Details
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 26, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
This 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 one hour and 20 minutes to drive to the campground from the South Entrance of Zion Canyon. There are 6 primitive campsites available for reservations. The campground has pit toilets and trash cans, but no water. Vehicles longer than 19 feet are not permitted.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Lava Point Campground is open. The campground is usually open from May through September, but the exact dates change. The campground's season depends on when Kolob Terrace Road opens/closes for winter snow. Make reservations on recreation.gov using the links here.
Weather
Zion is known for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and day/night temperatures may differ by over 30°F. Learn more on our weather webpage: https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/weather-and-climate.htm The campground is 7890 feet above sea level. This is almost 5000 feet higher than the south entrance of Zion National Park at Springdale. This means it is usually cooler at Lava Point than in other parts of Zion National Park.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Staff or Host On-Site
Rates & Fees
Tent Only Campsite
There are 6 primitive campsites available for reservations. The campground has pit toilets and trash cans, but no water. Vehicles longer than 19 feet are not permitted on the Kolob Terrace Road.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Check for fire restrictions at all times and especially in summer months. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire pit with attached grill. Please restrict fires to fire rings, and make sure fires are out cold before going to sleep or leaving your campsite.Regulations Overview
Vehicles longer than 19 feet are not permitted on the road to the campground. Store your food in a vehicle or a hard-sided lockable container. Do not feed wildlife. Do not leave trash unattended. Please dispose of trash in dumpsters. Lava Point campground cannot be included in the itinerary of any Wilderness backpacking trips. If you are planning a backpacking traverse hike (going from Kolob Canyons south and across Zion Canyon) you need to make reservations for each night in designated Wilderness campsites and camp areas.Accessibility
Cell Phone Information
Cell coverage at the campground is not reliable, but you may be able to connect to some services from the Lava Point Overlook/picnic area.
RV Allowed
No
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
Trailer Allowed
No
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