Glamping in Cannonville, Utah offers excellent access to both Bryce Canyon and Kodachrome Basin State Park, with elevations around 5,800 feet contributing to cool nights even in summer. The area's limited light pollution creates exceptional stargazing opportunities, with temperatures typically ranging from 80°F during summer days to below freezing on winter nights. Local glamping accommodations often close from November through February due to snowfall and freezing temperatures.
What to do
Fishing at nearby reservoirs: The Riverside Ranch provides access to the Sevier River where campers can fish for trout. "Even though the creek was small there were some BIG trout! Super clean and quiet in this vast valley with beautiful sunsets," notes one visitor.
Hiking at Kodachrome Basin: Just minutes from Rock Springs Bench, these dispersed sites offer quick access to the state park's trails. "We came here on a Friday night in mid-June before exploring Kodachrome Basin State Park. I could not believe how close we were to the state park without having any other people around," reports one camper.
Stargazing opportunities: The dark skies above Cannonville make it perfect for astronomy. "At night it felt like you could see a million stars above," mentions a visitor to The Riverside Ranch. The high desert location away from major cities creates ideal conditions for viewing constellations.
What campers like
Proximity to multiple parks: Staying near Cannonville puts you between several attractions. "Great location. Super close to Bryce Canyon National Park and about 1.5 hours from Zion," notes a visitor to Rubys Inn RV Park and Campground.
Alternative to crowded parks: Many visitors appreciate finding less crowded alternatives to the national parks. "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?" shares a guest at Bryce Canyon Yurt.
Clean facilities: Visitors consistently mention facility cleanliness as a highlight. "The showers are fantastic and are available for a cost for non-campers also," reports a Rubys Inn visitor. Another camper at Duck Creek noted, "Bathrooms were cleaned twice a day - cleanest campground bathrooms I've used."
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Most glamping operations in the Cannonville area run from March through October. "We stayed in September and by the middle of the night it was about 20 degrees so bundle up!!" warns a visitor to Rubys Inn RV Park.
Weather changes: Temperature fluctuations can be extreme. At Duck Creek, one visitor reported, "We chose 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."
Road conditions: Some dispersed camping areas require careful navigation. At Rock Springs Bench, a reviewer warned, "Dirt access road that can get impassable when it rains (and believe them when they say impassable!). Not a lot of dispersed camp sites, maybe 6 or 7 in this immediate area."
Tips for camping with families
Recreation options: Kids need activities between park visits. Bryce Valley KOA offers "a nice little playground, used pretty regularly by little ones. Lots of space to walk dogs out back," according to a recent visitor.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children often enjoy spotting local wildlife. "Mountain views. Horses across the road. Mule deer out back occasionally," notes a Bryce Valley KOA visitor.
Space considerations: When camping with families, site selection matters. At Duck Creek, "This is a nice campground where your sites are not too crowded. You're stuck into the trees nicely (for the tent sites, RV are more open)."
Tips from RVers
Site layout challenges: RVers should note hookup locations at various campgrounds. At Rubys Inn RV Park, "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."
Varied privacy levels: Some RV parks offer more separation than others. At Wide Hollow Campground, "Beautiful new campground with great site spacing and excellent views. All new facilities nice and clean."
Utility requirements: Extended hoses may be needed at some sites. A visitor to Wide Hollow noted, "Water taps are not easy to spot and basically require a lengthy hose or to park in a neighbor's spot to avail."
