Photo: NPS Photo / Shane Carte

Watchman Campground

184 sites · $35–$130 · Reservations · RVs to 40 ft

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Reservations$35–$130 / night

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184Sites

176Reservable

$35–$130Per night

40 ftRVs

18 tent only6 rv only92 electric hookups6 group18 walk-in / boat-in

Reservations

Reservations for campsites at Watchman Campground can be made up to six months before your arrival date. Reserve sites online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. The campground is full nearly every night during the peak season; early reservations are strongly encouraged.

Fees

Non-electric Campsites There are 69 campsites that are for tents only with combined vehicle length less than 19' (5.8 m). There are 18 Tent Only, Walk-in campsites. These sites are a short walking distance from parking.	$35.00
Electric Campsites Generators are not permitted, but these campsites have electrical hookups. Reserve an electric campsite if you need power.	$45.00
Group Campsites (Small) Group campsites are non-electric and only allow tents. Maximum occupancy varies depending on the site. Check the Superintendent's Compendium for exact limits: https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm#watchman-group-sites	$50.00
Group Campsites (Medium) Group campsites are non-electric and only allow tents. Maximum occupancy varies depending on the site. Check the Superintendent's Compendium for exact limits: https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm#watchman-group-sites	$90.00
Group Campsites (Large) Group campsites are non-electric and only allow tents. Maximum occupancy varies depending on the site. Check the Superintendent's Compendium for exact limits: https://www.nps.gov/zion/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm#watchman-group-sites	$130.00

Season & hours

Watchman Campground is typically open year-round. The D, E, and F Loops may experience seasonal closures due to weather or maintenance needs. Check recreation.gov for current availability. All sites in Watchman Campground require reservations.

Amenities

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

RVs, trailers & access

RVs	Allowed, up to 40 ft
Trailers	Allowed, up to 40 ft
RV notes	Sites and their parking areas are a variety of sizes. 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	Fire grills are elevated, and picnic tables are extended. An asphalt trail leads to the Watchman Amphitheater. Bathrooms are wheelchair accessible. Some restrooms have gravel pathways. Pavement in some sites is broken and can make wheelchair use difficult.
ADA	Watchman Campground has several accessible sites and multiple other flat sites with easy access to six accessible restrooms. The amphitheater has accessible seating located on the top row. The road access route to the Visitor Center and Shuttle Stop has grades of up to 5% for 30-foot stretches, but has trench drain covers across sections of road with openings wider than 1 inch in certain locations. An alternate concrete and asphalt-paved pathway adjacent to the amphitheater through the river entrance plaza has slopes of up to 18% for 5-foot stretches and slopes up to 8% for 39-foot stretches.
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. There are no full-hookup campsites; a dump station is available for campers. Sites with trees/shade can only accommodate vehicles with maximum height of 12' 6" (3.81 m). Electric campsites are available in Loops A and B. Nonelectric campsites are in Loops C, D, E, and F. There are 18 Tent Only, Walk-in campsites. These sites are a short walking distance from vehicle parking and are ideal for bicyclists and backpackers. Additional regulations can be found on the park's camping regulations page at https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/camping-regulations.htm

Getting there

UT-9, Springdale, UT 84767

Watchman Campground is located next to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, ¼ mile away from the South Entrance in Springdale, Utah. After entering the park, follow the signs to reach the campground.

Contact

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

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About Watchman

Watchman Campground is located next to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, ¼ mile away from the South Entrance in Springdale, Utah. Tent, RV, and group campsites are typically available year-round. All sites include a parking space, a picnic table, a fire ring, and space for a tent or RV/camper. All campsites in Watchman Campground require reservations. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance for standard sites or 12 months for group sites. First-come, first-served sites are not available.

Photos

A blue tent sits in a gravel campsite. In the background, huge sandstone cliffs are visible. — Watchman Campground offers incredible views of lower Zion Canyon. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

Watchman Campground Restroom · NPS Photo

A man and woman sit in a campsite. In the background are multicolored sandstone cliffs. — Zion Canyon is the perfect backdrop for a camping trip. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

A man and woman unpack cooking supplies at a picnic table in Watchman Campground. — Picnic tables, fire rings, and food storage boxes make cooking and cleaning a breeze. · NPS Photo / Abi Farish

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 available any time after 12:00 pm. - Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am. - Generators are not permitted at any time. - 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.