Camping around Cedar City splits into 2 worlds. In town, at 5,846 feet, you’ve got a year-round full hookup base with a pool, cabins, and tent sites a short walk from Main Street restaurants. Up Highway 14, the Dixie National Forest high country opens into summer-only campgrounds near Navajo Lake and Duck Creek: cool, piney, and rustic. And within a 90-minute radius sit 3 of the Southwest’s heavyweights, Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Cedar Breaks.
This guide covers all of it: where to put an RV, where a tent makes sense, what the cabins offer if you’re traveling without gear, and how Cedar City compares with St. George, about 50 miles south and roughly 3,000 feet lower, where summer camping means triple-digit afternoons. Short version: Cedar City trades a little nightlife for elevation, and from June through August that trade feels like genius.
RV, Tent, and Cabin Camping in Town
Cedar City RV Resort covers the full spread: full hookup RV sites with 30/50-amp service and pull-throughs for big rigs, tent sites, and cabins in 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and deluxe layouts. Nightly RV rates start at $40, and the whole operation runs year-round, which is rare at this elevation. The amenity list is what separates it from a parking lot with hookups: the only RV-park swimming pool in Cedar City, a fenced dog park, a playground, recently upgraded laundry, an on-site coffee cart and restaurant, and propane and firewood sold at the park. Reviews run 4.2 stars across roughly 1,005 on Google, with cleanliness and staff the repeat themes. The Main Street address means dinner and errands happen on foot, and the Utah Shakespeare Festival plays 5 minutes away on the SUU campus from late May through October.
Forest and High-Country Camping Up Highway 14
When summer peaks, the Dixie National Forest above Cedar City runs dramatically cooler than the canyons below. Highway 14 climbs Cedar Canyon to Navajo Lake and Duck Creek, where Forest Service campgrounds offer the classic pines-and-picnic-table experience, mostly without hookups and only in the snow-free months. Cedar Breaks National Monument keeps a small summer campground near its rim at over 10,000 feet, where the night sky at this International Dark Sky Park is the evening programming. These are great for a rustic weekend; they’re a tough sell for a full week in an RV that wants power. A common pattern: base at full hookups in town and day-trip the high country, or split the trip and spend 2 nights up top when the forecast cooperates.
Camping Near St. George vs Cedar City
The other anchor town in southwest Utah is St. George, about 50 miles down I-15 and roughly 3,000 feet lower. It wins on winter warmth and proximity to Zion’s main entrance; it loses badly on summer heat, when afternoons run triple digits. Cedar City’s elevation keeps summer camping comfortable and puts Brian Head, Cedar Breaks, and the Highway 14 high country 30 minutes away. If your trip runs June through September, camp high. More Cedar City pages worth a look:
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Cedar City RV Resort by RJourney
Cedar City RV Resort sits right on Main Street in Cedar City, close enough to walk to dinner and central enough to base out of for half of southern Utah’s national parks. For monthly guests, that location is the draw: full hookup RV sites with 30/50-amp service, the only RV-park swimming pool in town, an on-site dog park, propane and firewood sales, and walking-distance dining. Monthly RV rates start at $650, with cabin monthly rates starting under $700. The park operates year-round at 5,846 feet, so winter stays are workable for Brian Head ski regulars. GM Maria Chauser was named RJourney’s GM of the Year, and reviews from long-term residents repeatedly mention the team knowing them by name. Call (435) 767-0318 to confirm current monthly availability and the maximum stay window.
Sites & Hookups
Full hookup RV sites include water, sewer, and electric with 30-amp and 50-amp service. Pull-through sites accommodate big rigs, so monthly guests can roll in and settle without backing into a tight spot. For a long-term stay, the 50-amp service matters when you run heat and AC across southern Utah’s swings, hot summer afternoons and cold winter nights at 5,846 feet. Cabins in 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and deluxe configurations handle guests without a rig, with cabin monthly rates starting under $700. Propane and firewood are sold on-site. WiFi covers the property, which the long-term work-camper crowd relies on. GPS warning for arrival: do NOT exit at Kanarraville. Use Exit 57 (from the south) or Exit 62 (from the north) off I-15. There is a dip at the resort entrance the State Highway Department controls, so drive slowly and enter at an angle.
What's On-Site
Cedar City RV Resort is the only RV park in town with a swimming pool, which earns its keep when summer afternoons push past 90F. Beyond the pool, the amenity list runs deep for a long stay: a fenced dog park, a playground, a covered pavilion, recently upgraded laundry, an on-site coffee cart and restaurant, park-wide WiFi, and on-site propane and firewood sales. Outdoor games (cornhole, horseshoes) round out the social side. Long-term residents and traveling workers describe a park that runs cleanly and welcomes them by name. The team, Mark on maintenance, Madelyn at the front desk, Angel in housekeeping, gets specific mention in reviews, and GM Maria Chauser was named RJourney’s GM of the Year.
What Guests Say
4.2 stars across roughly 1,005 Google reviews. The themes that come up most: cleanliness, staff, and friendly service. Long-term residents and traveling workers talk about the team knowing them by name and a steady, well-run operation, exactly what matters when you are signing up for a month rather than a night. Guests passing through on a national-parks trip mention the central Main Street location and walking-distance dining, and the pool gets a separate mention in nearly every summer review, since it is the only one in town. Negative-theme clusters point to pet-friendly policy specifics, shaded sites, and bathhouse condition; none are deal-breakers in volume.
