Zion National Park, Utah - Watchman Campground
Zion National Park, Utah - Watchman Campground. Loops A & B are Electric Sites. Loops C & D are Tent Sites. Loop E is Group Sites (7). Loop F is the Walk-in Tent Sites.
Zion National Park Utah - Watchman Campground
This video is about Zion National Park Utah - Watchman Campground. Campgrounds in Zion includes the Watchman Campground with 183 sites; and South Campground with 126 sites. April 2014. See link to my Playlist:
9-10-18 Zion NP, The Watchman Trail [4K]
The Watchman Trail is a 3.1 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Springdale, Utah that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
Link to Google Map of all our hikes: [Open link in New Tab]
Equipment:
Canon 7D Mark II with Tokina 11-16mm lens
GoPro Hero 6 Black
#zionnationalpark #travelhikes #watchmantrail
Canyon Overlook Trail - Zion National Park, Utah, United States
- Created at TripWow by TravelPod Attractions (a TripAdvisor™ company)
Canyon Overlook Trail Zion National Park
This one-mile hiking trail starts just outside the east entrance to the Zion-Mt Carmel Tunnel, and leads to a dramatic observation point that provides impressive views of Zion's rugged landscape.
Read more at:
Travel blogs from Canyon Overlook Trail:
- ... Before crossing the final tunnel into the south side of the canyon we took a really neat hike on the Canyon Overlook trail ...
- ... Once we were through the tunnel we parked up, and set off on the Canyon Overlook Trail ...
- ... Canyon Overlook trail is on this side ...
- ... That same afternoon we tried the Canyon Overlook Trail but after going part way along cliffs that were mostly chained and getting higher and higher, I said enough ...
Read these blogs and more at:
Photos from:
- Zion National Park, Utah, United States
Photos in this video:
- Canyon Overlook Trail 8 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail 2 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail 3 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail 4 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail 5 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail 6 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail 7 by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
- Canyon Overlook Trail by C_villa from a blog titled The Grand Finale!
ZION | Scout Lookout (FULL HIKE IN HD)
*PLEASE HELP me to grow my Youtube channel by clicking the SUBSCRIBE button above or the link below. It only takes a second and it will really help me out. Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
This video is the FULL HIKE at 2X speed from the trailhead to Scout Lookout.
*In my closing credits I accidentally labeled the hike Scouts Landing, however, it should be Scout Lookout.
Take a stroll through Zion Canyon in the heart of Zion National Park on a full hike from the trailhead to Scout Lookout. Scout Lookout is most famously known as the trail leading to the starting point for the famous Angel's Landing trail, however, the trail on its own offers spectacular views of the canyon below as you gain over 1000 feet in elevation, journey through a breathtaking canyon, and ascend the dizzying Walter's Wiggles (a long chain of tight switchbacks) to the summit which offers fantastic views of the canyon below, the Virgin River, as well as a great perspective of Angel's Landing. The trail is wide and paved. If you decide that the narrow trails, 1000 foot drops, and scrambling up the rocks of Angel's Landing isn't for you, you've still had an amazing hike up to Scout Lookout.
If you'd like to see my video of Angel's Landing I'll include a link here in a few days once its uploaded.
Most of my videos aren't in the full hike format like this video. If you enjoyed my video please check out my other videos.
Don't forget to Like & Subscribe!!!
Music included in this video:
We Are One by Vexento -
Yukowla by Yuku -
Nebulous by Dennis Kumar -
Under the Sun by NOWE -
Ukulele by Adam Vitovsky -
Zion National Park Watchman Campground 360 VR 4K
The future is here. 360 VR Tour of Zion National Park Watchman Campground
Instructions on using the video:
This is a 360 VR Tour meaning you can look all around the video, up, down, left, right. Simply use your mouse to click and grab the screen to look around.
Youtube automatically loads the video in very low resolution. It is up to you to increase the quality by selecting the little gear icon at the bottom right of the video window (hover your cursor over the video and you will see it).
