About South Campground (UT)
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Reviews (580)
Review Summary
Isabella T
VerifiedApril 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Easy access to the visitor center to hop on the park shuttles! Great location and view. Zion outfitters is within walking distance for public showers!
Michael S
VerifiedApril 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
nice campsite in a beautiful location. close but not too close to the bathrooms.
ben s
VerifiedApril 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 120, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
The campsite and bathrooms were clean. The rules about hammock hanging were unclear and arbitary but overall happy with the expereince
Daniel O
VerifiedApril 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 048, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Only thing that would make this 5 stars is if it had showers. Has a good amount t of flush toilets, each space is fairly large and the location is super convenient right next to the visitor center and easy to hop on a a shuttle, but separate enough where visitors don't often trek through the grounds.
Mona L
VerifiedApril 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 102, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
I hope the parks will figure out how to moderate the reservation system better. Consistently, parks are “full” yet they are 1/3 empty, pretty sad and frustrating. Why not have a decent percentage be first-come/first-served vs. an entire park on reservation? The no-show hit needs to be felt, as people book it, just in case they want to use it, but many never bother to cancel as it just doesn’t hurt enough. Changes need to be made obviously - try driving around a “full” campground and see how many empty campsites
there are. I get the parks lack of motivation I suppose, you get the $$$ when it’s “full,” regardless of how many empty campsites there are. However, as a camper and tax payer - quite frankly, it sucks.
Nathan H
VerifiedApril 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
We stayed at #88 for one night and really enjoyed our time there. We ended up going to Watchman Camp the next night, which wad also really nice. We really enjoyed the sound of the flowing Virgin River during the night at South. Would book there again.
JOHN B
VerifiedApril 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
our site was next to a group site--the party there was a bit loud-my advice to others--avoid camping next to a group site, at least one that had seven very young campers who couldn't seem to understand concern for others.
Garrett G
VerifiedApril 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 054, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Camp site was clean with plenty of shade. We could not have asked for a better place to camp.
Kami W
VerifiedApril 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
The reservation process can be extremely frustrating, especially if you want to camp for more than three nights. You either have to hope and pray that you are able to re-reserve your campsite, or pack up all of your camp and MOVE to another site. There's got to be a better way to do this!
Matthew C
VerifiedApril 25, 2022 • Stayed at: 076, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Nice basic campground. Easy walking distance to the visitor center and shuttles, nice views at sunrise and sunset.
Location South Campground (UT)
Address:
State Hwy 9
Springdale, UT, 84767
United States
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. Take the second right after the entrance station. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite.
From Salt Lake City, Interstate 70 or other points north on Interstate 15: Travel south to Exit 27, towards Toquerville. In 6.1 miles (15.5 km) turn left onto State Route 9 towards Zion National Park. After passing through Springdale, arrive at South Entrance. Take the second right after the entrance station. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite.
From Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, Kanab or other points south on U.S. 89: Travel north to State Route 9. Turn left and follow State Route 9 west for 13 miles (33 km) to the East Entrance of Zion National Park. Continue straight for 12 miles (19 km), then turn left at the sign for South Campground. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite.
From Bryce Canyon National Park, Panguitch or other points north on U.S. 89: Travel south to State Route 9. Turn right and follow State Route 9 west for 13 miles (33 km) to the East Entrance of Zion National Park. Continue straight for 12 miles (19 km), then turn left at the sign for South Campground. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.2017 / -112.986
Elevation: 1197 feet
Policies & Rules
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Photo ID: The primary occupant listed on the camping reservation must present a photo ID upon check-in at Zion National Park campgrounds. The name of the primary occupant cannot be changed once a reservation is made. This rule is in place due to the competitive nature of the location and to prevent visitors from re-selling their site. |
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Entrance fee: Zion National Park collects a separate park entrance. You may pay this fee upon arrival or purchase in advance. The park also honors valid America the Beautiful-the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands passes (also known as interagency passes, e.g., Senior, 4th Grade, Military, etc.). Visit the park's Fees & Passes web page for details. |
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Pass Discounts. Lifetime Passes (e.g., Senior, Access, Golden Age Senior and Golden Age Access) may allow a 50% discount off camping. The pass must be present upon check-in with valid ID. The pass only allows a 50% discount on one site (group sites are not discounted). |
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VEHICLE SIZE LIMITS. There are length, height and width limits to drive on Utah State Route 9 between the East Entrance and the campgrounds:• Vehicle Length: Single or combined vehicles over 50 ft. (15 m) long are prohibited from traveling through the park between the East Entrance and the campground. If your total length is greater than 50 ft., you must enter the park through the South Entrance near the town of Springdale.• Vehicle Height Limit: Vehicles taller than 13 ft. (33 m) are prohibited from traveling through the park between the East Entrance and the campground.• Vehicle Width Limit: Vehicles 7'10' (2.4 m) in width or 11'4' (3.4 m) in height or larger require one-lane traffic control through the Zion Mt. Carmel Tunnel, located between the east entrance and the campground. Nearly all RVs, trailers, fifth-wheels, dual-wheel trucks and campers require a tunnel escort. Visitors requiring this service must purchase a $15 tunnel permit at the entrance station, valid for two trips through the tunnel for the same vehicle during a 7 day period. The Zion Mt. Carmel Tunnel is open for over-sized vehicles from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. during peak season with reduced hours during non-peak season. Visit the Zion Mt. Carmel Tunnel web page operation hours. |
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Maximum Stay. There is a 14 day maximum stay. |
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Generators. Generators are allowed from 8:00 am to 10:00 am and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm |
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No Shower or Laundry Facilities. These amenities can be found in the town of Springdale. |
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Hammocks. Hammocks are only allowed in the footprint of the campsite. If attaching to trees, the tree diameter must be greater than 10 inches (25 cm) and be padded. |
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Tree Tents. Tree Tents are not allowed in Watchman or South Campground. |
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Campfires. Campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings. If it is especially dry or windy, Zion may not allow campfires in these rings, either. The park will post any fire restrictions on the Current Conditions page. Campers are responsible for understanding current fire restrictions. Do not leave fires unattended. Extinguish them with water until they are cool to the touch. Wood gathering is prohibited in the park. |
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Food and garbage must be stored properly at all times. Food should be stored inside a vehicle or a lockable hard sided container. Garbage should be secured in the same way or be disposed of in the receptacles provided in the campground. Food is defined as food, drinks, toiletries, cosmetics, pet food and bowls, and any other scented items. Coolers, dirty stoves, grills, non-disposable tableware and cookware must be washed or stored in the same manner as food. Feeding wildlife is strictly prohibited. |
