South Campground

• richiecdisc
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camping in Zion is a joy

Camping in Zion is a joy. Blessed with a dry, sunny climate, a majestic setting of sheer red rock and lush forest, the park campgrounds are spacious and well cared for. Both the South Campground and Watchman are big as well as conveniently located, less than a mile from the amenities of Springdale. We opted for the South Campground our first few nights in the park and secured a great treed spot. It's no wonder we didn't want to leave. We felt guilty we didn't spend enough time at the actual spot but there's so much to do in Zion, it's hard to sit still. At any rate, it was a great place in the evenings for meals, cooling down nicely for very comfortable sleeping. This was in early May when temperatures during the day were just starting to get on the hotter side of warm.

Unique Quality: The spots are fairly well spaced and you don't feel like you are on top of your neighbor though ours at the South Campground couldn't have been nicer. He noticed our tire was low and had a pump which he gladly helped us fill the tire until I could get it fixed in town. After our backpacking trip. We stayed at the Watchman for one night as the South campground was full. It turned out to be just about as nice though our particular spot might not have been quite as perfect. Views of from both are fantastic. You are right in Zion Valley and it's sheer red rock rises up from all around you. Spots are a very reasonable $16 per night and there is a 14 day limit on your stay, probably for good reason as I'm sure many people would overstay it if they could!

• Opinion of Price: least expensive
• Related to: Camping, Budget Travel, National/State Park

South Campground Photo: what an incredible place to camp

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• Toughluck
• Reviews: 1687

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Camping in the Park

Open: March through October.
South Campground information: 1-435-772-3256

• Opinion of Price: least expensive
• Related to: National/State Park, Adventure Travel, Family Travel

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• skanda
• Reviews: 32

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Camping with a view

We arrived late in the afternoon. The only place left was an invalide spot, which wasn't the best spot to put a tent on. It was all asfalt. Not that great!

Unique Quality: The campground looks small because of all the winding paths.

• Opinion of Price: about average
• Related to: Budget Travel, Camping

South Campground

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• goingsolo
• Reviews: 2750

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Camping outside the park

Zion Canyon campground is about a half mile from the park's south entrance. There are hot showers as well as laundry facilities and a huge convenience store offering all kinds of supplies.

• Opinion of Price: N/A

South Campground Photo: Zion National Park

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• KimberlyAnn
• Reviews: 1076

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Zion Canyon Campground and Cabins

Open all year this campground is only one half mile from the south gate to Zion National Park. There is 50 amps electricity available, dump station, and weekly rates. If you are in a tent pets are not allowed. The campground has 14 acres, some back-in sites on the Virgin River and many pull-through sites. A seasonal swimming pool, playground, and recreation room are within the campground. 11 cabins are also available for $40 - $60 in 2001.
Camping were $16-$24 for 2 in 2001.

• Opinion of Price: least expensive
• Related to: Family Travel, Budget Travel, National/State Park

South Campground Photo: Hazy Day Near Campground

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