If you are viewing this on a mobile device you will need to view it in the Youtube app to get the proper experience.
If the video looks wobbly/ weird it means your browser needs to be updated.
Watchman Campground is located adjacent to the main visitor center in Zion National Park (Springdale Utah). Offering tent and RV camping in 5 different loops and 1 group area. Recently renovated this modern campground is nicely appointed with excellent facilities for tent and RVs. Loops A&B are geared towards larger RVs with partial hookups (water and electric) available; these loops also have sites that border the Virgin River with some affording scenic views of the water. The remaining loops are targeted towards tent campers (although van/ truck campers could use the sites). In addition there are a number of hike in tent campsites situated at the base of a small hill; with natural vegetation and good separation these are the premier tent camping spots in this campground. Finally the group camping area offers large groups a very nice camping area with dedicated bathrooms and water fill. Paved roads. A dump station is available
There are no shower facilities inside the park. Water spigots are located throughout along with modern bathhouses and outdoor washing sinks.
Sites can be reserved in advance for Watchman Campground and go quickly in peak season. Multiple trails depart from this location plus you are in short walking distance to the visitor center where you can ride the free shuttle to experience the main canyon during peak season.
Look where you're going with Tour campgrounds and RV Parks around the US with thousands of videos, photos and written reviews. Subscribe to this Youtube Channel or join the club over at the website.
Music Licensed from: MusicBakery.com and/ or PremiumBeat.com
At the Top of the Watchman Trail, Zion National Park (4/10/12)
Short video shot at the top of the Watchman Trail. This was taken at 4:40 on a very warm afternoon. From this vista you can see many of the parks namesakes as well as the town of Springdale.
The Watchman Trail - Zion National Park, UT 2019 (GoPro Hero 7 Black)
The Watchman Trail - Zion National Park, UT 2019 (GoPro 7 Black)
10/1/19 Sunset at the top of the Watchman Trail
Watchman Campground | Zion National Park - Hurricane, UT - 360° Drive-thru
More information:
A 360° VR drive-thru video of Watchman Campground in Zion National Park - Hurricane, Utah.
If you're on a desktop, use your mouse to rotate the viewing angle. On a mobile device, move your phone or tablet in the direction you want to see. Hit pause and have a look around!
All videos are shot in 4K HD, so you may have to adjust the video quality to see these at maximum resolution.
Zion National Park - Return to Hop Valley
Located off exit 40 on Interstate 15 in Utah, the La Verkin Creek Trail is the main through trail of the Kolob Canyons section of Zion. Starting at Lee Pass along the Kolob Canyons Road, this trail runs almost 11 miles in length, looping south around the Finger Canyons, then turning east to join up with La Verkin Creek. The Hop Valley Trail is a 6.5-mile stretch of trail that connects the Hop Valley Trailhead with the La Verkin Creek Trail and is part of the Trans-Zion Hike that allows backpackers to hike from the Kolob section all the way down to Angels Landing and into the main canyon.
Zion National Park: 10 Things to Know Before You Go
Things YOU need to know before YOU go to Zion National Park in Utah. Zion National Park is big… 229 square miles! Zion's perpendicular cliffs are nearly 3,000 feet high. Unlike other canyon parks - where many visitors view the canyons from their rims - Zion draws visitors to its floor. Elevation: Lowest 3,666 ft and a high elevation of 8,726 ft at Horse Ranch Mountain.
Admission is for a week
$35 per vehicle
$20 per pedestrian
Getting In:
Zion is located in the South west corner of Utah.
The closest major airports are:
150 Miles from Las Vegas
Or 300 Miles from Salt Lake City
Driving time that’s about 3 hours from Vegas, 4.5 hours from Salt Lake City, or 8 hours from Los Angeles
There’s a couple of other small airports closer by, Saint George is just 49 miles from the park, and Cedar City is 60 miles
In the high season Summer & WInter Holidays, you have to take a shuttle in to the park, so you have to park your car in Springdale.
If you want to drive your car in, most people recommend getting in by 10am before all the lots fill up.
