Best Cabin Camping near Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona

Escape into nature and disconnect from your daily life with cabin camping near Grand Canyon National Park. Cabin camping is an adventurous and unique way to experience the city. The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect cabin rental near Grand Canyon National Park.

Best Cabin Sites Near Grand Canyon National Park, AZ (7)

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    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    1. Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

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    Grand Canyon, Arizona

    The area is characterized by the river delta where Bright Angel Creek meets the Colorado River. There is a ranger station, emergency phone, pay phones, year-round potable water, and toilets. To reach this campground you can travel the South Kaibab Trail (and cross the black bridge) or the Bright Angel Trail (and cross the silver bridge) from the South Rim, or travel the North Kaibab Trail from the North Rim. Cottonwood trees shade Bright Angel Campground and the creek is a wonderful place to cool off. Deer, ringtail cats, gray foxes, and squirrels are often seen. Popular activities include relaxing, wading in Bright Angel Creek, stargazing, fishing (license required), and day hiking. Day hike destinations include the River Trail and Phantom Overlook. Seasonal ranger programs are offered. Snack items and meals are available for purchase at Phantom Ranch Lodge (meals must be reserved in advance 303-297-2757).

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
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    Camper-submitted photo from Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park
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    2. Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

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    Grand Canyon, Arizona

    Phantom Ranch is a historic oasis nestled at the bottom of Grand Canyon. It is on the north side of the Colorado River tucked in beside Bright Angel Creek. Make sure to put in your Phantom Ranch reservations, as its the only lodging below the canyon rim, and can only be reached by mule, on foot or by rafting the Colorado River.

    The rustic cabins and main lodge are built of wood and native stone blending with the natural beauty of the setting.

    Our cabins and dorms do not have phones or televisions, but a pay phone is available at Phantom Ranch (credit card or phone card ONLY).

    The Phantom Ranch Canteen serves breakfast and dinner, which must be reserved in advance. If you have special dietary needs, such as glucose intolerance or food allergies, please advise the reservation agent at the time of booking. Phantom Ranch will do their best to accommodate all special requests.

    You must hike out your own trash.

    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins
    • Tent Cabin
    • Glamping

    $52 - $253 / night

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    3. Hull Cabin

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    Grand Canyon, Arizona

    Overview

    Located just steps away from the world-famous Grand Canyon National Park, Hull Cabin is the oldest historic structure in the area. It provides a variety of amenities, as well as access to multiple recreational activities within the Tusayan Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest. Visitors enjoy miles of trails, fishing at the nearby tanks, sightseeing and viewing the region's abundant wildlife.The cabin can be accessed by vehicle. A portion of the roadway is graded gravel, requiring slower speeds. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.

    Recreation

    With miles upon miles of national forest and park lands to explore, visitors have no shortage of outdoor activities from which to choose. Hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking are available on an 800-mile segment of the Arizona Trail, as well as within Grand Canyon National Park. Fishing can usually be accessed at nearby Russell Tank during an average or high water season. The small Hull Tank, located near the cabin, is a prime watering hole for wildlife such as elk, mule deer, wild turkey, javelina and numerous birds and raptors. Lucky visitors may even have the chance to spot an endangered California condor.

    Natural Features

    The cabin sits in a secluded meadow surrounded by a stand of old growth ponderosa pine trees, at an elevation of 6,500 feet. The location provides easy access to Grandview Lookout Tower, which offers 360-degree views of the canyon and surrounding forest. The building originated as a one-room homestead, constructed by the Hull family in the late 1880s with hand-hewn logs. It was acquired by the U.S. Forest Service in 1907 for use as a ranger station. In 1985, the cabin was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Summer temperatures on the South Rim are relatively pleasant, but weather can be unpredictable. Visitors should come prepared for changeable mountain weather, cold nights, thunderstorms or even snow.

