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Under Canvas Zion

Safari-style glamping with wood-burning stoves and en suite bathrooms for a luxurious outdoor experience

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$$$$Virgin, UT

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Under Canvas brings the romance of African safari camps to the red rock country of southern Utah. This glamping resort transforms the camping experience with spacious canvas tents that feature real beds, private bathrooms, and wood-burning stoves that keep things cozy even on chilly desert nights. It's camping reimagined for those who want to fall asleep to the sounds of nature without sacrificing comfort.

The property strikes a balance between outdoor adventure and resort amenities. Each safari-style tent comes equipped with its own bathroom, eliminating midnight walks to shared facilities. The on-site restaurant means guests can enjoy a proper meal without leaving the property, while morning yoga classes offer a peaceful way to start the day before heading into the parks. The staff consistently earns praise for their warm hospitality, from the welcoming check-in experience to thoughtful touches like placing wedding gift bags in guest tents.

Located in Virgin, the resort sits perfectly positioned for exploring Zion National Park, just a short drive from the park entrance. The setting offers stunning views of the surrounding red rock formations while maintaining a sense of seclusion from the busier areas around Springdale. This makes it an ideal base camp for park visitors who want to experience the magic of sleeping under canvas and stars while still enjoying hot showers and comfortable beds after a day of hiking Angels Landing or wading through The Narrows.

While the glamping concept comes at a premium price point, Under Canvas offers something unique in the Zion lodging landscape. It's particularly well-suited for special occasions, romantic getaways, or families wanting to introduce children to camping without the typical hassles of tent setup and camp cooking.

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senta edesa

2 months ago

This place is a treasure and we hope to return. The location is magnificent and sits within easy reach of the Zion National Park entrance (about 25 minutes) and lesser known Kolob Canyon where one can hike through--in some ways even more--beautiful landscapes as they are less frequented. I was a bit concerned about the heat (we were there from June 24-28) however the way the tents are designed makes a huge difference. There are also battery operated fans in the tents and misters which help. We were comfortable in the tent even during the heat of the day. You *are* in a tent and when the wind picks up, the canvas does flap but that didn't bother us at all. The facility is completely off grid and is Dark Sky certified so the stars are very visible at night. The entire staff was welcoming and the food was fantastic and varied enough that we ate breakfast and dinner there every day of our stay. Dinner is served until 10pm which is convenient. We felt our nervous systems settle within 24 hours. If you need an opportunity to relax and be able to just show up and have all your needs taken care of while being in a jaw droppingly beautiful natural setting this is the place. We cannot recommend highly enough.

Kaitlin Beegle

2 months ago

This place was everything we hoped it would be. Quiet, very comfortable, and absolutely stunning. The design and layout of our tent was spacious and very homey. It wasn’t too rustic and it wasn’t too glitzy. The staff were all super nice, the common space was well laid out, and we spent the evening staring at the Milky Way!

Mark

2 months ago

They call it camping plus instead of glamping! You get your very own tent-like house with a toilet, running water and hot shower. Electricity is something you leave at home, as there is none here. However, the incredibly friendly staff will bring you little portable chargers that allow you to charge your electronics like phone, watch, AirPods. They also give you a battery operated fan and lantern for the hot summer months. In the winter, there’s a heater inside the tent to keep you cozy. This is such a different yet incredible experience. We loved it and so will you! Every house has a parking spot. The main lobby includes a restaurant for breakfast and dinner in case you want to stay in. Otherwise plenty of restaurants available within 15-20 min driving distance.

Jessie Simmons

3 months ago

We checked in and were taken to our tent (you can't park anywhere near your tent, uphill walk to get to ours) we stayed for about an hour and left. The pics are catfishing. The tents are close together. You can hear your neighbors talking. It was very stuffy in the tent, due to positioning, so we got zero air flow (there's a ridge that blocked any chance). We have better battery powered fans at home, than they had here. Our tent faced the reception area, so no privacy or stargazing going to happen. You can't have food or snacks in your tents. Just not at all what it looked like in the pictures. With how loud the neighboring tent was, the fact that we couldn't sit on our deck and view the stars, the lack of parking, etc we ended up leaving and staying in kanab. Lost $400(for 1 night stay after tax and fees). Which, is WAY over priced for the set up they have here. I really wanted to love this, but just not at all what we hoped for.

michelle yee

4 months ago

Wonderful place to experience. The setting is spectacular. We loved our tent, the views, the food, and the staff. This is a great place for glamping — don’t expect to use a hairdryer. Our tent did get chilly in the morning as the wood stove went out overnight but the bed and blankets were super cozy and waking up to the cold air on my face brought me back to my days of camping as a kid (but without all the hassles of actual camping). Hoping we will be back again soon!