Lava Point Campground

 

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Lava Point Campground

Image Credit: NPS

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.

Reservations will be available on a 2-week rolling window and must be made in advance on recreation.gov or by calling the reservation line at 877-444-6777. You have to reserve a site online. You cannot pay for a site with cash, and cellular service in the area is very limited. We recommend you make a reservation before you start your trip.

There are 6 primitive campsites available for reservation. The campground has pit toilets and trash cans, but no water. Vehicles longer than 19 feet are not permitted on the road to the campground. Please note that food must be stored in a vehicle or a hard-sided lockable container. Feeding wildlife is strictly prohibited. Do not leave trash unattended while camping at Zion and dispose of trash in dumpsters.

Lava Point Campground cannot be included in the itinerary of any wilderness backpacking trips. Backpackers who intend to traverse hike, will need to make reservations for each night of their trip only in designated Wilderness campsites and camp areas.

During the Spring and Fall, weather conditions can change rapidly along the Kolob Terrace Road that leads to the Lava Point Campground. Check here for Road Conditions.

 

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Lava Point Campground

Basic Information

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.

TOTAL SITES: 6

Electric Hookups: 0

RV Only: 0

Tent Only: 6

Walk to/Boat to: 0

Group: 0

Horse: 0

Other: 0

Campground Features

Amenities

Cell Phone Reception

No

Internet Connectivity

No

Trash/Recycling Collection

Yes, Seasonal

Food Storage Lockers

No

Camp Store

No

Ice for Sale

No

Firewood for Sale

No

Staff On Site

Yes, Seasonal

Amphitheater

No

Laundry

No

Dump Station

No

Potable Water

No Water

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.

Toilet Types

• Vault Toilets - seasonal

Shower Types

• None

Operating Hours & Seasons

Closed today

Current Hours (Closed for part of fall and winter and when Kolob Terrace Road is snowed in)

October 2–June 1

• Every Day:Closed

The campground is open from ~May to ~September every year, but the exact opening and closing dates vary based on weather and when the road is cleared of snow.

Show Standard Hours

Standard Hours

• Every Day:Open 24 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.

Closures & Seasonal Exceptions

Closed for part of fall and winter and when Kolob Terrace Road is snowed in

October 2–June 1

• Every Day:Closed

The campground is open from ~May to ~September every year, but the exact opening and closing dates vary based on weather and when the road is cleared of snow.

Holidays

2025–2026

New Year's Day	January 1, 2026	Closed
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.	January 19, 2026	Closed
Washington's Birthday	February 16, 2026	Closed
Memorial Day	May 26, 2025	Closed
Columbus Day	October 13, 2025	Closed
Veterans Day	November 11, 2025	Closed
Thanksgiving Day	November 27, 2025	Closed
Christmas Day	December 25, 2025	Closed
Holiday	Date	Hours

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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.

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.

$25.00

Contact Information & Directions

Additional Information & Regulations

Cell Phone Additional 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.

Regulations

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.

Reservations

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.

Reservations