Photo: NPS Photo / Shane Carte

South Campground

124 sites · $35 · Reservations · RVs to 40 ft

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Reservations$35 / nightClosed now: Winter Closure

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124Sites

124Reservable

$35Per night

40 ftRVs

18 tent only18 walk-in / boat-in

Reservations

Reservations for campsites at South Campground can be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations are available up to 14 days in advance. Park campgrounds are full nearly every night during the peak season; early reservations are strongly encouraged.

Fees

Standard Campsites Standard sites are equipped with a picnic table, a fire ring, a food storage box, and space for a tent or RV/camper.	$35.00

Season & hours

South Campground is open seasonally during spring, summer, and fall, typically from mid-March through October 31. The campground closes temporarily in winter.

⛔ Winter Closure: Oct 23, 2026 – Mar 14, 2027

Amenities

Toilets · Flush Toilets - year round
Showers · none
Drinking water · seasonal
Trash / recycling · year round
Laundry · none
Camp store · none
Firewood for sale · none
Ice for sale · none
Food storage lockers · year round
Dump station · seasonal
Amphitheater · seasonal
Camp host · seasonal
Cell reception · year round
Internet · none

RVs, trailers & access

RVs	Allowed, up to 40 ft
Trailers	Allowed, up to 40 ft
RV notes	Campsites and their parking areas are a variety of sizes. Vehicle length limits for each site are provided in the site details on recreation.gov.
Roads	Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Type	Developed Campground
Campfires	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
Wheelchair	There are nine ADA accessible campsites with paved connections to accessible restrooms. Fire grills are elevated, and picnic tables are extended. 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.
ADA	South Campground has nine ADA accessible sites and multiple other flat sites with paved paths to accessible restrooms.
Cell	Cell service is generally reliable within the campground. Signal can be spotty depending on your carrier and how busy the park is.
Internet	The park does not offer public internet service. Nearby businesses may have public wifi.
Also	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

Getting there

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway, Springdale, UT 84767

South Campground is located next to the Zion Nature 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. The campground is located just off the highway.

Contact

(435) 772-3256 · zion_south_campground@nps.gov

Other campgrounds in Zion

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About South

South Campground is located between the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and Zion Nature Center, ½ mile from the South Entrance in Springdale, Utah. Campsites are typically available from mid-March through October 31. All sites include a parking space, a picnic table, a fire ring, a food storage box, and space for a tent or RV/camper. All campsites in South Campground require reservations. Reservations can be made up to 2 weeks in advance. First-come, first-served sites are not available.

Photos

A grassy campground with flat, gravel sites and a nearby paved pathway. — South Campground is conveniently located next to the Pa'rus Trail, which connects to three visitor centers and three shuttle stops. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

Flat, gravel campsites are spread along a grassy slope with basic amenities. — South Campground offers breathtaking views of lower Zion Canyon. The nearby Pa'rus Trail helps make sunrise and sunset an amazing experience. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

A gravel campsite lined with boulders. A picnic table, fire ring, and storage box sit in the site. — Campsites in Zion Canyon can get quite hot during the summer months. Be prepared for sun and extreme temperatures. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

A wood-and-stone building with signs reading "Campground Fee Office" and "Wilderness Permit Office." — The new Campground Fee Office and Wilderness Permit Office offer visitor services throughout the year. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

Paved paths are lined with grasses and small shrubs. A sign reads "Picnic & Nature Center." — South Campground is located adjacent to the Zion Nature Center and nearby picnic area. Junior Ranger programs take place daily in the Nature Center. · NPS Photo / Bliss Plummer

Campsites

Site-by-site details (sizes, hookups, shade) for this campground are coming soon.

Conditions at camp

🌤️ Forecast

Wed, Nov 11

Tonight

46°F

Clear

Thu, Nov 12

Day

74°F

Sunny

Thu, Nov 12

Night

47°F

Partly Cloudy

Fri, Nov 13

Day

69°F

Mostly Sunny then Chance Light Rain

Fri, Nov 13

Night

44°F

Light Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat, Nov 14

Day

57°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat, Nov 14

Night

37°F

Mostly Clear

Sun, Nov 15

Day

62°F

Mostly Sunny

Source: National Weather Service (weather.gov)

🔥 Wildfires nearby

No active fire perimeters nearby. ✅

Source: National Interagency Fire Center (WFIGS)

🗓️ Typical 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

Rules

Some key regulations are listed below. For a more complete list of regulations, visit the park's campground regulations page. - Check-out time is 11:00 am. Check-in is typically available any time after 12:00 pm. - Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am. - Generators may only run between the hours of 8 am - 10 am and 6 pm - 8 pm. - Hammocks, slacklines, or any other items may not be attached to trees or park structures. - Do not move picnic tables. - All food and waste must be properly stored or disposed of. - Tents and vehicles must not be on vegetation. - No fires are permitted when fire restrictions are in place. - Owners must take care of and clean up after their pets.

Trails near camp

🥾 Visitor Center Area Pathways 0.8 mi
🥾 Pathways 0.4 mi
🟠 Angels Landing 5.4 mi · 1,488 ft · hard · permit

Campground information from the National Park Service. Confirm current status with the park before you go.