Ponderosa Grove Campground
Federal campground in
Location: Kanab, UT, UT
Price: From $12 per night
Price range: $12–$50 per night
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Ponderosa Grove campground is situated approximately eight miles to the northwest of Kanab, Utah, at 6,300 feet in elevation and is named for the small canopy of ponderosa pine trees that shade its campsites. The climate in the area ranges from extremely cold in the winter to temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months. Amenities at Ponderosa Grove campground include the addition of 26 car-camping sites (including gravel tent platform, parking barrier, fire ring and com
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Restrooms
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/ponderosa-grove-campground to be notified when sites open up.
Highly rated campground (4.8/5) known for being quiet, clean restrooms, and excellent stargazing. Located near Kanab and Coral Pink Sand Dunes with nearby recreation opportunities.
Wildlife alert: Coyotes, Golden Eagles, Bald Eagles, Western Rattlesnakes, and Western Whiptails present in the area
Insider tips for Ponderosa Grove Campground: Book early as this is a popular federal campground Perfect for stargazing with minimal light pollution Located at 6,300 feet elevation; expect cool nights even during summer
Skip Ponderosa Grove Campground if: You need hookups — no hookups available at sites. You plan to camp November through April — seasonal operations only. You want more developed amenities — limited to fire rings, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Best time to visit Ponderosa Grove Campground: May-October — Official operating season; campground is closed November through April.
Nearby campgrounds: South Campground — Zion National Park (Springdale, UT), Watchman Campground (Springdale, UT), Lava Point Campground (Springdale, UT), Duck Creek (CEDAR CITY, UT).
Cell Phone Coverage at Ponderosa Grove Campground
Cell signal at Ponderosa Grove Campground (Kanab, UT): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
The Ponderosa Grove campground is situated approximately eight miles to the northwest of Kanab, Utah, at 6,300 feet in elevation and is named for the small canopy of ponderosa pine trees that shade its campsites. The climate in the area ranges from extremely cold in the winter to temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit during the summer months. Amenities at Ponderosa Grove campground include the addition of 26 car-camping sites (including gravel tent platform, parking barrier, fire ring and compacted gravel parking area), 6 RV sites, 2 walk-in campsites (including parking area and gravel tent platform), compacted gravel loop road, cattle guard, dumpster with enclosure, and a reservable group camping area for up to 40 people (including 2 car/RV sites, locking gate, group fire pit, shade pavilion w/ barbeque grill, double vault restroom and parking stalls for 13 vehicles).
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as this is a popular federal campground
Perfect for stargazing with minimal light pollution
Located at 6,300 feet elevation; expect cool nights even during summer
Official operating season; campground is closed November through April
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
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Wildlife nearby
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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