Shaded by tall ponderosa pines, Mather Campground is the South Rim’s year‑round tent and RV campground, placing you within walking distance of shuttle stops, trails, and Grand Canyon Village (≈1 mile).
Great location within walking distance to South Rim and visitor center. There are some paved biking/walking greenway paths to the grocery store, post office, and rim.Camping staff was very nice and helpful. They occasionally drive around in a golf/utility cart if anything is needed. We even saw them help some neighbors camping get a new battery for their car.Plenty of spaces available, even 10 spots for first come, first served.Bathrooms were clean and there was a sink for washing dishes.
Mather campground is nicely laid out. Campsites are not crowded, there are trees and your usual fire ring and picnic table. Our site 015 Aspen loop was nice but the picnic table was never in the shade. The bathrooms at Aspen Loop were not very clean. The laundry service at the end of the road was very convenient, the small store had ice, drinks and a few other items so you didn’t have to go to the market further away. The showers are coin showers 2.50 for 5 minutes. They need refreshed and better cleaning. All in all I recommend, just better bathroom cleaning and more frequent would make it a more pleasant experience. But just a short walk or drive and you can’t beat the view!
Although it was only 1 night, we had a wonderful time at Mather. Site 80 was a large site with plenty of space and privacy, surrounded by beautiful pines. Had a picnic table and campfire ring with attached BBQ. And the best part was being so close to all the major points of the Grand Canyon! The host was kind enough to let me know it was the week of the "star party" which turned out to be our favorite part of the visit!!
Very nice campsite to stay at for visiting the grand canyon (south rim).The free pendelbus service to the grand canyon is right next to the campsite office. The toilets are clean. Its very quiet. It was amazing to see the elk cows walk trough the campsite and right next to our RV. Don't leave your garbage outside because the crows will tear it apart. Showers are available at a low cost (bring quarters!)
We stayed during the fires in the north rim 2025. There were no fires allowed, but you could use propane grills, which wasn’t listed on the website.The showers were not working due to the water shortage which was not listed on their website page. The camp ground was very convenient to the South Rim. Shuttle bus was great , hop off and on every 10-15 mins. Grounds are very clean, bathrooms clean. Very quite. Saw elk walking through camp ground several days. Nighttime so many stars too see! Thank you Camp Mathers
Shaded by tall ponderosa pines, Mather Campground is the South Rim’s year‑round tent and RV campground, placing you within walking distance of shuttle stops, trails, and Grand Canyon Village (≈1 mile).
Opened in the 1960s and named for first NPS director Stephen T. Mather, the campground contains 327 reservable sites plus a small horse camp. Sites accommodate tents or RVs up to 30 ft (no hookups). Water spigots, picnic tables, fire rings, and food‑storage lockers are provided. Camper Services—located at the campground entrance—offers coin showers, laundry, and a free dump station. Reservations are required March 1 – Nov 30 and can be made up to six months in advance on Recreation.gov. December–February operates first‑come, first‑served, giving winter visitors a quiet, snowy experience on the South Rim.
Enter via South Entrance Station (AZ‑64); follow signs 3 mi/5 km to Mather Campground. Village (Blue) and Kaibab Rim (Orange) routes stop at the campground. Grand Canyon Railway arrives in Grand Canyon Village; walk or shuttle (≈1 mi). Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) 80 mi south; rental car or Groome shuttle to park.
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National Park Service – “Mather Campground (South Rim)” https://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/mather-campground-south-rim.htmRecreation.gov – “Mather Campground, Grand Canyon National Park” https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232490Google Maps – “Mather Campground” https://maps.app.goo.gl/9AGM2NNEWijfvhAp6The Dyrt – “Mather Campground Reviews & Tips” https://thedyrt.com/camping/arizona/arizona-mather-campground
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