Best Glamping near Brian Head, UT

Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort and Cedar City RV Resort provide luxury glamping accommodations near Brian Head, Utah, with accommodations ranging from safari-style canvas tents to deluxe yurts. The Ponderosa Ranch features climate-controlled glamping units nestled among ponderosa pines, offering comfortable beds with linens, private decks, and electricity. Cedar City's glamping cabins include amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and proximity to hiking trails. Both properties maintain clean, modern bathroom facilities with hot showers, and most glamping sites include access to resort-style amenities such as laundry facilities, markets, and trash service. According to a visitor, "The campground was peaceful, weather was perfect, and our site had everything we needed for a comfortable outdoor experience."

Located within driving distance of both Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, these glamping properties serve as ideal basebases for exploring southern Utah's natural wonders. The Riverside Ranch in Hatch offers year-round glamping with full hookup sites and resort-style amenities, while maintaining excellent ratings from visitors who appreciate the property's cleanliness and service. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort supplements their glamping accommodations with on-site activities, a market for provisions, and firewood available for purchase. During summer months, Duck Creek Village provides additional canvas tent camping options in a serene forest setting with hiking trails and wildlife viewing opportunities. One guest noted, "The campground is incredibly beautiful and smells amazing. You can also make reservations, and it is recommended. It is tucked into a woodsy area and the sites are very private."

Best Glamping Sites Near Brian Head, Utah (30)

    1. Duck Creek

    31 Reviews
    Duck Creek Village, UT
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $28 - $160 / night

    "Duck Creek has some nice hiking trails, but a lot of people seem to come here with their ATVs. The campground has an ATV parking lot and trail."

    "Well-spaced & large sites with level concrete driveways (good for RV parking) & concrete picnic table/fire pit areas. Clean restrooms, water on taps, close to Duck Creek Reservoir."

    2. Cedar City RV Resort by Rjourney

    12 Reviews
    Cedar City, UT
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 522-5526

    "The park is on the edge of town but close to anything you might want or need. Our site was directly across from the playground and 50 steps from the off-leash dog park."

    "The staff was as friendly as before and the grounds were still clean and well maintained. The last visit had us next to the playground (spot G8) who's quiet hours were not observed or enforced."

    3. Cedar Canyon

    6 Reviews
    Brian Head, UT
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $22 - $75 / night

    "With the campground near Cedar Breaks, Brian Head, and Duck Creek, this campsite is a perfect getaway for your beginner to novice camper. This campground is very well-maintained."

    "We set up 9 tents and there was still room for more. Vault toilets and 2 water spigots were a very short walk away. 2 big picnic tables. 1 other table near campfire. 1 campfire."

    4. Panguitch Lake

    4 Reviews
    Brian Head, UT
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $23 - $92 / night

    "dark night skies, and enjoyable/audible location near Panguitch Creek in the ravine below."

    "Great place, great staff and great fishing. Panguitch Lake in Utah is awesome!"

    5. South Campground — Zion National Park

    91 Reviews
    Springdale, UT
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 772-3256

    $35 - $50 / night

    "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. "

    6. Zion Canyon Campground

    92 Reviews
    Springdale, UT
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 772-3237

    "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."

    7. Rubys Inn RV Park and Campground

    78 Reviews
    Fern Ridge Lake, OR
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 834-5341

    "We booked a reservation with a small group and asked to be next to each other.  They accommodated that request.  The spaces were roomy and all of ours were pretty level. "

    "Tent camping is first come first serve, we arrived about 5:30 and was able to get a spot pretty easily however as we watch people arrive later there were less spots with fire pits and picknic tables."

    8. Zion River Resort

    75 Reviews
    Virgin, UT
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 822-8594

    "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)."

    9. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

    29 Reviews
    Springdale, UT
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 293-5444

    "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."

    "Beautiful resort, deer everywhere, tons of activities, mini golf, 2 pools and 2 hot tubs, heated bathrooms and showers, restaurants food wasn't very good but the staff was super friendly."

    10. The Riverside Ranch

    5 Reviews
    Dixie National Forest, UT
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (435) 720-4464

    "When looking to book a campground near Bryce this was ranked pretty high and about 30 minutes away from the park and about 1.5 hours from Zion."

    "Very good park in the small town of Hatch, Utah. Clean quiet park with full hookups and all the necessities. Bathrooms and showers were good and staff was very friendly and accommodating."

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Glamping Reviews near Brian Head, UT

546 Reviews of 30 Brian Head Campgrounds


  • Krista T.
    Jun. 26, 2019

    Bryce Canyon Yurt

    Great place to take it easy

    Did you know that a lot of Airbnb listings have their own websites OFF of airbnb where you can book them for much cheaper since you aren’t charged an Airbnb service fee? I did, but totally forgot to check for this yurt. Shoot! 

    We checked in to the yurt on our way to Bryce canyon which is half an hour away. The location was tough for us to find, especially considering that we had some traffic behind us so we couldn’t slow down too much as we looked for the driveway. The sign that they have does not have great visibility so we definitely missed the driveway going past it both directions. It definitely helps to familiarize yourself with the buildings on the other side of the road as landmarks if you are going to be coming and going frequently from here. We used a“no passing zone” triangular sign that was kind of by the driveway as our more immediate landmark. 

