South Campground
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About
South Campground is located near the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, ½ mile from the South Entrance at Springdale, Utah. Tent, RV, and group campsites are typically available by reservation from mid-March through October 31. All sites include a parking space, a picnic table, a fire ring, and space for a tent or RV/camper. All campsites in South Campground require reservations. Reservations can be made up to two (2) weeks in advance. First-come, first-served sites are not available.
Campsites
Location
Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
Springdale, UT 84767
Fees
Hours
South Campground is currently closed for rehabilitation. The campground is typically open from mid-March through October 31st.
Reservations
Once open, reservations for campsites at South Campground can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations are typically available up to 14 days in advance. Park campgrounds are full nearly every night during the peak season; early reservations are strongly encouraged.
Make a Reservation →Directions
South Campground is located near the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, ½ mile away from the South Entrance at Springdale, Utah. After entering the park, head straight on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. After roughly ¼ mile, there will be a sign for the South Campground. Take a right and follow the signs to the campground.
Weather
Zion is known for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and day/night temperatures may differ by over 30°F. More details are on our weather webpage: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/weather-and-climate.htm
Accessibility
There are nine planned ADA accessible campsites. Accessible campsites will be connected to nearby accessible restrooms via paved paths. The Pa'rus Trail, a paved trail which connects to the campground, can be traversed by wheelchairs with assistance. This trail follows the Virgin River and connects to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.
The park does not offer public internet service. Nearby businesses may have public wifi.
Cell service is generally reliable within the campground. Signal can be spotty depending on your carrier and how busy the park is.
Seasonal fire restrictions are common - check with a ranger or camp host for current fire restrictions. Fires are only permitted in the furnished grates at each site. Only common fuel sources (such as firewood or charcoal) may be used. No burning of trash or manufactured/synthetic materials is allowed. Fires should never be left unattended and must be fully extinguished before leaving. Wood gathering is prohibited within the park. Purchase wood in nearby communities. Gas or liquid-fueled stoves and lanterns are allowed, but they should only be lit on bare ground away from vegetation. Lanterns may not be hung from trees. For additional regulations details, visit https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/camping-regulations.htm
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Sites and their parking areas are a variety of sizes. Length limits for each site are provided in the site details on recreation.gov.
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All services are available in Springdale, Utah, one half-mile away. Additional regulations can be found on the park's camping regulations page at https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/camping-regulations.htm
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South Campground has nine planned ADA accessible sites. New restroom buildings will have improved accessibility as well.
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Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Developed Campground