All campsites have Is Equipment Mandatory

Expansive view of forest and canyons from Lava Point lookout.

Trailhead sign inside the campground directing campers to the Lava Point Lookout and the West Rim Trail.

Afternoon shadows cast across site 1's main camping area.

An elevated view from Lava Point towards Zion Canyon from the North.

Lava Point campsite 1. A primitive campsite tucked into a mixed conifer and aspen grove.

Primitive pit toilet facility available to Lava Point campers.

Campground sign directs visitors to campground entrance from primitive dirt access road.

Dirt parking pad and primitive camping area with picnic table and fire ring amongst trees.

Dirt camping area with picnic table and fire ring surrounded by trees.

Primitive campsite with trash receptacle, fire ring, and picnic table surrounded by trees.

Primitive camping area surrounded by trees with a large mule deer in the background.

Primitive dirt campsite with picnic table and fire ring surrounded by fields and forest.

Trash receptacle in the foreground of a primitive dirt campsite surrounded by fields and forest.

Dirt camping area with picnic table and fire ring surrounded by forest.

Dirt parking area surrounded by trees with the afternoon sun shining through.

Primitive campsite dirt parking pad with trash receptacle in the foreground surrounded by fields and forest.

Primitive dirt campsite with fire ring and picnic table surrounded by forest.

Sign alongside forested dirt road directs campers to the campground entrance.

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

Picnic table and fire ring inside a dirt campsite surrounded by forest.

Lava Point Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>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.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>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. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Lava Point is a primitive and dry campground. There is no potable water on site so campers must bring their own. There are no electrical hookups or outlets on site. Each campsite has a trash receptacle, picnic table, and fire ring. Restroom facilities consist of pit toilets. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>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. </p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>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.  </p>
<h2>Charges &amp; Cancellations</h2>
<p>Due to the remote nature of the campground reservation modifications are the responsibility of the camper. Please manage your reservation by logging into your Recreation.gov account or calling the Recreation.gov reservation line at 1-877-444-6777. </p>
<p>Recreation.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservation Policies </a>will apply. </p>

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.

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