Backcountry Camping
Open All Year
If you wish to camp anywhere in the park, other than in developed campgrounds on the North Rim or the South Rim, you must obtain a permit from the Backcountry Information Center or now you can simply go Online at Recreation.gov.
South Rim Camping
Out-of-Park Camping South Rim
Grand Canyon Camping in Tusayan, just 7 miles South of the Grand Canyon, for RV Camping and more is available at Grand Canyon Camper Village. Camper Village is located just across the street from the Grand Canyon IMAX Visitor Center and behind We Cook Pizza, The General Store, and Buck Wild Hummer Tours. You can call and make reservations today at: 928-638-2887.
Another camping alternative just South of Tusayan is the Forest Service campground called Tusayan-Montane (formerly Ten X) Campground, just 2 miles south of Tusayan in the Kaibab National Forest. You can now book Online with Recreation.gov for this campground.
Dispersed camping is permitted in the National Forest in the Tusayan Ranger District just outside of Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim, however, you must be at least at least 1/4 mile or 0.4 km from the Highway.
South Rim In-Park-Camping
Camping in the park on the South Rim is restricted to established campgrounds. Camping fees are in addition to entrance fees, and are charged per night. Campsite reservations fill up fast; make reservations as far in advance as you can at Recreation.gov.
Desert View Campground, South Rim
Desert View Campground is located 25 miles east of Grand Canyon Village (South Rim) and is open mid-May (weather permitting) though mid-October. Desert View Campground is available online Recreation.gov or by Phone: 877-444-6777. Sites are limited to 6 people, 2 Tents and 2 vehicles per site, or 1 vehicle with one RV/5th Wheel/Trailer. Maximum vehicle length is 30 feet; front bumper to rear bumper. No hookups are available at any of the sites. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring/cooking grill. Restrooms with Flush toilets are available.
Mather Campground, South Rim
Mather Campground is situated in Grand Canyon Village on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. It offers 327 campsites, each featuring a fire ring with a cooking grate, picnic table, parking spot, and room for six people, three tents, and two vehicles. Flush toilets and drinking water are available across the campground. While hookups aren’t provided, a free dump station is accessible. Most RV sites are pull-through, and Pine loop is designated for tents only, prohibiting generators.
Open All Year For Reservations, please book Online at Recreation.gov
Campground Phone: 1-928-638-7888 (This is the Grand Canyon NPS General Number)
Recreation.gov Reservations Phone: 877-444-6777
Trailer Village at Grand Canyon South Rim
Looking for the ultimate Grand Canyon experience without sacrificing comfort? Open all year, the Trailer Village offers the only in-park RV camping with complete hookups, putting you just minutes from one of nature’s greatest wonders!
Premier RV Accommodations:
Full hookups (sewage, water, and electrical)
Both 30-amp and 50-amp connections available
Paved, pull-through sites for easy access
Accommodates vehicles up to 50 feet long
Open all year round
This prime location is operated by Delaware North and allows reservations up to 13 months in advance. For visits during the peak season (May through October), booking a full year ahead is strongly recommended to secure your spot in this sought-after location.
Ready to make the Grand Canyon your temporary backyard? VisitGrandCanyon.com or call 877-404-4614 today to reserve your perfect spot in this spectacular setting!
North Rim Camping
In-Park Camping
Camping in the park on the North Rim is restricted to established campgrounds. Camping fees are in addition to entrance fees, and are charged per night. Campsite reservations fill up fast; make reservations as far in advance as you can.
North Rim Campground
For first-time visitors seeking a more serene Grand Canyon experience, the North Rim Campground offers a perfect wilderness retreat. Open annually from mid-May through mid-October, this hidden gem sits at an impressive 8,200 feet elevation on the less-visited North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona.
While the South Rim draws crowds year-round, the North Rim reveals a different side of this Natural Wonder of the World.
Here, you’ll discover:
- A peaceful, rustic atmosphere with significantly fewer visitors
- Abundant wildlife in their natural habitat
- Exceptional hiking trails with different perspectives of the canyon
- Breathtaking panoramic views that capture the canyon’s grandeur
The higher elevation brings refreshingly cool summer temperatures—a welcome contrast to Arizona’s typical heat—though be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms that roll through regularly during summer months.
Plan your visit during the North Rim’s operating season to experience this tranquil side of the Grand Canyon, where nature’s majesty unfolds at a quieter, more contemplative pace. You can book Online Reservations at Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777.
Out-of-Park North Rim
The Forest Service operates 2 campgrounds: 16 and 45 miles north of the North Rim. Dispersed camping is permitted in the national forest outside the park.
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