Watchman Campground
Zion National Park
Write a Review Zion Park Blvd. Springdale, UT 84767 435-772-3256 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 37.1964, -112.9885
Overview of Watchman Campground
Reservations are required year-round. No generators allowed. Some sites can accommodate RVs and trailers with a combined max length of 50 ft.
Food and garbage must be stored inside a vehicle or a lockable hard-sided container.
Last Price Paid: $15
Reported by Fentonbill on 7/27/2024
Longest RV Reported: 42 feet (Toy Hauler Fifth Wheel)
Reported by marcot1 on 5/22/2018
Number of Sites 176
Pad Type dirt
Reservations yes
Elevation 3,904 ft / 1,189 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Watchman Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 435-772-3256
Tanner asked on 1/13/2023
Does anyone know if loops c&d (non-electric sites) allow trailers? I’m having a hard time figuring it out on the recr...
smallbirdbigworld asked on 9/25/2022
Does anyone know when they release the reservations for this campground? I know it's 6 months in advance, but on what...
CampieMcCamperton asked on 12/11/2023
Is there a nearby facility available to top freshwater tanks as well as dump black and grey tanks before entering the...
cowdogs asked on 3/3/2023
Is there electricity? If so how do you see which ones.
Thank you
Salty Turtle asked on 11/2/2022
Height Restrictions: I know this has been asked before, but has anyone recently been to Watchman with a 13' height?...
DrBob806 asked on 11/17/2021
I see on the NPS website that the height limit for Watchman campsites is 12' 6"... are there low-hanging branches? My...
From Gridlock To Boondocks asked on 4/29/2020
Do they have non electric sites for RVs or only tent campers? Website makes it seem like only tents
Reviews of Watchman Campground 79 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 11/21/2023
“Spectacular!”
Reviewed 7/27/2024
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | B14 |
| RV Length: | 29' (Travel Trailer) |
Overall Rating
Love this campground, and the park as a whole! The campground sits just off the main entrance to the park. Set at the main mouth of Zion Canyon, you have amazing views from your site, and even better ones to be had via a shuttle bus ride that's included with your admission. The CG itself rates higher in my book than most in the Natio... more
Love this campground, and the park as a whole! The campground sits just off the main entrance to the park. Set at the main mouth of Zion Canyon, you have amazing views from your site, and even better ones to be had via a shuttle bus ride that's included with your admission.
The CG itself rates higher in my book than most in the National Park system. Sites are well-spaced, adequate pad length, with some tree coverage, and electric hookups are provided in A and B loops. I wish more NPs had electric, it's nice to not have to deal with generator noise (including my own) in the background (not to mention the ability to run the air conditioner all day/night, needed in the summer heat here)
Frequent shuttle busses take you up and down the canyon, what a joy to not have to fight for parking. Other shuttles are available to take you into town, where there are a number of eateries and brewpubs to be had. If taking the town shuttle, be sure to have your park admission receipt or applicable Federal Land Pass with you, as you can otherwise be charged again for admission.
If coming from/departing to the east, the Mt Carmel tunnel has limited hours, height restrictions and a toll if you're pulling/driving a typically sized RV. My recommendation would be to route through Hurricane and avoid the tunnel with your rig if it is big enough to have the restrictions apply. However, the tunnel is well worth a drive-through with your tow vehicle/toad in the evening.
One other note of advice...STAY HYDRATED. The dry air here will evaporate your sweat so quickly that you may not realize you're drying up before you get in serious trouble, especially on any kind of hike. No need to have it frighten you away, just be mindful of it and be drinking alot of water.
Price reflects 50% Access Pass discount
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Verizon 4G
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Great views of the surrounding mountains”
Reviewed 5/27/2024
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 29C |
Overall Rating
We camped at the Watchman campground Loop C site 29 in early May with great views of the surrounding mountains. Our campsite was very spacious and close to the clean modern restrooms, water and trash containers were located near the restrooms. Overall we enjoyed our time at the campground, the hiking trails were amazing, the free shu... more
We camped at the Watchman campground Loop C site 29 in early May with great views of the surrounding mountains. Our campsite was very spacious and close to the clean modern restrooms, water and trash containers were located near the restrooms. Overall we enjoyed our time at the campground, the hiking trails were amazing, the free shuttle bus at the visitors center was a perfect way to see the park and access other trails in the park.
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Richard n Mary would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Best campground by far”
Reviewed 5/13/2024
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | B 33 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Class A) |
Overall Rating
Large, level site with 30 A. Dump with water nearby. Within walking distance of shuttle stop and Springdale. Quiet and so dark at night.