Getting Around:
Springdale operates a shuttle service within the town to take you from your parking lot or hotel to the park entrance.
The NPS operates another shuttle that runs on the scenic drive in the park making 9 stops.
Visitor Information
There are 2 visitor centers, the main one in Springdale, and another, the Kolob Canyon Visitor Center is located off of Interstate 15 at the west entrance of the park
Lodging
4 options in the park
3 Campgrounds -- only the Watchman Campground is open year round
1 Hotel, the Zion Lodge -- in 2019 it’s about $220 a night
Reservations for the Lodge can be made up to 13 months in advance. Starting with the 1st of each month, the calendar opens for that whole month in the following year. The Lodge books quickly
But tons of hotels just outside the park in Springdale.
You can also stay in St. George which is about a 45 minute drive from the park.
What to bring:
Everything you need to be in a canyon for day, at least water, sunscreen. You can refill your water in the park at the Zion Lodge, Campgrounds, or Visitors Centre.
And if you’re hungry, the Zion Lodge serves breakfast and dinner… or pack a picnic from the supermarket in Springdale.
Food:
Rositas in Springdale -- pretty good Santa Fe Style Mexican food
Subway:
Yes -- Zion has a subway! But it’s not a mode of transportation - it’s a hiking trail! It’s so popular, it requires permits in advance that are gained through a lottery. And it’s hard! Think rappelling with 60 feet of rope, and swimming through cold murky water!
When to go:
The park is open year round. Most visitors come during Spring and Fall. Campgrounds March-October. There are fewer visitors December - March (with the exception of Christmas break).
What to do besides hiking:
Backpacking
Bicycling
Birding
Camping
Canyoneering
Climbing
Horse Back Riding
Ranger Led Activities
River Trips
RIde a bike
Stargazing and the Sunset
And finally
Shopping -- there’s a little gift shop at the Visitor Center
CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE:
You might enjoy watching some of these other videos:
Springhill Suites Zion Video Hotel Review:
Las Vegas is the closest big city - Check out my videos on Las Vegas:
Yellow Productions on Social Media:
FACEBOOK:
INSTAGRAM:
TWITTER:
Check out my blog:
My video gear:
Sony FDR-AX53 4K Handycam:
Sony ECMW1M Wireless Microphone:
GoPro Fusion 360 Camera:
Pacsafe LS250 Anti-theft Shoulder Bag:
Music: Killertracks.com
UPM_KOK2373_14_Opening_Landscapes_Main_Track_Dubois_808161
Observation Point THE EASY WAY | Zion National Park
This is a video showing the easier route to Zion National Park's Observation Point. You need to pay for a private shuttle to the East Mesa Trail head.
It's great to see a different part of the park with no people (we didn't see a single person until they began arriving from the bottom-up hike).
Ambient sound only, no music, to give a feeling for how quite it is compared to the main canyon.
Insta // @stephenglloyd
Twits // @stephenglloyd
Zion National Park in the Winter and the Perilous Angels Landing Hike
In this video we visit bucket list destination Zion National Park and tackle the perilous Angels Landing hike in the winter.
Original music soundtrack and other merch available at
Help make my video production sustainable
We tow a 2015 Winnebago Micro Minnie 1706FB travel trailer, with a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado LT 2X4 V6
My favorite Amazon products.
Join the community at:
Patreon
or become a member
Members and patrons get early access and bonus footage among other perks.
Facebook Group
Music:
CDs, stickers and t-shirts at
Digital downloads:
Apparel:
Some of the upgrades I've done to our Micro Minnie:
Micro Air Soft Start System and Westinghouse iGen 2500 generator (use promo code MYRV for a discount)
Cell Phone Signal Booster: weBoost Drive 4G-X RV 470410
WiFiRanger: Internet on the road.
