Details
Lava Point Rd, Springdale, UT, 84767
Lat:37.3838790939015
Lng:-113.03284569246614
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 5, 2026
Campground
Lava Point Campground
National Park ServiceCampground
Lava Point Rd, Springdale, UT, 84767
National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 5, 2026
Lava Point Campground is open as weather allows, typically from May through September. Situated at 7890 feet above sea level, the campground can be reached via the Kolob Terrace Road, 25 miles (45 minutes) north of the Virgin. It takes approximately 80 minutes to drive to the campground from the South Entrance of Zion Canyon. Six (6) primitive campsites are available for reservation. The campground has pit toilets and trash cans, but no running water. Vehicles longer than 19 feet are not permitted.
Lava Point Campground is usually open from May through September, but the exact dates change depending on weather. The campground is typically open when the road is cleared of snow.
Zion is known for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and day/night temperatures may differ by over 30°F. Learn more on our weather webpage: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/weather-and-climate.htm The campground is 7890 feet above sea level, almost 5000 feet higher than the park's South Entrance at Springdale. This means it is usually much cooler at Lava Point than in other parts of Zion National Park.
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Staff or Host On-Site
Food Storage Lockers
To reach Lava Point Campground, start by driving north from the intersection of UT-9 and Kolob Terrace Road. Drive on Kolob Terrace Road for roughly 20 miles. Then, take a right onto Lava Point Road. Follow Lava Point Road for 1.4 miles, then turn left at the sign for Lava Point Campground. The campground can be found next to the sign. A map can be obtained from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center during regular hours.
Tent Only Campsite
There are 6 primitive campsites available for reservations. The campground has pit toilets and trash cans, but no water. Vehicles longer than 19 feet are not permitted on the Kolob Terrace Road.
Wheelchair Access
Lava Point Campground and its trails are not wheelchair accessible.
Cell Phone Information
Cell service is generally not reliable within the campground. Signal may occasionally be available depending on your carrier.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
RVs, campers, and trailers are not allowed. Vehicles over 19 feet in length are also not allowed. This campground only allows tent camping.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Due to the natural landscape and weather conditions, Lava Point Campground does not have accessible campsites. Accessible camping can be found at Watchman Campground, located by the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
More services are available in Virgin, Utah, over 20 miles away.
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