WARNING: Do Not Be Misled - Avoid Zion View Camping in Hildale, Utah at All Costs I feel obligated to share this review to protect other travelers from making the same regrettable mistake I did. Zion View Camping is a dangerously misrepresented and poorly managed location that should be avoided by anyone who values safety, cleanliness, and basic decency. #1 - Misleading Name Despite the name, this site is not near Zion National Park. It is a full hour away by car. This alone is deeply misleading and deceptive advertising. #2 - Dangerous Access Road The road leading to the campground is an unmaintained sand and dirt track. Worse still, it requires crossing a river - something most standard vehicles and travelers are unprepared for. It's unsafe and completely unacceptable. #3 - No On-Site Staff or Guidance There was no one at the location to greet us or assist with check-in. We received vague instructions via text and found several other confused guests wandering the grounds, unsure of where to go or what to do. #4 - Neglected Grounds and Unhygienic Conditions The entire area appears abandoned and unkept. A large, broken-down RV sits like a haunted monument in the middle of the grounds - eerie, depressing, and a clear indication of neglect. We stayed in a "wagon" where the bedding was dirty and the floor was filthy. #5 - Nothing Worked The lights, the heater, the barbecue - all of it was broken, rusted, or too old to be functional. Everything felt like a thrift store discard, and nothing was clean or safe to use. #6 - Serious Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards The outdated propane heaters pose a severe fire risk, especially with high winds and embers flying from nearby fires. There are no smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors. This is an extremely dangerous situation. Guests are literally gambling with their lives. #7 - No Heat, No Help, and No Safety After trying multiple heaters that failed to work, a young, untrained staff member finally showed up but was also unable to fix the issue. We were freezing cold, exhausted, and entirely disillusioned with the integrity of the operation. We packed up and booked a hotel in St. George that same night. We feared for our safety. #8 - Traumatizing Shower Conditions After hiking all day, we were desperate for a hot shower. What we found was horrifying: shared facilities that were dirty, decrepit, and traumatic. The towels provided were old, stained, and smelled terrible. I honestly believe a prison shower would have been a step up. #9 - Safety Hazards at Every Turn Even the most basic safety elements are neglected. The solar lights (cheap Home Depot models) installed to illuminate the steps do not function. Walking around in the dark was dangerous and yet another sign of the owner's disregard for guest safety. #10 - A Deceptive, Unsafe, and Disturbing Location This is not a tranquil camping experience. It is located in a rundown area beside a goat pen, where the noise and odor are constant. The surrounding neighborhood is deeply unsettling, rumored to be home to polygamous sects long in conflict with the law. The overall vibe is not just uncomfortable - it's unsafe. To make matters worse, the owner, Charles, offered me a refund on the condition that I would not post a negative review. That tells you everything you need to know about his character and the dishonesty behind this business. Conclusion: Zion View Camping is a dangerous, filthy, and misleading scam. It is not worth your money - and certainly not worth risking your life over. There are far better, safer, and more honest accommodations much closer to Zion National Park. Save yourself the regret, discomfort, and danger. Avoid this scam! read more

Zion View Campground is a truly amazing glamping environment. The site comprises 4 "covers wagons" with beds, lights, electricity, heat, and a deck with table, grill and fire pit. There are also many yurt/tents with fire pit and chair set ups. An onsite petting zoo, kayaking, and arc opportunities round out a cool and fun experience in a relaxed and atmosphere. There are four onsite toilets and two shower facilities. Staff were helpful and efficient. Seriously recommended!!! read more

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We made our reservation before reading an extremely negative review. We were pleasantly surprised by everything. This is a clean but rustic camping experience. There is a small lake, a petting zoo and a very hospitable staff. The site is one hour from Zion but this is well stated in the advertisement. We enjoyed the opportunity to take in local scenery and explore the small towns along the way. Each campsite has a fire pit, bed linen and towels. They offer fire wood and barbecue utensils as well as starter fuel and ice for a small fee. The previous campers had left behind wood and starter fuel so we didn't have to buy any. We loved sitting in front of our tent watching the evening come. For the price this is a great option. If you're looking for luxury there are some much higher priced resorts that offer a glamping experience. We will definitely be back. read more

My family and I fell in love with this place. We plan on returning very, very soon. We went for 4th of July and had the most beautiful firework show. The beds were absolutely comfortable, the service from both Charles and Heather was above and beyond. We felt safe and had a such a peaceful stay. They also had complimentary coffee and s'mores pack. I highly recommend Zion View Camping if you are passing through Utah or exploring the area. read more

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One of the best camping experiences specifically with our neighbors/friends. The host Charles was super nice and accommodating. We can't wait to go back! read more

Zion View Camping - One of their bell tents with a king size bed - Campgrounds Near Me - Hildale, Utah

This property was very comfortable and homey, and the amenities were as described. The view was fantastic and in a very peaceful setting. I would highly recommend this property if youre looking to get away from the hustle and bustle! Not to mention the great customer service and how friendly the nice Manager they have on site He made us feel at home Thanks Charles!! read more

So, the covered wagon, the view, & everything was pretty awesome & exactly what we had hoped for, but the reason we had an even more awesome experience here was because of the amazing customer service that was delivered by Charles! He went above and beyond to help us with our situation and made sure that we were taken care of from start to finish. He went out of his way to help & ensured everything was on point. read more

