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    Pine Valley Equestrian Campground offers primitive camping with access to bridle trails and designated horse areas near Central, Utah. The campground provides clean vault toilets, potable drinking water, and picnic tables at each site. Horse owners can set up camp near their animals while maintaining adequate separation between equine and human spaces. The site layout creates privacy between campsites with minimal visibility between neighbors. Facilities remain open seasonally from May 11 to September 24, making it ideal for summer equestrian camping trips. The campground earns consistently high ratings from visitors who appreciate the peaceful environment and well-maintained grounds.

    The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring multiple trail systems suitable for horseback riding in the Pine Valley area. A peaceful stream runs within short walking distance of the campsites, providing natural water access and creating a serene camping atmosphere. Equestrians planning longer trips to regional attractions should note the campground's strategic location, approximately 90 minutes from Zion National Park. This positioning makes it a valuable alternative for horse campers during peak tourist seasons when other camping options become limited. The combination of scenic wooded surroundings, stream access, and cooler evening temperatures creates comfortable conditions for both riders and their horses during summer months.

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    Best Equestrian Campgrounds near Central (17)

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      1. Snow Canyon State Park Campground

      4.4(42)15mi from Central36 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "2.5 mike hike in, 300 ft elevation gain, easy trail to beautiful overlook of southern Utah. Camp is a sandy open area next to the overlook and cliffs of Snow Canyon State Park. Free to camp."

      "Snow Canyon is a still relatively unknown place near St George, Utah. There is SO much to do around there and there are great hikes that leave from this campground which makes it even better."

      from $40 - $200 / night

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      2. Pine Valley Equestrian Campground

      4.8(5)8mi from CentralRVs, Tents

      "Horse stables away from tents and didn’t smell at all. Restrooms really clean. Can’t wait to go again"

      "Has a gorgeous, peaceful stream running a very short walk from the sites. I spent most of my time walking through shaded woods along the stream and collecting water for boiling along with firewood."

      from $21 - $42 / night

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      3. South Campground — Zion National Park

      4.4(91)38mi from Central128 sitesRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Perfect location just a short walk away from the visitors center where you catch the shuttle into the park, or exit to catch the shuttle to Springdale. Clean bathrooms. No shade at site 125."

      "Located right inside of the National Park area just a few hundred yards from the visitor center this place is the hardest reservation to get at Zion because it is always filling up."

      from $35 / night

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      4. Enterprise Reservoir Campground

      4.3(4)15mi from CentralRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Lakeside dispersed camping is competitive, so get there early on a Friday if you plan to be there over a weekend."

      "Arrive early Friday for lakeside spots. Will definitely return."

      from $40 / night

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      5. Toquerville Falls Primitive

      4.7(12)22mi from CentralRVs, Tents

      "Toquerville Falls Utah. BLM area. Free off grid camping. Cool place to see. Lots of off road, 4 wheeler/side by side, dirt bike, Hiking to do in the area."

      "Small falls, with camping right next to it. It takes a 4x4 for get here...cars or vehicles with low clearance BE WARE! You won't make it."

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      6. Zion Wright Family Ranch

      4.9(16)29mi from CentralRVs, Tents

      "The host Bill was very kind, we were able to take a 2 hour horse back ride around the ranch which is a must! The ranch is huge and you can pick and chose which ever spot you like."

      "We got caught in high winds one day/night that nearly blew our tent down and covered everything in a thick layer of dust so beware."

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      7. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

      4.3(31)42mi from CentralRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "The campground is located away from the resort features which we appreciated, so that is was a little more of an authentic camping experience."

      "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."

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      8. Mount Trumbull Loop Dispersed

      3.3(6)30mi from CentralRVs, Tents

      "Some gunfire in distance. Said permit may be required on sign. Even with rain roads were ok."

      "Fair bit of trash around hillsides where people are shooting."

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      9. Welcome Springs

      5.0(1)28mi from CentralTents

      "There is a rock climbing trail near by. Plenty of ATV trails."

      10. County Hwy 5/BLM 1069 Dispersed

      5.0(1)33mi from CentralRVs, Tents

      "There's nothing there but what God put there and a few people left behind. (I was a little disappointed with the small bit of thrash left at some old camp sites I found)."

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    • Jody S.
      Jan. 31, 2021

      Toquerville Falls Primitive

      A guy and his dog Toquerville Falls Utah

      Toquerville Falls Utah. BLM area. Free off grid camping. Cool place to see. Lots of off road, 4 wheeler/side by side, dirt bike, Hiking to do in the area. This is NOT a 2 wheel drive adventure to see a water fall. It’s strictly 4 wheel drive only. Hike it first to end don’t ruin your vehicle for this. Steep. Slick. 2 ft rock boulderings straight drop offs and roads cut towards them. If too slick see ya. Trust. Walk it. 4wd is ok. 3.5 miles takes 45min slow Mo style. So walking speed? Almost. Walk it no 2wd.

