Watchman Campground Site 34 campground
Watchman Campground Site 34
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire pits, restrooms, and access to potable water. The site is also equipped with electrical hookups and RV dump stations, making it an ideal spot for RV camping. Campers can enjoy hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the area.
Interesting facts about the Watchman Campground Site 34 include its proximity to the Watchman Peak, which offers breathtaking views of the Zion Canyon, and the fact that it is one of the few campgrounds in the park that is open year-round. Additionally, the site is part of the Dark Sky Initiative, which means that campers can enjoy stargazing in the clear night sky.
The best time of year to visit the Watchman Campground Site 34 is during the spring and fall months when temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-70s during the day and drop to the low 40s at night. This makes for comfortable camping conditions, and the park is less crowded during these times.
Sources:
- https://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm
- https://www.campsitephotos.com/campground/ut/watchman-campground/
- https://www.visitutah.com/places-to-go/parks-outdoors/zion-national-park/watchman-campground/
What's on-site at Watchman Campground Site 34
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Watchman Campground Site 34, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watchman Campground Site 30 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Watchman Campground Site 40 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Watchman - Zion National Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Watchman Campground Site 25 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Watchman Campground Site 17 | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Watchman Campground Site 34 -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fork Virgin River Near Springdale | 41 cfs | → |
| East Fork Virgin River Near Springdale | 40 cfs | → |
| Virgin River At Virgin | 82 cfs | → |
| Virgin River Ab La Verkin Creek Nr La Verkin | 39 cfs | → |
| Virgin River Ab Quail Creek Near Hurricane | 41 cfs | → |
| Leeds Creek Near Leeds | 6 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Watchman Campground Site 34 -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolob | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kolob | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Webster Flat | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Midway Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Webster Flat | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Midway Valley | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Zion National Park
- Wilderness Zion Wilderness (Draft Boundary)
- Goose Creek Wilderness
- Deep Creek Wilderness
- Uep Cottonwood Park
- Canaan Mountain Wilderness
Boat launches
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Watchman Campground Site 34 as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Watchman Campground Site 34
Can I make reservations at Watchman Campground Site 34?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Watchman Campground Site 34?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Watchman Campground Site 34.