This place is sooo breathtaking. It is very relaxing. It's far enough away from the big cities. The tents were pretty roomy, very clean and had all the eseentials we needed: extra blankets, towels, wipes, flashlight, chairs, private bbq grill, water. The bathrooms are centrally located and very clean. Staff was super attentive and very friendly. They're on-site at all times and they sell ice, charcoal, wood, and other things for convenience. They have a little petting zoo with pigs, goats, lambs, horses and ponies. They also have board games and tether ball and a volleyball sand court. Your neighbors are spaced out so you have the privacy needed. We had a wonderful time and hope to be back soon. read more

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I've been to many campsites and this is by the far the best I've ever been too. The camp manager, Charles, went above and beyond with customer service. The staff offered us s'more kits each night, extra blankets during colder nights and everything in between. There are pots, pans, paper plates, spices and any cooking supplies that you may need so you don't have to buy so much in advance, except for your own food. The showers and bathrooms are clean and always hot water. The local hiking trails like Water Canyon trail is spectacular and it's roughly a 30 min drive to Zion with the shortcut. There is full cellular service at the campsite and a nearby reservoir to go swimming and kayaking. The town is quiet with lots of families around and feels very safe. This is a great opportunity to experience camping in the outdoors with the comforts of a hot shower, cozy bed and not having to worry about remembering to pack every single thing. I recommend getting to the campsite before dark since google maps brings you the incorrect address. The manager did provide instructions and when we got lost he drove out and guided us to the campsite. I also recommend packing warmer cloths for nighttime since It can get cold. I would 100% stay at this site again and hope they create more locations! read more

Zion View Camping - View from our campsite of the mountain range - Campgrounds Near Me - Hildale, Utah

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If your planning a trip to Zion this place is only and hour away or if you just want to go glamping everything was great! Charles was informative and super nice! Definitely planning on coming back here. Also, our bed was super comfy and everything is really clean. read more

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Beautiful view, excellent amenities, friendly staff! Pet the pony's and go for a hike. 5 's read more

Zion View Camping - Wagons and the office down to the left with beautiful view around. - Campgrounds Near Me - Hildale, Utah

Great place. Very helpful and nice people. Very cool place. Can't say enough. My phone wouldn't work for directions and they were very helpful with directions. read more

i had a wonderful time! the site looks as very clean and so comfortable. everything I needed was right there. there were beautiful views and stars at night. it was perfect read more

I was excited to stay 2 nights in the Wagon with a private deck/BBQ/Firepit to enjoy sunsets & stargazing (which I was told was one of the best features of this campsite). Upon arrival, at 4:30 PM on 7/7/22, it was a sweltering 101 degrees out. The check in host, Lara, was very kind & helpful at carrying my firewood/charcoals lighter fluid all purchased at the camp office, up to the wagon- Sundance Kid was the first 'try'. After climbing the steep stairs with items, she opened the wagon to find it was not cleaned after the previous guests. So we went down the stairs and I backed my car up to the Jesse James wagon. Again, Lara carried up my camp office purchased items and I put on hiking shoes to better navigate the stairs. This wagon was very clean, but 10-20 degrees hotter than the outside. Lara turned on the "AC" which blew even air hotter than inside the wagon- it was supposed to cool down after a few minutes, but never did. After making 2 trips up to the wagon, the AC unit was off. Other guests were checking in near me, and Lara was helping them. When she was finished, I asked her about the AC not turning on and she stating that electricity at Zion View Camp is SOLAR (kudos for going green) but the system blew a breaker because of too much usage (only 3/4 wagons were occupied, not sure how many tents). The electrician would be there within 30-60 minutes to make repairs (if he has the necessary equipment). I asked if they "ran out" of electricity often and she said 2-3 times per week. It seems that perhaps the solar panels are not adequate for the summer AC usage? I asked if there was a guarantee that the electrician would be able to repair the electric power since the solar panels appear to be lacking in adequate power to run the campground... she said it's been fixed before, so most likely yes. When I asked if the AC unit in Jesse James would blow colder air and cool down the wagon, she could not guarantee that it would because it usually just takes a minute or 2 to cool down (it ran for about 7 minutes with hot air only until the power went off for 5 and then restarted with hot air again). At this point, I was not willing to 'risk' staying in a wagon that was well over 100 degrees without stable electricity source or a functioning AC unit that blew cool air. I cancelled my stay because the wagon sold to me (online with booking.com) was not equipped with an AC unit that blew cold air or had a stable/ continuous electric supply. This Glamp experience would have been a 10/10 if the wagons were pre-cooled prior to arrival with a reliable energy supply. Perhaps spring camping would be ideal if the energy supply remains limited? The site is beautiful, clean, rustic. The host, Lara, was patient and kind. I returned by purchased items, but Lara did not know how to put credit back on my credit card so I had to dispute the charges as I returned all of the items unopened. I called booking.com to inform them that the stay did not happen because the experience was not as advertised, without a functioning AC unit or stable electric power. I believe that this will be a WONDERFUL Glamp ground once the issues with sourcing the electricity and functioning AC units are remedied... read more