Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area

Virgin River flowing next to the Lower Loop
ADA Site 94
Sheltered Site with the Paiute Mountains
North Restroom
Inside of the flush toilet restrooms

Featured amenities

River Access River Access

Available sites

25 total sites

About Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area

The Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area is located along Interstate 15 approximately 20 mi southwest of St. George, Utah and approximately 20 mi northeast of Mesquite, Nevada. It's accessed from the Cedar Pocket Exit (mile post 18). The overnight-use fee is $8 per site per night and the day-use fee is $2 per vehicle. Overnight use is limited to 14-night stays. The recreation area currently has 25 of the best sites only available through recreation.gov reservations. The remaining 83 sites are first come, first serve (FF) payable by using the Scan and Pay feature on the recreation.gov app. Please come prepared by either making a reservation here before arrival OR having the recreation.gov app installed with login setup to pay onsite with the scan and pay option. 

Activities & Attractions

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Birding

Birding

Year-round
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Oct 1 to Nov 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

25 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 103, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 13, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 19, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 20, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 24, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 25, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 28, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 34, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 36, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 38, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 46, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 62, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 65, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 69, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 70, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 71, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 72, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 73, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 74, Loop: Upper Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire
⛺ 89, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 92, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 93, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 94, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 96, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 97, Loop: Lower Loop Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews (328)

What Guests Are Saying

The Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with clean facilities and stunning views, making it a great stop for travelers. Many appreciate the easy access to the river and hiking trails, as well as the reasonable pricing. However, some issues were noted, including outdated signage, limited water access for RVs, and occasional noise from the highway. Overall, it provides a peaceful, scenic experience, especially in cooler seasons.

Review Summary

4.3
328 reviews
5
53.7%
176
4
30.8%
101
3
7.9%
26
2
4.6%
15
1
3.0%
10

Daniel D

Verified

September 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Upper Loop

5

-

Rick L

Verified

September 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 38, Loop: Upper Loop

3

Decided not to stay here as it was right next to the very busy highway. The weather was bad which also contributed to our decision. It seems like the sites were open and there were restroom facilities.

Nicolas W

Verified

August 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Decided to break my journey here on my way to Moab in August, and there was hardly anyone around. Got to the campground around sunset time and didn’t have to worry about someone taking over my spot. Beautiful camp site (34), and it is also tent friendly as there is enough space to set up tents even though it doesn’t have a tent pad.

Luis S

Verified

August 7, 2023 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Good

Paula H

Verified

July 29, 2023 • Stayed at: 46, Loop: Upper Loop

1

We were very disappointed with Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area. We had our camping equipment stolen and then we had someone taking our site as well while we were driving around. There was nothing on the site post to show we reserved our site. We will never go to Virgin River Canyon.

Jack C

July 12, 2023

4

Very nice park. Restrooms clean and has running water. Will stay again next time we go by.

Robert C

Verified

July 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 20, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Easy pull through sites. Beautiful area.

Bruce Deborah L

Verified

June 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 96, Loop: Lower Loop

3

Nice pavement, excellent access to restrooms, nice venture down to river. Only complaint is very un level parking and a good amount of what seemed to be homeless. Harmless tho. Just dishwashing and such in the restrooms and late nite arrivals. Wife was very nervous, but I felt safe with my pew pew by my side. I would stay here again, but wife wouldn’t.

Heidi R

Verified

June 21, 2023 • Stayed at: 34, Loop: Upper Loop

5

We were very happy with the campground and our campsite. We didn’t know what to expect since we hadn’t been there before. It was very quiet and super private. We had great views of the canyon and the river. You can’t beat the price either. We would definitely stay here again as long as it was not too hot.

Jonas F

Verified

June 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Upper Loop

4

When we visited the campground, there were only a few other travelers. We reserved a ground in advance but it was not at all necessary. Though, we had a nicer place, so if you want to make sure to have a table that is underneath a roof, better reserve a spot. Apart from that, the facilities were proper, the location was very nice and there is nothing much to complain about.

Location & Directions for Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area

X624+67, Littlefield, AZ 86432 United States

Elevation: 692 ft

Getting There

Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area is located along Interstate 15 approximately 20 mi southwest of St. George, Utah and approximately 20 mi northeast of Mesquite, Nevada. The recreation area is at the Cedar Pocket Exit (Mile Post 18).

Nearest town

Littlefield, AZ - 10 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Highway access

Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area is accessible via Interstate 15, located at the Cedar Pocket Exit (Mile Post 18), approximately 20 miles southwest of St. George, Utah and 20 miles northeast of Mesquite, Nevada.

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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Population: 70

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St. George, UT

Approx. 16 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 1,857 ft

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