South Campground
Reservations for South Campground are available up to 14 days before your arrival and may extend up to two days beyond this 14-day booking window. For visitors to Zion National Park, South Campground is an ideal place to stay. Located near the park's south entrance, the campground is just a short walk from the main visitor center, the Zion Canyon Shuttle System and the adjacent town of Springdale. The canyon and most of the park's trails are only accessible by shuttle bus from approximately the end of February until the end of November each year. Season Dates: South Campground is open from early March to the end of October. Reservations are available up to 14 days before your arrival.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 106 |
| Walk-in | 18 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 57 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
124 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A 01 | A | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 02 | A | Standard | Back-in | 43 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 03 | A | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 04 | A | Standard | Back-in | 42 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 05 | A | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 06 | A | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 07 | A | Standard | Back-in | 37 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 08 | A | Standard | Back-in | 46 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 09 | A | Standard | Back-in | 28 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| A 11 | A | Standard | Back-in | 31 | Paved | None | No / No | 6 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 60 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Dark sky | Inside Zion National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
| Accessibility | Sites A 29, A 31, A 35, A 58 and 5 more are listed accessible |
Flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, firepits and a dump station are provided at this facility. Four group sites are available that can accommodate RVs and tents. There are no hook-ups in this campground. Generators can be used during specific hours.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Las Vegas, St. George or other points south on Interstate 15: Travel north to Exit 16, towards Hurricane. Follow State Route 9 east for 12 miles (19 km) to La Verkin and turn right to continue on State Route 9 towards Zion National Park. After passing through Springdale, arrive at South Entrance of Zion.
| Nearest town | Springdale, Utah |
| Coordinates | 37.2017° N, 112.9856° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
- Individual Site: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you modify your reservation or change your stay dates. Cancelling your reservation prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time two nights before your stay will incur a $10 cancellation fee. Camping reservations cancelled the day before and day of arrival incur a $10 cancellation fee and forfeit the first night's use fee.
- If you need to cancel or modify your reservation after 12:00 am Eastern Time the day of your arrival you must contact campground staff at [email protected].
- Group campsite: Customers who cancel a group site reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
26 mi from the campground
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Zion Outdoor ↗ | 1.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV ↗ | 18 mi |
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Worth a stop
The town of Springdale has shopping, art galleries, shower facilities, restaurants. equipment rental businesses, gas stations, markets, bike rentals, library and health clinic.
- 0.1 mi
- 0.1 miZion Canyon Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 0.3 miZion Nature Center ↗Visitor center
- 12.5 miOrderville Gulch Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Zion Wilderness.
- inZion Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 124,406 acres
- 3.5 miCanaan Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 44,447 acres
- 11.4 miDixie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,711,285 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- South Campground AmphitheaterStructure · Springdale · 0.2 mi
- Oak Creek Irrigation CanalStructure · Springdale · 0.3 mi
- South Entrance SignObject · Springdale · 0.3 mi
Natural features
Zion is known for its dynamic geologic history. The South Campground and Amphitheater were built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the early 1930s. The project was completed and opened to the public in the spring of 1935. The Virgin River, a narrow but powerful river that carved out the canyon over time, runs adjacent to the campground. Cottonwood trees surrounding the campsite turn golden in the fall. Although the campground is moderately forested, most of the campsites are in partial to full sun but visitors can cool off in the cold river when temperatures peak during summer. The months of July and August in particular bring a higher concentration of ants in the campsites, which seem to come out especially after the monsoons, but are present all summer long. August and September bring yellowjackets.
Recreation
Hikers can access three trails directly from the facility: the Watchman Trail, a moderate trail that ascends the peak behind the campground; the Archeology Trail, which offers a light hike to an archeological site; and the Pa'rus Trail, a paved walking and biking trail that runs alongside the river, and the only trail in the park that allows dogs. The Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the Zion Canyon Shuttle System are a short walk from the campground. Many popular rock climbing routes are within a short shuttle bus ride into the main canyon. Use of OHVs and ATVs is prohibited in Zion National Park.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at South Campground?
Sites at South Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at South Campground?
Check-in 12:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at South Campground?
Individual Site: A $10.00 service fee will apply if you modify your reservation or change your stay dates. Cancelling your reservation prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time two nights before your stay will incur a $10 cancellation fee.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does South Campground have?
128 sites, including 106 standard sites without power and 18 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at South Campground?
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at South Campground?
Flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, firepits and a dump station are provided at this facility.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at South Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at South Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at South Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at South Campground?
Sites A 29, A 31, A 35, and A 58 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 9 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is South Campground good for stargazing?
Yes. South Campground sits inside Zion National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at South Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at South Campground?
Hikers can access three trails directly from the facility: the Watchman Trail, a moderate trail that ascends the peak behind the campground; the Archeology Trail, which offers a light hike to an archeological site; and the Pa'rus Trail, a paved walking and biking trail that runs alongside the river,
Source: Recreation