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Camping options around Gunlock, Utah span from developed state park facilities to dispersed sites on public lands. Gunlock State Park Campground serves as a central camping area with tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations. Nearby, Baker Dam Recreation Area provides tent and RV camping with more primitive amenities. The region includes both waterfront camping at Gunlock Reservoir and high-desert camping experiences in the surrounding BLM lands. Most established campgrounds are within a 30-minute drive of St. George, making them accessible for visitors seeking proximity to urban amenities while enjoying natural surroundings.
Roads throughout the Gunlock area vary in quality, with some dispersed camping areas requiring high-clearance vehicles, particularly after rainfall. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F, while winter nights can drop below freezing. Many campsites at Gunlock State Park offer electric hookups with water, and the park features newly constructed facilities that receive positive reviews for cleanliness and maintenance. Public lands surrounding Gunlock follow standard BLM dispersed camping regulations with 14-day stay limits. Cell service is generally reliable at established campgrounds but may be limited in remote areas. A visitor noted, "The campground is right off the road and is easy to get to. Roads are gravel/dirt. The rangers were friendly and helpful."
Campers frequently mention the striking red rock landscapes and reservoir views as highlights of camping in the Gunlock area. Sites at Gunlock State Park provide covered picnic tables, which prove valuable given the limited natural shade in the region. Reviewers consistently rate the new bathroom facilities highly, with one camper describing them as "the cleanest bathrooms for any campground." Blake Gubler Road BLM areas offer more solitude but receive mixed reviews due to dust, recreational shooting activity, and occasional improper waste disposal. During summer months, the reservoir at Gunlock State Park attracts many visitors, making advance reservations advisable for weekend camping. Several campgrounds in the area feature convenient access to hiking and mountain biking trails, with Snow Canyon State Park serving as a popular nearby destination for day trips from Gunlock camping areas.
Best Campgrounds near Gunlock (190)
1. Snow Canyon State Park Campground
"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
Check Availability2. McArthur's Temple View RV Resort
"We were on a road trip around Utah and decided to stop in the town of Saint George to get a bite to eat. We ended up taking our time to eat."
"This campground will be rated as a Basecamp — grounds that offer a comfortable home base that you’re happy to return to after a day of exploring the surrounding area."
from $52 - $67 / night
Check Availability3. Quail Creek State Park Campground
"Beautiful location! All camp sites overlook the lake. There are flush toilets and outdoor coin showers. If the camp ground fills, they allow primitive camping in the parking lot for a minimal fee."
"The big pro is that you are really close to a lake where you can go for a swim, quite a rare feature for a campground in Utah. Beautiful surroundings, new showers and restrooms."
from $28 - $40 / night
Check Availability4. Red Cliffs Campground
"Stopped here late on my way through Utah. Short drive off the highway and easy to find. Very clean sites, I was only there in the dark but area was quiet and easy to setup camp."
"Water spigots are everywhere, and there are trash cans close by. Plus, there are two vault toilets not too far away. The roads and campsites are all paved."
from $5 - $15 / night
Check Availability5. Baker Dam Recreation Area
"Nice location - not too far from Zion, but much quieter! Beautiful drive in."
"Ended up here as a last minute change in camping locations, and it didn’t disappoint."
from $5 - $24 / night
Check Availability6. St. George / Hurricane KOA Journey
"We had a fun trip to Utah this past weekend for an off-road event. We found the KOA and set up camp for a few days. Internet connection wasn’t great and the weather was moody since it was March."
"This KOA is located about ten minutes outside of St George and right off the I-15 freeway. It was all the amenities that your typical KOA has; dog park, hookups, cabins, and store."
7. Watchman Campground — Zion National Park
"Sites were typical National Park, small and close together but well positioned. We had close access to a modern restroom that was clean and well maintained. "
"Watchman is conveniently located within walking distance of the Zion National Park south entrance. The camp sites are shaded with trees and red gravel/sand ground structure."
from $35 - $130 / night
Check Availability8. Gunlock State Park Campground
"The layout is confusing as the campsites blend into the road so it’s easy to drive through an empty campsite."
"Sites (mostly drive through but a few back-in) have a table, fire ring, power and water. There is no shade, so you will want to bring something for that. The bathrooms are very clean with heaters."
from $45 - $175 / night
Check Availability9. Westside Campground — Sand Hollow State Park
"It’s fun of all sorts, kayaking, lake beach, boating, cliff jumping, bbq, off-roading everywhere!!! And the beauty that surrounds is unreal!!"
"It’s always a family favorite when we go to Southern Utah"
from $50 / night
Check Availability10. Hidden Springs Rv Resort
"The property is adjacent to BLM land, so hiking available. Full hook up site discounted to about $65 with tax. Lovely bathrooms and showers."