    Nearby Attractions

    Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim is a must-see for visitors and is located just a mile away. The South Rim is the most accessible part of the park and is open all year. The nearby town of Tusayan also offers restaurants, hotels, gift shops, a general store and various tours.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Cabins
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets

    $140 / night

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    4. Big Springs Cabin Site

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    5 Saves
    Jacob Lake, Arizona

    Overview

    Big Springs Administrative Center is on the National Register of Historic Places and has been used by homesteaders, and later the Forest Service, since the 1800s. The complex consists of an historic office, dining hall, shower house, group kitchen, seven residential units, and several administrative structures (Closed to the Public).

    Recreation

    Big Springs Cabins Site is located on Forest Road 22, which provides easy access to scenic overlooks of the Grand Canyon and other points of interest on the forest. The site is a perfect base camp for day hikes on the Kaibab Plateau, or for group retreats in the cool pines.

    Natural Features

    The most abundant water source on the Kaibab Plateau runs down a limestone cliff and pools near these cabins. The area is a working Forest Service administrative site, but the cabins are located discretely at the far end of the site. Nestled among lush vegetation and several ponds, the area is surrounded by ponderosa pine and rolling hills.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Big Springs Cabins Site is located approximately 30 minutes from the Fredonia, AZ/Kanab, UT area and is within a one-hour drive of several scenic overlooks on the north rim of the Grand Canyon

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (928) 643-7395.

    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • Cabins
    • Trash
    • WiFi

    $65 / night

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    5. Grand Canyon Tiny Home Rentals

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    Kaibab National Forest, Arizona

    Grand Canyon Tiny Homes at Sage Valley Mobile home park are brand new 2021 Tiny Homes located only 19 miles (15 to 20 minutes) from the Grand Canyon South Rim Entrance and it's one of the best Glamping spots near Grand Canyon park.

    This home can accommodate maximum 8 guests.

    It is situated inside a very peaceful and quiet mobile park (Sage Valley Mobile Home Park).

    You will have a free designated parking right front of your tiny home.

    We are about one block inside from HWY 64 so that you can enjoy scenery in the daytime and start gazing at night. You will also enjoy watching wildlife and San Francisco peaks.

    The distinctive beauty, luxury, and location of this tiny home set it apart from the rest.

    • Your home away from home lends itself to a relaxing, fun vacation 20 minutes from the Grand Canyon Entrance.

    • Everyone can relax and enjoy in this brand new 400 sqft tiny home build in 2021 which sleeps 8 for true hospitality. In addition to a large loft with two twin beds, the home has 2 cozy bedrooms with queen beds, 1 pull out sofa bed(queen), 1 spacious bathroom with luxurious shower, large kitchen, and a living room.

    • Sleeping Arrangements:

    2 Queen Beds (Bedrooms) Or 1 Queen bed and 1 bunk-bed room

    1 Queen/Sofa bed in living room

    2 Twin beds in loft.

    • We’ve custom designed this fabulous tiny home to be the ultimate dream vacation home for both kids and adults.

    • Kids (also some adults!) will love the large loft and the expansive outdoor area.

    • Our tiny home is full of grand amenities – featuring three 4K smart TVs. The indoor dining table and other sitting places can comfortably seat 8 guests. The custom kitchen with granite countertops is fully equipped with high-end stainless-steel appliances and we provide basic cooking pots and pans. ***We DO NOT provide condiments like oil, salt and peppers etc. Guests are welcome to bring their own condiments for their cooking needs.*** All bedroom features brand name mattresses and quality linens.

    • We have Oven. ***We DO NOT provide baking sheets due to cleaning issues. Guest are welcome to bring their own disposable baking sheets for their baking needs.***

    • Guests can lounge outdoor on the deck to enjoy the view of the Arizona’s calm desert.

    • We provide high speed internet for you so you can work and stream entertainment.

    • We do not have washer and dryers!

    • We do have Keurig coffee machine. However, we do not carry K-cups and sugar/creamer and guest are required to bring their on coffee/creamer.

