The Duck Creek Village area offers RV camping options at elevations between 8,000-9,000 feet, providing cooler summer temperatures than nearby lower-elevation campgrounds. Winter snow typically closes many camping areas from November through April, with night temperatures dropping below freezing even in summer months. Local camping experiences often include pine forest settings with limited cellular connectivity in canyon areas.
What to do
Fishing at nearby lakes and streams: Several campgrounds provide access to fishing opportunities within a short drive. Campers staying at Bauers Canyon Ranch RV Park mention the convenient location: "We spent three very pleasant nights here. Kanab is about an hour from the Zion visitors center along the very scenic east entrance to the park. Kanab has a nice outfitters store, grocery stores, and adventure tour companies."
Trail riding with rental options: Some campgrounds offer direct access to horseback riding experiences. At Zion RV and Campground, one visitor noted, "The company offers activities at their ranch. I took a last-minute trail ride."
Stargazing at night: The high elevation and minimal light pollution make this area ideal for astronomy enthusiasts. Dark Sky RV Park & Campground specializes in this experience, with one camper reporting, "The beauty of the night sky will turn your spot into a planetarium."
What campers like
Clean, well-maintained facilities: Campers consistently praise the quality of campground bathrooms in the area. At Cedar Canyon Retreat RV Park and Campground, a reviewer noted, "The bathrooms were incredibly well kept and clean with running toilets, sinks, and showers. This definitely would have been a 5 star campground but I prefer camping in areas where we have a little space from our neighbors."
Proximity to multiple national parks: The central location allows for day trips to several parks. A visitor at The Riverside Ranch shared, "Only 30 minutes from Bryce Canyon and 10 minutes from Red Canyon. We absolutely loved this place and will definitely stay again if we come back to the area."
Fishing opportunities: Many visitors appreciate access to fishing without leaving their campsite. "Fishing in this little creek was great. Even though the creek was small there were some BIG trout!" observed one camper at The Riverside Ranch.
What you should know
Winter weather limitations: Many campgrounds close completely during winter months. The Kanab RV Corral operates seasonally from "Feb 15 - Nov 15" while Bauers Canyon Ranch RV Park runs from "Mar 1 to Nov 1."
Variable cellular coverage: Signal strength differs significantly between providers and locations. A camper at Kanab RV Corral reported, "I streamed Netflix off their wifi," while another visitor at Zion RV and Campground noted, "No cell phone reception (Verizon). WiFi in the main building but doesn't reach the campsites unless you are super close."
Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience highway traffic sounds. One Cedar Canyon Retreat visitor mentioned it's "right off Highway 14 which is the main route into Cedar Breaks and continuing onto Brian Head and can get a bit noisy."
Tips for camping with families
Recreation amenities: Look for campgrounds with built-in activities for children. A visitor to Dark Sky RV Park noted, "I have 3 kids they LOVE the zipline," and another mentioned, "There are a lot of activities for the kids or active adults (basketball, teether ball, corn hole, and swings)" at The Riverside Ranch.
Swimming options: Pools provide relief from summer heat. "The pool was closed for the season but looked nice," observed one Kanab RV Corral visitor, indicating seasonal availability of swimming facilities.
Pet accommodations: Many campgrounds welcome pets but have specific areas and rules. "They have a big grassy dog park for him to run and play in, he loves running in the sprinklers! It's two sided and completely fenced in so large and small breeds can have their own safe space to play in," reported one camper at Mammoth Creek RV Resort.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Some RV pads require significant adjustment. One RVer at St. George/Hurricane KOA Journey warned, "We had to raise one side 6 inches to get sorta level."
Hookup placement variations: Electric and water connections aren't always centrally located. A camper at Rubys Inn RV Park observed, "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."
Mount Carmel Tunnel restrictions: RVers traveling to Zion should note tunnel limitations. "The only thing inconvenient is that you have to go through the Mt Carmel tunnel to reach Zion NP. And this tunnel is opened for oversized vehicles between 8.00 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. So keep that in mind!" advised a visitor at Mount Carmel Motel & RV Park.
