South Campground

Reservable First-Time VisitorsHikersRVers

117 Total Sites

$35 Per Night

Reservable Booking

Seasonal Open Season

The Quick Take

South Campground is Zion's most walkable basecamp -- half a mile from the South Entrance and a short stroll to the visitor center, shuttle stops, and the gateway town of Springdale. With well over a hundred sites spread along the Virgin River, it delivers convenience that Watchman Campground across the road can only partly match, though you trade the electrical hookups and flush toilets Watchman offers. The sites here are relatively close together and the atmosphere leans more toward organized efficiency than wilderness solitude, but that proximity to the canyon shuttle makes it a launchpad for Angels Landing and The Narrows without fighting for parking. Note that the campground is currently closed for rehabilitation, so check NPS updates before planning. Best suited for first-time Zion visitors who want to maximize trail time and minimize logistics.

First-Time VisitorsHikersRVersConvenience Seekers

Booking

Reserve Your Campsite

All 117 sites are reservable.

Book at Zion Lodges

Phone 4357723256

Checkout - Check-out time is 11:00 am.

Booking tip: Book exactly 14 days out at midnight Eastern when the reservation window opens -- waiting even a few hours on weekends between April and October means you are already too late.

What You Get

Potable Water

Dump Station

Cell Service

Flush Toilets

Camp Store

Firewood for Sale

Amphitheater

Ice for Sale

Food Storage Lockers

Trash & Recycling

Host On-Site

Showers

Internet / WiFi

Laundry

Electrical Hookups

Sites & Setup

Total Sites 117

Reservable 117

Group Sites 4

Tent-Only 8

Walk-in / Boat-in 8

RV Information

RVs allowed. No electrical hookups. Generators permitted during designated hours.

Accessibility

Accessible restrooms available. There are nine planned ADA accessible campsites. Accessible campsites will be connected to nearby accessible restrooms via paved paths. The Pa'rus Trail, a paved trail which connects to the campground, can be traversed by wheelchairs with assistance. This trail follows the Virgin River and connects to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

Rules to Know

Fires:- No fires are permitted when fire restrictions are in place.
Generators:- Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am.
Checkout:- Check-out time is 11:00 am.

Pro Tips

Camping Tip

Reservations open on a rolling two-week window, so set a calendar reminder for exactly 14 days before your target arrival date and book the moment the window opens -- popular fall weekends sell out within minutes.

Camping Tip

Springdale is a half-mile walk from camp, which means you can grab a real dinner at Oscar's Cafe or resupply at Sol Foods without moving your car. The Pa'rus Trail also starts nearby and is one of the only paved, bike-friendly paths in the canyon.

Camping Tip

There are no showers on site, so either pack biodegradable wipes for quick cleanups or walk into Springdale where a couple of outfitters offer pay showers. Also bring your own firewood -- it is not sold in the campground, and collecting wood in the park is prohibited.

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South Campground

Getting There

Directions

South Campground is located near the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, ½ mile away from the South Entrance at Springdale, Utah. After entering the park, head straight on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. After roughly ¼ mile, there will be a sign for the South Campground. Take a right and follow the signs to the campground.

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