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Lava Point Campground

Zion National Park · Springdale, UT

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  • Address:Springdale, UT
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The campground is usually open through the cooler months. At 7890 feet above sea level, it is 25 miles north of the town of Virgin. The South entrance of Zion Canyon takes about an hour and a half to drive from. First come first serve are the campsites that are primitive. The vehicles are not allowed longer than 19 feet.

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Amenities

Flush Toilets
Dump Station
Sewer Hookups
Wifi
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Cell Service

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on leash

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

In this park

Trails at Zion National Park

View park
West Bank of the Virgin River

West Bank of the Virgin River

5.7 mi597 ftmoderate
Destination Peak Trail

Destination Peak Trail

5.2 mi2,700 ftdifficult
South Guardian Angel via Kolob Terrace

South Guardian Angel via Kolob Terrace

11.4 mi3,796 ftexpert
Lee Pass to Wildcat Canyon

Lee Pass to Wildcat Canyon

19 mi3,898 ftexpert
Hepworth and Roof Peaks Trail

Hepworth and Roof Peaks Trail

6.6 mi3,645 ftexpert
Pine Creek Canyon

Pine Creek Canyon

2.4 mi1,824 ftdifficult

Within ~30 miles

Trails near Lava Point Campground

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Lava Point Overlook

Lava Point Overlook

Utah

0.3 mi82 ftgain
TrailEasy
West Rim Trail (Top-Down)

West Rim Trail (Top-Down)

Utah

15.8 mi4,350 ftgain
TrailExpert
West Rim Trail to Wildcat Canyon Trail

West Rim Trail to Wildcat Canyon Trail

Utah

11.4 mi2,077 ftgain
TrailDifficult
Eye of the Needle

Eye of the Needle

Utah

TrailDifficult
Connector

Connector

Utah

3.9 mi115 ftgain
TrailModerate
Northgate Peaks via Kolob Terrace

Northgate Peaks via Kolob Terrace

Utah

6.0 mi1,568 ftgain
TrailDifficult

Hunt context

Hunting unit around this campground

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the Utah hunting page

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The Virgin River Narrows Campsites 1-12 (Backcountry Wilderness Designated Sites)

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La Verkin Overlook Road (East)

La Verkin Overlook Road (East)

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La Verkin Creek Trail Campsites

La Verkin Creek Trail Campsites

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Zion Wright Family Ranch

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Chamberlain's Ranch Trailhead

Chamberlain's Ranch Trailhead

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