3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort and BaseCamp 37° provide luxury glamping accommodations near Fredonia, Arizona, with easy access to Zion National Park. Zion Ponderosa offers canvas tents with comfortable beds, electricity, and heating for year-round comfort. The resort features both standard and deluxe glamping options, with the deluxe tents offering more space and privacy. BaseCamp 37° provides well-appointed safari tents with modern amenities including running water and toilet facilities. Both locations offer picnic tables and fire rings at each site, allowing guests to enjoy the outdoor experience while maintaining comfort. One guest shared, "We finished out our Spring Break trip by glamping in one of the canvas tents at Ponderosa. I'd never been so excited to sleep in a bed. We were provided with a power strip for phone charging as well as electricity, extra blankets, and towels."
The glamping resorts near Fredonia provide convenient access to multiple national parks, with Zion National Park just minutes away and Bryce Canyon within a 2-hour drive. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort offers extensive on-site amenities including two swimming pools, hot tubs, mini-golf, and a playground. Guests can access hiking trails directly from the property, including the Observation Point trail. The resort maintains heated bathrooms and showers for comfort in all seasons. According to a camper, "Beautiful resort, deer everywhere, tons of activities, mini golf, 2 pools and 2 hot tubs, heated bathrooms and showers." Visitors staying at these luxury camping destinations can enjoy guided adventures, stargazing under clear night skies, and convenient shuttle services to Zion National Park. Most glamping accommodations require reservations, with availability varying seasonally and sites filling quickly during peak summer months.
"On-site host. Reservations were easy to make. This is a great place to set up as home base for a few days while you explore the area."
"Registration cards (after paying online) are at the easy to overlook sign at the entrance. Non-electric sites are the first ones."
from $29 - $39 / night
"Incredible location to fully enjoy Zion National Park. Very clean campground despite being full. The staff is friendly."
"Lovely spot with a river running along one side, but only people with river spots have access to it! Conveniently within the nice town of Springdale and very close to park entrance."
"Each campsite has a fire pit and picnic table. There are restrooms with running water and electricity. Only a short walk from a shuttle station and Visitor’s Center."
"Tent campers: Sites were a good size, even for multiple tents people pitched. My favorites are 68, 71, 72 and 74, walk to sites along the Virgin River that are a very short distance from parking. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $35 / night
"Great campsite very close to Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park and only 40 minutes away from Zion National Park. Pay station located at the campground so have $5 cash per night to deposit."
"Quiet, only $5, and clean bathrooms. I arrived in the evening and only 8-10 of the sites were occupied. All others were quiet and respectful. Variety of shaded spots."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $50 / night
"It’s located in the gorgeous little town of Kanab. We purchased a campsite just to park our van after a long day of hiking."
"From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel right at home—they were welcoming, helpful, and always had a smile on their faces."
Available this weekend
from $25 - $50 / night
"Great place to go with your family and spend few days together, in this campground you can stay in a tent, cabin, a type of carriage (See pictures) it comes with ac, beds, etc, and Zion national park is"
"We were just looking for a place to sleep, checked out the first camping outside of Zion east entrance and decided to check out the next closest one according to info from the Zion ranger."
"We stayed in their air conditioned cabins, 13 miles from zion park entrance, great clean park ,staff was very polite and helpful, great store onsite"
"Full hook ups, heated pool and hot tub. Restrooms and laundry on site. Propane also on site. There are also a series of fenced in dog parks (3)."
from $180 - $200 / night
"This site has a day use picnic in front and then two group areas with a closed gate behind. Group A and Group B."
"Easy access, pea gravel, nice sites with precast concrete picnic tables, good fire pits, tall pines, pit toilets,"
from $5 - $103 / night
ScoutNice shady campground about 25 minutes east of St. George, in Hurricane, a town closer to Zion National Park. Quiet and easy access to town amenities, Walgreens around the corner, grocery store across the street and Wendy’s nearby. Fire pit, laundry and showers are clean and close. Highly recommend. Not on the Main Street but some street noise, but that’s the only reason for a four star rating as we are from the quiet of Wyoming.
ScoutWhat a great place to stay for the cheap price of $29 per night for full hookups. The roads getting in are great and had no issue at all. RV site all gravel and subject to a few puddles, but all in all for the price and amenities, it’s a great place.
ScoutThe most Beautiful campground I’ve ever stayed at. They have paved spots with a fire pit and picnic table. well maintained and prices are reasonable. Only downside is no showers!
TravelerViews from the campground are second to none
TravelerI’m fairly new to trailer travel. This is the cleanest and conveniently located park I’ve stayed at so far..