use promo code STEHLIK5 for a 5% discount
RVLock
TPMS:
Towing Mirrors: Fit System 3891
Fantastic Vent
Solar system: Renogy 100 Watts 12 Volts Monocrystalline Solar Starter Kit
Generators:
Westinghouse iGen 2500
Champion Power Equipment 75537i 3100 Watt RV Ready Portable Inverter Generator with Wireless Remote Start
IN MY BASEMENT
Weber 51010001 Q1200 Liquid Propane Grill, Black
Coleman Outdoor Compact Table
Coleman 333264 Propane Fuel Pressurized Cylinder, 16.4 Oz
Quik Chair Folding Quad Mesh Camp Chair - Blue
Portable Folding Rocking Chair
Camco Mfg Inc 44543 Large Stabilizer Jack Pad with Handle, 2 Pack
Bulls Eye Level RV Appliance and Game Table Leveler Motorhome Level (Mini Level)
Tri-Lynx 00015 Lynx Levelers, (Pack of 10) by Tri-Lynx
Camco 39755 RhinoFLEX 6-in-1 Sewer Cleanout Plug Wrench
Cartman 14 Cross Wrench, Lug Wrench
Rubbermaid Cooler, 10 qt., Red (FG2A1104MODRD)
Trailer Aid Tandem Tire Changing Ramp
Camco 40043 TastePURE Water Filter with Flexible Hose Protector
CAMERAS and OTHER GEAR
Main camera: Sony FDR AX53
Action camera: Sony FDR X3000
Additional action camera: GoPro Hero 3 White Edition
LED light: NEEWER 160 LED CN-160
Drone: DJI Mavic Pro
Tripods and selfie sticks:
Manfrotto MTPIXI-B PIXI Mini Tripod
JOBY GorillaPod Original Tripod
Waterproof Telescopic Pole and Floating Hand Grip for Action Cam
AUDIO:
Field Audio Recorder: Zoom H1
Audio-Technica ATR-3350 Lavalier Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone
Sony MDR-7506 Headphones
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:
FACEBOOK:
TWITTER:
INSTAGRAM:
#rvlife #freeinmyrv #rvvlog #travelingrobert
Hiking เส้นทาง Watchman trail ที่อุทยานแห่งชาติไซออน Zion National Park สหรัฐอเมริกา
อุทยานแห่งชาติไซออน (Zion National Park) เป็นอุทยานแห่งชาติทางตะวันตกเฉียงใต้ของสหรัฐอเมริกา ใกล้กับ Springdale รัฐยูทาห์ Utah เมื่อ พ.ศ. 2452 ประธานาธิบดี William Howard Taft ได้ประกาศบริเวณนี้ให้เป็น National monument เพื่ออนุรักษ์พื้นที่หุบเขา ภายใต้ชื่อว่า Mukuntuweap National Monument ต่อมาใน พ.ศ. 2461 acting director จาก National Park Service ที่ก่อตั้งขึ้นใหม่ได้เปลี่ยนชื่ออุทยานเป็น Zion เนื่องจากชื่อเดิมไม่เป็นที่ไม่เป็นที่นิยมในท้องถิ่น Zion เป็นคำในภาษาฮิบรูโบราณ หมายถึง สถานที่หลบลี้ภัย ซึ่งชื่อนี้ได้รับการต้อนรับเชิงบวกมากขึ้นจากสาธารณชน ต่อมาเมื่อวันที่ 19 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2462 United States Congress ได้ประกาศให้ monument แห่งนี้เป็นอุทยานแห่งชาติ จนกระทั่ง พ.ศ. 2480 Kolob section ได้ประกาศ Zion National Monument แยกต่างหากอย่างเป็นทางการ แต่ได้นำมาผนวกรวมเข้ากับอุทยานเมื่อ พ.ศ. 2499
อุทยานแห่งนี้มีพื้นที่ 593 ตร.กม. หรือ 370,625 ไร่ มีสถานที่สำคัญคือ หุบเขาไซออน ซึ่งยาว 15 กิโลเมตร และลึก 800 เมตร ตัดผ่าน Najavo Sandstone สีแดงโดยสาขาเหนือของแม่น้ำเวอร์จิน เนื่องจากตั้งอยู่ที่จุดเชื่อมต่อระหว่างที่ราบสูงโคโลราโด , Great Basin, และทะเลทราย Mojave อุทยานแห่งนี้จึงมีสภาพทางภูมิศาสตร์ที่เป็นเอกลักษณ์และมี Life zone ที่หลากหลาย ทำให้มีความหลากหลายของพืชและสัตว์สูงมาก โดยภายในอุทยานจะแบ่งออกเป็น 4 Life zones ได้แก่ ทะเลทราย, Riparian, Woodland และป่าสน มีนก 289 ชนิด สัตว์เลี้ยงลูกด้วยนม 75 ชนิด (โดยมีค้างคาว 19 ชนิด)สัตว์เลื้อยคลาน 32 ชนิด และพืชอีกหลายชนิด โดยมีสัตว์เฉพาะถิ่นที่สำคัญคือ สิงโตภูเขา, Mule Deer, และนกอินทรีทอง รวมทั้งสัตว์ที่นำกลับเข้ามาสู่ถิ่นฐานอีกครั้งอย่าง California แร้งแคลิฟอร์เนีย และ Bighorn Sheep พืชที่พบได้ทั่วไปได้แก่ Cottonwood, Cactus, Datura, Juniper, Pine, Boxelder, Sagebrush, yucca , และ willows ชนิดต่างๆ
Watchman Campground - Zion National Park (UT)
