Grand Canyon National Park, AZ is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. Grand Canyon National Park is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Grand Canyon National Park camping trip.
"The sites are adequate, Ours was wedged between two other sites at an angle which made it a little tricky to back in but the hosts helped guide us in between other trailers and trees. "
"This private RV campground is a short distance away from the GS campground. 1/4 mile gravel road to access. Nice shady spots in the pine trees."
$25 - $75 / night
"Had a pull through site, 50 Amp service with water. Dump station near the entrance."
"The sites are pull throughs and some back in. Only about 40 sites. There is a general store and a restaurant on the premises. "
"This is a great campground in the Grand Canyon National Park it is close to the village, you can bike and hike fom this location."
"We stayed two nights in Trailer Village RV Park at the Grand Canyon. We made reservations for our site four months ahead. That was necessary as the campground was full when we arrived!"
$6 - $50 / night
"Drive the scenic drive! (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: 4 Price 2024: $ 9 w interagency pass Security: Patrolled Usage during visit: Almost full every day."
"WiFi available at the general store, but it’s usually very busy so not as useful as you might like."
"We couldn't believe how empty it was, super close to the park and met some great people. Our water heater and furnace broke down and few people were willing to help."
"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."
"* Great boondocking campground 5 miles from the entrance of Grand Canyon National Park!"
"Great secluded spots with privacy that are just outside the Grand Canyon National Park. Took a 28’ trailer in with no problems at all. Everything was great."
$30 / night
"Pretty views, but no trails down into the canyon. Ask the host for information for the short Sunrise Tr. It is only a short walk to the Tower. (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)"
"A short trail to the rim of the canyon for gorgeous views. Very nice hosts. Perfectly clean toilets and sinks.
The sites are suited for vehicles up to 30 feet."
$20 - $175 / night
"There is no dump station either. You have to travel a good 10 miles into Grand Canyon National Park to dump your load.
The sites are gravel, and they have a mix of pull through and back in sites."
"site: wooded. pretty large site.
amenities: quieter than Mather. fills fast."
"The dirt entrance road is well maintained. We are in a 40-foot motorhome, pulling a 24-foot trailer and found multiple spots big enough for us. Online reviews of this area say it's rarely used."
"Because it is so close to town, and easily averting to large vehicles, this site will attract lots of RVs. I have a minivan so I'm limited in privacy but it still worked."
$42 / night
GuideThis is a great campground in the Grand Canyon National Park it is close to the village, you can bike and hike fom this location. There is also a bus stop at the entrance to this campground that will take you all around the canyon to see all of the sites. All of the spots are pull through and have water electricity sewer and cable. The cell service is ok depending on where you are at. There are a lot of people from other countries that stay at this campground so you meet a lot of nice people. The campground is very close to the rim and many amenities. There is also elk that will come through and graze. We stayed for seven days in August during the rainy season very pleasant.
LegendDrive down road. No camping in Grand Canyon National Park, but about half a mile down the road you cross a cattle grid. You’re now in Kaibab Forest and can camp here. We drive 2WD F250 with 30ft fifth wheel
Two ways in. We came thru Grand Canyon Village, so only 0.7 mile on dirt road - but you need to pay for GCNP access ( or use America the Beautiful)
T-Mobile, Verizon and Visible and Cricket all excellent in this area-so good that I don’t see the need to unpack Starlink. But between here and the village we had no cell coverage
Filled water bladder at Mather campground. Looks like I can use their dump station also
LegendSince there are so many reviews for this place I’ll keep it brief!
-$18/night, no hookups
-There’s a dump station with threaded and non threaded potable water as well as non potable water near the entrance, free for campers.
-There are also water spigots throughout the campground.
-No hookups here at this campground but there’s an RV park up the road with full hookups
-Generator hours are limited to 2 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the evening.
-The shuttle system is wonderful and is the reason we stayed here for so many nights. We were able to explore the whole park easily. (Being in a motorhome with no tow vehicle and only our feet and bikes to get around really limits our radius of exploration).
-The grocery store is close by and it’s great! It’s got a ton of souvenirs and any supplies you might need, and the groceries are decently priced and there are a lot of vegan products and a great beer selection!
-Laundry on site Showers are $2.50/5 min
-Their waste bins are single stream- trash and recycling all go in the same bin. Per sign at visitor center they recycle glass, plastic, and aluminum.
-Verizon had 5G signal, ATT had LTE, and TMobile as always lagged behind with roaming service.
LegendWe stayed two nights in Trailer Village RV Park at the Grand Canyon. We made reservations for our site four months ahead. That was necessary as the campground was full when we arrived! The sites were a good distance apart and there was green space between the RVs. Our site was on the end of a row, and there was a large grassy buffer between the site and the road. We even had plenty of room to put up a tent. Picnic tables, charcoal grills, and full hookups were all provided, including, to our surprise, cable TV! There was no WiFi and our Verizon cell signal was 1-3 bars throughout our stay. No video streaming, but text and email were fine. We have a 17' travel trailer and that plus two vehicles fit well into the parking garage area. There is also an overflow parking lot and you can pick up the Blue Line bus right at the Campground entrance station,which we did! Public bathrooms were clean and stocked, although we did not use the showers so cannot comment on those. Trash and recycle were available close to each loop.
