Kodachrome Basin State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $10 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- stateparks.utah.gov(435) 679-8562
Official page last checked Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Covering about 3,150 acres, Kodachrome Basin State Park lies in Kane County, about 32 miles southeast of Panguitch.
Things to do include horseback riding, archery, biking, ranger programs, and hiking. Overnight options include 5 camping areas, with RV sites with full hookups and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Hours: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
Visitor Center: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Day-Use Fees: Day-Use Fee — Per vehicle (max. 8 people per vehicle) | $10 |
| Day-Use Fees: Bike/Motorcycle/Pedestrians — Per person | $5 |
| Day-Use Fees: Commercial Groups/Private Vehicles — | $10 |
| Day-Use Fees: Commercial Groups/Private Vehicles — | $3 |
| Day-Use Fees: Utah Resident Seniors (62 and Older) — Per vehicle (max. 8 people per vehicle) (resident) | $5 |
| Max 8 people, 1 vehicle. | $35 |
| Max 8 people, 1 vehicle. | $45 |
| Max 4 people, 1 vehicle. | $35 |
| Max 8 people, 1 vehicle. | $45 |
| Max 6 people, 1 vehicle. | $95 |
| Max 2 people, 1 vehicle. | $75 |
| No 2 camping units allowed per site. | $16 · night |
| Closes Nov 1, reopens Mar 1. | $95 |
| Applies to vehicles 6 through 10 (10 vehicles total max). | $16 |
Official wording
Day-Use Fees: Day-Use Fee — Per vehicle (max. 8 people per vehicle): $10.00 Day-Use Fees: Bike/Motorcycle/Pedestrians — Per person: $5.00 Day-Use Fees: Commercial Groups/Private Vehicles — $10.00 entry fee + $3.00/person (for more than 8 people): Varies Day-Use Fees: Utah Resident Seniors (62 and Older) — Per vehicle (max. 8 people per vehicle): $5.00 Camping Fees: Basin Campground Standard Site — Per night. No hook-ups. Max 8 people, 1 vehicle.: $35.00 Camping Fees: Basin Campground Full Hook-Up Site — Per night. 13 sites available. Max 8 people, 1 vehicle.: $45.00 Camping Fees: Bryce View Campground — Per night. Flush toilet, no hookups. Max 4 people, 1 vehicle.: $35.00 Camping Fees: Arch Campground — Per night. Power and water hookups. Max 8 people, 1 vehicle.: $45.00 Camping Fees: Bunkhouses — Per night. No running water, bring own bedding. Max 6 people, 1 vehicle.: $95.00 Camping Fees: Entrada Santa Fe Hut — Per night. No running water. Max 2 people, 1 vehicle.: $75.00 Camping Fees: Additional Vehicle Fee — Per night. Limit 1 extra vehicle per site. No 2 camping units allowed per site.: $16.00 Group Overnight Camping: Group Site Reservation — Per night. Includes up to 5 vehicles and 35 people. Tent camping only (no RVs/trailers). Closes Nov 1, reopens Mar 1.: $95.00 Group Overnight Camping: Group Site Extra Vehicle — Per vehicle per night. Applies to vehicles 6 through 10 (10 vehicles total max).: $16.00
Utah park passes
- Annual Day-Use Pass (Standard) — $125. Day-use entrance for cardholder + up to 7 guests in one private vehicle, 12 months; Utah residents only; excludes Jordan River OHV SP, This Is The Place Heritage Park and the $2 Antelope Island causeway fee Details
- Senior Annual Pass (65+) — $65. As above, Utah residents 65+ Details
- Veterans with Disabilities Honor Pass — Free. Day-use for qualifying Utah veterans + up to 7 guests in the same vehicle Details
- Digital Day-Use Pass — varies by park. Single-day entry for 1 private vehicle (up to 8 people), valid on the calendar date of purchase Details
From the Utah state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (utahstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 800-322-3770
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording
Park amenities list: Pets on leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basin Campground Standard Site $35.00 Per night. No hook-ups. Max 8 people, 1 vehicle. | — | — | |
| Basin Campground Full Hook-Up Site $45.00 Per night. 13 sites available. Max 8 people, 1 vehicle. | — | Basin Campground Full Hook-Up Site | — |
| Bryce View Campground $35.00 Per night. Flush toilet, no hookups. Max 4 people, 1 vehicle. | — | — | |
| Arch Campground $45.00 Per night. Power and water hookups. Max 8 people, 1 vehicle. | — | — | |
| Entrada Santa Fe Hut $75.00 Per night. No running water. Max 2 people, 1 vehicle. | — | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping
Kodachrome Basin State Park now has 3 great campgrounds to choose from.
