Utah is certainly one of the greatest states in the country for RV travel. It is beautiful from top to bottom and its “Mighty Five” collection of National Parks is on just about everybody’s bucket list. Zion National Park is the most visited of the so-called “Mighty Five” and it is truly one of the most famous and magnificent national parks in the entire world. Jellystone Park Zion (which is located in Hurricane, Utah less than 30 miles away) recently opened its doors to guests and it is already earning rave reviews for its attractions, amenities, spacious RV sites, and modern cabin options.
If you are looking for a place to park your rig or cabin camp on that epic trip to Zion National Park that you have been dreaming about–then you definitely want to give Jellystone Park Zion a very good look. Particularly if you are traveling with kids of any age that love to cool off and get wet after a morning of exploration and adventure in the great outdoors.
This park has an almost endless list of attractions and amenities–but here are the three most compelling reasons why we think you should consider booking with them if you are heading to Zion at any point in the near future.
- The water attractions are magnificent and appealing for little kids and for teenagers and adults. Everyone in the family will have fun here. Whether you have kids that are thrill seekers, or little ones that are looking for little slides–Jellystone Park Zion has got you covered.
- The proximity to Zion National Park and Sand Hollow State Park make both terrific options for day trips. Exploring the best that southern Utah has to offer and then coming back to the water attractions at this Jellystone sounds like a complete dream to us.
- We find the prices here for RV sites and for cabin rentals to be very reasonable considering what the park offers to its guests at no additional cost. We stayed right outside of Zion in the summer of 2023 and lodging (like cabins and full-hook up RV sites) is not cheap in the general area. If you do a cost/amenities comparison between this campground and other private campgrounds in the region we think you will be pleasantly surprised.
To listen to Jeremy interview Scott Nielson, the owner of Jellystone Park Zion, and to find out so much more about this brand new Jellystone Park, click on the media player above or subscribe to The RV Atlas wherever you get your favorite shows!
Let’s take a closer look at the park’s astonishing “4-acre multi-level water zone” which includes multiple water slides, a lazy river, a floating obstacle course, multiple pools, a hot tub, and so much more.
Water Attractions at Jellystone Park Zion
If these pictures don’t make you want to drop everything and book a trip to Jellystone Park Zion then we don’t know what will. The water attractions at this park have to be among the best in the country. During our interview with Scott Nielson he also mentioned that they plan on heating the pools into the fall so you can go swimming–even on Halloween weekends–which sounds like a terrific option after the kids go trick or treating.
While the water attractions (and the location) may be the biggest draw at Jellystone Park Zion—they still have a heck of a lot more to offer. There are playgrounds, pickleball courts, basketball courts, two dog parks with obstacle courses, a jumping pad, and seriously–so much more! Let’s let the pictures do the talking and take a look at some of these other amenities…
Other Attractions and Amenities at Jellystone Park Zion
Whether you have littles that want to play at the playground or jump on the jumping pad, or teens and tweens that want to play basketball, Jellystone Park Zion has got you covered with great options. We particularly love seeing those sports courts for the older kids and for mom and dad! Our whole family loves to play pickleball together and I think you would definitely find us there every evening when we visit this park.
Themed Weekends and Activities at Jellystone Park Zion
Jellystone Park Zion also has tons of planned activities and themed weekends–so the kids will be busy all day long–and sleep plenty good at night. Some examples of the themed weekends are Hawaiian Luau Weekend, Western Wet and Wild Weekend, Fireworks and Fun Weekend and tons more–you can find a complete list of themed weekends for 2024 right here.
RV Sites and Cabins at Jellystone Park Zion
The owner of Jellystone Park Zion was an RV dealer for many years and he knows that RV owners really love to have spacious sites that are easy to navigate. The RV sites at Jellystone Park Zion are truly spacious by private RV resort standards. Click here for more details on the different site categories, prices and sizes.
The cabins are also spacious and light, bright and airy with modern decor and lots of sleeping options for larger families and groups. To find our more about the Yogi Bear and Boo Boo cabins please click here.
Camp Store, Add Ons, Adventure Rentals and More
Jellystone Park Zion also has a well-stocked camp store with plenty of merch for the kids and plenty of add-on options to make your vacation even more special. The private poolside cabana rentals look like a great option on a hot summer day. They also offer a variety of onsite dining options including some awesome food trucks from local vendors.
Their location near Sand Hollow State Park also creates plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures. You can choose from power sport rentals like UTVs, watercraft, Jeeps, dirt bike rentals and more. For complete details about adding these rentals on to your existing reservation please click here.
Returning to Utah is definitely on our bucket list. Returning to Zion National Park is also on our bucket list. And now we know where we will be camping when we return to this great state.
This is just a little sneak peak of what Jellystone Park Zion has to offer. To find out more check out our podcast interview with Scott Nielson or click here and let your next great adventure begin.
And please–keep your eyes on those pic-a-nic baskets while you are camping at Jellystone Park Zion. Yogi is much quicker than he looks.
And he is always hungry.
Always.
