Bryce Canyon National Park has two main campgrounds for visitors who want to stay right inside the park boundaries. Sunset Campground tends to be quieter than other options, yet still puts you close to all the orange hoodoo formations and viewpoints. North Campground connects directly to several trails, making morning hikes simple without having to move your car. Each campground comes with basic restrooms and tables for meals. The high elevation keeps Bryce much cooler than desert parks in southern Utah, which feels great in July and August. Nights get cold even in summer, and spring or fall campers should pack extra warm layers for after sunset. Winter camping works at North Campground year-round, though fewer facilities stay open once snow arrives. Many campers combine their Bryce trip with visits to Zion or Arches, which sit a few hours away by car. Book sites well ahead of time, especially between May and September when spots fill almost immediately after becoming available. Always check current fire rules before your trip, as restrictions change based on drought conditions.
$30 / night
"This campground is located right within the Bryce Canyon National Park."
"The North campground is located inside Bryce Canyon National Park and is first come, first serve only. This is an excellent, clean site to stay if you’re going to spend your day exploring the park."
"Large resort complex just outside the gate to Bryce Canyon National Park. Great sites with full amenities and reasonably priced"
"Amazing location for Bryce Canyon National Park on the road to the park entrance and shuttle into the park available."
"Excellent proximity to Bryce Canyon National Park."
"We could drive all of the dirt roads in our Chevy Trax. Not much of any views where we stayed but lots of trees and privacy. Very close to Bryce Canyon National Park-only 15 minutes away!"
$30 - $100 / night
"Sunset Campground in Bryce Canyon National Park is beautiful and spacious, and is very close to some overlooks and the visitor's center."
"Visited Bryce Canyon National Park in the heat of summer. The campground is located about half way into the park."
"amp; it’s super close to the entrance of Bryce Canyon National Park. Highly recommend this spot!"
"Literally 5 minutes outside of Bryce Canyon National Park. But beware if you come late these spots do fill up. We got here at around 11am and set up before doing the park."
"It’s located 15ish mins from Bryce Canyon National Park and 10 Mins from Red Canyon. Highly recommend!"
"Based on a map posted at the entrance, we followed the road to find a bunch of spots about 20 minutes down the dirt road."
"I ended up having a late day at Bryce Canyon and needed to find somewhere close to stay around 5:30 pm on a Saturday in season."
"Large meadow camping/turn around at the 2nd junction with FR646 after the main area of pullouts. We chose FR3625 offshoot."
$35 - $70 / night
"Bryce View is a lovely campsite located in the heart of canyon county and perfect stopover location when accessing Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks."
"Very close to Bryce Canyon National Park, which quite honestly, is much more beautiful. Lots of hiking and even horseback riding available. Restrooms are really, really nice."
"Had access to 50 and 30 amp, sewer, and water. Make sure you use a pressure monitor as the pressure was strong. They offered firewood for sale and our fire pit was very nice."
"We had a great view from our camp spot and there were nice trails leading out of the park. The staff were very helpful to us, especially as newbies in camping."
"Great place to stay on the way to Bryce Canyon National Park."
"Only a short drive in to Bryce Canyon National Park! Perfect to do some exploring during the day and relax back at camp not too far at night! Can’t wait to go back and bring friends and family!"
ScoutVery flat, firm soil but I’m sure some rain would change things. Two small loops, good for a 30’ RV or maybe a 20ft trailer? We are here in very dry weather, 19ft camper van, 2 dogs and it’s perfect. Rock formations are awesome! Seasonal creek is dry at the moment.
ScoutThis place is great. There are a ton of spots to choose from. Most seem to have a fire pit. There are a few other campers out here but very spread out. You can park next to a Juniper tree.
GuideWe were driving from Bryce to Capital Reef and planned on camping in Torrey but you can’t pass a lakeside camp site up. Plenty of room for everyone to not be on each other. There is a vault BR closer to water with picnic table nearby but we stayed on a different spot away from there. If you are in an RV the roads are decent but you will be bumped around. We were in our camper van. Perfect for star gazing at night too.
