Desert & Redrock camping · Utah
Watchman Campground
Camp under the Watchman in Zion Canyon
SettingDesert & Redrock
StateUtah
Best seasonSpring & fall
ReserveRecreation.gov (books 6 months out)
Walking distance from Zion’s visitor center and shuttle, with the towering Watchman peak glowing red at sunset over the Virgin River. The most convenient base in the park.
Why camp here
Don’t miss: The Watchman at sunset
RVs & rigs: RV sites with electric hookups
What’s here
- Zion Canyon shuttle
- Pa’rus Trail
- The Narrows & Angels Landing
- Virgin River
Build a trip around a camp like this.
Save catalog-backed stops to My Trips on the web now. The iPhone app adds an on-road companion with verified check-ins, badges, shared trips, and your growing map of America.
Where to stay
Find a place to stay near Watchman, Utah.
Hotels, cabins, and rentals close to the action — compare and book for your trip.
We may earn a commission from bookings made through this link — at no extra cost to you.