Zion National Park

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Zion National Park, 1 Zion Park Blvd., State Route 9
Springdale, UT 84767

Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls of a narrow slot canyon. Zion’s unique array of plants and animals will enchant you as you absorb the rich history of the past and enjoy the excitement of present-day adventures.

Directions

Zion National Park's South Entrance and administrative offices are located near Springdale, Utah. This area, called Zion Canyon, is where most campsites and popular hikes are located. Zion Canyon can also be accessed through the park's East Entrance, which is west of Mt. Carmel Junction, Utah. Once inside the park, Zion Canyon can be explored via the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. For most of the year, the scenic drive is only open to shuttle busses. Board shuttles at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Reviews

Zion National Park's Watchman Campground continues to impress with its clean, well-maintained facilities and spectacular views. The location remains highly convenient, offering proximity to shuttle stops, nearby amenities like grocery stores and hiking shops, and access to popular trails. While some sites are spacious, a few spots, particularly in the B018 section, are notably small and cramped. The park's heat during summer months remains a key consideration for campers. On-site showers remain unavailable, though pay showers outside the gate are within walking distance, and lack of shade due to few trees is a recurring concern. The campground is quiet overall, though night winds can be strong, and noise from campers and shuttle buses is still noted.

Clean, well-maintained facilities with modern amenities (picnic tables, grills)

Spectacular views and close proximity to shuttle stops and amenities

Access to nearby grocery, spa, and hiking accessory stores within walking distance

Facilities include electric hookups at some sites

Quiet and accessible with convenient trail access

No on-site showers; pay showers require short walk off-site

Limited or no shade due to tree removal and open paved grounds

Some campsites, especially B018 section, are very small and cramped

Summer heat can be intense and uncomfortable

Strong winds at night can disrupt sleep

7,137 reviews

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Larry D

Campground:Watchman Campground

Loop:Loop B

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Reviewed 8 days ago

Loved the campground, plenty of restrooms and very clean, we are basically a Boondocker, but they do have electricity and have water Spicket so you can fill your jugs up, which makes it very convenient. Visitor center is right there by the campground so you can just walk over there instead of looking for a parking space and get on the tram to take you up the hill to all the sites. As I said very clean very nice. Enjoy your time and will definitely stay there again if we come that way.

Laura W

Campground:Watchman Campground

Loop:Loop D

Site:

Reviewed 8 days ago

Well, that was ok. At the Visitor's Center was a very loud, live country music concert that went on for quite a while. So hundreds of us who were hoping to listen to the sounds of nature and enjoy a quiet evening at our camps were subjected to that. If the poor park service made lots of money from that, I guess they need it. Otherwise, it was just rude. That said, the bathrooms were clean, the other campers were pretty quiet, and it wasn't bad for a close-packed campground. Next time I'll look for dispersed camping outside the park.

Michael B

Campground:Watchman Campground

Loop:Loop B

Site:

Reviewed 8 days ago

Great stay at Watchman. Sadly only one night. Check in was easy, views were amazing, walkable to visitor center and Pa’rus Trail. Sites are pretty close together but the campground was quiet.

Annemarie S

Campground:South Campground (Ut)

Loop:B

Site:

Reviewed 8 days ago

We were here with our small tent. What a beautiful campsite in a perfect location.

Rodney G

Campground:Watchman Campground

Loop:Loop D

Site:

Reviewed 8 days ago

Campground is convenient to the visitor center, trails and park buses. Campground hosts were friendly and informative. We enjoyed our stay.