Other RV Options Near Cedar City, UT
<p>Cedar City RV Resort covers the full hookup, tent, and cabin bases in town. The state park below adds a rustic lake option about 35 miles south. Call ahead either way; availability moves with the season.</p>
Quail Creek State Park
A warm-water reservoir in red rock canyon country. The campground has electric hookup sites and basic tent spots, and water temps stay warm enough for swimming well into October. If you want lake recreation alongside your camping trip, Quail Creek delivers, but with no full hookups and no monthly residency setup, it is a short-stay option rather than a long-term base. Visit website.
Things to Do Near Cedar City, UT
Quail Creek State Park, about 35 miles south near Hurricane, is the closest warm-water swimming and boating option, with a reservoir that holds summer temperatures well into October. Duck Creek and Navajo Lake along Highway 14 add alpine fishing and paddling within an hour. On a monthly stay, these make easy weekend trips between work stretches.
Bryce Canyon National Park is about 80 miles east (1.5 hours), a series of natural amphitheaters filled with thousands of red, orange, and white hoodoos; the Navajo Loop and Queen’s Garden trails make a 3-mile loop. Zion National Park is about 60 miles south with Angels Landing, the Narrows, and the Emerald Pools. Cedar Breaks National Monument is 30 minutes up the mountain, a 10,000-foot amphitheater and International Dark Sky Park. A monthly base lets you space these out across weekends rather than cramming them into one trip.
Brian Head Resort is about 30 minutes from Cedar City, Utah’s highest-elevation ski resort at 11,307 feet, with winter skiing and summer mountain biking. The Utah Shakespeare Festival runs on the SUU campus from late May through October, a Tony-winning regional theater five minutes from the resort. Cedar Canyon and Duck Creek along Highway 14 climb into the high country for cooler summer day trips.
Seasonal Guide for RV Travelers in Cedar City
Summer (June through August)
Peak season for the Shakespeare Festival and national-park traffic. Hot afternoons push past 90F, which is when the only pool in town earns its keep. Confirm whether monthly rates step up in this window when you book a summer stay.
Fall (September through October)
The strongest shoulder window. Comfortable days, cool nights, thinner crowds, and the Shakespeare Festival runs into October. A good time to settle in for a month with easier availability and prime national-park weather.
Winter (November through March)
Brian Head ski season. The resort operates year-round at 5,846 feet, so monthly ski regulars can base here. Plan for cold nights: 50-amp service for electric heat, plus on-site propane and firewood. The quietest, most available window for a long stay.
Spring (April through May)
Warming days and reopening high-country roads. National-park crowds build toward the late-May Shakespeare Festival opening. A comfortable shoulder month for an extended stay before the summer heat and peak rates arrive.
Practical Tips for Camping Near Cedar City
The Utah Shakespeare Festival and national-park traffic fill Cedar City from June through August. Reserve RV, tent, or cabin sites ahead for any summer weekend.
Do NOT exit at Kanarraville. Use Exit 57 from the south or Exit 62 from the north. There is a controlled dip at the resort entrance, so enter slowly and at an angle.
At 5,846 feet, summer afternoons run hot and winter nights run cold. 50-amp service carries heat and AC; on-site propane and firewood keep your supply close for a long stay.
Park-wide WiFi covers the property and Cedar City has solid carrier coverage, but verify on-property reliability with the office if your monthly stay depends on a stable connection.
The resort sits on Main Street, so you can reach dining and errands on foot. That walkability is a real perk over a month of staying put.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I camp near Cedar City?
In town, Cedar City RV Resort runs full hookup RV sites, tent sites, and cabins year-round. Up Highway 14, Dixie National Forest campgrounds near Navajo Lake and Duck Creek open for the snow-free months, and Cedar Breaks keeps a small summer campground near its 10,000-foot rim. Zion and Bryce campgrounds sit 1 to 1.5 hours out and fill fast.
Does Cedar City RV Resort have tent camping?
Yes. Tent sites share the property with full hookup RV sites and cabins, which means tent campers get the pool, the upgraded laundry, the dog park, and walkable Main Street dining. Pets stay at no fee on tent and RV sites. At 5,846 feet, pack for cool nights even in July.
How much does camping cost near Cedar City?
RV sites at Cedar City RV Resort start at $40 per night, monthly RV rates start at $650, and cabin monthly rates start under $700. Forest Service campgrounds up Highway 14 charge standard federal campground fees that change season to season, so check current rates before counting on a number.
Is there year-round camping near Cedar City?
The resort operates year-round, which is the dependable option at this elevation; winter guests are often Brian Head ski regulars. The high-country campgrounds up Highway 14 and at Cedar Breaks run summer-only, since snow closes that terrain for much of the year.
Is Cedar City or St. George better for summer camping?
Elevation decides it. Cedar City sits at 5,846 feet with 90-degree summer afternoons that cool off at night. St. George sits roughly 3,000 feet lower and runs triple digits in midsummer. For June through August camping, Cedar City is the comfortable call; St. George earns its keep in winter.
What national parks are close to camping in Cedar City?
Zion is about 60 miles south, Bryce Canyon about 80 miles east, and Cedar Breaks National Monument 30 minutes up the mountain, with Brian Head and the Highway 14 lakes in the same direction. A Cedar City basecamp turns all of them into day trips, which beats re-parking an RV every 2 nights.
Reserve Your Campsite in Cedar City
Cedar City RV Resort by RJourney covers RV sites from $40/night, tent sites, and cabins, with the only RV-park pool in town and a walkable Main Street base. Zion is 60 miles south, Bryce 80 miles east, and the Highway 14 high country starts 30 minutes up the mountain.
See all site types, rates, and live availability on the Cedar City RV Resort page.
Book Your RV Site (435) 767-0318