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Red Cliffs Campground

The campground is in the Red Cliffs Recreation Area and is located just off Interstate 15, 14 miles northeast of St. George, Utah, and 35 miles south of Cedar City, Utah. It is nestled into a shaded nook of riparian vegetation just minutes from the freeway. Directly adjacent to, and accessible from the campground, are a series of trails and interpreted archaeological and paleontological sites. The campground and surrounding areas are all within the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, which has been set aside to protect the endangered desert tortoise.  Due north of the campground are the steep and beautiful red rocks of the Cottonwood Wilderness Study Area (WSA).

Campground Amenities
 
The following are available to all Recreation Area visitors:
  • Paved Access Road
  • Drinking Water
  • Two Vault Toilets (ADA Compliant)
  • Dumpster
  • Self-Pay Register Boxes
  • Campground Host
Campsite Amenities
 
There are 10 campsites, each with the following:
  • Shade Shelter
  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit with Grill
  • RV and/or Vehicle Parking
  • Tent Pad

Directions

Take Interstate 15 north from St. George, Utah, to Exit 22.  At the end of the freeway off-ramp, turn right onto the frontage road. Travel approximately 2 miles and turn right after passing the sign for the Red Cliffs Recreation Area.  Proceed under two freeway tunnels and follow the paved road into the campground.


Location Map

Area Map


 Anasazi Trail

Red Reef Trail

Silver Reef Trail

Red Cliffs Anasazi Site

Orson Adams House

Red Cliffs Dino Tracks

Cottonwood WSA

Red Cliffs Recreation Area

Red Cliffs Desert Reserve


Important Information

Camping Fee: $8 per day
Camping Limit: 14 days
Open: Year-round


Red Cliffs Campsite w/Shelter

 

 

 

 

 

 Red Cliffs Campsite