Zion Canyon Campground & Rv Resort
An RV park and campground situated right beside the Zion National Park entrance and the Virgin River.
The verdict
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Zion Canyon Campground & RV Resort provides RV and tent sites directly beside the Zion National Park entrance and the Springdale shuttle stop. Guests appreciate the mountain views of The Watchman, river access, and helpful staff. However, reviewers frequently complain about high rates, timed showers, and cramped spots that offer very little privacy. 626142
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What travelers noticed
- The campground sits right next to the Virgin River and provides immediate access to the Zion National Park entrance and the town shuttle stop. 262423
- Guests consistently praise the mountain views from the sites, particularly the look at The Watchman. 624
- Staff at the front office are repeatedly described as friendly, helpful, and informative about the park. 693
The catch
- While some campers consider the facilities spotless with private separate entrances, others report a shortage of bathrooms and long waits. 138
- Some guests describe the grounds as very quiet at night, but those placed in spots next to the road report disruptive traffic noise. 21
- Several visitors consider the campground well worth the price for its location, whereas others feel the rates are far too expensive. 626
Who it's for
- — Zion National Park hikers
- — RV travelers wanting shuttle access
- — Campers looking for Virgin River access
Skip it if
- — Campers seeking spacious, private sites
- — Budget travelers deterred by high nightly rates
- — Anyone bothered by timed showers
Seen on camera
19 moments · 5 videos · Zion Canyon Campground & Rv Resort
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“The campground has paved roads and is laid out well.”
youtube.com1:38“zion canyon campground and rv park is literally a half a mile from the entrance of zion national park which is right ove…”
youtube.com1:33“they do have wi-fi here but it's very unreliable hit and miss and they actually told us ahead of time so no surprise the…”
youtube.com7:14“If you don't have an RV, the campground also offers these cool little huts that you can rent out. And they have a little…”
youtube.com6:50“Overall, very impressed with this campground. Really, really great value for the amount of amenities.”
youtube.com8:03“What I like is they have coffee ready and waiting for you. I think tomorrow morning I'm going to come here and have a fr…”
youtube.com6:50“In my opinion, the price on this campground is very reasonable. We paid about $60 a night because we took advantage of a…”
youtube.com3:29“they have things set up to allow for an easy check-in process there's no confusion about where to park for check-in and…”
youtube.com0:49“But, the great thing is the Wi-Fi is fiber internet, so it's super fast. So, you won't have any issues streaming whateve…”
youtube.com3:18“everyone in the office was very friendly and helpful check-in was quick and easy and although we had to make some change…”
youtube.com1:00“Furthermore, the showers are clean and provide a good size changing area, too.”
youtube.com1:54“Zion River Resort is located in virgin Utah so it's very convenient to Zion National Park Bryce Canyon National Park gra…”
youtube.com0:32“And the downside about taking a spot up here is that the wastewater treatment facility can be a little smelly at times i…”
youtube.com4:20“The campground is a good value and we will discuss why in more detail.”
youtube.com0:52“overall tremendous location it's awesome to be in springdale walking distance to shops restaurants amenities and more im…”
youtube.com10:43“the sites have full hookups cable and Wi-Fi which was pretty good most of the time”
youtube.com1:40“as far as price it varies depending on the time of year you visit we were at Zion during the peak season so it was a lit…”
youtube.com5:30“The bathrooms are clean and showers are private with separate entrances.”
youtube.com1:50“Again, the location of Zion Canyon RV Resort is great for exploring Springdale, use of the shuttle and the close proximi…”
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Score breakdown
How the 76/100 is built, category by category — each one with the strongest thing travelers actually said, and the source it came from.
Bathroom
80Food
92- “What I like is they have coffee ready and waiting for you. I think tomorrow morning I'm going to come here and have a fresh cup of complimentary coffee.” 186:50
- “Not only comfortable and spacious, the Zion Lodge offers a homey, year-round, restaurant. Serving up local culinary favorites, as well as a variety of entertainment, is what the lodge does best.” 27
Location
93- “You simply cannot find a better located campground outside the gates of Zion. The Springdale shuttle that picks folks up throughout Springdale and drives them to the front gate of the park does stop right in front of this campground, but we never used it, preferring to simply walk to the front gate.” 24
- “This site had incredible views of the soaring red rocks that Zion is so famous for, and the cliffs we could see from our trailer door were actually inside the park-we were that close to the national park here.” 26
Noise
82Room
77Service
79Bed & Sleep
81Nothing quotable yet on this one — the score leans on the rest of the coverage.
