Desert camping near Cedar City, Utah with hiking
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Zion Wright Ranch Eco-Camp
57 sites · RVs, Tents1200 acres · Virgin, Washington
Off Grid eco oriented camp on 1200 acres overlooking Zion National Park. Owned and operated by Bill Wright, a rancher whose family has farmed and ranched the land for several generations. A few minutes from Zion’s backcountry trails in the Kolob Terrace Region and approx. 40 minutes to the main gate of Zion NP. Bill Wright is the father of the legendary "Wright Brothers" the family of Professional Rodeo Saddle Bronc riders. You will often see Bill tending the land and moving cattle and horses from your campsite. This off the grid ranch has some of the most stunning views you'll ever encounter. Want a little adventure during your stay? Visit zionwrightfamilyranch.com to reserve a 2 hour horseback ride with Bill. He'll finish your ride with one of the most breathtaking vistas you can find of Zion National Park. Our property features many spaced out sites to choose from with bathrooms onsite. Pets and campfires are also allowed.
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Creekside - Kolob Gate Gardens
8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents53 acres · Washington
Winter Wonderland December 1st - January 31st... Stay tuned for photos
Creekside Glamping and Camping only 9 miles from Zion National Park. Heated Glamping Tents and Spacious Private Campsites on 53 acres of natural desert landscapes and riparian habitat. Just far enough from the crowds for an unrushed and quiet camping experience.
Located just off Kolob Terrace Road at mile marker 2. The road we are located on continues, after the property, up to 8000' elevation at Lava Point, an overlook in Zion National Park providing a tremendous overhead view of the entirety of Zion. On the drive past our property the road passes through desert, riparian, pinyon-juniper, and conifer woodlands. Multiple uncrowded trails are accessible along the road, including the trail to Kolob Arch, the 6th longest natural arch in the world.
All sites on our property are creek side and provide afternoon shade. Lush vegetation straddles a year around flowing creek.
Our campsites are widely spaced to maximize privacy. We have 53 acres and only 4 tent sites and 2 glamping tents! Multiple trails leave right from our property that lead to sweeping views, a tunnel and desert solitude.
Accessible activities off Kolob Terrace Road includes West Rim Trail, Lava Point Overlook, Wildcat Canyon Trail, Kolob Reservoir & a ton more.
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RV Camping near Zion!
1 site · RV1 acre · Cedar City, Iron
Learn more about this land:Mowed, flat, trees along edge of property, The whole camp area is fenced and capable of enclosing pets. It is the back half of a one acre lot in a quiet sub division. Gateway to the parks! Shakespeare Festival and LDS Temple within 6 miles. I look forward to hosting your stopover!
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Zephyr Acres
3 sites · RVs10 acres · Cedar City, Iron
Learn more about this land:Great mountain views from Cedar Valley. Next to newly built pond, great for swimming and has a new zip-line set up. Hammock poles also installed next to pond for relaxing with views of the sunset. Newly built 500 sq/ft sandy beach. Great for the kids to build sand castles. Near 3-Peaks recreation park with-mountain biking-hiking-off-roading, 30 miles from Brian Head Ski Resort, 60 miles from Zion National Park, 90 miles from Bryce Canyon National Park
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Range RV Campground
64 sites · RVs10 acres · Apple Valley, Washington
Range RV is a new RV campground located in Apple Valley, UT. We are 40 mins to Zion National Park, 30 mins to both Coral Pink Sand Dunes and Sand Hollow State Park, 2 hours to Bryce Canyon National Park, and 2 hours to the North Rim- Grand Canyon National Park. Our campground is conveniently close to world-renowned mountain biking trails, Gooseberry Mesa, Little Creek Mesa, and Jem. Come camp with us any time of the year and enjoy access to great trails, scenic views, and dark skies!
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Light | Earth Studio
1 site · RV1 acre · Cedar City, Iron
Learn more about this land:Camp with the stars and magnificent views of Cedar City. You will be about 3 miles from 3 Peaks Recreation and biking area. There are biking trails near the property that you can hop right on. Lund Trail and Three Peaks are both really close. We are 15 minutes from Wal-mart, Panda, Cafe Rio and other businesses.Near Brian Head Ski Resort, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and other great outdoor activities. The property has a gentle slope of about 7 feet down to the east over about 200 feet. It is rocky and sandy desert. You will want to bring water.
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Fryer’s Ranch
1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · New Harmony, Washington
Nestled 5 beautiful acres in a spread out horse neighborhood. This property sits where you can see amazing Mountain views on one side, and red rock plateaus and lava rock on the other.
Set in Dark Sky Community, it has amazing stargazing. 5 minute drive to the entrance of Zions National Park, Kolob side, and a short drive to many other amazing hiking areas like Kanarraville Falls,
Red Rock Canyon, and Zions and Bryce Canyon.