ScoutThe dirt entrance road is well maintained. We are in a 40-foot motorhome, pulling a 24-foot trailer and found multiple spots big enough for us. Online reviews of this area say it's rarely used. We only saw a handful of other campers on the entire loop road. I would estimate there are 40-50 different dispersed camping spots of varying sizes on this dirt road. Very quiet and private off the main road to Grand Canyon National Park entrance.
GuideThis is a pleasant, out of the way campground. There is water on site, but you are NOT ALLOWED to fill your RV from it, as water has to be trucked in. There is no dump station either. You have to travel a good 10 miles into Grand Canyon National Park to dump your load.
The sites are gravel, and they have a mix of pull through and back in sites. A good number of them are first-come, first-served. The roads are dirt and are VERY DUSTY. Don't be surprised to see a film of brown dust inside your rig if you leave the windows open.
The hosts in the Black Bear Loop were very friendly and helpful, but not nosy like some hosts can be.
I should also mention that, during my September stay at least, the place was absolutely SWARMED with yellow jackets. I never got stung (they aren't very aggressive) but they constantly buzz you and land on you. Gets annoying.
Overall, this is a decent campground but I would probably not stay here again due to the extreme hassle of having to drive 20 miles to get to water and a dump station.
LegendDesert View in Grand Canyon NP: This area is much less busy than the South Rim. Pretty views, but no trails down into the canyon. Ask the host for information for the short Sunrise Tr. It is only a short walk to the Tower. (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)
Overall Rating: 4 Price 2024: $ w interagency pass Security: No Usage during visit: Full over Memorial Day Site Privacy: Partially obstructed w vegetation - many outside sites Site Spacing: Many outside sites are nicely spaced. Pad surface: Blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Very quiet Outside Road Noise: No Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: No Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: No Potable Water Available: Yes, there are 2 spigots. Generators: Allowed only during wry specific hours. Bathroom: Very clean flush toilets Showers: No Pull Throughs: Some of the better sites are. Cell Service (AT&T): intermittent Setting: Pine and juniper forest Recent Weather: Very sunny and warm during the day. Solar: We had a nice afternoon window for our fixed panels. Insects: None Host: Yes Sites: Roger’s favorites: pull through numbers: 46,48 – right next to the Sunrise Trail. , 42 39,25, 22, Back ins: 44 , 25, 27,24*, 20
Scout✅ Great Location– Just a short drive or shuttle ride to the canyon's main viewpoints.✅ Spacious Sites– Well-maintained campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and plenty of space for tents.✅ Clean Facilities– Restrooms with flush toilets and potable water available throughout the campground.✅ Wildlife& Nature– Expect to see elk wandering around and enjoy the peaceful forest setting.✅ Affordable– A budget-friendly option compared to lodges while still being close to all major attractions.
Guidesite: wooded. pretty large site.
amenities: quieter than Mather. fills fast. clean facilities.
attractions: wildlife around campground. close to Grand Canyon National Park. bus to Canyon stop near.
I would go camping here (just drove through the campground since the campground we chose was ok, not great).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the RV campgrounds located in Grand Canyon National Park?
Grand Canyon National Park offers several RV camping options. Trailer Village RV Park is located within the South Rim area, close to the main village and visitor amenities. Mather Campground is also on the South Rim, though it lacks hookups. For the East Rim, Desert View Campground provides more remote camping. Outside the park boundaries but nearby, you'll find dispersed camping options on Forest Service roads in Kaibab National Forest. The North Rim also has RV camping options, though these are seasonal due to winter closures. Most RV campgrounds inside the park are situated within a convenient distance to shuttle stops, trails, and park services.
Do I need reservations for RV camping at Grand Canyon National Park?
Yes, reservations are strongly recommended for RV camping at Grand Canyon National Park, especially during peak season (March through October). Trailer Village RV Park fills up months in advance, with some campers booking four months ahead. If you can't secure a reservation inside the park, consider Forest Service Road 328 Dispersed camping, located about 5 miles from the park entrance. This first-come, first-served area provides a good alternative when park campgrounds are full. Another option is Long Jim Loop Campground, which offers numerous dispersed camping spots suitable for large RVs and is typically less crowded than official park campgrounds.
What is the maximum RV size allowed at Grand Canyon National Park campgrounds?
Grand Canyon National Park accommodates a range of RV sizes, but restrictions vary by campground. Mather Campground has some sites that can fit larger RVs, but generally has more limited space and no hookups. For larger rigs, Grand Canyon Camper Village outside the park can accommodate bigger vehicles. The dispersed camping areas like Coconino Rim Road in Kaibab Forest are suitable for large RVs, with campers reporting successful stays with 40-foot motorhomes towing 24-foot trailers. Most pull-through sites at Trailer Village can handle rigs up to 50 feet in length. Always check specific length restrictions when making reservations, as they can vary by site within the same campground.
What amenities are available at Grand Canyon RV parks?
Trailer Village RV Park offers full hookups (water, electric, and sewer) with 50-amp service and adapters available for 30-amp RVs. Sites are pull-through with picnic tables. Tusayan-Montane provides water on site but doesn't allow RV filling and has no dump station nearby. Most park campgrounds have water spigots throughout, restrooms with flush toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. Dump stations are available near the entrance of some campgrounds. Pay showers are located near registration areas. The parks typically provide access to shuttle services for transportation around the canyon. Cell service is generally available but can be spotty in some areas.
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