, they can pay to take a shower in the campground bathroom that is located directly behind the convenience store at the Texaco station.

When we visited in October 2020, the shower cost for each non-guest was $6.

Shower for non-guests of the campground in Moab

Overflow Parking Area

Overflow campground parking in moab — Overflow parking area on lower level

There’s an overflow parking area on the lower level for people that need extra parking for off-road vehicles, trailers, etc.

Most people park their off-road vehicles right at their RV campsite, but this overflow area is available if needed.

OHV overflow parking area — Off-road vehicles parked in lower overflow parking area

Dog Park at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park

Dog park at Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground

On the lower level near the overflow parking area, there’s a small fenced area for dogs to run around. It’s not very big, but enough for most dogs to do their business.

Small dog park in moab campground — Our dog in the dog park

Be sure to follow the dog park rules so that everyone can enjoy use of the space.

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park dog park sign — Dog park rules

Picnic Area at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park

Walking area at Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Lower picnic area

The lower area also has a nice picnic area with a pavilion, picnic tables, fire pits, BBQ grill, and horseshoe games.

It’s a nice little area to stretch your legs or take your dog for a walk in the campground.

Picnic tables in moab campground — Picnic tables in the picnic area

No camping flood zone sign — Flood area sign in the picnic area

Picnic tables in campground tent camping area — Covered picnic bench

Horseshoe game in campground — Enjoy a game of horseshoes

Pavillion in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Pavilion in the lower level

BBQ grill in Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — BBQ grill in the pavilion

Campfire ring in the lower level by the pavilion

This area abuts the back of apartment buildings, but it’s still a nice little shady area in the middle of Moab.

Trail leading out of campground — Apartments near the overflow parking area and picnic area

In addition, if you walk behind the pavilion, there’s a short trail that will lead you to the Mill Creek Parkway trail.

Path leading to Mill Creek Parkway in Moab — Trail leading from behind the pavilion to Mill Creek Parkway

The Mill Creek Parkway trail is a multi-use recreational path and trail system designed for bicycles, walkers, rollerblades, or other non-motorized methods of transportation.

It meanders through the town of Moab, so it’s a nice way to get around, especially if you brought a bike with you.

School behind the Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground

This trail will also lead you to the high school that is directly behind the RV park. It’s also a good area to get out and stretch your legs.

Laundry Facilities

Canyonlands RV park and campground has laundry facilities available for campers.

The laundry area is located at the back of the Texaco station. You enter it directly from the RV park area.

Pool

The RV park also has a private pool area for campers to use. It’s located right at the entrance to the RV park along the main road.

In the hot Moab summers, the pool is a nice amenity to have!

Entrance to Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park campground from min road — Pool located at the entrance to the campground

Pool area in Moab — The swimming pool facilities

No Pets sign in pool — Pool fence and gate

Playground

The campground also has a playground area for the kiddos. It is located toward the back of the campground.

Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park Exit

Exit of Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park — Exit out of the Canyonlands RV Resort and Campground in Moab

The exit for the RV park is on the opposite side of the Texaco station. There’s a second driveway that leads you to the main road in Moab.

Be sure to exit on the other side of the Texaco station, rather than in the same way you entered Sun Outdoors Moab Downtown RV Park.