Reservations: Can be made up to 16 weeks in advance.
Reserve
Basin Campground
- RV-able standard sites
- 2 First come first serve standard sites
- 1 Reservable double site
- 1 A.D.A Site (call park for reservation)
- Flush toilets and hot showers located in the campground
- Max vehicles: Two (2) per site. Second vehicle must pay a $16/night extra vehicle fee.
- 2 Camping units are NOT allowed per site.
- Basin Campground map
Bryce View Campground
Generator hours: Noon to 4 P.M. ONLY!!
Overview: Bryce View Campground offers just exactly what the name implies. Great views of the pink ledges of Bryce Canyon in the distance and in the forefront, spectacular views of sandpipes and sandstone. This campground offers a great view of the sunset as well.
- Sites: 11 Reservable sites
- Max occupancy per site: 4 persons
- Max unit length: 20 ft
- Location: Gravel road access 1/4 mile past Arch Group Site
- Amenities: Fire rings and tables at each site, vault toilet, water tap. Showers available at Oasis Group Site or Basin Campground
- 2 Camping units are NOT allowed per site
- Bryce View Campground map
Arch View Campground
Overview: The arch campground is located about half a mile from the visitor center down a quarter-mile of paved road on the East side of the park. This campground offers 6 reserve-able water and power sites for smaller RV’s and trailers.
- Sites: 13 Reservable sites
- Max occupancy per site: 8 persons
- Max unit length: 35
- Location: Gravel road access 1/4 mile past visitor center.
- Amenities: Fire rings and tables at each site, vault toilet. Showers available at Oasis Group Site or Basin Campground.
- 2 Camping units are NOT allowed per site.
- Arch Campground map
Group Camping
Oasis Group site: tent only, showers and restrooms next to the site
Bunkhouses
Bunkhouses come equipped with: Bunk beds (twin over queen), futon, table and 3 chairs, heating and air, picnic table and pedestal grill and refrigerator.
- Restroom located in the nearby laundromat.
- Showers are available at the Oasis group site.
- Maximum of 6 people per bunkhouse, 1 vehicle.
- These are camper-style bunkhouses, bring your own bedding.
Santa Fe Hut/Adobe Huts
- Walking distance to pit toilets
- 5 min walk to showers/dishwash station
- Bring your own water
- Fridge and microwave
- Located across the road from Basin Campground
Entrada/Dakota
Fee: $85/Night
Features: 1 queen sized bed, electric fireplace, outside propane firepit and loungers.
From the official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Bunkhouses$95.00 Per night. No running water, bring own bedding. Max 6 people, 1 vehicle.
Things to do
ArcheryHikingBikingCampingHorseback ridingRanger and interpretive programsPicnicking
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
- Laundry
Camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Trail Conditions: All trails are accessible.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Nearest town
- Panguitch — about 32 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 37.5143, -111.9887
- Phone
- (435) 679-8562
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Utah State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 2026; page says updated Sep 22, 2026
- Utah State Parks WordPress REST API, custom post type 'parks', top-level posts with acf.page_type = 'parent' (50 = 46 state parks + 4 State Monuments)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Kodachrome Basin.jpg — Public domain (released by the author), DimiCalifornia
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology