Abajo Mountain Camp

You never know what to expect when you book an off grid camping experience down a long dirt road.. but we loved it! Joes property was great for our Indian Creek climbing adventures. He has a variety of different vehicles you can camp in-school bus, two trailers, a van, and multiple tent camping sites. The entire property is off grid. There is limited power via solar panels-enough to charge a phone, but not much else. There’s clean porta potties that are cleaned weekly. We spent 4 days in 80 degree weather and they were pleasant to use the entire time! There’s a rustic outdoor kitchen with basic supplies-camp cook stove, water, a few dishes, and some pots/pans. A fire pit with kindling you can grill on, and a picnic table and chairs to relax in. There’s also a small shower house, that fulfills the basic need of rinsing off the dirt. One of the highlights was Joes dogs, they are excited to greet every guest. They will ask you to play fetch til your arm falls off and even try to climb into bed for a cuddle. Would stay again, and recommend to anyone looking for a unique experience off the beaten path.

My husband and I stayed at Abajo Mountain Camp for several days this last September. We were there for an annual music festival called Joe's Dirt Music Fest. The campgrounds are in well established semi shaded areas surrounded by a variety of indigenous trees. The community kitchen and showers were charming and user friendly. Camp host Joe and his two dogs make guests feel welcome and included. We will be going back again this year. Thanks Joe!

Joe's place is rustic, he calls it a camp for a reason! If you're looking for an off grid getaway though, this is the place. I've both camped here and stayed in one of the rentals, and the location is incredible. The campsites are tidy and well spaced, scattered among the junipers so no one is on top of anyone else. I stayed in the larger of the two rental units, and it was very comfortable even though it was October. Be aware that the roads to get there are rough dirt, and if it's been wet 4wd may be required. Make sure to ask Joe for tips on where to find local ruins and canyons, especially if you're looking to explore the forest roads!

Abajo Mountain Camp is about an hour south of Moab, Its a great place to get away from the busy camps of Moab. Its a beautiful drive on the way down, with many Jeep trails to hit on your way there. Once there its a beautiful isolated spot. It has showers, good internet connection (verizon), with plenty of entertaining things to do while there. Joe and the two dogs are great hosts and EXTREMELY knowledgeable on local sites well known and not so well known. We have been to Abajo camp a couple of times and make sure to put it on the list anytime we are in Utah!!!