    • Guests need to bring their own napkins and paper towels.

    • We supply one set of shampoo/body wash/hand soap per stay, guests are welcome to bring your own Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash/Lotion if you will need more than what we provide.

    • Bringing dry/perishable foods and drinking water bottles are suggested. Nearest gas station is around 6 miles north.

    Each house will have 2 parking spots in-front of their beautiful Tiny Home.

    Located in quite, peaceful and scenic neighborhood.

    Each tiny homes has exclusive/dedicated 2 free car parking. This mobile park is located at mile 219 on freeway 64 in Sage Valley Mobile Home Park.

    From highway 64, take exit of woodland ranch road and go for about one mile and park is located on left side. This road is unpaved road. Using GPS while driving to this place is highly recommended.

    There are gas stations and restaurants available 5 miles south near junction of highway 64 and highway 180.

    Even though we have address of Williams, We are 37 Miles north of Williams and only 19 miles away from entrance of Grand Canyon South Rim.

    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Cabins
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $249 - $500 / night

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    7. Jumpup Cabin

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    Jacob Lake, Arizona

    Overview

    Since the 1900s, Jumpup cabin has been used by ranchers as well as the Forest Service, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The site consists of a historic two-room cabin, shed and composting toilet.

    Recreation

    Jumpup cabin is located at the trailhead for the Ranger trail, a 17-mile wilderness trail that winds through Kanab Creek. Hiking this area is very popular in the spring and fall months, but is discouraged during the hottest summer months. Water is scarce and some route-finding is required.

    Natural Features

    With a panoramic view of Kanab Creek Wilderness, the cabin sits on the edge of Jumpup canyon. From the front door you take in a wide open expanse of red rock descending into canyon walls below, lined with juniper, pinyon, yuccas, sage and cliffrose. With an elevation of 5,500 feet and a predominantly southern exposure, this site is hotter and drier than many other areas in the forest. There is no water at the cabin site, but a short .25-mile hike down the Ranger trail will take you to Lower Jumpup spring, a perennial spring configured to a holding tank.

    Nearby Attractions

    Located 2 hours from the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, 2.5 hours from Zion National Park, and 2 hours from the scenic gateway community of Kanab, Utah, the Kaibab National Forest is situated ideally for traveling throughout the grand circle.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (928) 643-7395.

    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Cabins
    • Picnic Table

    $60 / night


Recent Cabin Reviews in Grand Canyon National Park

32 Reviews of 7 Grand Canyon National Park Campgrounds


  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Grand Canyon Tiny Home Rentals
    Oct. 2, 2023

    Grand Canyon Tiny Home Rentals

    Same cost as a hotel but way better feeling

    Feel like your camping while you're actually not when you stay here! I visit the Grand Canyon every year with my old work buddies from Winnipeg and it was the first time we had a decent budget to rent more than a tent site last year. Lo and behold we stayed at this tiny home rental, which is safe to call a cabin, and we were so pleased we'll definitely do it again next year.

  • Troy C.
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    Sep. 13, 2021

    Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

    At the bottom of the Grand Canyon

    I stayed here in May on memorial day weekend.  It was extremely hot at the rim of the Grand canyon and cooler here.  The campground has two bunkhouses - one for men and one for women.  And I believe there are a couple of cabins available too.  They book up very quickly.  The campground has a store with food and basic items and you can reserve a meal in advance as well.

  • l
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    Jun. 8, 2021

    Grand Canyon Camping

    Do not book through Tentrr

    This description on Tenterhooks states there are showers, toilets,,, many amenities you find at the Bedrock City Campsite off the highway and not through ANY type of rough terrain. Falsely advertised? Set up? Unsure... DO KNOW ALL AMENITIES ARE FALSE. Just a plot of land. I say this for newcomers to the DYRT.