    • Chad M.
      Jul. 6, 2023

      Pine Valley Equestrian Campground

      Pine Valley Equestrian s

      Very quiet campground and felt like we were alone. Can’t see other sites. Horse stables away from tents and didn’t smell at all. Restrooms really clean. Can’t wait to go again

    • MThe Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 27, 2020

      Enterprise Reservoir Campground

      Lakeside Dispersed Camping

      We have camped here several times in our trailer over the past few months. Lakeside dispersed camping is competitive, so get there early on a Friday if you plan to be there over a weekend. There are also designated campsites with tables, but they are quite a bit farther from the lake. Lakeside spots at the Upper Reservoir near the big rocks usually go first. The lower reservoir is quieter and lakeside spots are easier to obtain. The scenery at the lower reservoir is not as nice, though we’ve had better luck fishing at the lower reservoir. The lake does get pretty busy with a fair amount of ATV activity and kayakers, which we don’t mind, but it may be an important point for others. No shade trees. No cell service. Check the weather before you go - it can get very windy. A nice getaway in Southern Utah if you are self-contained as you can camp right on the lake.

    • Stephanie L.
      Sep. 2, 2018

      South Campground — Zion National Park

      Rough camping

      To enter the South-Zion National Park camp grounds you have to go through the park entrance and the camp grounds are just behind the parks entrance. There is drinking water, flush-able toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, flat places for a tent, dump stations. There is not however, showers, shade which can get hot on 100 degree days, there is no power, the ground is too hard to stake down tents, no trees for hammocks, the bathroom have huge spiders and filthy, there are plenty of rocks to sleep on!

      This is not the best camp site on the planet it is ok. It currently costs $35 to get into the Zion National Park and then it costs to camp at this site. With the amount of traffic this area gets and the amount of money flowing in they could put in a decent bathroom, one without bugs.

      I have good news there are lots of trails for backpacking and biking. If you'd like to go for a stroll to shower there are showers a little less than a mile away that cost $15 for 12 minutes. They aren't wonderful but they get the job done. They are however also filthy! Thank goodness I had my Oofos Oolala flip flops on hand to save my feet from whatever nasty germs were living in the shower floor that was covered in hair. There are some great places to eat close by to this camp grounds and great coffee! If you need any souvenirs there are plenty of places to shop!

      The South-Zion National Park campgrounds have a shuttle close by that drives guests to the trail for the well known, "Narrows". The shuttle comes with your park pass and is a hop on hop off transit. It is the easiest way to see some of Zions most precious wonders!

      Pros:

      Close to popular trails

      River runs next to camp

      Close shopping and food

      Potable water

      Places to throw away trash

      Cons:

      Bad bathrooms (rather go outside) + small stalls

      No showers

      Rough grounds

    • T
      Sep. 24, 2021

      South Campground — Zion National Park

      Great Location!

      Perfect location just a short walk away from the visitors center where you catch the shuttle into the park, or exit to catch the shuttle to Springdale. Clean bathrooms. No shade at site 125.

    • JThe Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 4, 2025

      Panquitch Lake Cliffside Campsite

      Small Cliffside campsite overlooking Panquitch Lake

      This campsite can be utilized with Campers, RVs or tents and has a great view of the Lake and cabin areas around Panquitch Lake.  Dirt road access with many trails and jeep roads that connect surrounding areas including Escalante, Utah.  Don't attempt to get to this site if raining or snowing, roads are slick and impassable.

    • Ryan S.
      Aug. 15, 2018

      Snow Canyon State Park Campground

      Snow Canyon Overlook

      2.5 mike hike in, 300 ft elevation gain, easy trail to beautiful overlook of southern Utah. Camp is a sandy open area next to the overlook and cliffs of Snow Canyon State Park. Free to camp. Great for backpackers!

    • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 31, 2018

      South Campground — Zion National Park

      Hottest Ticket In Town - RESERVE AHEAD

      When I called in advance to get a l little info about Zion this was the first campsite they mentioned. Located right inside of the National Park area just a few hundred yards from the visitor center this place is the hardest reservation to get at Zion because it is always filling up. It was suggested at the time I called to make a reservation well in advance of my travel otherwise I better be ready to find another campsite.

      My first trip out was a day trip only, but I immediately saw why they had mentioned this because there wasn't a single site open when I did a walk around. It was very crowded, maybe that is why mote people haven't reviewed it because a lot of campers don't like to find the most commercially trafficked areas. But this one has access to everything in the town as well as the park within just a few short steps.

      Campsites are $20, well worth it if you can get in! There are 3 trails which are right next to the campground. The shuttle to other trails is literally a football field away so you can stay here and easily have access to everything. So what is the downside though? No hook ups!

      For someone like myself, this is not a biggie at all but for people who need to be able to charge devices or have a RV and don't like being off grid this can be a little taxing. With that being said though they do have potable water and a dump station, so it ain't that bad right?

      So from where I see it all upside!!

