South Campground
Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- $35.00
- Type
- Campground
- Season
- October 23 to March 14
- Sites
- 124 total · 124 reservable · 0 first come
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 37.2037, -112.9842
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
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.
From the managing agency.Official page
Is South Campground free?
No. South Campground charges $35.00. 124 of its sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
Can I bring an RV to South Campground?
South Campground has 124 sites on record. 124 sites are reservable and 0 are first come.
When is South Campground open?
The season on record runs October 23 to March 14. Dates move with weather and with the managing office, so check before a shoulder-season trip.
How do I get to South Campground?
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.
What is the weather like at South Campground?
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
What are the rules at South Campground?
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.
Nearby
- SOUTH CAMPGROUND (UT)0.2 mi
- WATCHMAN CAMPGROUND0.4 mi
- Lava Point Campground12.7 mi
- Ponderosa Grove Campground19.0 mi
- Sand Cove Primitive Camping Area19.1 mi
- Red Cliffs Campground23.1 mi
- NAVAJO LAKE CAMPGROUND24.4 mi
- Te-Ah Campground24.4 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
