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Zion National Park, just past the south entrance

Zion South Campground (inside the park)

Reviewed by Wattreach, our own stay on the Rivian + Airstream road.

$35.00 paid · 1 night Good for groups SD → Chicago road trip
7/10
Zion South Campground (inside the park) campground in Springdale, UT
Zion South Campground (inside the park) campground in Springdale, UT
Pool Hot tub Good for dogs Clean bathrooms Good location

Can you charge an EV here? No

No hookups here, so there is no charging an electric truck at the site. Roll in with the range you need; we charged on the road and arrived with margin.

Which parks allow EV charging, and why KOA doesn’t →

Our take

Pretty location with the Zion rocks right in the background, and close enough to the visitor center that you walk over and catch the shuttle. Walking trails from camp, even a trail to walk your dog, which is rare in national parks. Clean showers and bathrooms, and water to fill the tanks. But the sites have no electricity, water, or sewer; it would be nice to just have power, though you can rough it for one night. Hot, with a lot of wind at night. So easy to catch the shuttle for dinner, and we caught it again at 7 AM for the hike.

Hookups
None (dry camping; water fill + dump available)
Amenities
No hookups at the sitesClean showers + bathroomsWater fill for the tanksWalking trails from campDog-walking trail (rare in a national park)Walk to the visitor center + shuttleWe had site 21
Nearby
Zion Canyon shuttle (walk to the stop)Zion visitor centerPa'rus TrailSpringdale (restaurants, a short shuttle ride)
How far
  • Zion Canyon Visitor Center1 mi
  • Springdale shops & dining1 mi
  • Emerald Pools trailhead4 mi
  • The Narrows (via park shuttle)8 mi
Groceries
Sol Foods in Springdale, about 1 mi . A Walmart Supercenter is about 22 miles west in Hurricane.
Elevation
about 3,900 ft
Connectivity
Down in Zion Canyon, so cell is limited by the walls; Starlink or the Springdale networks fill in.
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Campground FAQ

Zion South Campground (inside the park), answered

Hookups, price, groups, and what's nearby, from our own stay.

Can you charge an electric truck at Zion South Campground (inside the park)?

No. No hookups here, so there is no charging an electric truck at the site. Roll in with the range you need; we charged on the road and arrived with margin.

Does Zion South Campground (inside the park) have full hookups?

We had none (dry camping; water fill + dump available) at Zion South Campground (inside the park) in Springdale, UT for our Airstream.

How much does it cost to stay at Zion South Campground (inside the park)?

We paid $35 for 1 night (about $35 a night). Rates vary by season, site type, and length of stay, so check the campground for current pricing.

Is Zion South Campground (inside the park) good for RV groups or Airstream caravans?

Yes. There was room for a group to camp together, with sites big enough and enough of them for a caravan to book side by side.

Can a big rig fit at Zion South Campground (inside the park)?

We stayed here with our roughly 47-foot Rivian R1T and 23-foot Airstream, so a large rig can fit. There was room for a group to book side by side.

Is Zion South Campground (inside the park) pet friendly?

Yes. We found it an easy place to camp with dogs, with room to walk them. Confirm the current pet policy and any limits with the campground before you book.

Is there cell service or wifi at Zion South Campground (inside the park)?

Down in Zion Canyon, so cell is limited by the walls; Starlink or the Springdale networks fill in.

What is there to do near Zion South Campground (inside the park)?

Close by: Zion Canyon shuttle (walk to the stop), Zion visitor center, Pa'rus Trail, Springdale (restaurants, a short shuttle ride).

Is there a grocery store near Zion South Campground (inside the park)?

The nearest full grocery is Sol Foods in Springdale, about 1 mile away. A Walmart Supercenter is about 22 miles west in Hurricane.

How far is Zion South Campground (inside the park) from the beach, the zoo, and other attractions?

Approximate driving distances from Zion South Campground (inside the park): Zion Canyon Visitor Center about 1 mile; Springdale shops & dining about 1 mile; Emerald Pools trailhead about 4 miles; The Narrows (via park shuttle) about 8 miles.

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