Zion National Park is one of Utah’s mighty 5 National Parks. If you plan an RV trip to Zion NP, several campgrounds are inside the park. However, fifteen miles west of the park, you will find the Zion River Resort RV Park & Campground. This is where you will find the best RV camping near Zion NP.
Impressive views surround the Zion River Resort RV Park & Campground. There is not a wrong spot in the campground. This is a highly family-friendly location and a great spot to set up camp while exploring Zion.
Zion River Resort RV Park & Campground
551 E State Route 9, Virgin, UT
Zion River Resort is located in the small town of Virgin, approximately 20 minutes west of Zion National Park’s south entrance.
The Best RV Camping Near Zion NP
Amenities
- Large social hall, game room, and activity area
- Free high-speed internet
- Heated swimming pool and spa
- Gazebo-style community kitchen
- Charcoal grill, tables, electric outlets
- Off-leash dog area and poop park
- Convenience store and gift shop
- Coin-operated laundry facilities
- On-site propane refill service
- Ice Cream Shop during spring and summer
- Private restrooms with shower and toilet
- 14-passenger shuttle bus to Zion NP
Campground Review
Zion River Resort RV Park is ranked as one of the most beautiful RV parks in the country. After camping in numerous campgrounds throughout 32 states, Zion River Resort is undoubtedly one of our favorite RV locations. In our opinion, this is the best RV camping near Zion National Park.
The RV park sits along the tranquil Virgin River. Surrounding the park are majestic views of the painted desert. We have yet to go to another RV park with such amazing views.
Each site offers full hooks-up and can accommodate any size RV. All the sites have a fire ring picnic table and a tree for shade. Our picture shows each site separated by a well-maintained area of grass.
The staff during our stay was terrific, and the campground was meticulously maintained.
During our time visiting, the park was filled with families. The staff made all of the kids feel welcome. and helped them enjoy their time at the park. A family-friendly park is always an important feature when traveling with kids.
The park offers a shuttle to the National Park for a small round-trip fee. The shuttle drops you off right at the entrance to the National Park and picks you up at the same spot in the afternoon. We had about 5 hours to tour and visit the Park.
In addition, Zion River RV resort offers a well-maintained pool, gift shop, and small store.
Without question, we highly recommend a stay at the Zion River Resort RV Park if you are planning a trip to the area.
Visit the Zion National Park
This awesome park is located in southwestern Utah near the town of Springdale. The park is best known for Zion Canyon, which is about 15 miles long and up to 2,640 ft deep. The Virgin River runs through the canyon, this is the same canyon that the Rv park sits on. It is this canyon that provides the amazing views the Park is known for along with the miles of hiking trails.
The National Park Service offers a shuttle system throughout the park. This shuttle runs from the visitor center along the Scenic Drive to destinations like the Zion Lodge and hiking trails, including Emerald Pools, West Rim Trail, and Temple of Sinawava where hikers depart for the Narrows. This is the only way to travel along the Scenic Drive as private vehicles are no longer allowed.
Zion has a large and varied ecosystem. In addition, you could expect to see lizards, mule deer, and wild turkeys. Hopefully won’t run into some of the more dangerous animals, like mountain lions or rattlesnakes, on their vacations.
Hiking at Zion National Park
When visiting Zion the activity we highly recommend taking advantage of the many hiking opportunities. Zion NP offers hiking trails for beginners up to the most experienced hikers. The trails through Zion offer unbelievable views of the canyon.
We hiked along the Emerald Pools Trail and the Lower Emerald Pool Trail. Both of these are easy, level trails that offer amazing views of the mountains, and waterfalls.
Zion National Park is best known for its difficult trail Angels Landing. This is a 5-mile round-trip hike with an elevation gain of almost 1,500 feet. The trail is carved out of the rock formations making its way up to Angels Landing.
All though we did not climb this trail it is certainly a bucket list-worthy hike for any advanced hiker visiting Zion
Zion Lodge
Zion lodge is the only in-park lodging within Zion NP. In addition, it is the only place inside the park you can purchase food at. You can stop to eat at either the Red Rock Grill or the Castle Dome Cafe.
Our Experience RV Camping Near Zion
Our stay at the Zion River RV Park was a part of our cross-country trip to the Grand Canyon. We had the pleasure of staying two nights here and absolutely loved it. Of all of our RV adventures, this is one of the top RV parks we have stayed at.
The staff was great to us, and the views from the park are truly breathtaking. In addition, they make it extremely easy to get to the National Park.
If you are looking for something other than Zion we highly recommend visiting the Grafton Ghost town. This is a great location to stop and learn about the history of the area. However, you need to be aware that you will be taking an unpaved dirt road to the area.
In our opinion, Zion River RV Park is with out question the best RV camping near zion.
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Have you visited Zion National Park or the Zion River RV Resort? How was your experience? Do you have any tips for others looking to visit the area?
