Camping areas near Ivins, Utah sit approximately 3,000 feet above sea level in a transition zone between the Mojave Desert and the Great Basin. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F between June and August, with winter lows rarely dropping below freezing. The region receives less than 10 inches of annual rainfall, creating arid camping conditions with minimal natural shade.
What to do
Mountain biking on nearby trails: Range RV Campground provides convenient access to world-renowned mountain biking trails. "This property is 40 mins to Zion National Park and central to world renowned mountain biking trails," notes Ashley F. at Range RV Campground.
Explore Red Cliffs Conservation Area: Located just a mile from St. George/Hurricane KOA Journey. "The best part of this KOA is its proximity to Red Cliffs National Conservation Area which is about a mile away. This National Conservation Area is surrounded by towering red cliffs that have miles of hiking trails through them. It's a great place to spend the day exploring," says Berton M.
Visit historical cabins: The Leeds area features preserved historical structures within walking distance of camping areas. "Down the street you can check out some historical cabins that were from back in the day as well," writes Brittney C. about Zion West RV Park.
What campers like
Spacious, level sites: Campers consistently praise the generous site dimensions at newer RV parks. "The sites are level, paved, pull-thru, and very generous in size and have a picnic table," notes Lee D. about Desert Canyons RV Resort.
Clean, modern facilities: Newer resorts offer updated amenities. "Bathrooms were very clean. For the area and getting FHU, it's cheap. Everyone is super nice here as well. There's a coin laundry. The machines are dated but, cheap," reports Clean Slate D. about Leeds RV Park & Motel.
Farm settings: Some rv sites near Ivins, Utah offer unique agricultural surroundings. "We had a really nice stay here. There is mountain view on all sites and there are some lovely goats and horses. Owners are really friendly!!" writes Iris V. about Farm RV Pads for Families.
What you should know
Highway noise affects some parks: Traffic sounds can be noticeable at campgrounds near main roads. "It's right by the highway and you could hear the semi's going by all night. There's not much in the way of privacy between the tent sites," cautions Danielle S. about St. George/Hurricane KOA Journey.
Reservation strategies: Peak seasons require advance booking. "We extended our stay to 3 nights. Went to Zion one day. We hate crowds, and it's crowded on a slow day. So, one day was plenty," advises Clean Slate D.
Elevation and climate: Camping facilities near Ivins typically sit between 3,000-4,000 feet in elevation with extreme summer heat. "The weather here is extremely hot over 100! The bathrooms were hot no ac. The closest restaurants or stores are about 30 mins away," warns stephanie V.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Several RV parks near Ivins offer swimming facilities for children. "With its huge resort style swimming pool and hot tub. Pickel ball courts and corn hole boards. This place is a vacation destination in itself," writes marty G. about Gateway Luxury RV Resort.
Kid-friendly accommodations: Some parks offer cabin options for families without RVs. "Super cute, drove through here because we were hiking near by and wanted to check it out for anyone who was interested. Clean is an understatement and it's been happening way longer than covid so you know people care about their property. Grass for the tent campers ONLY," notes Brittney C.
Accessible facilities: Some newer rv sites near Ivins, Utah offer enhanced accessibility features. "The pads are gravel, but the roadways are all cement, the bathrooms have wheelchair-accessible showers, and the swimming pool has a hoist so that folks with physical disabilities can safely enjoy the pool. I haven't seen an RV park with one of these before!" reports Robert C.
Tips from RVers
Optimal hookup placement: Some parks design site layouts for convenience. "All sites are level, paved, pull-thru, and very generous in size and have a picnic table. As would be expected in an RV park, there is zero privacy between spaces," explains Lee D.
Wi-Fi connectivity: Internet access varies significantly between parks. "Very large and spacious sites. Great Wi-Fi speeds. The laundry & bath areas were very nice and new. Laundry runs with an app so no quarters needed," reports Rachel P. about Range RV Campground.
Alternative directions: Some rv sites near Ivins recommend specific travel routes. "If coming from the 15, I highly recommend taking the old highway 91. Such a pretty drive, worth the extra few minutes," suggests Davis D. about Hidden Springs RV Resort.
