There Are Red Cliffs Hiding In A Utah Desert Where You Can Camp Year-Round
By Courtnie Erickson|Published March 14, 2022
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
For many Utahns, camping is a favorite activity and one of the best ways to receive a little fresh air and get outdoors. Fortunately, even in the winter, there is still an abundance of camping activities around the state. When you are looking to get away regardless of the time of year, Red Cliffs Campground in southern Utah is waiting for you with red rocks, views, and lots of amenities. It is a year-round campground in Utah that is certainly worth checking out.
Red Cliffs Campground is part of the Red Cliffs Recreation Area, which is located approximately six miles north of St. George.
This campground sits at the base of beautiful red cliffs made from Navajo Sandstone. While you are only a short distance from Interstate 15 and St. George, you’ll feel tucked away from the rest of the world during your stay.
Not only do the red cliffs and red rocks provide breathtaking views, but Quail Creek flows right through the campground. There are also cottonwood and willow trees around the campground that provide both shade and greenery to the area.
The Red Cliffs Campground is not large as there are only 11 campsites available. Each campsite features several amenities including shade shelters, picnic tables, grills, and potable water.
Because this campsite is small and quite beautiful, it can fill up quite quickly. Reservations are required in advance and first-come, first-serve options are not available.
In designated areas, you can see dinosaur footprints that have been preserved and are visible in the sandstone. Make sure to stop by each sign, which will tell you more about the creatures that lived in the area and some of the fascinating things that are visible in the rock.
Quail Creek State Park is also a terrific way to spend your day. This state park is less than two miles from the campground and offers excellent fishing, boating, and mountain biking opportunities.
Have you ever spent the night at Red Cliffs Campground? What was your experience like? We’d love to hear about it in the comments! If you have some extra time, make sure you explore Quail Creek State Park. You may not know it, but this is a kayaker’s dream destination!
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