Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts will find Water Canyon Campground positioned in open terrain near Hildale, Utah, with both drive-in and walk-in site options. The established campground operates on a reservation system with nightly rates ranging from $20 to $60, accommodating tent and RV camping. Standard amenities include restrooms, trash service, and firewood sales, while campfires and pets are permitted throughout the grounds.
The campground's location provides access to several nearby trail systems, including Water Canyon Trail less than half a mile north and additional hiking options within a mile radius. Campers can also explore campgrounds around Hildale for alternative base camps in this southern Utah region. Reserve ahead during peak seasons to secure preferred site types.
Description
Welcome to Water Canyon Campground
A peaceful escape nestled in nature, just 3 miles from town and minutes from the scenic Water Canyon Trail. Water Canyon Campground is a simple, back-to-basics destination for campers who love wide-open skies, red rock views, and the freedom to camp their own way.
Each campsite is spread out for privacy and offers a flat, cleared space where guests can bring and set up one tent. No hookups, no crowds—just land, fresh air, and plenty of room to breathe. Whether you're here for a quiet weekend, a hiking adventure, or a place to unwind with your pup, Water Canyon Campground makes it easy to relax and reconnect.
🟢 Bring-your-own-tent sites (1 tent per spot)
🐾 Pet-friendly across the entire campground
🔥 Fire-safe areas (when permitted)
🌄 Gorgeous views + epic stargazing
🚶♂️ Less than a mile to Water Canyon Trail
🚗 Easy access + parking at or near sites
🌵 Raw desert beauty and total peace & quiet
Please Note:
This is a primitive campground—no amenities, no power, and no water hookups. Campers are responsible for packing in and packing out. Help us keep this land beautiful by leaving no trace.
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Location
Private CampgroundWater Canyon Campground is located in Utah
Coordinates
37.03111086812625 N
112.95359511223901 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 52 min from St. George, UT
- 2 hrs 32 min from Las Vegas, NV
- 3 hrs 43 min from Flagstaff, AZ
- 4 hrs 55 min from Prescott Valley, AZ