Value
75- “Despite the high nightly rate, its location is the best. Literally 100 yards from the Zion NP entrance We camped at Zion Canyon Campground and RV Resort in a Fifth Wheel.” 20
- “My dad, who was with us for this portion of our road trip, remarked multiple times to me about how the campground was worth the price, thanks to its proximity to the national park, the Springdale shuttle and restaurants, but also because of the cleanliness of the place and amenities. I agree 100%.” 26
Where it is, how to reach it
Details checked 2026-09-13
Where it sits
Zion Canyon Campground & Rv Resort and the 12 other hotels we cover in Zion. Hover a marker for the hotel; click to open it.
Stay value
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Falls short of what $$$ usually buys
Scores 16 points below the upscale median of 92, across 344 hotels in the same bracket. In Zion it sits 16 points below the local median of 92.
- This hotel
- 76
- Bracket median
- 92
- Index median
- 86
Based on 344 comparable hotels.
Which room to ask for
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No reviewer has yet described a room, floor or aspect specifically enough to act on at this property. Room intelligence appears here the moment they do.
Where travelers agree — and don’t
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View the 117 things travelers said behind this verdict▾
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- “This site had incredible views of the soaring red rocks that Zion is so famous for, and the cliffs we could see from our trailer door were actually inside the park-we were that close to the national park here.” 26
- “Vista's are awesome with the 2,000 mile drive from FLA We explored Zion and the park is beautiful but it is super crowded. This campground's location to the park can't be beat and the facilities are clean and well maintained.” 6
- “I dont know what the other campgrounds are like but for this one being only a 15 min walk to the entrance to Zion and it's surrounded by mountains, grocery stores, coffee shops. It's perfect so close to everything you need like a little small town.” 6
- “Location is good for renting e-bikes and waiters at Zion Outfitters just across the street.” 6
- “The location of being able to take shuttles or walking to visitor center was an awesome perk for us - we were glad to not fight the parking battle” 6
- “Plus, staying here meant that I didn't need to move my truck for the entire week's stay since I could easily walk to nearby stores or catch the free shuttle near the convenience store.” 26
- “With its incredible location in Springdale, easy shuttle access, the Virgin River to play in, and some of the nicest bathrooms we've seen in an RV park, we really, really enjoyed our stay at Zion Canyon Campground.” 26
- “"Great location! Right in downtown, but somehow hidden from the town! Nice river!!"” 20
- “The other campgrounds we stayed at did not allow wood fires. Also very conveniently located for visiting Zion NP as well as Bryce Canyon NP.” 13
- “Awesome place, very close to the park entrance and directly on the bus route.” 15
- “The location is definitely a highlight, it's just a short walk to the park entrance, which made getting in and out of Zion really convenient.” 6
- “Park is clean, well kept, has much to offer, great location, staff is great! We camped at Zion Canyon Campground and RV Resort in a Motorhome.” 20
- “With its prime location for convenient access to various popular destinations, Zion River Resort serves as the perfect hub for day trips to Bryce Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon North Rim, and more.” 14
- “Very walkable to any other dining or shopping options as well.” 15
- “camper-747962 would stay here again This place is absolutely beautiful! We had a RV spot close to the river and the views did not disappoint.” 15
- “Location is fantastic, 1.2 mile from Zion main entrance.” 15
- “The staff is super friendly, the park is super chill and the location is excellent. Its 1/2 mi walk to the 1st shuttle into Zion which is awesome to beat the crowds.” 15
- “Zion River Resort is located in virgin Utah so it's very convenient to Zion National Park Bryce Canyon National Park grand canyon north rim and Cedar Breaks National Monument” On camera30:32
- “You simply cannot find a better located campground outside the gates of Zion. The Springdale shuttle that picks folks up throughout Springdale and drives them to the front gate of the park does stop right in front of this campground, but we never used it, preferring to simply walk to the front gate.” 24
- “Incredible location to fully enjoy Zion National Park.” 6
- “Location is great but I would highly recommend 10-20 minute more driving than coming here” 6