GuideThe main road (dirt) is in great condition. Big spot for multiple vehicles (we are traveling together). Plenty of sky for solar and Starlink.
GuideGot in around 9:40pm and there were just a few cars parked. Easy to navigate in our van. My phone camera does not do justice to the stars in the sky and then you wake up to this beautiful scenery. No ATV’s while we there so it was quiet.
ScoutIt is right by the road, but if you don’t mind it, it’s perfect! Porta potties, showers, and fire pits. Super cute and quiet.
TravelerWe've stayed at a few dispersed sites over the past few days in Southern Utah, and this was by far the quietest so far. Easy to dig to leave no trace. Pretty views in the distance. Be careful if it's been wet or snowy, the last little bit uphill to the site was pretty slick with our Outback.
TravelerThis site was close to the road, but in our quieter season, it wasn't too loud. You can hear the main road noise in the distance, but not too bad. There was lots of space at this site. You could easily group camp here. There's sand every where, so it's very easy to dig a pit for your fire and latrine to leave no trace. The site was level enough for is to car camp. We walked back to find there is at least one site back away from the road farther if this one is full. If you go much farther the sand road gets a little looser. I'd worry if you didn't have at least AWD going back there.
GuideAbsolutely would stay there again. No facilities. Very quiet and dark
Bryce Canyon camping options extend beyond the park boundaries, with elevations ranging from 7,000 to 9,000 feet across the region. The high-desert climate creates temperature swings of 30+ degrees between day and night. Camping near Bryce offers access to both the iconic park formations and lesser-known areas in surrounding Dixie National Forest.
Hiking from campsites: North Campground at Bryce Canyon National Park connects directly to trails. "The trails are located close by and offer plenty of opportunity to explore. The facility was clean and the sites were well maintained," notes Chad K., who found the campground perfect for accessing hiking routes.
Winter exploration: North Campground remains open year-round while Sunset closes seasonally. "This place is like a winter wonderland if you come during or after a snowfall. Breathtakingly beautiful," writes Carlisle B. after camping with snow everywhere in winter, adding that bathroom facilities stay warm despite freezing temperatures outside.
Mountain biking: Dispersed camping at Dixie National Forest puts you close to mountain biking trails. "Close to Bryce Canyon and easy access to Thunder Mountain trail loop, awesome moderate mt biking trail," says Jeanie P., who found more secluded camping spots by traveling a mile off the main forest road.
Dark skies for stargazing: Tom's Best Spring Road offers wide-open dispersed camping spaces with minimal light pollution. "Just 12 miles from the crush of people at Bryce Canyon, but a world away... an amazing view of the stars," reports Morgan Y., who found solitude even during busy periods.
Temperature management: Kodachrome Basin State Park's Basin Campground provides sites with varying sun exposure. "Sites are spacious and not on top of one another," notes Avram M., who appreciates the campground's location in a canyon that moderates temperature extremes.
Wildlife viewing: Dave's Hollow in FR 090 dispersed camping areas offers forest settings with wildlife. "Super remote, the location was great not far at all from the entrance to Bryce Canyon NP. Fire pits and lots of trees for shade," mentions Bree S., who spotted deer and birds throughout the camping area.
Site availability timing: During peak season, arrive by mid-afternoon for dispersed camping. "I'd say get here by 4P for a guaranteed spot on the weekend," advises Jeff P. about FR 090, noting that vans started arriving around 5:30-6PM on Fridays.
Fire regulations: Fire restrictions change seasonally and by location. "Due to fire restrictions, you need to drive 1173 or other older interstate dirt roads to find eligible camping areas," explains Kate L., who found camping spots along Great Western Trail where fires were permitted.
Road conditions: Many dispersed camping roads require appropriate vehicles. "The road is dirt and that area doesn't get a lot of rain so things are often dusty," warns Dillon M. about Tom's Best Spring Road, adding that traffic levels can be higher than expected for a dirt road.