  • Brittney  C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grand Canyon Camping
    May. 27, 2021

    Grand Canyon Camping

    What’s better than being so close

    The great outdoors is always full of enjoyment. Get out and explore is the best thing for the soul. Bring your tent and set up shop. Spend a day in the town for the train or eat at the little cafe. Spend the day exploring the canyon inside looking above or from the top looking down. I recommend getting a travel bus day tour and lunch is included and you literally get to go around half of the canyon and see how this beauty shines

  • Dennis A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    A little work to get here!!!!!

    What a phenomenal place to camp.  After a long hike have an awesome place like this to stay is amazing.  To camp here requires a long days hiking and the anticipation of an even longer day getting out.  Camping along bright Angel creek is absolutely the most amazing place ever.  Any other campers that you would associate with at this place have also put in a long day and are always fantastic neighbors.  You must swing into the Phantom Ranch Store to grab a cold lemonade and enjoy the company of the guests at the ranch.  The daily Ranger talks are interesting and informational.  Plan early and reserve a campsite at Bright Angel Camp.

  • Shelagh R.
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    Feb. 3, 2021

    Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    Comfortable and beautiful

    If anyone is hoping for a secluded backcountry experience, they will be disappointed with Bright Angel Campground. However, everyone else should be pretty happy with this beautiful place.

    We went in December and the leaves were all yellow, making the creek especially pretty. For those used to roughing it, the running water may not be a huge deal but it's pretty nice to have that luxury after a long day of hiking through the canyon. Plus, if you forget any supplies/food you can just run over to Phantom Ranch and purchase them. 

    Of course, the hiking experience is the main draw of this place. I don't think anyone is making this trip just for the opportunity to stay here, but Bright Angel Campground certainly doesn't take away from the overall experience. From the South Kaibab Trail, it doesn't take long to get here, we made it down in just over 3 hours. From there you can just take the day to relax and soak in the beauty or go off on a side hike.

    Sites are fairly close together, but we didn't find that to be much of a problem. I do wish our fellow campers were more respectful of the red light rule, but noise was not a problem. The numerous deer that just hang out all around you made more noise than the campers, and that was just fine by me.

  • Overland Pioneer ⛺.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grand Canyon Under Canvas
    Aug. 17, 2020

    Grand Canyon Under Canvas

    Close to all the action.

    It’s in the middle of William and surrounded by trees. Only 30 minutes from the Grand Canyon. Very beautiful and it’s a perfect place to walk to Williams at night. The town is alive at night.

  • M
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    Jun. 26, 2020

    Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

    Unfair cancellation

    After years of trying to get a Phantom Ranch reservation, I was thrilled to finally secure a spot for myself and my husband in October, 2020. However, I was just notified that my reservation was arbitrarily cancelled because of maintenance. I understand that repairs periodically need to be made, but I have no recourse. My reservation, even though it was very difficult to get, can not be moved to a different date. All that time I spent securing the reservation, all the plans I made to travel to Arizona, don’t count. If I ever want to visit Phantom Ranch, I have to start all over again. Incredibly unfair and disappointing. If you get a reservation, don’t get too excited or make expensive plans to visit. It can be taken away with no compensation. So incredibly unfair.

  • FREDRICK C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jul. 31, 2019

    Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

    Phantom Ranch, Grand Canyon

    like the previous reviewers, you need to have reservations to stay at the ranch. i looked for a reservation, they were full, put my name on the lottery list, and got a spot the next day. Super lucky we were. Hike down not bad, about 4 hrs down, and hike up not too bad about 4 1/2 hours. Its was 123 when we arrived at the ranch before 10. we left south rim at 530. we soaked in the stream alongside the ranch which was a much needed cool down. food was good, the mess hall was filled with hikers from all over the world. dorm rooms were cooled by a swamp cooler. bunks were clean, showers were cold, and bunkmates were full of info and funny stories.

  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park
    Apr. 24, 2019

    Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

    No easy feat to get a reservation, but persistence pays off!

    If you win the lottery, this is the place to stay!

