Openings · last 7 days
73
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 73 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-272266
When South Campground (UT) reopens
South Campground (UT)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1,744
Openings · last 90 days
3,361
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 3,361 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 06:00 and 08:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 2,127 of 3,361 detected openings (63.3%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Mountain Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 14 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 5–14 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| B 41 | 42 | 1.2% |
| A 35 | 41 | 1.2% |
| B 35 | 41 | 1.2% |
| B 45 | 41 | 1.2% |
| A 29 | 40 | 1.2% |
Site B 41 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 42. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Mar 12 – May 3, 2027 · of 124 monitored sites
Of the 6,572 tracked site-nights (Mar 12 – May 3, 2027): 6,572 not yet released.
No online availability in the tracked window
None of the 6,572 site-nights Campsite Sniper tracks here — which start Mar 12, 2027, not today — are open for online reservation. Earlier dates are outside this snapshot entirely and are not known to be unavailable; check Recreation.gov for those. A free alert tells you if any tracked date opens online.
Load status
Mar 12 – May 3, 2027Not open online100%
Open site-nights0 / 6,572
Of the 6,572 tracked site-nights (Mar 12 – May 3, 2027): 6,572 not yet released.
Open dates by month
Mar 2027 – May 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights have not been released for booking yet.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 123 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked night.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Mar 12, 2027. That is about 130 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Mar 12, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The site-nights shown on this page describe Mar 12, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
About South Campground (UT)
Overview
Reservations for South Campground are available up to 14 days before your arrival and may extend up to two days beyond this 14-day booking window.
For visitors to Zion National Park, South Campground is an ideal place to stay. Located near the park's south entrance, the campground is just a short walk from the main visitor center, the Zion Canyon Shuttle System and the adjacent town of Springdale. The canyon and most of the park's trails are only accessible by shuttle bus from approximately the end of February until the end of November each year. Season Dates: South Campground is open from early March to the end of October. Reservations are available up to 14 days before your arrival. For example, if you want to make a reservation for March 14 to 16, you may book this reservation beginning on March 1. Reservations that extend beyond the 14 day booking window cannot be altered.
For reservations more than 14 days ahead of arrival, please check Watchman Campground which offers reservations six months in advance of arrival.
Recreation
Hikers can access three trails directly from the facility: the Watchman Trail, a moderate trail that ascends the peak behind the campground; the Archeology Trail, which offers a light hike to an archeological site; and the Pa'rus Trail, a paved walking and biking trail that runs alongside the river, and the only trail in the park that allows dogs. For more information, visit the park's Zion Canyon Trail Descriptions page.
The Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the Zion Canyon Shuttle System are a short walk from the campground. Many popular rock climbing routes are within a short shuttle bus ride into the main canyon.
Use of OHVs and ATVs is prohibited in Zion National Park.
Facilities
Flush toilets, drinking water, picnic tables, firepits and a dump station are provided at this facility. Four group sites are available that can accommodate RVs and tents. There are no hook-ups in this campground. Generators can be used during specific hours.
Natural Features
Zion is known for its dynamic geologic history. The South Campground and Amphitheater were built by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the early 1930s. The project was completed and opened to the public in the spring of 1935. The Virgin River, a narrow but powerful river that carved out the canyon over time, runs adjacent to the campground. Cottonwood trees surrounding the campsite turn golden in the fall. Although the campground is moderately forested, most of the campsites are in partial to full sun but visitors can cool off in the cold river when temperatures peak during summer.
Notice: The months of April and May bring an unusual infestation of Tent Caterpillars, which fall from trees onto tents, tables, and unsuspecting campers and can make it quite uncomfortable to sit outside. The months of July and August in particular bring a higher concentration of ants in the campsites, which seem to come out especially after the monsoons, but are present all summer long. August and September bring yellowjackets. Insecticidal treatment by visitors is not permitted.
Nearby Attractions
The town of Springdale has shopping, art galleries, shower facilities, restaurants. equipment rental businesses, gas stations, markets, bike rentals, library and health clinic.
124 monitored sitesRVs up to 60 ftNo hookupsPets OKFire pitsMax party 6
Getting there
From Las Vegas, St. George or other points south on Interstate 15: Travel north to Exit 16, towards Hurricane. Follow State Route 9 east for 12 miles (19 km) to La Verkin and turn right to continue on State Route 9 towards Zion National Park. After passing through Springdale, arrive at South Entrance of Zion. Take the second right after the entrance station. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite. From Salt Lake City, Interstate 70 or other points north on Interstate 15: Travel south to Exit 27, towards Toquerville. In 6.1 miles (15.5 km) turn left onto State Route 9 towards Zion National Park. After passing through Springdale, arrive at South Entrance. Take the second right after the entrance station. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite. From Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, Kanab or other points south on U.S. 89: Travel north to State Route 9. Turn left and follow State Route 9 west for 13 miles (33 km) to the East Entrance of Zion National Park. Continue straight for 12 miles (19 km), then turn left at the sign for South Campground. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite. From Bryce Canyon National Park, Panguitch or other points north on U.S. 89: Travel south to State Route 9. Turn right and follow State Route 9 west for 13 miles (33 km) to the East Entrance of Zion National Park. Continue straight for 12 miles (19 km), then turn left at the sign for South Campground. Stop at campground kiosk and speak with hosts to check-in and for directions to your campsite.
State Hwy 9, Springdale, UT 84767435-772-3256
CampingDay Use AreaHiking
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at South Campground (UT)?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 6,572 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at South Campground (UT). That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Campsite Sniper has also detected 3,361 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at South Campground (UT)?
Campsite Sniper detected 73 site-date openings at South Campground (UT) in the last 7 days, 1,744 over 30 days and 3,361 over the last 90.
Which sites at South Campground (UT) fit a 35-foot RV?
84 of the 123 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 60 ft.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at South Campground (UT)?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 14 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 5-14 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at South Campground (UT)?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for South Campground (UT) begins Mar 12, 2027 — about 130 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Mar 12, 2027.
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