Established Camping
The Virgin River Narrows Campsites 1-12 Backcountry Wilderness Designated Sites — Zion National Park
The Virgin River Narrows Campsites 1-12 are located in Zion National Park, Utah. The area features rugged terrain with riverbeds and canyon walls. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to 100°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive and the Emerald Pools, offering opportunities for exploration and hiking.
Description
https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/upload/Narrows-Map-2017.pdf
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Deep Creek- At the confluence of Deep Creek. The site is located on the left side of the river.
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River Bend- A 10-15 minute walk beyond Deep Creek, River Bend is located on the right side of the point of a sharp bench 10 feet above the river.
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Right Bench- A 10-15 minute walk from River Bend, this is located on the right hand bench in a stand of maples 20 feet above the river.
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Flat Rock- Flat Rock is a 5-10 minute walk beyond Right Bench, located beside a large flat rock next to the river. The site is next to the rock, on a 6 ft high bench next to the canyon wall.
5.Ringtail- A short 5 minute walk beyond Flat Rock, Ringtail is located on a right bench in a sandy area. Just before Kolob Creek.
6.Kolob Creek - At the confluence of Kolob Creek. The site is located on the right side, 20 feet above the river on a bench.
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Box Elder - A 10 minute walk beyond Kolob Creek. This site is located on the left about 30 feet up on a bench.
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Boulder Camp - Across the river from Box Elder, 10 minunte walk beyond Kolob Creek around a sharp bend. The access trail is to the right up slope about 50 feet.
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Left Bench - A 10 minute walk beyond Boulder Camp, on the left. Located on a 10-foot bench next to the canyon wall. In a grove of maples. It can be easy to miss.
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West Bend - A 5 minute hike from Left Bench. This site is on a high bank located on a western bend.
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Spotted Owl - This sunny site is located on the left side, immediately after the first stream crossing. It is up a slope 10 feet above the river.
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High Camp - High Camp is a 15-20 minute walk beyond Spotted Owl on a slow, difficult section of the river, 300 yards before Big Spring. The Site is on the left side of the river on a 25 foot high bench in a stand of maple and douglas fir. It can be easy to miss.
Big Spring This large water source is located on the right side of the river, below all campsites.
Location
The Virgin River Narrows Campsites 1-12 Backcountry Wilderness Designated Sites — Zion National Park is located in Utah
Coordinates
37.33643804 N
112.95557497 W
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from St. George
- 3 hrs 5 min from Las Vegas
- 4 hrs 57 min from Flagstaff
- 6 hrs 10 min from Prescott Valley
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
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- AT&TNo Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
Contact
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