"If coming from the 15, I highly recommend taking the old highway 91. Such a pretty drive, worth the extra few minutes."
from $55 - $85 / night
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Drive Time
- 32 min from St. George, UT
- 1 hr 54 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 4 hrs 14 min from Lake Havasu City, AZ
- 4 hrs 43 min from Flagstaff, AZ
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Recent Reviews near Gunlock, UT
1723 Reviews of 190 Gunlock Campgrounds
Boldt E.
GuideWatchman Campground — Zion National Park
Good to Squeeze in a few hikes at Zion
Watchman Campground was the perfect home base for our visit to Zion National Park. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we weren’t able to finalize our trip until just a few weeks beforehand, so the only electric campsite we could reserve was for a single night. Even with the limited availability, we made the most of every minute.
We arrived right at noon, quickly got set up, and hit the trails. We were able to hike three trails that afternoon, then left our camper at the campsite the following morning while we drove to hike the Canyon Overlook Trail before heading back, packing up, and being on the road by 10 a.m.
Even though our stay was short, the campground was clean, the restrooms were well maintained, and the convenience of staying inside Zion National Park was hard to beat. Being able to walk or shuttle to the trails instead of dealing with park entry traffic and parking made our visit much more enjoyable.
If you can only get one night here, don’t hesitate to book it—you can still experience a lot of Zion with a little planning!
- DDrew P.Scout
Color Canyon RV Resort
Color Canyon Rv Resort
Really beautiful site with an amazing staff highly recommend
Aaron S.
RangerAnasazi Palms
Anasazi Palms RV Park Review: A Convenient, Clean, and Budget-Friendly Stop
If you are traveling the Interstate 15 corridor and need a practical, no-hassle place to spend the night, the Anasazi Palms RV Park in Littlefield, Arizona, is a fantastic option. Our crew recently stayed here on a trip up and back from Salt Lake City, Utah, and it provided exactly what we needed to make our journey smooth and easy.
Location and Accessibility
The biggest selling point of Anasazi Palms is its supreme convenience. It features incredibly easy access right off I-15, meaning you won’t be navigating tight, winding roads after a long day of driving.
As a huge bonus for RVers, the park is located just a couple of blocks away from a Maverik gas station. Being able to fuel up the rig and grab road snacks without detouring makes this an ideal pitstop location.
Site Quality
We opted for a pull-through site, which made setting up and tearing down a breeze. --
Cleanliness: The site was exceptionally clean and well-maintained.
Vibe: It’s nothing fancy, but it doesn't try to be. It is a straightforward, no-frills park that gets the basics perfectly right.
Value: It is highly affordable, keeping trip costs low without sacrificing a safe, tidy place to sleep.
The Hitched4fun Verdict
Sometimes, the best RV parks aren't the luxury resorts, but the reliable, clean, and cheap stops that make long road trips manageable. Anasazi Palms RV Park delivered exactly what we were looking for. We will absolutely be staying here again the next time we travel through the Arizona Strip.
Rating: Highly Recommended by the entire Hitched4fun.com crew!
Byron M.GuideWatchman Campground — Zion National Park
Convenient Camping
5 minute walk to Buses. 5 minute walk to first stores in Springdale and bus to town. The camp has been refurbed with nice flush restrooms, potable water. The trees are a bit worse for water so no shade or coverage but that doesn’t matter as you should be out taking buses or e-bikes to the park and enjoying the trails.
- Janette K.Scout
Hurricane Cliffs BLM dispersed #1-12 spur
Washboard road but great views
We have stayed here before its convenient and close enough to the main road that it's not to far to drive over the road. The views are amazing and it's quiet. We have stayed in our pop up and now our 36 ft fifth wheel. It's cool enough to sleep with a fan and road noise is very little. Wouldn't recommend going in past site 1 without walking the road first to make sure there is room to turn around.
kelly B.GuidePyramid Ridge Campground
Lots of privacy
This is a new campground, a 2 year old loop, and a newly opened lane. We are camped at the end of the lane, site 24, and nobody is within a quarter mile of us. This campground provides access to a lovely network of hike/bike trails. Only sad thing is that the drives are set up more for tent campers, not real level, and kinda short. Works for our 20 ft schoolie, but barely.
- mmiguel D.Scout
Gooseberry Mesa
Hit this up if you enjoy an easy overland
Had a great family trip, used our RTT on the Tacoma as a pre-staging spot to hit Zion in the morning. We were completely alone open stars easy going in.
- CChristian R.Guide
Virgin River Gorge Recreation Area Campground (BLM)
One Of My Favorites
This location is a great halfway point between Vegas and either of Utah's two closests National Parks. We booked it ahead of time so we paid the reservation fee making it a $16 stay, however, you can easily just show up and and find an empty campsite (which there were some in late May) and end up paying only $8. They have flush toilets, you are right beside the Virgin River, and it's only around 10-15 minutes from a Maverik and getting that for $8-$16 is exactly why I will be back (when its not summer). Also, we obviously tent camp, but visually the spots are pretty big and there were a good mount of camper trailers and even a modded camper school bus.