- “overall tremendous location it's awesome to be in springdale walking distance to shops restaurants amenities and more importantly we're one half mile away from the entrance of zion national park so this is a great spot to spend a week and really get to know the park” On camera2310:43
- “Again, the location of Zion Canyon RV Resort is great for exploring Springdale, use of the shuttle and the close proximity to Zion.” On camera84:13
- “Loved the location could easily walk to entrance of the park and restaurants.” 6
- “This is our first visit here and we will be back next year for sure. This place is so nice! Spacious shower stalls with toilet, sink, bench and shower. Laundry facilities.” 13
- “My only issue was the timers on the showers. It makes sense to help conserve water, but when you are on the road sometimes you want a long shower.” 13
- “The sink and toilet area was clean but nothing special, but the showers were beautiful.” 26
- “One free shower of 6 minutes max per night but it's enough.” 6
- “"Great park but limited toilet and shower facilities. "” 11
- “However, there are only 3 shower/ toilet rooms next to the pool, this is not acceptable for such a large site. I waited 10 mins for a shower to come free (there was a queue) and then gave up, and had a shower in my small van.” 13
- “Second time we have stayed here and the facilities are always well maintained and Hosts are always very helpful.” 13
- “River access not great. Friendly staff. A bit pricy.” 13
- “Street lights at night are helpful. Bathrooms are nice and clean. Site was great. Short drive to the gate into Zion NP. Great spot.” 13
- “The staff was friendly the sites were clean with lush grass and trees.” 21
- “While the staff were very friendly. And Zion was definitely within walking distance.” 15
- “Staff were extremely friendly and park spotless.” 15
- “"Great park with a great staff"” 11
- “The staff is super friendly, the park is super chill and the location is excellent.” 15
- “Park is clean, well kept, has much to offer, great location, staff is great! We camped at Zion Canyon Campground and RV Resort in a Motorhome.” 20
- “DH Diane Hines Report this review Comments (0) | Was this review helpful? This park is so-oo clean and has great views.” 9
- “15 mins on foot to the entrance of the park. We found the service (in particular by an older gentlemen on reception) to be unwelcoming and cold.” 6
- “Rv spots are small but amenities shush as showers and bathroom and camp store were great and staff was very nice.” 6
- “Original plan was to camp inside the park but failed to secure a site. That led us to finding this Rv park. Very friendly staff, clean facilities, and mature trees!” 13
- “Quick review: this place was quant, but perfect. Love the location. The pool and spa were great. Incredible staff.” 13
- “Staff were extremely friendly and park spotless. Cost a bit high.” 15
- “Very friendly and well kept. It was very quiet We camped at Zion River Resort RV Park & Campground in a Travel Trailer.” 2
- “The staff was incredibly helpful and gave us tips on how to make our trip into Zion even better.” 15
- “Full hook ups, level sites next to the Virgin River. A little tight but plenty of space for our 40' rig. Very friendly and helpful staff.” 13
- “Serious shortage of bathrooms. Long waits and many not clean. Otherwise nice place.” 13
- “Check-in was smooth and staff was fine, but not very friendly.” 13
- “Very nice amenities and not too far from Springdale and the South Entrance to Zion NP. We camped at Zion River Resort RV Park & Campground in a Motorhome.” 2
- “"Very nice and great service"” 11
- “The cool Virgin River behind our site was a nice place to soak our tired feet and enjoy a beverage after hiking in Zion.” 13
- “Super clean facilities - showers were well cleaned, all tile.” 15
- “Avoid that row if you can! Also the shuttle to Zion costs 15$ per person and only goes twice a day which meant we had to get up super early to drive to Zion and get an RV parking space.” 13
- “The staff were friendly, gay-welcoming and informative about the park and surrounding venues.” 9
- “"A friendly host, nice places, good pool and warm jacuzzi."” 10
- “If only they had cell service this place would be perfect.” 21
- “Otherwise nice place. This place was very nice. It had good amenities and was clean. It was kid friendly and I'm considering coming back with the family.” 13
- “they have things set up to allow for an easy check-in process there's no confusion about where to park for check-in and the campground is kept very clean” On camera30:49
- “Their staff has explored the canyons and surrounding areas and can be quite helpful about where to go, what to wear, and who to see for outdoor adventure.” 22
