18 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Southern Utah RV Resort features wide pet-friendly spots with full hookups and easy access for large RVs. The clean facilities include two designated dog run areas at opposite ends of the park, allowing pets to exercise off-leash in secured spaces. Travelers with dogs appreciate the 33-foot wide and 80-foot long sites that provide ample room for pets and camping setups. The resort maintains a pet-friendly atmosphere while enforcing reasonable rules to ensure comfort for all guests. St. George/Hurricane KOA Journey, Quail Creek State Park Campground, and WillowWind RV Park also welcome pets with various accommodation options including tent sites, RV spaces, and pet-friendly cabins. The gravel pads at some resorts require careful navigation, especially during arrival and departure with pets.
Dogs are permitted throughout the Sand Hollow OHV Camp area where campers can enjoy both free camping and pet-friendly terrain. North Creek Dispersed Camping offers free pet-friendly camping with no reservations required, providing a more rustic option for those traveling with dogs. When camping with pets in this region, be aware that the extremely sandy terrain at some sites will result in pink-tinted pet fur by the end of your stay. Temperature considerations are important as summer heat can be dangerous for pets, with limited shade available at many campgrounds. Pet owners should note that some campgrounds near Washington feature 24/7 laundry facilities helpful for cleaning pet bedding and gear, with all sites requiring pets to be leashed when outside designated dog areas.
"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."
"We were not disappointed- well spaced sites water and electric hook ups very friendly hosts and dog friendly with access to the lake Each site has a shelter too, which was great on the rainy days Clean"
Available next weekend
from $28 - $40 / night
"The summer nights by the beach camping out with your people and your dogs is one of my favorites."
"It’s fun of all sorts, kayaking, lake beach, boating, cliff jumping, bbq, off-roading everywhere!!! And the beauty that surrounds is unreal!!"
from $50 / night
"Shuttles are not running and the scenic drive going to the lodge was closed due to COVID-19. We camped in the B loop, site # 51."
"This campground is located smack dab inside the parks main entrance, right after the visitor center. It’s open & mostly tents. There is very little privacy but the sites weren’t terribly close."
Available next weekend
from $35 - $130 / night
"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."
"Lots of trails and a walking /bike path that runs the long of the park (dog-friendly too!)"
Available next weekend
from $40 - $200 / night
"Also has small playground and dog park. Access to Virgin River with a primitive trail."
"There are also a series of fenced in dog parks (3). So if you have dogs that don’t get along with other dogs that’s a plus because you can just go in a different one."
"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."
"Pet area with dog bags. Conveniently located off the highway but the downside is you can hear the highway. Sites are pretty close to each other. Good for a stopover"
"Lucked out with a last minute reservation and got a fantastic spot right below a trail that leads to dinosaur footprints in the sandstone."
"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."
Available next weekend
from $5 - $15 / night
"A very nice rv spot, laundry, shuffle board, pool, dog park and a little put area. Your close to everything and restaurants nearby."
"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."
from $52 - $67 / night
"We enjoy walking around the drive for our daily exercise. Very accommodating of pets. Highly recommend."
"Fantastic location just off the main road. Easy access to so much of what Southwest Utah has to offer. Some full-time residents here. Lots of friendly people. The nights are quiet and dark."
from $65 - $85 / night
"Sandy and right off road. Road noise minimal if any after dark."
"Great access to Zion. There were a bunch of open sites when we got there (4pm) some were along the stream too. We have a Honda Fit and we’re able to camp just fine. Saw a few smaller pull behinds."
TravelerWe were able to find a good spot with our 40-foot transit bus. It was a close one, though! Highly recommend having a scouting vehicle find a spot first if you are in a bigger rig. I agree with earlier comment - if you have a bigger rig, check out the paved pull off road first.
ScoutMuch better than the neighboring area. Barely any trash and flatter spots.
ScoutNice shady campground about 25 minutes east of St. George, in Hurricane, a town closer to Zion National Park. Quiet and easy access to town amenities, Walgreens around the corner, grocery store across the street and Wendy’s nearby. Fire pit, laundry and showers are clean and close. Highly recommend. Not on the Main Street but some street noise, but that’s the only reason for a four star rating as we are from the quiet of Wyoming.
GuideIf you go up the canyon there are some private sites. Our 25 foot trailer did ok and we camped at a dead end shortly past the trailhead to the narrows. In retrospect, it probably wasn’t a good idea to go that far up as the road gets rough past the trailhead. Vans and cars made it to higher camps. Overall it was quiet, private and had beautiful views
GuideNot for trailers - the dips off the road going in are deep, water run off crags make it precariois. The sage cactus is close to road and scratches vehicle. To boot there are red ant hills near the fire pits
GuideStay here if you’re near Mesquite, NV! You won’t regret it. Kept adding more days because it was very lovely. Showers, laundry, pool, jacuzzi, dog wash, full hookups, nice people!
