About South Campground (UT)
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Reviews (580)
Review Summary
Paola D
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 038, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Nice area with toilet and sinks throughout the campground, they have showers & laundry right outside the park where the rentals are that was convenient. Shuttles very close by, enjoyed my stay there very much
Robert B
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Well located. Clean, organized. Great Bathrooms. You won’t find a better spot to stay at or near Zion.
Sandi R
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 077, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Lovely location. Walking distance to Zion shuttle and restaurants in town.
Elizabeth S
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
The site we had was in poor condition (serious ruts most likely due to rain runoff the week prior to our arrival). Luckily the site was oversized for the size of our RV, so we were able to use a portion which was not too bad.
Alice K
VerifiedOctober 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 084, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Very scenic camp ground. Only couple of things would make it super would be a dishwashing station by the bathrooms and no generators allowed. Otherwise a nice place to spend a couple of nights.
Short walk to the visitor center and shuttle busses. River walk way runs along the campground.
David B
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 079, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
I was pleasantly surprised to discover that site 079 was one of the best in the campground - light traffic and open, expansive views. It ended up being a better selection than the sites I wasn't able to secure and had perceived as better based on the map. The deer and quail that visited the site on multiple occasions was the cherry on top!
Corinne R
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Beautiful views. Very clean campground
Colton P
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Leighann J
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: C, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
We very much enjoyed hiking and wandering around in the canyon at Zion; however, our South campsite group site C was horrible. It was the equivalent of camping on the interstate….traffic starting around 4:30-5:00 AM from the South entrance and the Shuttle buses constantly passing by are VERY noisy going up hill to the corner. It seemed there might have been some quieter sites on the other side of the camp ground, but ours was not!
Keith F
VerifiedOctober 20, 2021 • Stayed at: 113, Loop: SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)
Bathrooms were very dirty. I watched the cleaning crew go in and do a very cursory job of wiping down the sinks and toilets while ignoring the months worth of filth on the floors, walls, door handles etc...
I was there for three days and the same trash was on the floors of the stall despite the cleaning crews visits.
Besides that, the campground is in an amazing location, and the check-in process was seamless.
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. |