Watchman Campground in Zion National Park has 189 campsites (90 with electric hookups) located on a bench above the North Fork of the Virgin River and about 1/2 mile north of Springdale, UT. The campground has 5 loops (A-F). Loop F campsites are walk-in, tent only. There also 7 group campsites (loop E). Most campsites have nice shade from large Cottonwood trees.
Watchman Campground is open from mid March through November 30. It has an amphitheater, modern restrooms with flush toilets, drinking water and a dump station. Laundry, groceries and gas are all available within one mile of the campground.
If Watchman is sold out, you can get Campsite Availability Notifications from Campsite Assist. You'll get a text/email when a site becomes available for the dates you want to camp!
Zion National Park, Utah - Mount Carmel Highway Tunnel HD (2013)
The Zion -- Mount Carmel Highway was proposed by the Utah Parks Company, which managed tourist concessions in Zion National Park, as a means to link Zion with Grand Canyon National Park and other attractions in northern Arizona. The road runs from the entrance to Zion eastward to Mount Carmel Junction with US 89as a portion of Utah State Route 9. The road became part of a loop tour of Zion, Bryce Canyon, Cedar Breaks and the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.
The route was surveyed in 1923 by B.J. Finch, district engineer of the US Bureau of Public Roads, Howard C. Means, a Utah state engineer, and John Winder, a local rancher. The National Park Service evaluated alternative routes, including one that used Parunuweap Canyon, but settled on the Pine Creek route, which required a tunnel through the Great Arch. Detailed design work on the road was carried out by the Bureau of Public Roads. Details including bridges, retaining walls, culverts and other features were designed by the National Park Service Branch of Plans and Design under the supervision of Thomas Chalmers Vint. Work began in 1927 on a total of 25 miles (40 km) of road, which was completed in 1930.
The highway features a 5,613-foot (1,711 m) tunnel that follows the profile of the Pine Creek Canyon wall at a consistent distance of 21 feet (6.4 m) from the outside face of the rock to the centerline of the tunnel. The west portal is framed by a masonry facade of cut sandstone, while the east portal is a naturalistically formed hole in the rock, entered directly from a bridge. Construction proceeded using mining techniques rather than traditional tunneling techniques, starting from a stope and working outward to the portals. The tunnel uses galleries to provide light and ventilation through the canyon wall to the outside air. The galleries also provided a place to dispose of rock generated during construction, which was dumped through the galleries into the canyon. Parking spaces were originally provided at the galleries, but were discontinued due to safety concerns. Some galleries have been repaired and partially closed with concrete due to damage from rockslides. The interior of the tunnel is rock-faced, with concrete reinforcement at selected locations. Work on the tunnel was started in 1927 by the Nevada Construction Company and was completed in 1930 at a cost of $503,000. At the time of its completion it was the longest non-urban road tunnel in the United States. The tunnel's restricted dimensions require that vehicles over 11.33 feet (3.45 m) in height or 7.83 feet (2.39 m) in width give advance notice so that two-way traffic can be shut down in the tunnel, allowing oversize vehicles to proceed down the center of the tunnel. Vehicles over 13.08 feet (3.99 m) tall and semi-trailers as well as bicycles and pedestrians are prohibited in the tunnel.
