Camping in Zion National Park – Watchman Campground

CAMPING IN ZION NATIONAL PARK – WATCHMAN CAMPGROUND

CAMPGROUND INFORMATION

Zion is known for its dynamic geologic history and Watchman Campground is no exception. Named for the rocky peak that rises above it, the campground is surrounded by tall sandstone cliffs that glow red and orange during sunrise and sunset. The Virgin River, a narrow but powerful river that has carved out the canyon over time, runs adjacent to the campground. Cottonwood trees surrounding the campsite turn golden in the fall. Most of the campsites are in partial to full sun.

Reservations

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Tent Sites

Total Sites: 190

Total Tent Sites (No Tree Tents): 127
Hook Up Sites

Total Hookup Sites: 172

No Full Hookup Sites Available

Shaded/tree sites can only accommodate vehicles with maximum height of 12′ 6″ (3.81 m). There are 69 campsites that are for tents only with combined vehicle length less than 19′ (5.8 m). 1 RV per site, max height 13’ (3.96m) (RV, 5th wheel, camp trailer, cabover, camper van, etc.)
Group Sites

Total Group Sites: 6

The group campsites are tent only sites
Campground Road Conditions
Paved
Cost
Entry Fees: $12 per person for a 7-day pass. Not to exceed $25 per family. $15.00 fee per vehicle in addition to the entrance fee

Camping Fees:

Group Site Max 15: $50.00
Group Site Max 25: $90.00
RV Electric: $30.00
Standard Electric: $30.00
Tent Only Nonelectric: $20.00
Walk To: $20.00
Group Site Max 40: $130.00

Open year round (check park site for campground availability)
Maximum Stay
14 days in 30 day period
Restrooms

Modern restrooms
Showers
No
Potable Water

Available
Free WiFi
Not Available
Pets Allowed

On leash and in owners control at all times
BBQ / Gathering Area
Yes
Fire Pit / Fires

Yes, check park updates for fire restrictions

CONTACT DETAILS

GPS Coordinates
37°11’54.8″N 112°59’10.2″W
Address / Directions
Watchman Campground UT-9, Springdale, UT 84767

Directions: From St George, head north on I-15 for about 18 miles and take exit 27 to Toquerville. Turn right on UT-17 and follow it for 6 miles. Turn left onto UT-9 and follow it for approximately 20 miles until you come to the park entrance. If parking is full inside the park, you can park in the town of Springdale and ride the shuttle up to the park. Once you pass through the pay booth, continue straight and the campground will be immediately on the right. The entrance is well marked with noticeable signs.
Hours
Check in: 12:00pm
Check out: 11:00am
Quiet hours are 10:00pm – 8:00am
Phone
(435) 772-3256
Website
https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/watchman-campground.htm