ScoutNice site. Great views. You can hear highway traffic but not bad. Big rig accessible. Share with other rigs but lots of space between.
TravelerPlease don’t be dumb. Check the weather before taking your rig out there. Itll be a very expensive tow for you.
TravelerStayed here for 5 days. It gets pretty windy and the roads are not something I would recommend for lower clearance cars. But man is a beautiful here. Sites are pretty well spaced out but mannn does Sound out here travel far. You’ll hear everything. Overall would recommend. But would also agree with other reviews about site filling up.
Camping in Washington, Utah positions you at 3,200 feet elevation with dramatic red rock formations surrounding the town. The region sits at the northeastern edge of the Mojave Desert, creating a distinct microclimate that's cooler than nearby St. George but warmer than Zion. The sandy terrain in this region can be challenging for tent stakes, so campers should bring extra-long stakes or sand anchors.
Hiking to petroglyphs: Red Cliffs Campground offers easy access to trails with ancient rock art. "This is a very unique State Park, it's a campground, it's a lake, it's a sand dune and its hardcore rock crawling trails," notes Michael J. from Red Cliffs Campground.
Creek exploration: Set up camp near running water for natural cooling. "There are sites on both sides of the creek. The drive to Zion is around 20 minutes. It does get very hot and there is not a lot of tree cover but the stream is a great place to put some chairs and cool off," shares Kristin M. from North Creek Dispersed Camping.
Night sky viewing: The limited light pollution creates ideal stargazing conditions. "Almost no light pollution. You can see so many stars at night," writes Chris L. about the conditions at Sand Hollow State Park.
Large camping spaces: Sites at some campgrounds provide room to spread out. "We had a pull through. After check in we were escorted to our site and given information about the park. The strange was it wasn't clear on where to park the tow vehicle, although you will have plenty of room once you figure it out," Patrick J. mentions about McArthur's Temple View RV Resort.
Water recreation: The reservoirs offer cooling swimming opportunities in hot months. "The beach is mostly clean, sometimes rude people leave behind garbage but the main culture their helps out to maintain a clean peaceful and fun environment! The rangers are awesome!" explains Jodi M. from Westside Campground — Sand Hollow State Park.
Well-maintained facilities: Many campers appreciate the upkeep at established campgrounds. "Very clean. Shaded and well maintained. Highly recommend," writes Rhonda H. about WillowWind RV Park.
Extreme summer heat: Plan activities for early morning or evening. "This is a very hot park in the summer, and the shoreline of the lake has a bad case of the Swimmer's Itch," cautions Michael J. about Sand Hollow State Park.
Limited shade: Many campgrounds have sparse tree cover. "It is an hour to Zion NP if you are there for that. Other parks are closer to the park, but we were coming from SoCal, so enough towing for one day," notes Patrick J. about McArthur's Temple View RV Resort.
Road access challenges: Some dispersed camping areas require careful navigation. "Road in was just a little tough but short. Did fine with a 25ft travel trailer. Riverside spots are mostly for vans/tents," Connor M. explains about North Creek Dispersed Camping.
Choose campgrounds with activities: Look for sites with pools or playgrounds. "The campground has a covered bubble swimming pool, shuffleboard, billiards, and a lot of different scheduled events you can participate in," recommends Dag D. from Temple View RV Resort.
Visit water areas early: Avoid crowds at popular swimming spots. "My kids had a blast in the sand dune area," shares Jake C. about Snow Canyon State Park.
Pack extra water: The dry climate demands increased hydration. "Apparently, you can hike through the slots to see petroglyphs and even dinosaur tracks," Lynna C. notes about Red Cliffs, where hiking requires plenty of water.
Seasonal considerations: Heat impacts comfort in RVs without adequate cooling. "Despite basically being in a desert, the park had lush grass in every spot and a dense tree cover. It was about 10 degrees cooler in the park because of the shade from the trees," observes Jenny W. about WillowWind RV Park.
Level site selection: Many campgrounds feature uneven terrain. "The RV sites have paved spaces with picnic shelters. The other campgrounds are dry but are closer to the water. This space had a great view but had stairs down to the covered Ramada," Michele H. explains about Sand Hollow State Park.
Internet connectivity: Cell service varies significantly between locations. "This site has numerous spots, most are close together but the campground was not full at all allowing plenty of space and privacy," notes Kristin M. about the pet friendly camping at North Creek Dispersed Camping.
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