Quiet, secluded, and safe. Easy access from the neighborhood to BLM land, and endless trails. Dry stream bed down the road to explore by foot, horse, or ATV. (Street legal ATV/UTV’s can drive on the roads here, so you can take off right from the camp spot).
Note there are no bathrooms available on the property.
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Desert Oasis
4 sites · Tents5 acres · Hildale, Washington
Best campsites in the area. No matter what experience your after Water Canyon Campgrounds will help make it a great one.
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Desert yurt with spectacular views
1 site · Lodging20 acres · Apple Valley, Washington
Learn more about this land:
Quiet, private 16-foot yurt surrounded by sandstone cliffs, cedar trees and sage brush located on the south side of Zion National Park.
There is running water, a shower and a composting toilet next to the yurt.
The yurt is heated with a gas powered cast iron stove in the colder months. There is a small deck that offers amazing views. It has a queen size bed that sleeps two.
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Zion Backcountry Sheep Camps
1 site · Lodging50 acres · Orderville, Kane
This land has been in our family for four generations to graze our herd of sheep. We renovated our camps to provide a comfortable glamping space to those who want a one of a kind experience in the backcountry. One of our best features is the solitude and exposure to Mother Nature. Here, you won't find quiet hours, disruptive campers, or noise & light pollution. These sites provide the ultimate experience for those willing to go off the grid, off the main road, & into the backcountry. This space is where the tourist crowds disappear & the rugged, raw beauty appears.As the crow flies, the property is just over three miles from the east boundary of Zion National Park. This land is where our family calls home & has been in the Lundgren family for four generations & is still used for agriculture purposes today. In late May, we unload sheep to graze the nearby meadows and mid-to-late summer, cows roam the area adding to the uniqueness of the experience. This part of the country is home to textured red rock, blue skies, & numerous desert flora & fauna, making it an ideal spot for photographers. Some of the animals you might spot include owl, bear, mountain lion, bobcat, deer, coyote, turkey, snakes, lizards, as well as many different types of birds. There is very little light pollution making the night sky dazzling & unforgettable.
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Zion Glamping Adventures
17 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents26 acres · Hurricane, Washington
Located in a spectacular spot in Hildale, Utah, just an hour drive from Zion National Park. Escape the crowds and indulge in this extraordinary retreat!
Accommodations
> 20 units of Glamping Tents
> 2 units of Rock Cave
> 7 sites for the RV Park
The campsite has five fully operational bathrooms equipped with running water, hot showers, and flush toilets. Basic toiletries are provided for your convenience. There is a common kitchen area where you'll find a fridge, microwave and propane grills.
Every morning, our host expertly prepares a delectable breakfast consisting of steaming cups of coffee and mouthwatering pancakes, ensuring that all guests can savor a delightful start to their day.
In the evening, the host creates a spacious campfire that invites all guests to gather together and forge connections. It's an opportunity to engage with fellow campers, share captivating tales, and indulge in the delightful combination of s'mores.
Make sure not to overlook our highly sought-after array of activities, including exhilarating side by side tours, captivating guided hikes, memorable horseback rides, scenic wagon rides, creative paint and wine sessions, and rejuvenating yoga classes!
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Gap Campground & Model Train
8 sites · RVs, Tents22 acres · Summit, Iron
Fremont culture and Anasazi people were the first known inhabitants of the area. Petroglyphs, pithouses, arrowheads, pottery, and manos dating from A.D. 750 to 1250 found in the area are evidence that it was on a major thoroughfare of early indigenous peoples. At nearby Parowan Gap ancient people inscribed petroglyphs on smooth-surfaced boulders that feature snakes, lizards, mouse-men, bear claws, and mountain sheep. Located near the Parowan Gap there are dinosaur tracks. East of the Gap and petroglyphs hikers can discover Hadrosaurs tracks that were originally formed in non-resistant mudstone. Later, the Old Spanish Trail
passed through the area.
The nearby town of Parowan was founded in 1851, twelve months after Parley P. Pratt and members of his exploring party discovered the Little Salt Lake (dry lake bed)
which is straight out from the property.
The area was traveled by early settlers that used the nearby Red Hills to pass through the area
to hide from aggressive Indians that hid in the nearby mountains that watch for them traveling on the Spanish Trail. Many arrow heads and artifacts have been found on and near the property.
Later (early 1900's) sheep herders camped in the same place as the location of the property.
More about this land:
Wide open land up against The Red Hills (BLM land) near the small town of Parowan Ut. Beautiful vistas. Outdoor Model Train layout, Hiking and biking trails. Lake typically has water up to 3’ deep but is known to dry up in late summer. Petroglyphs and dinosaur tracks nearby. Water on property No public bathrooms.
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