RV camping near Washington, Utah puts visitors within 45 minutes of Zion National Park while offering milder temperatures than nearby St. George. The region sits at approximately 3,000 feet elevation and experiences summer highs often exceeding 100°F between June and September. Winter temperatures typically remain above freezing, making the area suitable for year-round camping with proper planning.
What to do
Explore Red Cliffs National Conservation Area: Located about one mile from St. George / Hurricane KOA Journey, this protected area features hiking trails through dramatic sandstone formations. "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," notes Berton M.
Visit Leeds historic sites: The small town of Leeds offers historical attractions within minutes of local campgrounds. "Down the street you can check out some historical cabins that were from back in the day as well," according to Brittney C., who stayed at Zion West RV Park.
Enjoy resort amenities: Several campgrounds offer on-site recreation options for days when you don't want to travel. "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," explains marty G. about Gateway Luxury RV Resort.
What campers like
Outdoor recreation facilities: Visitors appreciate the variety of activities available on-site. "Basketball half court, small playground for kids, corn hole area, community fire pit area," notes Chris L. about Southern Utah RV Resort.
Clean bathrooms and showers: Facility maintenance ranks high on campers' priority lists. At Hidden Springs RV Resort, guests enjoy "air conditioned club house, pool, bbq, fire pit, and beautiful bathrooms," according to Kim G.
Convenience to multiple attractions: The central location allows access to several natural areas. "This is a great place to spend the night on your way to the sites in Southern Utah," writes Steve A. about Southern Utah RV Resort, while another camper notes it's "central to world renowned mountain biking trails."
What you should know
Weather considerations: Summer heat can limit outdoor activities. "The weather here is extremely hot over 100! The bathrooms were hot no ac," reports stephanie V. about her KOA experience, while another camper mentions it was "way to hot" to use outdoor amenities.
Wind exposure: Some locations offer little protection from strong winds. "It is also extremely windy, with nothing to break that wind. We came back to the site one evening to find both tents down and our things scattered across the tent site area," reports Kelly S.
Highway noise: Properties near Interstate 15 experience traffic noise. "It's right by the highway and you could hear the semi's going by all night," notes Danielle S., though she adds that the tent site was "flat, on a gravel platform, room for a car to park."
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-friendly pool options: Some resorts offer features specifically for younger swimmers. Davis D. recommends Desert Canyons RV Resort for its "kid friendly pool" and notes it's a "great spot for a night or more" with "beautiful property, landscaped sites."
Consider off-season visits: Avoiding peak summer months provides a more comfortable experience. One camper mentioned staying in January and having "a wonderful visit" at their campground, noting "very large and spacious sites" and "great Wi-Fi speeds."
Check pool heating status: Pool temperatures vary significantly between properties. Liz C. reported that at one location "Lake is very low & pool was not heated," while another camper complained that a pool "was listed as heated but it's not," affecting family enjoyment.
Tips from RVers
Follow campground directions: GPS systems may not provide accurate routing to newer facilities. "Follow the directions on their website. They put a special note on purpose. Glad we followed it instead of google maps or we would have gotten lost," advises Danielle S.
Book early for extended stays: Many parks accommodate long-term visitors. "We have been staying here for a few weeks now. It is in a spectacular location, and all the facilities are new and well-maintained," reports Robert C. about Range RV Campground.
Check for leveling requirements: Site grading varies significantly between parks. Some RVers report needing to "raise one side 6 inches to get sorta level," while others appreciate that "all sites are level, paved, pull-thru, and very generous in size."
