Navajo Lake Campground
Navajo Lake Campground, located on the south shore of Navajo Lake, it provides a spectacular setting for boating, camping, fishing, hiking, biking and photography. Boat rentals, launching, and cabin lodging are available at nearby Navajo Lake Lodge. The Virgin River Rim Trail is accessible from the campground; it offers panoramic views of Zion National Park, Virgin River Rim and the Kolob Plateau.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
| Tent-only | 11 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 60 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
27 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Lower | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 13 | Lower | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 14 | Lower | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 15 | Lower | Standard | Back-in | 40 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 16 | Lower | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 17 | Lower | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | 16 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 18 | Lower | Tent only | Back-in | 12 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 19 | Lower | Tent only | Back-in | 12 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 20 | Lower | Tent only | Back-in | 12 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
| 21 | Lower | Tent only | Back-in | 12 | Paved | 8 / 1 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 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 | 6.9 miles from Cedar Breaks National Monument, a certified International Dark Sky Park |
Navajo Lake Campground features 15 single sites, one double site and 11 walk-in tent only sites. Each site has a fire ring and a picnic table. Drinking water is available through spigots, there are flush toilets and a accessible vault toilet. There is a primitive (dirt) boat landing located within the campground for smaller vessels. OHV/ATVs including street legal are allowed for ingress and egress (to and from your campsite to the road) only.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | Late May to Early September |
| Forest | Dixie National Forest |
| Fees | For current pricing and availability, visit www.recreation.gov |
| Rules | Quiet hours between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Campfires in developed fire pits only. Fireworks are prohibited. Dogs must be on leash. OHV/ATV use prohibited in the campground. Maximum length of stay: 14 days |
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Getting there
Go east from Cedar City on Scenic Byway SR 14, 25 miles to the Navajo Lake road turnoff to the south. Follow the Navajo Lake road 5 miles to Navajo Lake campground.
| Nearest town | Cedar City, Utah |
| Coordinates | 37.5212° N, 112.7892° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- This is not a large campground but the coziness is what makes it a very special place as you see the sun come up over the lake.
- Joy riding is not allowed in the campground or on the beach.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedLake Piles Rx
1 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 ↗ | 1.8 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 18.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Gander RV ↗ | 37.3 mi |
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Worth a stop
Boat rentals, a boat dock, rustic cabin lodging is available at nearby Navajo Lake Lodge. Duck Creek Pond is seven miles east, with excellent fishing. The Duck Creek Visitor Center was used years ago as an Ranger Station in the 1930's through the 1960's although some of the buildings have been removed the Visitor Center still stands and is managed by volunteers that can porvide you with all the area informaion you would like. Cedar Breaks National Monument is 10 miles away, with hiking trails, guided tours and breathtaking scenery. Just outside Cedar Breaks is the Ashdown Gorge Wilderness Area, where hikers will find miles of trails and the Twisted Forest which is a stand of ancient bristlecone pine.
- 9.8 miChamberlain's Ranch Trailhead ↗Trailhead
- 13.1 miOrderville Gulch Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miNavajo Trail1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miLodge Trail0.07 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miSpruces Trail0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miLake View Ski0.8 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.1 miDeer Valley Ski Connector0.3 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
- 1.1 miNavajo Lake Loop Trail ↗8.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Dixie National Forest.
- inDixie National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,711,285 acres
- 7.7 miDeep Creek North Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Bureau of Land Management · 4,478 acres
- 7.9 miAshdown Gorge Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,085 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
- Caretaker's CabinBuilding · Cedar City · 7 mi
- Visitor CenterBuilding · Cedar City · 7.3 mi
Natural features
Navajo Lake dike was constructed many years ago to provide area visitors with an excellent recreational experience that provides fishing and boating for all ages. The dike is a very popular place to catch fish in the deeper waters if you are fishing from shore. Water travels from under the lake through a 2 mile lava tube and exits at what is called Cascade Falls. Cascade Falls is a must see trail that follows the rim 3/4 miles to the falls.
Recreation
Navajo Lake offers great canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Hiking and biking are popular activities as well. The 32-mile Virgin River Rim Trail passes a short distance from the campground and is open to hiking, mountain biking, foot travel and horseback riding. The Navajo Lake loop trail is accessed from the campground on the Navajo Lake trail. The Navajo Lake Loop trail is very popular with cyclist and is an 11 mile loop.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Navajo Lake Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Navajo Lake Campground?
For current pricing and availability, visit www.recreation.gov
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Navajo Lake Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Navajo Lake Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season Late May to Early September.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Navajo Lake Campground have?
28 sites, including 16 standard sites without power and 11 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Navajo Lake 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 Navajo Lake Campground?
Drinking water is available through spigots, there are flush toilets and a accessible vault toilet.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Navajo Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Navajo Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Navajo Lake 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. Quiet hours between 10 p.m.
Source: Fire nearby
Is Navajo Lake Campground good for stargazing?
Cedar Breaks National Monument, a certified International Dark Sky Park, is 6.9 miles away. Skies that dark carry for miles; a moonless night here should show the Milky Way.
Source: DarkSky International
What is there to do at Navajo Lake Campground?
Navajo Lake offers great canoeing, kayaking and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Navajo Lake Campground?
Cedar City, Utah. Boat rentals, a boat dock, rustic cabin lodging is available at nearby Navajo Lake Lodge.
Source: Getting there