      TIPS:

      • Check out Angel's Landing, my absolute favorite hike out here because of its unique climb to the top using chains. If you have't seen it, google it! (I am also including a few photos of that trail which is a major draw of people to the park along with the Narrows, which are to cold during spring when I was there)

      • Reserve, I CANNOT say that enough!!

      • Check out the cute little artsy community around you. It is all within walking distance and super cute so check it out!

    • Steve & Ashley G.The Dyrt PRO User
      Oct. 21, 2019

      South Campground — Zion National Park

      Incredible Site

      Zion National Park lives up to its rating. This has to be one of the beautiful places in Western United States. The drive in from the Eastern entrance is simply incredible and full of epic photo ops. Zion reminds me of Yosemite Valley in some ways. The park is located near some large population areas in Southwest Utah and Nevada. So it can get very crowded at times, especially give the limited capacity of the roadways and parking. So you will need to plan your visit carefully.

      The campground is easily accessible and located along the shuttle routes. The campground views are some of the best we have seen during our travels. The facilities are very good and hiking trails runs through the camp. Like many National Parks, you will not have much privacy at your site but the views and the hikes more than make up for it. The focus here is tent camping but you can park a small van or camper in many of the sites. The visitor center and park staff were outstanding. We also enjoyed the diversity of visitors from around the world. It’s clear Zion and Southern Utah is on a lot of bucket lists. This camp is very popular and full most of the year. So you will need reservations and a plan to beat the traffic coming into the park. We are planning to come back and spend more time in this beautiful place.

    Guide to Central

    Pine Valley Equestrian Campground provides dedicated facilities for riders and their horses in a wooded environment at 5,500 feet elevation near Central, Utah. The campground serves as a strategic access point to several trail systems suitable for horseback riding throughout the Pine Valley area. Vault toilets remain clean and potable water is available throughout the operating season from May to September.

    What to do

    Trail riding access: The campground connects to multiple bridle trails with varied terrain for all riding levels. Gabriel A. reports that Pine Valley is "a great place to stay with scenic areas, potable water, and vault toilets" making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding wilderness.

    Water recreation: A stream runs within short walking distance of the Pine Valley Equestrian Campground for horses to cool off. Tony W. mentions, "Has a gorgeous, peaceful stream running a very short walk from the sites. I spent most of my time walking through shaded woods along the stream."

    Day trips to parks: The campground sits approximately 90 minutes from Zion National Park. According to Gabriel A., it's "highly recommend for people planning to visit Zion during a highly trafficked time of the year when sites are few and far between (if you are willing to drive an hour and a half to the park)."

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: The campground layout prevents crowding with ample space. Chad M. notes, "Very quiet campground and felt like we were alone. Can't see other sites."

    Clean facilities: The restrooms and grounds are well-maintained throughout the season. According to Chad M., "Horse stables away from tents and didn't smell at all. Restrooms really clean."

    Temperature relief: The elevation provides cooler conditions compared to lower areas during summer months. At Snow Canyon State Park Campground, Jake C. recommends it as "an early spring camp outing. The temps climb quickly in Southern Utah in late spring."

    What you should know

    Seasonal operation only: The campground operates from May 11 to September 24, closing during winter months. This affects planning for all equestrian camping near Central, Utah.

    Horse management: Proper separation exists between horse areas and tent spaces. Chad M. observed at Pine Valley, "Horse stables away from tents and didn't smell at all."

    Limited hookups: The campground provides basic amenities without electrical or sewer connections. When camping at South Campground — Zion National Park, Mary S. notes, "Amenities: Flush toilets, running water in the bathrooms and potable water," showing similar basic facilities available throughout the region.

    Tips for camping with families

    Kid-friendly stream access: Children can safely explore the nearby stream during warmer months. Tony W. states it has "a gorgeous, peaceful stream running a very short walk from the sites."

    Alternative locations during peak seasons: When national parks fill up, equestrian camps remain available. Gabriel A. used Pine Valley "during a trip to Zion National Park" noting it's "a great place to stay" when other options become limited.

    Shaded sites available: Look for campsites with natural tree cover for summer comfort. At Toquerville Falls Primitive, Joseph W. recommends, "Let's take care of these treasures!" which applies to all natural areas including tree-covered equestrian camps.

    Tips from RVers

    Site selection for larger rigs: RV campers should choose sites carefully for level parking and adequate space. In Zion Wright Family Ranch, Christopher N. advises, "The road is rough, both up to the campground and within it. Take it slow and you will be fine but it can be a bit intimidating."

    Weather planning: Consider seasonal conditions when traveling with horses and RVs. Jake C. cautions about Snow Canyon, "I'd recommend this as an early spring camp outing. The temps climb quickly in Southern Utah in late spring."

    Road conditions: Access roads to equestrian camping areas may require slower travel. Nick S. from Zion Wright Family Ranch notes, "It does take 40min to get to Springdale and about 4-5 miles of that is on a packed dirt road which we had to go fairly slow on."

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