    Let me clarify. This place is amazing, but the only way to get here it by winning a random lottery for a room (link is HERE). It's such a popular location (for incredibly good reason), that you have to enter a lottery, pick some dates, and cross your fingers. All 3 adults in our group entered, and one of us was picked. Hip hip hooray!

    It's located on Bright Angel Creek, just a little bit from the Colorado River. In order to get to Phantom Ranch, you have to be insane enough to want to travel down inside the earth about a mile (most people call this the Grand Canyon), in the sun, covered in red dirt, with your backpack, and enough salty snacks and water to feed an elephant (or you can rent a ride on the mules) That said, if you have the drive and insanity and muscles to get you there, the reward is awesome lemonade, night time ranger talks, conversations with mules (because you might just be that tired at the end of the night), unbelievable experiences meeting other fellow hikers, and delicious comfort food.

    Okay, now you can't possibly expect the Ritz when you get here. It's not about that. It's not even close, but it's 5 star in a totally different way. Keep in mind, that this Ranch has been here since the early 1920's. And supplies were either local to the area at the bottom, or brought by mule. So it's not fancy.

    What to expect: There are a few ways to stay at Phantom Ranch. First are dorms. There are about 10 bunks per dorm, and it's women and men. Women in one, men in the other. Each dorm has a toilet with a door (modern plumbing) and a shower with hot water. There is also a sink. Each person claims a bunk and that's theirs for their stay. The other way is to rent a cabin. More expensive, but more private. If you rent the cabin, you and yours are the only ones sharing it. Because it's "out of the way", not all the modern conveniences work all the time. So expect it to be a little rustic, but it's all part of the experience. The cabins and dorms have air and heat, so it's a more comfortable experience than camping in a tent.

    There is potable water scattered around, a few composting toilets if you are away from your cabin, picnic tables, two outdoor amphitheaters (normally a daytime ranger program at one, and a night program at the other). Inside the canteen you can purchase drinks (alcoholic and non), hiking essentials (toothbrush, sunscreen, salve, etc) and a selection of souvenirs. They even have a little library of books to read, and games that you can borrow and play.

    There are some meals available, but you need to order them in advance (or check with them each day to see if they have enough for you to order it). The two evening meals are beef stew and steak. Not cheap, but so worth it! They come with fixings like cornbread, veggies and such, and always dessert. You can also order a veggie option. Breakfast is family style (as is dinner) and was pancakes, bacon, eggs etc when we were there. Coffee and juice too. There aren't many options, but think about it...all the groceries have to be delivered by mule. Make sense? Breakfast is offered at 2 different times (your choice) so you can get hiking early, if you want. Dinner is at different times, too, depending on what you order.

    While you are there, you can buy a postcard and have it mailed from the Ranch, by mule! Cool little way to tell your loved ones "look what I did!".

    So much to say about this "little piece of wonderful"! You really just have to see it for yourself!

    NOTE: please read up on traveling to the bottom of the canyon before you go. Make wise choices about what time of year you want to travel. It was April when we went, and although it was about 50 degrees at the South Rim, it was close to 90 degrees at the bottom. In the summer, they said it can get to about 120 degrees in the shade. So please plan accordingly for snacks, water, travel, clothing choices and temperature

  • Amy G.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
    Apr. 22, 2019

    Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    Hard to reach, and you have to have a permit, but amazing!

    We didn't have the pleasure of staying at Bright Angel Campground, because we had bunks a Phantom Ranch, but what an amazing place to stay! At the bottom of the canyon, how many people get to say they've been there?

    It's hard to get there, since you have to hike over a mile down into the earth to find it, but if you've reserved your spot in advance, it's an amazing opportunity! You MUST have a permit to stay at this campground, and it takes months to get one, so please plan in advance.

    You can not hike down and get a spot at the campground. You have to have a permit.

