THE ORCHARDS AT KOLOB RV RESORT, UT
New Harmony, Utah
📅 Date visited: 4/25/2025
⏰ Check-in / Check-out Times: Check-in is 2 p.m. and check-out is 11:00 a.m.
📍 Address/Grid Coord: 2958 S Old Hwy 91, New Harmony, UT 84757
🌐 Website/Social Media Link: https://www.theorchardsatkolobrvresort.com/
📞 Phone: 435-865-1000
💲 Pricing Details/Discounts: We stayed at a 30/50 AMP Premium FHU back-in site and paid $68.55 per night.
🅿️ Site Used: 3
⌚ Length of Stay: 1 day
☝️ Max Length of Stay Permitted: Daily, Weekly and Monthly.
🚘 Vehicle and Rig Specs: Ford F-350, DRW - Cedar Creek 375BHO, Length: 43’ Height: 13’ 6”, 50amp service.
👨👩👧👧 Family Demographics: 2 Adults, 2 Kids (Under 10)
🐶 Pets: We don’t have any, but they are allowed.
📱 Cell Service Used: T-Mobile 5G, intermittent performance in and around the campground.
📶 Other Cell Service Quality: T-Mobile showed the best coverage; however, all are intermittent throughout the area.
Source: CoverageMap LLC.
💻 Internet Service Used: T-Mobile 5G and Starlink
🛰️ Starlink Accessibility: Our NE access was clear with minimal obstructions.
Source: Starlink App Speed test and Obstruction Reports
📡 Campground WiFi Quality: WiFi was available. Performance was average.
🛀 Facilities: Office/Camp Store, Comfort Station, Laundry, and Lounge.
🏊🏻♂️ Amenities: Playground, Horseshoes and Community Fire Pit.
🔢 Total Number of Sites and General Condition: ~36 RV Sites.
⛺ Tent Camping Permitted: No
♿ Handicap Accessibility: Yes
🔌💧🚽 Electric, Water & Sewer details: Yes, FHU 20/30/50 AMP.
👋🏻 Assigned sites or FCFS: Can be assigned during reservation.
👀 Site selection/location assistance: The office provided a map and directions to the site upon check-in.
🔒 Gated Access: Yes.
🚧 Road Condition: Good; easy access both in and out.
⛽ Gas: Shell (.5 mile). The closest Open Roads station is a Maverick (15.5 miles)
🛒 Grocery: Walmart (15.5 miles)
🚩 Area Attractions / Amenities:
Kolob Canyons Visitor Center (1.5 miles) – Start your adventure with educational exhibits and pick up Junior Ranger activity books for kids. Rangers are available to assist with trip planning and nature insights.
Kolob Canyons Scenic Drive (2 miles) – Enjoy a 5-mile drive with breathtaking canyon views and several family-friendly overlooks for scenic stops and photos.
Timber Creek Overlook Trail (5 miles) – A short, 1-mile round-trip hike perfect for all ages, leading to sweeping views of Kolob Canyons. Great spot for a family picnic!
Taylor Creek Trail (6 miles) – A 5-mile round-trip trail following a gentle creek, passing historic cabins and ending at the stunning Double Arch Alcove.
Kanarra Falls (10 miles) – A fun and adventurous hike through a slot canyon with waterfalls and ladders. Best suited for older kids; permits required.
Frontier Homestead State Park Museum (20 miles) – Hands-on exhibits of pioneer life in Cedar City, including wagons, a historic schoolhouse, and interactive activities for kids.
Red Cliffs Desert Reserve (30 miles) – Explore protected desert landscapes filled with hiking trails and chances to spot a desert tortoise in the wild.
Dixie National Forest (25–35 miles) – Diverse outdoor activities from easy hiking to fishing. Landscapes vary from desert canyons to alpine forests.
Cedar Breaks National Monument (35 miles) – A stunning natural amphitheater filled with colorful rock formations and kid-friendly hiking trails.
Parowan Gap Petroglyphs (40 miles) – Visit this fascinating site of ancient Native American rock carvings, with interpretive signs explaining their history.
✏️ General Feedback / Review:
We stayed one night at The Orchards at Kolob RV Resort in New Harmony, Utah, and it turned out to be a great stopover. The sites were clean, spacious, and had easy full-hookup access, making it perfect for a quick setup after a travel day. The campground has a simple, open layout with nice landscaping and beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.
The location is super convenient if you're looking to explore the Kolob Canyons section of Zion National Park. It's just a short drive from the campground, and we were able to squeeze in a scenic drive and a quick hike before sunset. Kolob feels like a hidden corner of Zion—quiet, less crowded, and full of epic views without the hustle and bustle of the main canyon.
At night, the campground was peaceful and the stargazing was incredible. You can hear a little bit of highway noise from I-15, but it really wasn't a big deal for us—it didn’t take away from the relaxing vibe.
Even though we only had a short time, the campground’s location made it easy to fit in a few extra things. Cedar City is about 20 minutes away and has everything you might need for groceries, gas, or a bite to eat. If we had a little more time, we would have loved to explore the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum and check out the cute local shops there.
We also considered squeezing in a hike to Kanarra Falls, which is just about 15 minutes away. It’s a really fun slot canyon hike with waterfalls and ladders, but you do need a permit—and it’s best tackled if you have a few hours to spare and don’t mind getting a little wet!
Overall, even with just a quick overnight stay, The Orchards at Kolob RV Resort made a great impression. It’s a peaceful, convenient base for exploring Zion's quieter side, with easy access to Cedar City and adventure spots like Kanarra Falls. We'd definitely stay here again if we're passing through the area!
