Beautiful place
Trip Snapshot
Best Time to Visit
09:00-11:00 for shorter lines; May–Oct offers the widest stock.
Open
YEAR-ROUND 09:00-17:00
Price Range
$–$$
Parking
Free parking at Desert View Campground lot (≈200 ft/60 m)
Ideal For
Groceries & convenience items, deli counter (hot & cold sandwiches), ice cream & cold beverages, firewood for sale, ice bags, camping & outdoor supplies, souvenirs / books, bottle-filling station & potable water, picnic tables, wheelchair-accessible entrance and checkout
Why Visit Desert View Camp Store
Small but well-stocked market and deli supplying groceries, grab-and-go meals, camping basics, firewood, ice, and souvenirs for campers and day-trippers at Desert View.
Highlights
Fresh-made sandwiches, coffee, and ice-cream novelties.
Camping essentials—firewood, ice, propane canisters, and basic gear.
Bottle-filling station and picnic tables right outside for a quick rest.
Description
Operated by Delaware North, the Desert View Camp Store is the only grocery outlet at Grand Canyon’s East Entrance. Inside you’ll find shelves of snacks, produce, dairy, and canned goods plus a small deli that prepares hot and cold sandwiches daily. A souvenir corner stocks T-shirts, mugs, and guidebooks, while the outdoor gear rack carries fuel canisters, lantern mantles, and other campsite must-haves. Firewood, ice, and potable water are available outside the entrance, making the store a convenient one-stop before settling into Desert View Campground or continuing along Desert View Drive.
Features
Groceries & convenience items
Deli counter (hot & cold sandwiches)
Ice cream & cold beverages
Firewood for sale
Ice bags
Camping & outdoor supplies
Souvenirs / books
Bottle-filling station & potable water
Picnic tables
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and checkout
Getting There
By car: From Grand Canyon Village, drive 25 mi/40 km east on AZ-64 (Desert View Drive); the store is on the left just past the campground entrance.
Insider Tips
Local advice to help you make the most of your visit.
01Good to know
Stock up here before you pitch your tent, head to the Watchtower, or drive the 25 mi/40 km back to Grand Canyon Village
there are no other markets east of here inside the park.
Want the perfect day plan?Checkout our planning guides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I refill large propane tanks here?
No, only small camping canisters are sold; 20-lb exchanges are available in Grand Canyon Village (23 mi west).
Does the store sell ice and firewood for the campground?
Yes—both are stocked daily just outside the entrance.