GuideWe had a nice, quiet one-night stay here. Dog park, clean bathrooms, easy pull-through slots! The office cat is very friendly. Get your food before you get to Leeds as there isn’t much available near campground.
ScoutThis is a perfect location to visit Zion. Springdale is a cute town with lots of cafes and restaurants etc. The rv park is so nice with great showers!
GuideWe needed a break from the Utah heat. The gracious and helpful folks at check in lined us up on an amazing site with full shade and manicured grass between spots. The laundry, showers, clean bathrooms, dog wash and dog play area is also nice. This place gave us everything we needed before getting back to boondocking!
GuideAn amazing place to camp, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Fantastic hiking and cycling trails with spectacular views in every direction. The nearby town of Springdale has plenty to offer, with great places to eat, shop and explore. A perfect stop for anyone visiting Zion National Park. Highly recommended!
Camping near Fredonia, Arizona offers diverse options from primitive dispersed sites to developed campgrounds with modern amenities. Located in the Colorado Plateau at approximately 4,800 feet elevation, the region experiences temperature swings of 30-40°F between day and night. Winter camping here requires preparation for overnight temperatures that can drop below freezing from November through March.
Explore desert dunes: Visit Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park just north of Fredonia. "We went here in November and just before the rain came in. It was very windy all day. Not many people here at this time. Great site for $5. Close to Pink Coral Sand Dunes," shares a camper from Ponderosa Grove Campground.
Hike nearby trails: Many campsites provide access to hiking paths. "Perfect place to call home base for a few nights while checking out the Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon and more," notes a visitor at SimpleLife Campsites.
Enjoy river access: Cool off in the Virgin River during summer months. "The cool Virgin River behind our site was a nice place to soak our tired feet and enjoy a beverage after hiking in Zion," explains a camper from Zion River Resort.
Budget-friendly options: Dispersed camping offers significant savings. "Lots of spots to choose from and some great views to be had. Highly recommend," reports a camper about Zion Hwy 9 Dispersed Camping.
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain good bathroom standards. "Bathrooms are amazing. Clean, hot water, showers, modern, with lots of places to hang and set your stuff," notes a SimpleLife Campsites visitor.
Quieter alternatives: Avoid crowds by camping outside park boundaries. "We preferred the pace of Virgin over Sugardale, and it was only 20min away," mentions a Zion River Resort guest who appreciated the calmer atmosphere compared to in-park camping.
Weather considerations: The area experiences significant seasonal variations. "We woke up the next morning to a light dusting of snow, but were not cold during the night," reports a visitor at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort about early spring conditions.
Campsite availability: Finding a spot can be challenging during peak season. "Original plan was to camp inside the park but failed to secure a site," explains a Zion River Resort camper who found alternatives.
Road conditions: Some dispersed camping areas require careful driving. "Access to the dispersed Campground is a little bit rough but if you go slowly it's ok. Can be really muddy after rain so be careful about that," warns a camper at South Campground — Zion National Park.
Look for kid-friendly amenities: Several resorts offer activities specifically for children. "Lots of fun for kids. Horseback riding, putt putt golf, pad boards, cabins, tents and RV sites," mentions a visitor at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.
Consider yurt camping: Yurt camping near Fredonia, Arizona provides a comfortable option for families with young children. "We stayed in the 'Cowboy Cabins'. The cabin itself was clean and cozy! The facilities are likewise clean and there are tons of activities right on property. The recreation room is fantastic for antsy teens!" shares a Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort visitor.
Bring entertainment: Even with natural surroundings, having additional activities helps. "With temperatures in the 90s all week, we appreciated the shade, the pool, and full hookups for AC," notes a Zion River Resort camper about keeping cool during summer visits.
Site selection matters: Pay attention to site sizes and layouts when booking. "The lots are huge. Very wide and with lovely grass and gravel. Everyone gets a grassy area. The concrete pad is very level," explains an RV camper at Zion River Resort.
Hook-up quality varies: Check what utilities are available at each location. "The hookups are great. I get so frustrated when parks put the water hookup really low to the ground and you can barely get your hose hooked up. No such issue here. Electric is great, as was sewer," shares another Zion River Resort visitor.
Connectivity challenges: Internet and cell service can be limited. "There is virtually no cell signal in Virgin. Certainly not enough to even begin to create a hot spot. There is wifi (and we even had a booster on our site)...but there was still terribly connectivity," notes a Zion Canyon Campground visitor, highlighting a common issue throughout the region.
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