    Cost: $10 for the permit and $8 per person with 30 sites for small groups (1 to 2 tents) and 2 spots for larger groups (up to 7 tents, I think)

    Once you have a permit, and arrive at the campground, it is first come first serve to pick a spot.

    The sites aren't terribly private, but they are incredibly unique. Each features a spot on the water, or just across the trail from the water, and it's on the Bright Angel Creek, just a half mile from the Little Colorado River. Each site also had a lock box (like a cooler with latches) for food to keep it from the ravenous, and none to shy, squirrels, as well as a metal "T" post for hanging your packs and shoes. NOTE: Keep your packs UNZIPPED so that the squirrels don't chew holes into them, if they manage to pull circus stunts and find them on the poles. The cool part? Those poles are part of the old telephone line/system in the canyon! Great little piece of history being repurposed!

    I assume that everyone at the bottom has the stamina and gumption to get there, so they respect everyone else that did too. And those that were crazy enough to try, without athletic ability, have a newfound insane appreciation for what it takes to do it at all, and respects everyone even more, so privacy at the campsites isn't an issue. It's a privilege to be there at all.

    There are bathrooms, potable water, emergency phone, boat beach for soaking tired feet in icy water, ranger station and lots of good company. I highly recommend it, if you are just crazy enough to try. You won't regret the memories!

  • J
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    Sep. 6, 2018

    Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    Awesome Location

    It takes some work to get here (aka hike to the bottom of the Grand Canyon) but it is worth it! Nice campground, sites are a little small but they have a picnic table, food box and a place to hang your pack/boots. It also had running water and a bathroom with full plumbing.

    Great place to stay and well worth the effort to get there!

  • Mara F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
    Sep. 2, 2018

    Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    Packed! But worth it!

    We stayed here after a day of hiking down from the rim. Be sure to have your permit! We can in February because that was the easiest month to get a permit.

    The sites are close together, but each one has a rack to hang your packs from, ammo cases to store your food away from ground squirrels, and a picnic table. The squirrels are serious business here. There was a crew cutting back trees the in the morning and we watched a squirrel chow down on one of the worker's breakfast.

    The campsites have bathrooms WITH FLUSH TOILETS AND RUNNING WATER! I was floored to be at a "back country" site with those amenities. I guess I shouldn't have been surprised though, Phantom Ranch is just a few feet away and has running water and even vends beer and wine. Of course we had to go and try a Bright Angel IPA since we were hiking its namesake.

  • Crystal C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park
    Aug. 1, 2018

    Bright Angel Campground — Grand Canyon National Park

    If you get here you earned it!!

    There are so many inspiring view points at the Grand Canyon and many hikes you can choose to take on, but not many are brave enough to really hike down into the gorge of one of the most infamous landmarks in the world.

    I stayed up top two different times, it is just way more convenient than going to the bottom with all my gear. And while it does have its benefits, you can't even compare the feeling of hiking into your site and finding something so amazing. It is like apples and oranges.

    But this camping experience takes some planning, you have to have a permit to make it. While you can go down the trail itself for a ways and it is just fine, taking on the trail all the way to the bottom does require this permit for stay. Don't think of it as an issue, think of it as a safety precaution which helps them know who is making this long travel.

    it is a completely different world at the bottom than the top. No longer are you looking at the Colorado River from what appears to be a million miles away, instead you see it in all its majesty. It no longer looks like a blue/green marble instead it is a force of nature to be seen with massive rapids.

    What is great about getting to the bottom is once you arrive you have amenities again like water and warm restrooms. Picnic tables and fire rings are scattered just like the campgrounds up top. And if you are one of those people who choose to move forward even further they do have even more hiking you can do through the valley.

    It is pretty spectacular.

    There are a few things I noticed about the site that weren't ideal. It is first come first serve so if you start your hike a bit later in the morning you might not have a space available. I didn't see that anyone had that issue but I can only imagine during busy months it could become a problem.

