Watchman Campground
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 5, 2025
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Campground Overview
Watchman Campground is located next to the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, ¼ mile away from the South Entrance in Springdale, Utah. Tent and electric campsites are available year-round and group campsites are available from March through November. All sites include a place for a tent or RV, a picnic table, and access to a fire ring. All campsites in Watchman Campground require reservations year-round. Reservations may be made six (6) months in advance.
Reservation Info
Reservations for campsites at Watchman Campground may be made six months prior to your arrival date online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations are strongly suggested since the campground is full nearly every night during the reservation season.
Rules
Fire/Stove Policy
No fires are permitted when Fire Restrictions are in place.
Regulations Overview
- Check out time is 11:00 a.m. - Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Generators are not permitted at any time. - Do not move picnic tables. - Tents and vehicles must not be on vegetation. - No fires are permitted when fire restrictions are in place. Please refer to Campground Map and Regulations document at the bottom of the page for information about food storage, recreation equipment, and more.
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