About Watchman Campground
Number of accommodations: 184
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
River Access
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- River Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (671)
What Guests Are Saying
Watchman Campground offers a stunning setting with well-maintained facilities and convenient access to Zion National Park and nearby amenities. Campers appreciated the clean bathrooms, beautiful views, and wildlife sightings, including deer and falcons. While some noted noise issues and the lack of showers, the overall experience is highly recommended for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and prime location.
What Guests Are Saying
Watchman Campground offers a stunning setting with well-maintained facilities and convenient access to Zion National Park and nearby amenities. Campers appreciated the clean bathrooms, beautiful views, and wildlife sightings, including deer and falcons. While some noted noise issues and the lack of showers, the overall experience is highly recommended for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and prime location.
Review Summary
briant v
VerifiedJanuary 13, 2026 • Stayed at: D029, Loop: Loop D
Was good
David S
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2026 • Stayed at: B036, Loop: Loop B
I know there is currently a big renovation being completed at the South Campground. Hopefully there are plans for the same at Watchman. It's showing it's age. Some of the simple maintenance isn't being done by the staff. The restrooms were not well kept, the dump station non-potable water was inoperative, leaves were everywhere creating a big fire hazard, and the fire ring in our spot obviously hadn't had the coals cleaned out in months as it was full to the brim. The campground ranger had the odacity to come lecture me about fire safety, yet they weren't doing their jobs in keeping the fire hazards at bay. For the fees we are charged, plus our tax dollars, for a national park this just isn't acceptable.
Virginia S
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2026 • Stayed at: F007, Loop: Loop F
The campground is in gorgeous Zion National Park. The Winter is mild (usually), and the campground hosts were friendly, attentive and helpful. Restrooms were clean. I just wish they didn't limit it to two weeks a year.
Kristen W
VerifiedJanuary 12, 2026 • Stayed at: C007, Loop: Loop C
Campground was fantastic. Someone was in our spot when we arrived but the ranger was so kind and helped us resolve the issue. Bathrooms were clean and warm. Would love to stay here again!
Lindsay N
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2026 • Stayed at: B018c, Loop: Loop B
Absolutely beautiful. Not as busy as usual.
Trinity C
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2026 • Stayed at: C027, Loop: Loop C
Great facilities, clean and close to the visitor center and easy walk into town if you need to.
Cell signal is great at the campsites.
Carolyn B
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2026 • Stayed at: B044, Loop: Loop B
We throughly enjoyed our stay at Watchman Campground. Camp hosts were very friendly and helpful with any questions we had. They also expressed their appreciation for us being creative on how we hung our lights around camp since you cannot hang stuff of of the trees. The bathrooms were heated and clean. A 8 min walk or 2 min bike ride to Springdale to Zion Outfitters & you can pay for showers. Restaurants, a small market, and even a spa all right there. The visitor center and shuttle bus is also super close, it’s right by the entrance to the camp area. The cell service was good (Verizon) and the electricity (Loop B) was excellent. We ran our diesel heater to keep warm in our ikamper (40 degrees at night) and ran an electric blanket. Everyone was respectful around us and one of our most enjoyable trips. Best part was the river rushing by our sight drowning out any noises from others making it feel like we were all alone. Deers and a Blue Heroins hung out and didn’t mind us watching. Definitely keep food up and have bear spray because next to the Deer print was huge predator prints following them. Possible coyote, bear, or mountain lion….
Michael P
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2026 • Stayed at: B048, Loop: Loop B
Great experience again!
John D
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2026 • Stayed at: C011, Loop: Loop C
This campground, inside Mt. Zion National Park, is a very well set up site. I stayed in the A Loop (recommend if you have dogs as there is an asphalt driveway which helps keep the pups from dragging the crushed granite inside.) Electric hookups only, but there is a sewer and water station merely feet away. Some of the sites have huge parking area (I was in A029), that could easily fit a car or tow vehicle. And the views...amazing.
Dan S
VerifiedJanuary 9, 2026 • Stayed at: D003, Loop: Loop D
NP ranger was extremely helpful in securing my site ingo and providing repeated information so I could fully enjoy the park experience and see the sights - enjoy the resource
An amazing positive experience in large part due to ranger efforts / assistance
Location Watchman Campground
Address:
S.R. 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 first right after the entrance station towards the Visitor Center. After passing the Visitor Center, you will enter Watchman Campground. Stop at campground kiosk 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 first right after the entrance station towards the Visitor Center. After passing the Visitor Center, you will enter Watchman Campground. Stop at campground kiosk 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 Watchman Campground and Visitor Center. Stop at campground kiosk 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 Watchman Campground and Visitor Center. Stop at campground kiosk for directions to your campsite.
Watchman Campground is accessible via State Route 9, which connects to Interstate 15 at Exit 16 to the south and to U.S. 89 to the north.
Latitude & Longitude: 37.1986 / -112.986
Elevation: 1196 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- 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.
- 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.
- Pass Discounts. Lifetime Passes (e.g., Senior, Access, Golden Age Senior and Golden Age Access) and Annual Senior passes may allow a 50% discount on 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).
- VEHICLE SIZE LIMITS. There are length, height and width limits for driving on Utah State Route 9 between the East Entrance and the campgrounds:• Length Limit: 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.• Height Limit: Vehicles taller than 13 ft. (33 m) are prohibited from traveling through the park between the East Entrance and the campground.• 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 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MT year-round. Visit the Zion Mt. Carmel Tunnel web page operation hours.
- Generators are not allowed in the campground.
- No Shower or Laundry Facilities. These amenities are available in the town of Springdale.
- Hammocks: The use of hammocks and slacklines are prohibited.
- Campfires. Campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings. If it is especially dry or windy, Zion may not allow campfires in the fire 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.
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more. Gathering of firewood within Zion National Park is prohibited.
- To contact Watchman campground: please email comments/questions/late arrival information to zion_watchman_campground@nps.gov or call 435-772-3837.
- 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.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
