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
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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

Tristan L

Verified

October 5, 2026 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Beautiful location with easy access to the interstate. Our pad was quiet and easy to access. The bathroom was clean (bring your own toilet paper). The scenery is stunning and the walking trails make it all accessible.

Jeff V

Verified

October 4, 2026 • Stayed at: 94, Loop: Lower Loop

3

Hwy is nearby and noisy until late at night. Bathrooms clean and no smell. Very nice to be close to the river! Shade structure appreciated.

Melissa M

Verified

September 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Upper Loop

5

The campsite was clean and the location is stunning. It is close to the main road but not too noisey. Our pitch was close to others but they were not occupied. A great campsite

Tom B

Verified

September 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 62, Loop: Upper Loop

4

was a bit difficult to find a spot, internet was not great and couldn't scan code or book online. quiet area. enjoyed being there.

Maureen G

Verified

July 22, 2026 • Stayed at: 94, Loop: Lower Loop

5

Really enjoyed the two Lower loop sites I stayed in, each with very short hike to river beach access.

John M

Verified

July 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 92, Loop: Lower Loop

4

Campground was very nice for the amount of money. Bathrooms and sites were clean. Nice proximity to the river. Only complain was the signage that was 10+ years old showing the lower loop as a recreational area only and camping was only on the upper loop. Pulled in at night and drove around for a while looking for campsite. A sigh showing what campsites in what loop would be nice. Only portable hookup was at the camp host site which wasn't there. All other hookups were turned off.

Randal B

Verified

July 3, 2026 • Stayed at: 69, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Very nice clean and safe place. Beautiful views with easy access.

Elsa A

Verified

June 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: Upper Loop

5

Muy limpio fácil de encontrar el lugar, baños, limpios, muy económico, quedarse aquí, campamento, hermoso, rodeado de enormes montañas de piedra

Craig M

Verified

June 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 92, Loop: Lower Loop

1

Someone was in the spot we reserved on line.

Thomas S

Verified

June 10, 2026 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: Upper Loop

4

Sites are easy to access. Watch the weather, drinking water is available, but when it gets hot, it stays hot for a while after sundown.

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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