Our South Rim campground is open year-round. We are located in Tusayan, Arizona, one mile south of the park entrance, on Highway 64. The Imax Theater, the General Store, restaurants, and shopping venues are all within walking distance.  We offer RV sites with either 50 or 30 amp full hook ups.  Tent camping sites are available without hook ups,  with direct access to hiking on the Arizona Trail.    Our amenities include coin operated laundry and restroom/shower facilities.

Grand Canyon Camper Village

Every spot is a nice size and has plenty of room. Close to getting on the shuttle, food and beer! During the fall, the elk are loud at night, but it added to the experience. Bathrooms were always clean. Make sure to take your hammock down when you're not using it.

Every spot is huge!

South of the park about 7 miles is Camper Village which had plenty of spots. It had hookups on gravel sites. Restrooms and showers were coin pay operated which was definitely a turn-off. At night around midnight, a neighboring Mexican bar, started what sounded like karaoke. This lasted most of the night so we didn't get much sleep.
We asked to be moved to the other side of the RV park and informed them about the loud music. We were tired but had planned to hike into the canyon that day. Carrying two backpacks of water, snacks and other miscellaneous supplies, we started down the crude hiking trail that only was 3 miles roundtrip. Going down, it was hot and our packs were heavy but it wasn't so bad. The path was a little slippery due to loose soil and the steep grade. We passed Ooh Ahh Point (.9 miles) and headed around Windy Ridge then had to move aside for a tour group on donkeys. One donkey stepped right on the edge and we were afraid it would fall over the side of the steep cliff. Finally we made it to Cedar Ridge (1.5 miles) and sat down for some PB&J sandwiches. A begging squirrel quickly approached for a handout.  Two female rangers were there to check on hikers and make sure everyone had food and water. One warned us that two storms were approaching from opposite directions and it would be wise to head back up soon. The trip back up was very rough with little shelter from the sun until we got closer to the top. Jason Jr. and SamBob pulled away from us several times and it seemed that they could keep going all day. I had to hold Wesley's hand to make sure he kept away from the edge or didn't slip on the loose gravel path. Big Jason ended up carrying both backpacks to the top since I was so exhausted. A slow, steady pace and lots of water breaks helped us finish the hike. Once at the top, we all were relieved and proud of this accomplishment.
Our new campsite didn't have working electricity so we decided to leave that night and drive a few hours towards our next destination.
They actually issued us a refund due to our bad stay there.
I would recommend staying within the park for a close-up, genuine grand canyon experience.




Bare bones camping close to Grand Canyon (South)

Definitely not a very nice place to stay.

We had an RV on our family trip into the Grand Canyon and we decided to spend the night here on our way in. This place is pretty gross - the toilets are nasty and the showers didn't work.

We would've been better off staying at Mather (which we did on a subsequent trip) if we had booked in advance we would've read the reviews and done a little research!

No shade for the actual campsites either. SEe photo

Yuck

I mean, how could it be bad?! Easy to find, obviously SO much to do. We spent three nights there with our pooch, but we could have spent longer. It was the perfect stop on our southwest road trip. A lot of people, but that is to be expected. Views are unreal. Very humbling to see such a natural beauty.

Beautiful, as expected. 

We were not impressed. After staying in the Grand Canyon at mather, we were high on the beauty of the park. On the way out we decided to stay at this place. While there all the amenities, it just wasn't what we were looking for. No shade at all at the campsites.

The grand canyon is still right there though. So you still have your hiking, biking, rafting and everything else special about the grand canyon.

Cheers!

Not to impressed after staying in mather inside grand canyon.

This  campsite is very close to the bus line that travels into the National Park. It is also right behind a couple of restaurants as well as a general store that has tourist gifts along with essentials.  The site was quiet, staff was knowledgeable and friendly and the other campers were respectful of others.  the only down side I found was there were no trees for shade and privacy.  

Quiet, close, convenient 

This was near the Grand Canyon, which is why we chose it. Full hookups, no shade in our spot but it’s cooler in this area so it wasn’t too hot. Campfire pits were available and made our stay so much better! Stores and restaurants are nearby. We bought some groceries and made dinner. We did feel the grocery store was expensive so I suggest getting groceries before you head here.

Near the Grand Canyon

Nice little rest stop on our way through the Grand Canyon. Great scenery and good staff. 

