The Sand Flats Recreation Area (SFRA) near Moab, Utah is a nationally significant public lands treasure at the heart of the Colorado Plateau. A high plain of slickrock domes, bowls and fins, it rises in the east to meet the colorful mesas and nearly 13,000 foot peaks of the La Sal Mountains. Bordering the area on the n
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- Official pagewww.recreation.gov ↗
- Contact (435) 259-2444 · utmbmail@blm.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Sand Flats Recreation Area — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you camp at Sand Flats Recreation Area?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Mill Creek Trail, Slickrock Practice Loop, Slickrock, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Sand Flats Recreation Area. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Land Management Slickrock National Recreation Trail
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Moab Field Office (BLM)
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