    Jeannie and her husband live in the center yurt and are friendly, but they give you your space. Of all of my airbnb experiences where the hosts were on-site they were by far my favorite. It is really hard to find hosts that strike the perfect balance of friendliness. Apparently the 3 yurts on the property used to be an art studio and they have converted the two side yurts into liveable spaces. We stayed in the studio yurt which was cheaper, the deluxe yurt is more spacious and includes a couch and its slightly more removed from Jeannie’s yurt so your deck is more private.  A mini-fridge, microwave, and other kitchen small appliances that we didn't use were available.  

    The BEST part of this yurt was the view from the deck. We passed up a sunset in Bryce so that we could hang out here instead. My husband spent a significant amount of time taking slow-mos of their hummingbird visitors- there were A TON of them. The other great thing is that there is a washer and dryer. It took me a while to figure the washer out since water would not run unless the lid was closed. It was great to be able to get laundry done in the middle of our trip while we could lounge on the bed watching tv instead of having to go to a laundromat- there is also wifi available! We would definitely stay here again, and if you look at their website you can see some other nearby cabins/tipis that are available to rent.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Zion Canyon Campground

    Incredible location to fully enjoy Zion National Park. It's worth it.

    Incredible location to fully enjoy Zion National Park. Very clean campground despite being full. The staff is friendly. The sites are very close to each other but they took care to keep the sewers away from our view. Air-conditioned bathroom. One free shower of 6 minutes max per night but it's enough. Shuttle to the park on the corner of the street or 10 minutes walk to reach the Visitor Center. Incredible view of the mountains including The Watchman!!

  • Michael C.
    Aug. 4, 2020

    Zion River Resort

    Super nice cabin

    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

  • Chelsie  N.
    Jul. 2, 2017

    Rubys Inn RV Park and Campground

    An experience

    So, take Ruby's with a grain of salt. It's historic, big, and tourist-y. We camped in the tipi (most tipis are ON the highway, so request tipi 10) that was by the lake. The tipi is probably the only secluded camping available. It was fun and pretty comfortable. It was cool at night in June, unlike all the other places we have camped in Utah. Sadly, there are so many lights at Ruby's, you can't see the stars. But, the atmosphere at Ruby's is more like being at an attraction than being outside in nature. Bathrooms are too small and there aren't enough of them to support the campground. There are shuttles to Bryce Canyon park available from Ruby's. There are shops, groceries, and anything you need at Ruby's. If you're used to nice mountain bikes, do t get your hopes up with the rentals. They are in bad shape. Also, there really are not mountain bike trails in the area. Even mountain trails that allow bikes are really horse trails and terrible to ride.

  • Dave D.
    Jun. 21, 2021

    Bryce Canyon RV Resort by Rjourney

    LOVE THIS KOA!!!

    Such a well-maintained, comfortable, clean, campground!

    We came down early in the season, so it was still a little cold, which ended up freezing our fresh water hose (my fault!), but it is such a beautiful location to camp in!

    And the staff....HOLY COW!! So friendly! So helpful! I ended up blowing out the hot water faucet on my outdoor kitchen, and they were nice enough to bring me some teflon tape to put on the new fittings to avoid leaks. 

    Just all around a great place!! We'll DEFINITELY be back!

  • R
    May. 12, 2019

    South Campground — Zion National Park

    Great campground

    This campground is great for exploring Zion National Park. 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. We also had deer around our campsite every morning and evening.

  • Deborah C.
    Jul. 6, 2019

    Duck Creek

    Duck Creek, June, 2019

    We choose duck creek due to the proximity to Zion and Bryce Canyon and it was an hour or so from each. This was a nice quite spot, but at the end of June it was freezing! In the mornings it was around 37 degrees, I had to jump in the truck to warm up! No showers or cell service, the bathrooms had running water and were clean. We never found any showers or laundry in duck creek village as the site suggested and there was no one to ask. We found a nice RV park in hatch where we had showers for 5.00 each, laundry was also reasonable there. They had picnic tables and a fire pit which was nice.

  • John R.
    Jul. 12, 2019

    Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

    Most amenities of any campground I've ever seen

    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. Info said 2 miles, but more like 7-8. Upon arrival my kids eyes lit up and we booked 3 mid week nights. Free, private hot showers. Dish was station. Free pool and hot tub, ball sports, playground and fitness trail. Pay for stuff like bungie trampoline and rock wall and put put. 2 camp stores recently equipped, even individual beers(4%). Our site was a little small, tent was to close to the fire ring to feel comfortable with a fire. We peaked at the glamping tents and were jealous, maybe next time. Great spot at $30 a night plus taxes etc.

  • Elizabeth G.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Zion West RV Park

    Convenient location to Bryce and Zion

    I have stayed here twice in 2020. Once in January and again in July. I haven’t stayed in an rv but they do have glamping tents and tiny houses to rent on Airbnb for reasonable prices.

    This place is about 45 minutes from Zion National park and 2 hours from Bryce Canyon.