Other significant structures include the Pine Creek and Virgin River Bridges and a second, short tunnel through a rock spur east of the main tunnel.
The Zion -- Mount Carmel Highway was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
Pa'rus Trail, Zion National Park
A beautiful early morning stroll along Zion National Park's Pa'rus Trail. The trail starts near Watchman campground and meanders along the valley floor, offering stunning perspectives of the mountainous peaks and nature at its finest.
Filmed with a Sony HX9V.
Zion Watchman Trail
This is a panoramic view from the top of Watchman Trail in Zion National Park shot on June 14, 2009.
Zion National Park Winter RV Camping
We're visiting one of our favorite places on the planet: Zion National Park in Southern Utah. Zion was my very first national park, and the love affair it sparked for the great outdoors was a big factor in our decision to RV in the first place.
Although we've been to Zion many times, this is our first winter visit. One advantage of coming during the off-season is that there's almost nobody there. We weren't sure what to expect when we arrived in Watchman Campground, so we employed our usual full-timers' strategy of arriving early on a weekday. It turns out we had nothing to worry about, as we were virtually alone for three days, except for a couple of other RVs and a few intrepid tent campers (intrepid because the forecast called for a nighttime low of 10º F during our stay).
Watchman Campground has a decided advantage over many National Parks, as there are a decent number of big-rig-friendly sites, including some with 30-amp hook-ups, and even a few 50-amp sites.
We've driven both of our RVs through the Zion - Mount Carmel Tunnel during previous visits. If you're planning to take your RV through the tunnel, be sure to check in with the ranger station first. Hours for oversize vehicles are limited, and a special permit is required.
When you arrive at the tunnel, they'll shut it down to oncoming traffic, and you'll drive your RV right down the middle of the road all the way through. It's a pretty cool experience, although likely a little intimidating for a novice RVer.
We've always loved Zion, and think it's one of the most beautiful places we've ever been. But the snow is like the icing on the cake, adding stark white to the palette of red rock, green trees and vivid blue sky.
We couldn't have imagined Zion being any more beautiful than every other time we've visited... but it actually was.
Check out the video for a tour and overview of this magnificent, magical wonder of nature.
To plan your trip to Zion, visit the NPS website:
Join us at for more great RVing content!
Full-Time RVers since April, 2003, we share DIY (do it yourself) RV maintenance, repair, travel, upgrade and operational tips & tricks.
Many RVers are eager to learn more about using, maintaining and caring for their rigs. We hope our experience can help others go DIY, saving time & money, plus the satisfaction of a job well done.
We're handy RVers, not professional technicians. We're happy with the techniques and products we use, but be sure to confirm that all methods and materials you use are compatible with your equipment and abilities. Regardless of what we recommend, consult a professional if you're unsure about working on your RV. Any task you perform or product you purchase based on any information we provide is strictly at your own risk.
We sometimes receive products for evaluation at no cost, and The RVgeeks participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. But our opinions are our own, you won’t pay an extra penny, and we only link to products we personally use, love and can recommend to friends with complete confidence.
Comments welcome! Thanks for watching! Don't forget to subscribe! #RVLIFE #RVDIY #RVLIVING #FULLTIMERV #RVREPAIR #RVMAINTENANCE #RVMODS #RVUPGRADES #RVTRAVEL #DIYRV #RVGEEKS
Canyon Overlook Trail | Zion National Park
hiking up the trail to the Zion Park overlook.