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Red Cliffs Campground

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Red Cliffs Campground, near Hurricane, Utah, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in stunning red rock scenery. This place is perfect for tent and RV camping, though keep in mind that larger rigs might have a tough time navigating the narrow tunnels leading in.

The campground is known for its clean facilities, including well-maintained restrooms and fresh drinking water at each site. Campers rave about the peaceful atmosphere, with plenty of space between sites, allowing for a more private experience even when the campground is full. As one visitor put it, “Waking up to the red rocks and canyons is a dream!”

If you’re up for some adventure, there are trails nearby that lead to fascinating dinosaur footprints in the sandstone. Many campers have enjoyed hiking and biking right from their sites, making it easy to explore the beautiful surroundings. Just be sure to bring protective booties for your pets, as the area has some prickly plants.

With fire pits and picnic areas available, it’s a great place to unwind after a day of exploring. Whether you’re just passing through or planning a longer stay, Red Cliffs Campground offers a memorable outdoor experience that keeps campers coming back for more.

Fee Info

Fees: All campsites are $15 per night plus a reservation service fee. A non-refundable service fee is charged for all reservations. This service fee is $9.00 for reservations made through call center (877-444-6777) and $8.00 for reservations made through recreation.gov. Passes: America the Beautiful: Senior, Access, and Golden Age Passes receive 50% off the nightly camping fee (for passholder's site only). Must have pass onsite to receive this discount.

Reservation Info

Reservations are required

Camping Restrictions

Stays are limited to 14 days. To protect the area’s natural resources and to minimize impacts to private property, camping is prohibited on BLM managed lands within one mile of the recreation area.

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Location

Red Cliffs Campground is located in Utah

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Directions

From St. George: Take Interstate 15 north to Exit 22/228 N-Leeds. At the end of the off-ramp, turn right onto Old Highway 91. Travel south 1.5 miles and turn right. Continue under two freeway tunnels (tunnels restrict vehicle size to less than 12 feet in height and width) turn left and follow the paved road for 1.3 miles into the campground. From the north: take I-15 South and exit at Exit 23/228 S/Leeds and go left under highway. Turn right on S. Main Street for 3.2 miles. Take right and Continue under two freeway tunnels (tunnels restrict vehicle size to less than 12 feet in height and width) turn left and follow the paved road for 1.3 miles into the campground.

Coordinates

37.22167 N
113.40331 W

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    Last on 4/18/25

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Access

  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

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  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Aug. 23, 2025

What A Red Cliff Wonderland!

What a gem, this little campground has so much to offer! From the striking red rocks, to the oasis of trees that straddle the creek and all of the meandering trails that all converge here, this place is truly magical. I can't wait to go hiking because it has been so hot here in August in the last two days. Apparently, you can hike through the slots to see petroglyphs and even dinosaur tracks.

The campsite itself has water abundant with a spigot at every as sight. Some sites have a covered shelter, we while others are right up against the rocks. We stayed in 11 and it was perfect for us. It overlooks the creek area and is really close to the trash bin. There are two vault toilets nearby that were well stocked with TP but sometimes they smelled. Overall though, we are very pleased with this campground and can't wait to come back when the weather cools off some more.

Site11
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2025

Red Rocks Oasis

Wow, this campground is absolutely stunning! We’re at site 11, and it’s right by the creek with all those trees. 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. Many of the sites have a covered shelter (it can get super hot here in the summer!).

We’re here during a heat warning, but I bet this place is amazing in the spring and fall. There are tons of red ants, though—not too bad since we haven’t been bitten, but yeah, a little gross.

There are tons of trails that are super easy to get to. No camp hosts, the sites are pretty big and spread out, and some are right next to the rocks. It’s pretty quiet, and Verizon is nowhere to be found, but T-Mobile has a full-bars 5G connection.

Site11
Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Lynna C., August 22, 2025
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Lynna C., August 22, 2025
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Lynna C., August 22, 2025
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Reviewed Jan. 14, 2024

Such a nice area

Overall, such a great experience! The bathroom was well maintained and the grounds were super clean and well managed. Wish we could have stayed longer!

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Month of VisitDecember
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  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by G M., January 14, 2024
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Reviewed Nov. 25, 2023

Fairytale Campground

Like waking up in a fairytale! Beautiful scenery surrounds you. No hookups, but can run your generator 9-9. Not for big rigs! You must be under 11’9 to go through the tunnels on the way. Spaces are tight. We are in an Airstream Interstate X and pull a Jeep. Barely fit. If your rig fits, it’s awesome!

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Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Jean F., November 25, 2023
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Jean F., November 25, 2023
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Jean F., November 25, 2023
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Reviewed May. 16, 2023

Beautiful and quiet spot close to town

Loved this campground. Lucked out with a last minute reservation and got a fantastic spot right below a trail that leads to dinosaur footprints in the sandstone. The entire campground was clean and well maintained and spaces were far enough apart to not feel cramped even the campground was full. If you camp with pets, especially dogs, I recommend protective booties because there are goatheads everywhere in the grass and bushes.

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Month of VisitMarch
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  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Michell C., May 16, 2023
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Reviewed Jan. 4, 2023

Perfect stop right off the highway

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.