- “But, the great thing is the Wi-Fi is fiber internet, so it's super fast. So, you won't have any issues streaming whatever kind of TV or movies you want.” On camera173:18
- “Customer service was efficient if not particularly friendly. They clearly churn through a ton of people at this place, but it was fine.” 24
- “Had awesome 4-bar Verizon cell service.” 13
- “Campground is clean, quiet, picturesque with helpful, friendly staff.” 6
- “The staff at registration were very nice and it was no problem getting a refund.” 6
- “everyone in the office was very friendly and helpful check-in was quick and easy and although we had to make some changes to our reservation they were very accommodating” On camera31:00
- “Still, everyone we met during check-in was prompt, friendly, and helpful, which made for a great first impression.” 26
- “We also received our first 4 shower coins, which are the only way to access the on-site shower rooms. It was one of the easier in-person check-ins we've done, thanks to the speed of the employees and their overall preparedness for that day's guests.” 26
- “The front office was nice and the staff helpful.” 6
- “Check in was fast and smooth. Got the key and remote for the tv then head to the cabin that was around the way from the office/pool area.” 13
- “The park was clean and the staff friendly.” 15
- “Easy to find, helpful staff, propane for sale (we filled up here, no problems), decent sized pitch, very clean.” 13
- “Sites are set to back in and to pull in leaving mainly no privacy at all . Nice views.” 15
- “Extensive camp store and polite staff.” 13
- “RV hookups were great for power and charging an EV. The staff were very nice and there is tree coverage at the campsites for some added shade.” 13
- “Located in Virgin, Utah, just 20 minutes from Zion's entrance, the resort accommodates RVs up to 45 feet and provides excellent customer service with planned activities throughout the year.” 27
- “Had awesome 4-bar Verizon cell service. There are only six bathrooms/showers, so they were often occupied especially in the morning and early evening.” 13
- “Spaces close together but very clean and everyone is friendly. Lots of young children.” 13
- “Not only comfortable and spacious, the Zion Lodge offers a homey, year-round, restaurant. Serving up local culinary favorites, as well as a variety of entertainment, is what the lodge does best.” 27
- “What I like is they have coffee ready and waiting for you. I think tomorrow morning I'm going to come here and have a fresh cup of complimentary coffee.” On camera186:50
- “My dad, who was with us for this portion of our road trip, remarked multiple times to me about how the campground was worth the price, thanks to its proximity to the national park, the Springdale shuttle and restaurants, but also because of the cleanliness of the place and amenities. I agree 100%.” 26
- “Even though it's more expensive than other camping options in this part of Utah, you can't beat the combination of amenities and park access.” 26
- “Very expensive. Campsites packed very closely together.” 15
- “The onsite shop was well-stocked with fair prices, and the check-in process was quick and easy.” 6
- “Incredible view of the mountains including The Watchman!! We hated the price of 110 per night for our car tent however we feel it was worth it to be so close to Zion.” 6
- “Amazing views, great location (walking distance to the visitor center), bathrooms are very nice and with AC (however you only get one shower token per day), a small pool to cool down, laundry (which was quite expensive).” 6
- “Despite the high nightly rate, its location is the best. Literally 100 yards from the Zion NP entrance We camped at Zion Canyon Campground and RV Resort in a Fifth Wheel.” 20
- “For the price I'd like to see much nicer bathrooms and showers.” 6
- “Checkerboard Mesa is the first stop after entering the park from the eastern entrance and is definitely worth a stop to see.” 27
- “Overall, very impressed with this campground. Really, really great value for the amount of amenities.” On camera178:03
- “This place was expensive but it is a 1/2 mile walk to the entrance of Zion National Park, saves you time, money and frustration on the parking situations at the park/in town. We felt it was well worth it.” 15
- “The mountainous settings of Zion National Park are picture perfect and definitely worth capturing for all of time.” 27
- “In my opinion, the price on this campground is very reasonable. We paid about $60 a night because we took advantage of a promo that was offering a discount if you stay 4 nights or more.” On camera173:29
- “You do have to pay a non-refundable first night's deposit at the time of booking which we think is pretty crappy, especially given the high price of the sites (ie: if you have to cancel at any time for any reason, you lose your deposit.)” 24