Not bad 

A good base for the Grand Canyon due to it being only a mile from the south rim entrance. They pack the RVs in, sites are right on top of each other. It’s pretty much a really expensive parking lot. Showers cost $2/8min. There was no hot water the first day and we let management know and they gave us a token and fixed it quickly. Our site was full hook up but if you don’t have full hook up they charge for water fill and dump. Laundry was $3 to was and $3 to dry. They do have propane fill. Everything is pretty expensive in the village so I guess you’re paying for convenience.  

Great to experience the Grand Canyon but will most likely not be back. 

Wouldn’t Come for a Long stay

Very conveniently located just outside of the Grand Canyon’s southern rim. Stayed here due to Kaibab Nat. Forest being closed with forest fire. Easy after hours site reservation. Had to wait until the morning to buy shower tokens, but that was okay as they opened at 8am. Had an elk stroll right up to our tent site. Obviously very comfortable with people. 

Very Close to Grand Canyon

Just south of the Grand Canyon National park. It was a breeze to go back and forth between the campground and park. Nice and quiet and the people in the office are nice. We loved eating dinner and watching the elk every evening. 

Location Location Location 

Perfect for exploring the Grand Canyon for a few days. You can walk to the canyon rim or walk to shuttles that will take you anywhere in the park. Grocery store also within walking distance (10 min?). Wildlife wander through camp grounds. Some nearby trails are good for walking the dogs, just keep an eye out for elk.

Great location

Absolutely perfect to get in and out of the Grand Canyon south rim. Only one mile from the entrance. Great small town just outside the campground too. Quant shops, Starbucks, IMAX, airport, and restaurants. We got a full hook up pull through. Hook ups were adequate at best. Showers and restrooms were disgusting, but we did not use them. Absolutely no WiFi, cable or reception. They do rent movies for $1.00, but limited old copies. Site 51 needed a lot of leveling, but had a fire ring. Absolutely loved the elk coming most mornings, and mustangs in evenings. The National forest area behind the park, was good hiking. Trailer Park with some sketchy characters walking around was attached to the campground. Overall for four days it was ok, especially given how close it was to the park!

Close to the south rim with few cons

I grow up in the SD area and never know about Sweetwater Regional Park, I kicked myself for missing out on the years of great camping I missed out on. A jewel in your own back yard.

Shake down 08/22

When I booked my stay the only available sites were non full hookups. Upon arrival I asked if any full hookup sites were available, and there were not for my entire stay. When I pulled in to the assigned spot I saw something that looked quite like a sewer hookup. I jumped out of the truck and sure enough it was. As luck would have it I didn’t bring enough hoses and I bought a poo cart. Anyway the site was a bit un-level, but who cares I had just enough blocks, and we were 1/4 mile from the rim of the Grand Canyon. Wednesday- Friday we experienced perfect weather, and by Saturday after a 9.5 mile hike to Indian Gardens campground the wind was really gusty. Wind, rain, then snow continued until around 6am Sunday, and there was a blanket of snow on everything except the roads. After breakfast and an extended pack up because of the cold we were able to pull out around 2pm and the camp hosts had no issue with a late departure. All in all a fantastic long weekend, and will definitely be back in the spring. Not all info on their website is correct so call Margo in the check in shack for most up to date info. Reserve early, bring a bike, and enjoy.

Perfect in every way 

Let’s start with the pros:  1) 5 mins from the canyon! 2) Electrical hookup. 3) Its not terribly un level 

Cons: 1) Although the daytime temps are well into the 40’s/50’s they don’t allow/ turn on water hookups during the day. I can understand shutting off water during the freezing night temps but during the daytime and well above freezing it would be nice to have the option of filling your tank up instead of hauling water from their one working water spigot. 
2) No dump station that we were aware of
3) Wi-Fi is not great 
4) only one working shower/ restroom on the lot and that was way at the front end and IT WAS FLOODED the first day
5) they stack people in next to each other despite being virtually empty
6) They charge for showers. And the restrooms and showers are NOT a spa experience to say the least. 
Obviously they know a lot of people that book online would want refunds therefore, they don’t allow refunds at all. Not even a 2 day advance notice refund. Considering the price of this campsite, you’re better off dry camping in the National forest. 

If you’re desperate 

No WiFi    Restrooms are filthy in need of a major upgrade. Would not recommend this park. 