But the view! It is so worth it to camp inside the park. Don't remember the bars, but we streamed tv on T Mobile with no problem.
lgehring would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Best campground by far”
Reviewed 5/13/2024
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
| Site Number: | B 33 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Class A) |
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Large, level site with 30 A. Dump with water nearby. Within walking distance of shuttle stop and Springdale. Quiet and so dark at night.
But the view! It is so worth it to camp inside the park. Don't remember the bars, but we streamed tv on T Mobile with no problem.
lgehring would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“The best base camp you can get in Zion”
Reviewed 4/27/2024
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | B42 |
| RV Length: | 21' (Class B) |
Overall Rating
The cream of the crop for Zion -- if you can get a reservation. In the warmer months, the electric hookup sites are a boon. There's nothing more refreshing after a day of hiking than to come back to an air conditioned rig. When we visited in April, the Virgin River flowed vigorously along the grounds, dampening the traffic noise of an ... more
The cream of the crop for Zion -- if you can get a reservation. In the warmer months, the electric hookup sites are a boon. There's nothing more refreshing after a day of hiking than to come back to an air conditioned rig. When we visited in April, the Virgin River flowed vigorously along the grounds, dampening the traffic noise of an otherwise bustling area of the park. Watchman has pretty much everything you need for your Zion home base -- restrooms, dump station, potable water spigots, and as mentioned earlier, electric hookups in some loops. A quick walk takes you right into the heart of the Zion village, where you can explore the visitor center, grab some food and beverages, or hop on a free shuttle to downtown Springdale or the canyon scenic drive.
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ThreeCedar would stay here again
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“Wonderful weekend ”
Reviewed 4/24/2024
| Nightly rate: | $45 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 14 |
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We went to site 14A in a April. I have a 30' travel trailer which is probably about a big as you could fit. Site was level enough side to side that I didn't even have to do anything. T- mobile cell service was 3 bars 4g. Many hike start close to here. It was a great weekend.
camper-897582 would stay here again
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“Lovely!!”
Reviewed 3/5/2024
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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| Site Number: | b4 |
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Beautiful campground inside nat'l park. Sites spacious, especially for a natl park campground. Very dog friendly and has wonderful trail behind campsite that goes into town or to the visitor's center, with trails spurring off in many directions. Clean dump with fresh water. Good cell phone coverage. Highly recommend if you are visiting... more
Beautiful campground inside nat'l park. Sites spacious, especially for a natl park campground. Very dog friendly and has wonderful trail behind campsite that goes into town or to the visitor's center, with trails spurring off in many directions. Clean dump with fresh water. Good cell phone coverage. Highly recommend if you are visiting Zion.
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UtahCamper would stay here again
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“Watchman Campground: Spacious Paradise, Steps from Adventure”
Reviewed 1/3/2024
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | B010 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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Watchman Campground: Spacious Paradise, Steps from Adventure (1979 characters) We loved our campout at Watchman! Sites were big - like, spread a tarp and still have room to kickback big. Bonus points for 50amp hookup for our glamping dreams. Feeling the cool river wind and hearing its lullaby each night was unforgettable. And talk... more
Watchman Campground: Spacious Paradise, Steps from Adventure (1979 characters)
We loved our campout at Watchman! Sites were big - like, spread a tarp and still have room to kickback big. Bonus points for 50amp hookup for our glamping dreams. Feeling the cool river wind and hearing its lullaby each night was unforgettable. And talk about convenience! Visitor center, shuttles, and epic trails - all a hop, skip, and jump away. Whether you're craving Canyon Overlook views or Narrows wades, Watchman puts you front and center for Zion magic. Just be prepared for some friendly squirrels - they're expert camp-snack sniffers! Highly recommend!
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Verizon 4G
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Big Sites, Great Signal For Working ”
Reviewed 1/2/2024
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Travel Trailer) |
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Stayed in the B loop. Spots are spacious with some vegetation between sites. Not private, but not on top of each other. Had great Verizon internet signal for working remotely, but we were there in December and there were only a handful of people there. Might be more of a signal fight if it were full.
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OregonMum would stay here again
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“Quaint, Walking Distance To Bars ”
Reviewed 12/14/2023
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
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We really loved it here! It was a nice change of pace for us to have restaurants, stores and bars right in walking distance of this NP campground! You can also connect right to the Parus trail from the campground, which is so handy when you have dogs.
We really liked Zion brewing next door! :)
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Jane would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- dry camping
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- picnic area
- recreation trail
- water access
Site Amenities
- big rig
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- group sites
- ADA Accessible
- recycle
- restrooms: flush
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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