- “We loved this campground and moved that it provided much needed shade during the 110 degree weather. It is a pricey campground and everything there costs more (ice, laundry etc) plus they charge extra per person being 2 people.” 6
- “The interior sites were a little close but pretty standard. This place was expensive but it is a 1/2 mile walk to the entrance of Zion National Park, saves you time, money and frustration on the parking situations at the park/in town.” 15
- “Nice bathrooms and pool but very expensive for tent camping. Limited spots and showers timed” 13
- “The campground is a good value and we will discuss why in more detail.” On camera80:52
- “as far as price it varies depending on the time of year you visit we were at Zion during the peak season so it was a little more than we typically pay but not outrageous and we feel like it was totally worth it” On camera35:30
- “Unfortunately quite expensive” 6
- “Laundry facilities were generous on machines, price per load was steep ($4.00 for wash & $4.00 for dry).” 15
- “Vista's are awesome with the 2,000 mile drive from FLA” 6
- “Incredible view of the mountains including The Watchman!!” 6
- “Convenience Store & Guest Laundry 31 users, last reported May 4, 2025 27 users, last reported May 13, 2024 12 users, last reported September 30, 2024 We liked our stay here. We splurged for a site that backed up to the Virgin River with a beautiful view.” 15
- “The place was amazing, it's crazy to be in the middle of Zion. The view was stunning.” 6
- “Spots are quite tight, the view is amazing and town shuttle stop is just round the corner.” 6
- “Great spot. This was a beautiful park and very quiet at night. My only issue was the timers on the showers.” 13
- “Amenities were nice, but the RV park was cramped and very noisy.” 6
- “Very friendly and well kept. It was very quiet We camped at Zion River Resort RV Park & Campground in a Travel Trailer.” 2
- “Situated next to Hwy 9 the road noise is surprisingly non-intrusive.” 21
- “I paid for this site because i wanted to have a proper shower (our van is small), so this was frustrating. There is road noise if on that side of the site, but its not terrible.” 13
- “Unfortunately we got one of the last spots right next to the road, it was very noisy. Avoid that row if you can!” 13
- “Situated next to Hwy 9 the road noise is surprisingly non-intrusive. They offer a shuttle to the park entrance (about 10 miles away).” 21
- “Some are extremely close to each other, so don't expect much privacy. It was also pretty loud during the day with lots of kids running around, which might be something to consider if you're looking for a quieter stay.” 6
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- No reviewer has named an individual room number here yet.
- Nothing reliable said about room types.
- Nothing reliable said about floor level.
- Nothing reliable said about building or wing.
- Nothing reliable said about which side it faces.
- Nothing reliable said about view.
- Nothing reliable said about position on the floor.
- Food rests on 2 sources — too thin to rely on.
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- 6Zion Canyon Campground | Springdale, Utahthedyrt.comReview site2026-08-11Current38 quotes used
“Vista's are awesome with the 2,000 mile drive from FLA We explored Zion and the park is beautiful but it is super crowded. This campground's location to the park can't be beat and the facilities are clean and well maint…”
Read originalthedyrt.com - 13Zion River Resort Camping | Virgin, Utahthedyrt.comReview site2026-07-16Current40 quotes used
“This is our first visit here and we will be back next year for sure. This place is so nice! Spacious shower stalls with toilet, sink, bench and shower. Laundry facilities.”
Read originalthedyrt.com - 28Zion RV and Campground (Hi-Road) | Springdale, Utahthedyrt.comReview site2026-05-20CurrentRead originalthedyrt.com
- 19Where to stay? Campgrounds booked : r/ZionNationalParkreddit.comForum thread2025-07-25RecentRead originalreddit.com
- 15Zion Canyon Campground & RV Resort - Map - Campendiummaps.campendium.comReview site2025-05-04Recent25 quotes used
“While the staff were very friendly. And Zion was definitely within walking distance.”
Read originalmaps.campendium.com - 26Zion Canyon Campground and RV Park Reviewcampingkiddos.comReview site2024-12-13Ageing14 quotes used
“This site had incredible views of the soaring red rocks that Zion is so famous for, and the cliffs we could see from our trailer door were actually inside the park-we were that close to the national park here.”
Read originalcampingkiddos.com
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