Guide to Gunlock
Gunlock, Utah sits at an elevation of 3,600 feet in southwest Utah's high desert, where temperatures range from below freezing in winter to over 100°F in summer. The region features volcanic outcrops alongside red sandstone formations, creating distinct camping environments across the area. Local camping areas typically receive less visitation than nearby national parks, making weekday reservations more readily available during peak seasons.
What to do
Rock climbing access: At Veyo Pool and Crawdad Canyon, campers can set up "almost directly at the base of your climb" with "individual camping spots along a river valley with steep climbing walls," according to Christina S. The site provides opportunities for beginners and experienced climbers.
Fishing opportunities: Baker Dam Recreation Area offers fishing options about 20 minutes from Gunlock. While one camper noted "fishing was slow but we had fun," the reservoir provides a quieter alternative to more crowded waters. Mikai P. mentioned it "would be 5 Stars from us if there would have been potable water."
Water recreation: Sand Hollow State Park features "great large mouth bass fishing and beautiful red rock scenery" according to Charles W. The park includes rental facilities where visitors can obtain "sea doos, boats, UTVs" and other equipment, though Chris L. noted "they are very particular about charging extra fees."
What campers like
Campground facilities: Gunlock State Park Campground receives high marks for its newer amenities. Kent M. described these as the "cleanest bathrooms for any campground" while noting each table "has a roof cover." The campground layout includes both pull-through and back-in sites.
Swimming options: Multiple campgrounds offer water access during hot months. At Veyo Pool and Crawdad Canyon, Ben F. highlighted the "awesome campground for families with many amenities and activities such as pool, climbing, concessions, showers and more." The facility features a "fully finished spring-fed pool" with concessions and wifi available.
Convenient locations: Red Cliffs Campground provides accessibility while maintaining natural surroundings. Sam B. noted "this campground is very nice" with "covered picnic tables" and sites that are "clean and well maintained." The location serves as a good alternative when Zion sites are full.
What you should know
Site selection considerations: When booking at Snow Canyon State Park, note that site types vary significantly. Jana S. explained: "sites 1-14 are basically parking spots. You are really close to your neighbors and have very little privacy. But there are some tent sites with power that are more spread out."
Utility limitations: Most campgrounds have restricted utilities. At Baker Dam Recreation Area, Michael G. mentioned there's "no water which is fine for me" while noting "vault toilets that were okay clean." Jessica W. found spots "a little rough, with some concrete tables (a couple with missing benches)."
Weather patterns: Campers should prepare for significant temperature fluctuations. Jessica W. described Baker Dam as "windy but beautiful" and suggested returning "when it warms up and the cold wind that comes out of the canyon isn't so bone chilling."
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Veyo Pool and Crawdad Canyon offers multiple family-friendly activities. Aaron W. called it "kids favorite camp spot" with "plenty of things to do," including crawdad fishing in the river. The site recommends "bring a bucket or get one at concessions" for this activity.
Booking strategies: For Quail Creek State Park Campground, Meghan B. noted reserving online "adds a whopping $8 reservation fee, but we didn't want to show up to a full campground" and found "it was full on a Sunday night in early April." The camp host texted prior to arrival to confirm readiness.
Pet considerations: Not all campgrounds welcome pets. Veyo Pool specifically lists "NO pets-allowed" in its features, while Gunlock State Park does permit them. For water activities with dogs, Samantha L. mentioned her experience at Quail Creek: "Our dog loved romping in the water, since there was no one at the lake during our time there."
Tips from RVers
Site spacing: At McArthur's Temple View RV Resort, Patrick J. found "nice sized sites" and mentioned "we had a pull through." He added that "after check in we were escorted to our site and given information about the park," though noted initial confusion about tow vehicle parking.
Utility reliability: Some campgrounds experience infrastructure issues. At Gunlock State Park, Meghan B. reported "unreliable electricity or something, because the lights turned off in the showers, restrooms, and also at the sites during our stay." Despite this, she rated facilities as "new and clean."
Site surface types: McArthur's Temple View features gravel sites rather than paved pads. Ray & Terri F. described it as a "fairly large resort" with "sites are gravel and fairly close together," noting cellular coverage was "quite good, with 4 Bars of 5G service and speeds up to 22 MB/s."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Gunlock, UT?
What camping is available near Gunlock, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, Gunlock, UT offers a wide range of camping options, with 190 campgrounds and RV parks near Gunlock, UT and 64 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Gunlock, UT?
Which is the most popular campground near Gunlock, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gunlock, UT is Snow Canyon State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 42 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Gunlock, UT?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Gunlock, UT?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 64 free dispersed camping spots near Gunlock, UT.
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