    There’s a laundry room for you to do laundry (bring your own quarters) and the bathrooms are nice and clean. You don’t get as much privacy for the showers as I’d prefer but it’s not that terrible since I think only Airbnb guests uses the restrooms and not the rv guests. WiFi was available for us which helped plan our hikes.

    There are tables around the laundry room building to sit at and relax. It’s a very quiet campground too which made sitting out in the evening very peaceful. The owners are so nice and accommodating. Cell service was okay but goes in and out (1-2 bars for Verizon)


Guide to Brian Head

Cedar Canyon Campground offers a cooler alternative to Brian Head's summer heat, with temperatures dropping up to 20 degrees within just 12 miles of Cedar City. Located within Dixie National Forest, most camping areas maintain moderate temperatures even during summer months when lower elevations exceed 90°F. Weather can change quickly in this mountainous region, with temperature swings of 30-40 degrees between day and night common in spring and fall.

What to do

Fishing at Panguitch Lake: Located about 30 minutes from Brian Head, this lake offers excellent trout fishing opportunities. At Panguitch Lake, you'll find "Great trout fishing area and camping ground for RV. Market and restaurant. Cheap prices!" according to Danny P.

Off-road adventures: The area features extensive trail systems for ATV enthusiasts. Duck Creek Village provides access to hundreds of miles of trails. One reviewer noted, "If you are looking for 800+ miles of OHV trails, this is the place to go! ATV's, dirt bikes and side by sides galore!" Ryan V. warns that "It is a fun place to camp if you are expecting the noise."

River relaxation: The Sevier River provides a peaceful setting for anglers and those wanting to cool off. A visitor to The Riverside Ranch mentioned, "Fishing in this little creek was great. Even though the creek was small there were some BIG trout! Super clean and quiet in this vast valley with beautiful sunsets."

What campers like

Temperature relief: Many campgrounds sit at higher elevations, offering escape from summer heat. One camper at Cedar Canyon shared, "Cedar City was 92F in July and this campground was 72F just 12mi away. What a relief from the heat on our road trip out West."

Dark night skies: The remote location provides excellent stargazing opportunities. A visitor to The Riverside Ranch described the experience: "Backed right up to the Sevier river with amazing views of the mountains. And to make things even better, at night it felt like you could see a million stars above."

Proximity to national parks: Several campgrounds serve as convenient bases for exploring both Zion and Bryce Canyon. According to one visitor, Ruby's Inn is "Only 1 mile outside the park and you can take the Shuttle from there... Some spots are shady and some spots are not... $46 a night for full hook ups."

What you should know

Weather fluctuations: Mountain weather can change rapidly and nights get very cold, even in summer. A camper at Duck Creek warned, "We choose duck creek due to the proximity to Zion and Bryce Canyon and it was an hour or so from each. This was a nice quite spot, but at the end of June it was freezing! In the mornings it was around 37 degrees, I had to jump in the truck to warm up!"

Reservation timing: Many campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak season. For South Campground in Zion, "The campground used to be first come, first serve but is now reservable, with sites opening on a rolling basis two weeks in advance. This is great for a semi-spontaneous trip at a busy time of year."

Site selection matters: Review campsite details and photos before booking. A visitor to Ruby's Inn RV Park advised, "Campground has sites for all kinds of campers from tent/dry camping to huge sites for big rigs. Some are shaded and in the trees and some are open. Make sure you check with the staff as to which kind you are getting if that's important to you."

Tips for camping with families

Consider resort-style glamping: For families wanting both outdoor experience and amenities, Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort offers various accommodations. As one reviewer shared, "We finished out our Spring Break Outdoor recreation trip by clamping in one of the canvas tents at Ponderosa. I'd never been so excited to sleep in a bed. We slept with 5 people in each tent. The tents were accommodated with 4 beds (2 twin, 1 Queen, and 1 pull-out couch)."

Look for kid-friendly activities: Some campgrounds offer recreational facilities. A visitor to Zion Ponderosa noted, "Lots of fun for kids. Horseback riding, putt putt golf, pad boards, cabins, tents and Rv sites."

Group site options: For larger family gatherings, Cedar Canyon offers spacious group sites. One camper described, "Campsite was HUGE! 12 kids, 8 adults, 5 cars, 2 nights. We set up 9 tents and there was still room for more. Vault toilets and 2 water spigots were a very short walk away. 2 big picnic tables."

Tips from RVers

Site spacing considerations: RV parks vary considerably in how sites are arranged. At Zion River Resort, one RVer mentioned, "The lots are huge. Very wide and with lovely grass and gravel. Everyone gets a grassy area. The concrete pad is very level."

Hookup locations: Pay attention to where utilities are positioned at each site. A visitor to Ruby's Inn noted, "The hookups on our sites were more to one end of the site and not so much in the middle of the site which was not a problem for any of us. It seemed most sites had great shade trees in the area we were in."

Weather preparation: Be ready for temperature swings and wind. An RVer at The Riverside Ranch cautioned, "Can be very windy at times so awnings stayed in the whole stay(4 nights). Pretty level sites on gravel."

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