5/5 - Off the grid paradise - LeAnn H., April 2023
Where do I start. Everything about this location and the accommodation was awesome. Yes, it’s a little challenging to get to, but totally worthwhile! We rented a jeep and that was an appropriate vehicle…ground clearance is key. The small, separate house we stayed in was great for 2 adults, 1 child. Kitchen was well stocked, we brought in all of our own food which is necessary because once you’re there you want to stay put. There are endless hikes, scrambling on rocks and great adventuring around the area. Don’t miss wind caves. Tom the owner is a delight. Very communicative. We couldn’t get over the scenery. You won’t need to go to Canyonlands Park if you stay here. We can’t wait to go back.
5/5 - Great adventure with the kids! - Spencer B., March 2023
My 4 kids and I had a great time! It was quite the adventure. The drive over Hurrah Pass was awesome!
Tom was great and super communicative. All the amenities that we needed were provided. We rented his Polaris Ranger for 2 days. If you have kids, I would highly recommend spending some time at the wind caves exploring (bring headlights). There is so much hiking that can be done right from the property. Epic disc golf course, too. We typically do not do the same trip twice, but we would definitely like to plan a return trip here. Thanks again for everything Tom!
5/5 - Unique Getaway - Ethan G, March 2023
My wife, our 9 mos old daughter and I had a great time staying at the Basecamp, yes the road out there is a little long and rough, it takes an hour to get to Moab, about 15 miles of rougher road, but totally worth it and part of the experience, We drove it in a jeep but a van or Subaru would be fine. Once you get out there all the accommodations are there, the place is pretty cool and surrounded by awesome Moab views, don’t forget to check out the stars and Milky Way at night! Tom knows the area and can help get you lined out with places to check out if interested. We would definitely stay again.
Base Camp Adventure Lodge, King Bed - Amy, April 2023
Staying here is a magical experience you won’t regret. Way better than a hotel. We met wonderful people, explored beautiful terrain and best of all our pups got to enjoy it all right along with us.
Base Camp Adventure Lodge, King Bed - Carolyn. April 2023
The experience is a unique one: the road in is the first rite of passage. Tom's place is all about a remote environment, filled with the energy of the amazing landscape and Tom's passion for the best way it can be experienced. We enjoyed it immensely because it was so remote, unique and as Tom described "if your expecting a mint on your pillow each night you'll be disappointed." Thanks Tom!
Last Hurrah, Condo - Monica, April 2023
Amazing serene getaway. The perfect place for my friend and I to switch from relaxation to adventure. Killer views. Theresa the cohost awesome! Drive in is fine, fun and easy with a vehicle that has high clearance. If you’ve never been off-roading it’ll be intimidating. Not just a dirt road. Hope to visit again!! Truly an amazing place!
Base Camp, Queen Bed, view of Anti-Cline - Mark, May 2023
Lots to say… Tom and Teresa were wonderful, knowledgeable hosts. Yes, the drive in is more than most people are accustomed to; steep, narrow, rough, rocky, and intimidating. But… very manageable. When we were there another guest arrived in a full size pick up towing a lengthy trailer; the week before we arrived a guest showed up with a Prius (not recommended). They hosted a disc golf tournament with 180 participants (around 100 cars)… everyone arrived and returned home safe. If you have never even driven on a dirt road this will be overwhelming and you should reconsider or ask them for assistance; they WILL DRIVE YOUR CAR IN FOR YOU. Do not book this location and cancel when you see the road- they will help. We had a great time hiking and sightseeing. They provided great information on sites, fossils, geodes, and petroglyphs. I highly recommend downloading the Gaia App for your adventures out here; you can see where you’re going and track where you’ve been without Wi-Fi or cell
5/5 - Great place to stay
Stayed there Thanksgiving week. It was everything I was wanting plus some. The place is off grid but still had electricity and nice hot water for a shower. Rooms were nice, had a little propane heater that kept them very warm. You have to bring your own food but you can use the kitchen and grill to cook. The views are second to none, everywhere you look is amazing. The stars at night really came out, no light pollution. Lots of hiking starting right at the Lodge. Mountain biking and off roading opportunities too. You can just sit back, relax and take it all in too. The road getting there can a challenge, be sure to allow enough time to make it out there before dark. It took 2 hours to get to town from the Lodge. I was in a Subaru Outback, it did it no problem but I did have to get out and stack rocks to get over some ledges. Everyone there was nice and very helpful. They were also concerned about your safety. They made sure you had a walkie-talkie before you headed out. Will be back.
- LarryJ123, Dec 2022
5/5 - Perfect combination of isolation, comfort, and beauty!
