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Watchman Campground

Springdale, UT

Camping

Riverside sites at the mouth of Zion Canyon, a short walk from the shuttle and the town of Springdale.

Nearest town
Springdale, UT
Category
Camping & RV
GPS
37.1988, -112.9867
Hookups
electric
Max length
40 ft (12.2 m)

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, May, September and November. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Zion–Mount Carmel Tunnel, Zion NP (UT). Size limits for motorhomes and trailers (height 11 ft 4 in (3.5 m)). Alternative: Buy a tunnel permit, or use UT-9 west via Hurricane and I-15.

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Nearby

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  • Watchman CampgroundCampsite
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  • Zion Glamping AdventuresCampsite
    13 mi from Watchman Campground
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  • WillowWind RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    18 mi from Watchman Campground · 183 pitches
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  • Leeds RV Park and MotelMotorhome stopover
    21 mi from Watchman Campground
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  • Zions West RV ParkMotorhome stopover
    21 mi from Watchman Campground
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  • Sand Pit CampgroundCampsite
    22 mi from Watchman Campground · 700 pitches
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FAQs

Where is Watchman Campground?

Watchman Campground is in Springdale, UT, at GPS 37.1988, -112.9867. It is about 18 mi from Mount Carmel Junction.

Which road trips pass Watchman Campground?

Watchman Campground is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Utah's five national parks, in one loop from Las Vegas.

What is there to see near Watchman Campground?

Places worth a stop nearby: Zion National Park (7 mi), Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park (18 mi), Kolob Canyons, Zion National Park (22 mi) and Moqui Cave (24 mi).

When is the best time to visit Watchman Campground?

The most pleasant months are usually April and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, May, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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