South Campground — Zion National Park
Erin M.
Reviewed Apr. 27, 2019

Crazy Caterpillar Camping

Seems like a crazy title BUT have you ever sat around the campfire and had it raining caterpillars? Literally? There is apparently an invasion of caterpillars in Zion right now(end of April), millions of caterpillars everywhere.. Beyond the take-over this is a beautiful campground with the Virgin River at its side. Our Family enjoyed this campground tremendously, our 5 year old loved the caterpillars even more! Speaking of tiny humans be sure to pick up their Junior Ranger Program either at the Visitor Center(off season) or the Nature center(peak season) and they too can Earn a nifty Junior Ranger Badge! With plenty to do for all ages in the nearby museum there are also 2 trails that are accessible from the campground, the watchman trail (moderate 3.3) and the Pa’rus trail that is paved for handicap and cyclists with gorgeous views of the swift Virgin River. I would advise everyone to make your reservations 2 weeks in advance! We got lucky but spent half the day just waiting to know IF we could get a site. The town of Springdale just on the outside of the park is accessible from the campgrounds with a Market and several gear outfitters. Not to mention the Zion Brewery which was fantastic too! Overall great experience even with all the creepy caterpillars!

  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019
  • Review photo of South Campground — Zion National Park by Erin M., April 27, 2019