We come to Moab twice a year for mountain-biking, hiking, and solitude. Usually we have to make the trade-off: peace and solitude or a comfortable hotel, but Basecamp has it all. Tom's "condo" is really a beautiful two-bedroom house with spectacular views of red rocks, buttes, and the Colorado River just a few steps away. The house itself is incredibly comfortable with lots of couches, a full kitchen, hot water, and a cozy gas fireplace. Outside are beautiful patios all around the house with tons of lounge furniture, even an old-fashioned porch swing. We were there mid-week in early November and it was soooooo quiet. The evening feeding was a treat--many foxes and racoons. Getting up close and personal with a 200 pound tortoise was also incredible! Tom and Colin welcomed us (and our dog) very warmly, gave us very explicit instructions to find some awesome hikes, and shared some fascinating stories of life at basecamp. And we couldn't believe this wild, remote place was still connected to the world by wifi--which let us work from paradise! The road getting there is tough so be sure you have high clearance or a skilled driver (both is ideal). We made the drive in the dark with a Nissan Rogue, though, so that tells you that most vehicles will make it with perseverance. We will be back--thanks Tom and Colin for a wonderful visit!
- M., Nov 2021
5/5 - Beautiful place in the desert with an amazing disc golf course
My motivation in visiting Base Camp was for its disc golf course. It's reputation had put it on my bucket list for years, and I finally got to go play it. It did not disappoint. Incredible views, challenging holes; really great layout on both courses.
But, it was the other components that I didn't really know much about that made the place so memorable. The incredible hospitality of Tom and Linda. The kindred mindset of the other folks who take the time and effort to make the drive to get there. The amazing stars at night. The evening wildlife feeding by Tom. (One night attracted a half dozen fox, a dozen raccoons, a pair of ringtails, and a half dozen skunks!). The serene walk through the desert in the cool morning air to visit the Wind Caves.
We camped this time, because all the rooms and hogans were sold out. Next time, we'll try to book earlier and get a room. But even while camping, Tom was the most gracious of hosts. He let us use the bathrooms, charge our batteries in his outlets, provided extra water, etc. Thank you Tom!
- Jeff R, Oct 2020
5/5 - Larry J, Jan 2023
Stayed there Thanksgiving week. It was everything I was wanting plus some. The place is off grid but still had electricity and nice hot water for a shower. Rooms were nice, had a little propane heater that kept them very warm. You have to bring your own food but you can use the kitchen and grill to cook. The views are second to none, everywhere you look is amazing. The stars at night really came out, no light pollution. Lots of hiking starting right at the Lodge. Mountain biking and off roading opportunities too. You can just sit back, relax and take it all in too. The road getting there can a challenge, be sure to allow enough time to make it out there before dark. It took 2 hours to get to town from the Lodge. I was in a Subaru Outback, it did it no problem but I did have to get out and stack rocks to get over some ledges. Everyone there was nice and very helpful. They were also concerned about your safety. They made sure you had a walkie-talkie before you headed out. Will be back.
5/5 - Joseph P, April 2023
What a great guy Tom is and an incredible place either stay at the main Lodge or one of the Hogans but make sure you bring your disc golf because that is disc golf heaven
5/5 - Austin B, July 2022
Amazing and unique experience in a gorgeous location. Tom and Theresa are excellent hosts. Don't expect a luxury experience, this is an adventure. Rent the side by side and drive to chicken corners, kayak the river, meet a 200 lb pet tortoise, and watch a raccoon eat a hot dog. It's an hour from Moab and cell reception down a rough dirt road, but there's so much to do here you won't even miss town. It's a special place and we will be coming back next time we're in Moab
5/5 - GH, Aug 2022
Absolutely amazing. The drive to get there is breathtaking and the lodge itself is like none other. Tom, Theresa and Lidia are so nice and genuinely care about their guests experience. 10/10 recommend! Once in a lifetime experience.
Beautiful course on private lodge property on the Colorado River. The design uses natural features like box canyons, redrock, and desert space. Play across boulder fields, balanced rocks and down cliff faces. Tough on discs. Par is 56. Dual tees. It can be hot, bring water.
Rooms ($135.00 per night, two night minimum) Camping is $5 per person, per night. Disc is $5 per person, per round. Campers have a propane grill, bathroom with sink and toilet. No showers but there is a river.
There is a map in the box next to the front door. If I'm not here put money in mail box on pole behind you. 1 thru 4 go around the lodge and 4 is right in front of your vehicle so no need to carry water for that but starting with the tee on 4 you should load up. In addition to the aerial map that was done by a surveyor with both horizontal and vertical distances from tee to basket I'll give you a walkie talkie and if you can't find a tee or basket call me and I'll help you. It almost never happens, but occasionally. While you may run across all kinds of wildlife on the course the only ones I care about are mountain lion and rattle snake. You see either of those call me on the walkie. I'll come catch the rattle snake, the mountain lion is a bit trickier.
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Joseph P., March 2022
One of the best and most beautiful desert coaeses in the EVER!! A must for a disc golfer with a camera
Clint N, March 2022
A bucket list course for all disc golfers. Come prepared!
Justin H., June 2021
Other worldly experience. Absolute must for any disc golfer. I wouldn’t stay for less than 3 days on a trip there. They have houses for rent, or hotel style rooms, huts, or tons a awesome campground sites.
The owner is awesome. Google Moab base camp, and call him to book and get details about the trip in before you go. It’s hours from civilization on a road that can be dangerous if you don’t know what you’re getting yourself into. But it’s worth every bit of what it takes to get there.
Oh and ask about the wind caves, those are incredible!