Toilet facilities: Most dispersed camping lacks restrooms. "There is a rest area about 2 miles east on the highway so that's where I went to use the restroom," shares Fernando H., who camped at Dixie National Forest while visiting Bryce.
Junior Ranger programs: Access park education programs from campsites. "The junior ranger program was awesome!" says Kelley H. after staying at Sunset Campground, which offered easy access to park programs despite chilly March temperatures.
Playground access: Some private campgrounds offer play areas. "A nice little playground, used pretty regularly by little ones. Lots of space to walk dogs out back," explains R.E. about their stay at Bryce Canyon RV Resort.
Tent placement strategies: At established campgrounds, consider site layout. "The spaces are spread out with plenty of space to roam for the kids," notes Chad K., who appreciated the room for children to explore safely near their campsite at North Campground.
Leveling challenges: Scout sites before committing at North Campground. "Had booked a couple of RV spots. RV spots are pretty exposed & mine was on a hill w/ only one levelish portion (53)," warns Beverly O., who ended up moving to a tent area that worked better for their camper van.
Off-season accessibility: Ruby's Inn RV Park offers full hookups year-round. "We stayed in September and by the middle of the night it was about 20 degrees so bundle up!!" advises Emily, who appreciated the warm showers after freezing nights near Bryce.
Cell service variations: Connectivity differs between campgrounds. "Four bars of AT&T 4G. Ten miles to Bryce Canyon visitor center," reports Tom W. about dispersed camping at FS #117 Rd, noting the reliable signal despite the remote location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find camping near Bryce Canyon National Park if the park campgrounds are full?
Several excellent alternatives exist when Bryce Canyon's campgrounds fill up. Rubys Inn RV Park and Campground is located just outside the park entrance with full amenities, shuttle service into the park, and reasonable rates. For a quieter experience, Dixie National Forest King Creek Group Site offers a well-shaded area with running water and flush toilets just 10-15 minutes from the park. Dispersed camping options include Tom Best Spring Road, Great Western Trail, and Forest Service Road 117 areas, all within 15-20 minutes of the park. Kodachrome Basin State Park and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument also provide established campgrounds within a short driving distance.
What are the different campgrounds inside Bryce Canyon National Park?
Bryce Canyon National Park offers two primary campgrounds. Sunset Campground is a beautiful and spacious option located conveniently close to popular overlooks and the visitor center. The sites are well-maintained though they offer limited privacy between neighbors. The park also has North Campground, which remains open year-round (though with limited sites in winter). Both campgrounds provide basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to restrooms with flush toilets. Neither campground offers hookups for RVs, but there are dump stations available during the warmer months. Reservations are highly recommended during peak season (April-October).
Can you camp at Bryce Canyon year-round?
Yes, camping is available year-round at Bryce Canyon National Park, though with seasonal limitations. North Campground remains open throughout the winter months, but with reduced capacity and only one loop available. Winter camping requires preparation for extreme conditions, as temperatures often drop well below freezing and snowfall is common at the park's 8,000+ foot elevation. Dave's Hollow is another option just outside the park that may be accessible in milder winter conditions. Great Western Trail Dispersed camping areas may be inaccessible during winter due to snow. Both park campgrounds (North and Sunset) are fully operational during the peak season from late spring through early fall.
Are there RV camping options at Bryce Canyon National Park?
Bryce Canyon National Park accommodates RVs at both North and Sunset Campgrounds, though neither offers hookups. For full RV amenities, Bryce Pioneer Village RV Park provides 20/30/50 amp electrical service at each site, though you'll need a 20-foot sewer hose. Their facilities include clean showers with hot water. Another excellent option is Rubys Inn RV Park and Campground, located just outside the park entrance with full hookups and amenities. Both external options are significantly more RV-friendly than in-park camping, with Rubys even offering an LP fill station, convenience store, and laundry facilities. The park's RV dump stations typically operate from April through October.
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