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Pat M., January 4, 2023
Reviewed May. 1, 2022

Magical

Waking up to the red rocks and canyons is a dream! At night the night stars light up the sight it’s truly magical. Each campsite has a table fire pit and pergola. And also fresh water. This will be a spot i come back to

Site1
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Abraham O., May 1, 2022
Reviewed Apr. 17, 2022

Rejuvenizing Red Cliffs

A small but wonderful campground! Best to reserve a site well in advance. I was grateful for cold running water at each site; There’s also covered picnic tables & fire pits. All except camp site #2 has drive-up parking. Lots of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Extremely busy on the weekends but there’s reserved parking spots for camping.

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Month of VisitMarch
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Sara I., April 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Sara I., April 17, 2022
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Reviewed Feb. 18, 2022

Beautiful red rocks setting

This BLM Campground is a beautiful area, nested in the red cliffs and with hiking MTB trails right from the cg. Reservations only as of 2021 (this cg used to be all FF). 11 sites, vault toilets, dumpsters, water spigots scattered around. Cell signal is very good for TMobile, not so good for Verizon or ATT. $15/7.50 senior but all sites have to be reserved online at recreation.gov. Sites 6, 7, 8 and 11 best for TTs. Note there is no RV dumpsite NOTE: you have to go under the interstate thru two narrow concrete tunnels, they are 11.9 high, so be careful, many large RVs, 5th wheels, Class As will not fit!!

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Month of VisitFebruary
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Greg L., February 18, 2022
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Greg L., February 18, 2022
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Reviewed Jan. 13, 2022

Beautiful tucked away campsite

Campsites have a picnic table, shelter, campfire ring and tent pad. There are restrooms, water and trash. There are a few trails and a couple of them have dinosaur tracks!

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Shannon S., January 13, 2022
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Shannon S., January 13, 2022
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Shannon S., January 13, 2022
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Reviewed Oct. 9, 2021

Best camping

Found this site after some searching. Reservations are needed. Some awesome hikes close by and only about 45-60min from Zion. Commute is very easy!

Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Mike Y., October 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Mike Y., October 9, 2021
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Reviewed Sep. 23, 2021

Great site nestled in a red cavern

Lots of nearby trails for lots of activities. Running water, Bathrooms and Trash cans. Site 4 has a poor layout but the other camp sites looked fine. Several with pavilions

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Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Sep. 21, 2021

Nice campground

Very nice campground. You drive right up to your spot. Every campground has a picnic table and a little spot for your tent. Bathrooms all around also. Good spot near Zion National park. Not too expensive.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Santiago V., September 21, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Santiago V., September 21, 2021
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Reviewed May. 23, 2021

Beautiful view of red rocks

I love that there are shady areas along the hikes. So many different trails to follow and rocks to climb. Great for grade school children to run around. The camp sites are spread out so there can be a little more privacy. There is not a creek or water.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Whitney K., May 23, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Whitney K., May 23, 2021
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Reviewed Mar. 17, 2021

Great BLM campground

Update 10.2021. Entire CG is now Reserve Only.

11 sites, $15 night/7.50 senior. 14d limit. Water spigots, dumpsters, vault toilets. No campground host on site but BLM ranger or County Sheriff patrols through. Day use parking for the popular hikes. Very busy during spring break and fall seasons. Access is under I-15 thru two concrete tunnels...11ft 9in height so be warned that taller 5th wheels and Class As will not likely be able to access this campground, and contrary to another review there is no back way in. Stunning red cliffs, numerous hiking and mt biking trails, anasazi settlement and dino tracks. Creek runs thru middle of campground.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Greg L., March 17, 2021
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Greg L., March 17, 2021
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Reviewed Oct. 20, 2020

Great site!

This campground is very nice, but a bit crowded in the day. The sites all had covered picnic tables and the area was very clean. Would recommend site 11!!

Reviewed May. 4, 2020

Decent, but crowded.

This was a nice little place. Less than a dozen sites, only some with water, none with power. All site have covered picnic tables. Accepts interagency passes for 50% off camping.

The proximity to St. George and the easy and scenic trails, mean that it was very busy during the day with day use hikers.

There are a number of things that make this site stand out. There is a Native American archeological site, a few different spots with dinosaur tracks, horse and bike trails, and a creekside trail through a slot canyon with a number of pools deep enough for swimming.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Erik C., May 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Erik C., May 4, 2020
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Erik C., May 4, 2020
Reviewed Apr. 25, 2020

Awesome place

This a cool spot that seems to be off the radar a little bit. I use this spot when I want to go to zion which is only a 30 min drive from red cliffs. Zions camp spots are alway reserved in advance. I've personally never had to do deal with not finding an open spot at this camp ground. Theirs also a lake and hiking trails super close by. And if you forget something or need something theirs a walmart and gas station 10 mins away. They only down side is I wouldn't camp here mid summer when its 90+ at night, it's super hot almost unbearable to sleep in.

