Lava Point Campground

4.4·12 reviews
·Zion National Park
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Overview

Lava Point Campground is typically open May through September, as weather allows. Situated at 7890 feet above sea level, it is off the Kolob Terrace Road, 25 miles (45 minutes) north of the town of Virgin. It takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes to drive to the campground from the South Entrance of Zion Canyon.

Great Facilities and Amenities

  • Campfire Allowed

    (All campsites have Campfire Allowed)

  • Checkin Time

    (All campsites have Checkin Time)

  • Checkout Time

    (All campsites have Checkout Time)

  • Driveway Entry

    (All campsites have Driveway Entry)

  • Firepit

    (All campsites have Firepit)

  • Max Num Of People

    (Up to 6)

  • Max Num Of Vehicles

    (Up to 2)

  • Pets Allowed

    (All campsites have Pets Allowed)

  • Shade

    (All campsites have Shade)

  • Site Access

    (All campsites have Site Acceses)

Natural Features

Sign alongside forested dirt road directs campers to the campground entrance. - Credits: NPS
Picnic table and fire ring inside a dirt campsite surrounded by forest. - Credits: NPS
Breathtaking view of rolling forests and Zion's steep canyon walls in the distance. - Credits: NPS
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Lava Point Campground is situated at 7,890 ft. above sea level providing cooler temperatures for campers during southern Utah's hot summers. Pine and Aspen trees create shade and protect campsites from wind on gustier days. A short distance from the campground entrance is Lava Point Overlook where campers can take in breathtaking panoramic views to the South towards Zion Canyon. 

Recreation

Breathtaking view of rolling forests and Zion's steep canyon walls in the distance. - Credits: NPS

Barney's Trail leaves from the campground and provides access to Lava Point Overlook and the West Rim Trail. The campground is also excellent for wildlife watching and stargazing. 

Permitted Equipment

  • tent-N/A

  • vehicle-Up to 19ft

  • camper van-Up to 19ft

  • pickup camper-Up to 19ft

Nearby Attractions

Lava Point Campground is approximately a 1 hour drive from the South Entrance of Zion National Park in Springdale, UT. In between the campground and the South Entrance there are several trailheads providing access to Zion wilderness. Lava Point Campground is also located just a few miles South of Kolob Reservoir which provides fishing and water recreation opportunities.  

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