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Booking odds · May

Courthouse Rock Campground in May: How Hard Is It to Book?

Courthouse Rock Campground · UT · Moab Field Office (BLM)

The verdict

Easy

Booking difficulty 2 out of 10. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Rarely sells outBased on 3 years of reservation data

May rarely sells out — you can often book close to your trip.

Courthouse Rock Campground in May scores 2 out of 10 for booking difficulty — easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.

Across the last 3 years of reservation history, the typical May booking was locked in about 9 days before arrival, with the campground running roughly 47% full that month. The lightest arrival day is Tuesday, so shifting to a midweek start is the single easiest way to improve your odds.

Lead time

How far ahead people book

Same day: 41% of bookings41%Same day1–3d: 5% of bookings5%1–3d4–7d: 3% of bookings4–7d1–2wk: 4% of bookings4%1–2wk2–4wk: 5% of bookings5%2–4wk1–2mo: 10% of bookings10%1–2mo2–3mo: 9% of bookings9%2–3mo3–6mo: 21% of bookings21%3–6mo6mo+: 2% of bookings6mo+Median booking lead time: 9 days ahead
Demand split

Weekend vs. weekday demand

Weekend (Fri–Sat)Weekday (Sun–Thu)

Best odds: arrivals are lightest on Tuesday in May. A midweek arrival is your easiest booking.

Booking window · May 2027

When May reservations open

Reservations for Courthouse Rock Campground in May 2027 operate on a rolling 6-month window releasing at 7:00 AM ET.

May 1 stays open

November 1, 2026

at 7:00 AM ET

Release style

6-Month Rolling Window

Releases daily 6 months ahead at 7:00 AM ET

Campsites for May 1, 2027 become bookable on November 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET. Each subsequent date throughout May releases day-by-day exactly 6 months prior to arrival.

Facility note: Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Fees

How much does it cost to camp at Courthouse Rock Campground?

$20 per site per night plus a reservation fee. Payments onsite by cash, check, or through Recreation.gov mobile app. Campsites 5 and 6 are available by reservation only, no cash or check payments.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Plan B

Easier nearby options in May

If your dates are flexible, these nearby campgrounds are typically easier to book.

North Klondike Campground

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Superbowl Campground

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Buckhorn Draw

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FAQ

Courthouse Rock Campground in May: common questions

How hard is it to book Courthouse Rock Campground in May?
Courthouse Rock Campground rates 2 out of 10 for May — Easy. Usually available — you can often book close to your trip.
How far in advance should I book Courthouse Rock Campground for May?
The typical May reservation was made about 9 days before arrival, so plan to book as early as your dates allow.
When do May reservations open for Courthouse Rock Campground?
Reservations for Courthouse Rock Campground in May 2027 open on a rolling 6-month window. Sites for May 1 become bookable on November 1, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET, with each subsequent day releasing day-by-day 6 months ahead.
What is the best day to arrive at Courthouse Rock Campground in May?
Arrivals are lightest on Tuesday. A midweek arrival is usually the easiest booking.

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