Reviewed May. 31, 2019

Desert Beauty

This is such a beautiful campground! There are so many hiking and biking trails right around the campsite with the trailheads in the campground! Beautiful desert scenery and so many nice people! Super clean and easy one night access and even a day use picnic area.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Cameron M., May 31, 2019
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Cameron M., May 31, 2019
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Reviewed May. 21, 2019

Great hiking spot

Made several trips through this camping ground to hike through the red rock canyons behind. Super fun and great when the snow melts! The campgrounds were all pretty open but seemed pretty clean with easy access.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Emm S., May 21, 2019
Reviewed May. 21, 2019

Beautiful location

Red Cliffs is a popular location for locals out of St George for day hikes and school outings because of its geological significance and fossilized dinosaurs prints. There are 11 camping sites that have shade structures, picnic benches, and fire rings. Water faucets are located convenient to each site and bathrooms are vaulted. There is lots of traffic throughout the day with day visitors but evenings are peaceful. Not conducive to large RV’S. The campground fills up regularly so plan for an alternate. KOA is just down the road.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Stephen K., May 21, 2019
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Stephen K., May 21, 2019
Reviewed Nov. 1, 2018

Love this place

Really love this campground! It's small but nice. Good distant between sites and it's a really beautiful place with great hiking.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Natalie B., November 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Natalie B., November 1, 2018
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Reviewed Aug. 1, 2018

Very cool campground

This quite frankly, was a shock. You would never expect this campground to be so cool if you just looked in its direction.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Michael J., August 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Michael J., August 1, 2018
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Reviewed Jun. 1, 2018

Small But Mighty

This was our first stop in our camping journey. The space is fairly small but a beautiful area. Hiking trails lead to some dinosaur tracks! There is access to water at the sites. No showers.

Month of VisitMay
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Reviewed May. 21, 2018

Hidden Gem

Not a lot of people camp here which is great. I've never had a hard time finding a camping spot here. The few times I have, I will just go a few miles north to silver reef where camping is free.

Month of VisitMarch
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  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Dan G., May 21, 2018
Reviewed Jun. 12, 2017

Go after rain

It's a beautiful campground and a short distance from Zion National Park. Unfortunately when I went, I believe the water was being redirected for agricultural use because the water was fairly stagnant, being that the stream was essentially dried up. The campsites are fairly spacious though, accessible by paved roads. Each site also comes with a fire pit, in addition to having a covered "dining" area as well. Biggest downfall for me was no available showered, although each site does have access to running water.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Will M., June 12, 2017
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Will M., June 12, 2017
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Reviewed Sep. 16, 2016

Red Cliffs

There are some great spots in this small and very busy day use area. The scenery is amazing and still close to town.

  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Ron L., September 16, 2016
  • Review photo of Red Cliffs Campground by Ron L., September 16, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a map available for Red Cliffs Campground?

Yes, maps for Red Cliffs Campground are available. The campground has 11 designated sites, and maps can help visitors navigate the area's many hiking and biking trails, including trailheads that begin right in the campground. For the most current and detailed maps, check with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) who manages the site, or ask at the entrance. Maps are particularly useful for locating specific features like the dinosaur tracks and connecting trails.

What do Red Cliffs Campground photos show about the campsites?

Photos of Red Cliffs Campground reveal spacious sites nestled among dramatic red rock formations. Each campsite features covered picnic tables and fire rings, with some sites having convenient access to water spigots. The images highlight the shade structures that provide relief from the desert sun. Site #11 is often photographed as a particularly desirable location. The surrounding landscape showcases stunning desert scenery with red cliff backdrops, creating a visually striking camping environment that blends naturally with the geological features of the area.

How does Red Cliffs Campground compare to other campgrounds near St. George, Utah?

Red Cliffs Campground stands out among St. George area campgrounds for its unique geological setting and intimate size with just 11 sites. Unlike larger, more developed campgrounds, Red Cliffs offers a more secluded experience while still being close to town. It's less crowded for overnight stays than Zion's campgrounds, making it easier to secure a spot (though it now requires reservations). The campground offers basic amenities without electrical hookups, setting it apart from more developed RV parks in the region. For those seeking alternatives, Silver Reef is located a few miles north with free camping options. Red Cliffs particularly excels with its on-site trail access and distinctive red rock scenery.

What are visitors saying in reviews about Red Cliffs Campground?

Visitors consistently praise Red Cliffs Campground for its spectacular desert scenery and relatively uncrowded camping experience. Many appreciate the good spacing between sites that offers privacy, along with the covered picnic tables at each site. The campground's location gets high marks for providing easy access to hiking and biking trails with trailheads right in the campground. Guests particularly enjoy the geological features and dinosaur tracks nearby. While the campground is basic (vault toilets, no showers or electrical hookups), its proximity to St. George and Zion National Park (about 30 minutes away) makes it a convenient base camp. The area tends to be busy with day hikers, especially during spring break and fall seasons.

Where is Red Cliffs Campground located in Utah?

Red Cliffs Campground is located in southern Utah near St. George. It sits within the Red Cliffs Recreation Area, about 30 minutes from Zion National Park. The campground is nestled among stunning red rock formations, offering visitors easy access to hiking trails and natural attractions like dinosaur tracks. Its convenient location provides a balance of natural beauty while still being close enough to town for supplies.