    Also, since you have to pack in all your things I would suggest packing a bed pad of some sort, a lot of jagged feeling rocks and in areas that are more clear it is very hard packed so can be a little tough.

    Everyone here seemed very cool, I mean they all had basically the same mission in mind so can't beat that!!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Big Springs Cabin Site
    Jul. 24, 2018

    Big Springs Cabin Site

    Good deal for families, solo travelers, and couples

    The area is located between Zion and Grand Canyon North Rim. If coming from Fredonia (basically from Zion) you have about 6 miles of gravel road, but have 23 miles of gravel road between it and the North Rim. It’s not the smoothest gravel road I have been on, but I made it there going slowly in a sedan. I’d recommend a truck or SUV for the 23 mile gravel drive if possible.

    you have to bring your own sheets and bathrooms and kitchen are in a shared area. A beautiful and peaceful place though!

  • Courtney C.
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    Jul. 3, 2018

    Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

    Bottom of the Canyon

    Hiked from Bright Angel Trailhead to Phantom Ranch in one day. After Indian Gardens Campground trail has a couple of areas that are less obvious of direction but overall is easy to follow to campground. Campground requires a permit from NPS, and typically needs to be reserved about 6 months in advance. There are fees required for permit. A permit can be difficult to obtain. There are many camp sites with some close to the river and some away. Campsites are overall smooth and free of rocks, and maintained. All campsites have 2 ammo boxes to hold food, a picnic table, a small concrete square for cookstove, and a stand to hold packs off the ground.The squirrels are bold and will go after ANY food left out. It is necessary to remove all food and plastic bags from packs and put in ammo boxes. Most sites have trees for shade. There are bathrooms with toilets, sinks, and running water. A sink to lightly wash dishes, and water to fill up water bladders and bottles. There is a Cantina a short walk across the bridge with pricey food that requires reservations, drinks for purchase, some necessities, souvenirs, and books and boardgames to use at the Cantina. Staff is helpful and friendly. There is a special Junior Ranger program specific to Phantom Ranch. Mules can be ridden down from the top, and there are cabins and dormitories that you can stay in with a reservation. There are two rivers nearby the campsites and a few small hikes nearby.

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    Feb. 22, 2018

    Phantom Ranch — Grand Canyon National Park

    Incredible, Rustic Place to Stay at the Bottom of the Grand Canyon

    We spent 2 nights down in Phantom Ranch at the beginning of Feb. I had never hiked the Grand Canyon before and didn't know what to expect. We hiked from the south rim down Kaibab and were really lucky to have amazing weather. It was pretty amazing to hike for hours and then end up at this tiny community (Phantom Ranch) down at the bottom of the Canyon. Phantom Ranch consists of several small buildings, including a canteen which serves as a store, mess hall, and from 8-10pm, bar. There are also small cabins you can rent but we stayed in one of the shared bunk houses with 10 beds, toilet, shower and sink. You will have a set meal time for breakfast and dinner (no lunch) and it is family style dining. Breakfast is at 5:30a.m. or 7:00a.m. and dinner also has 2 seatings, I think at 5:30 and 6:30. You have to have all of these meals reserved in advance. It was super fun to get to know fellow hikers and share a meal of stew and chocolate cake (which I guess is the standard meal there) and then play games and drink beer for a few hours. We were lucky enough to be there during a full moon so one night we walked about 10 minutes down the path to get to a sandy beach right on the Colorado River - didn't even need our headlamps because the moon was so bright. During our day down at Phantom Ranch we lounged around the picnic tables in front of the canteen, reading, and also hiked up to a ridge that overlooked the Colorado and part of the Kaibab trail that we had hiked down the day before.

    There is plenty of potable water at Phantom Ranch so you can fill up your water bottles before you start your hike out. You also need to carry your trash back out with you. Trash from things you buy at Phantom Ranch can be left there.

    We hiked out via Bright Angel trail which I loved! not as steep as Kaibab with beautiful turns and beautiful pockets.



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