Established Camping
North Campground — Bryce Canyon National Park
Campers are Saying
North Campground, near Bryce Canyon National Park, is a fantastic spot for those looking to immerse themselves in nature while enjoying the park's stunning landscapes. With sites that accommodate both tents and RVs, it’s a great base for your adventures in this iconic area.
The campground is known for its clean facilities and friendly atmosphere, making it a comfortable place to unwind after a day of hiking. Many visitors have praised the well-maintained restrooms and the convenience of having drinking water available. As one camper noted, “Great location to kick off a trip into Bryce.”
You’ll find yourself just a short walk from the visitor center and the Rim Trail, which leads to several other trails within the park. The views here are breathtaking, especially at night when the stars light up the sky. Campers have enjoyed the peacefulness of the area, with tall evergreen trees providing a sense of privacy and a lovely backdrop for your stay.
While the campground doesn’t offer electric hookups or showers, it does have picnic tables and fire pits at each site, perfect for cozy evenings around the fire. Just be prepared to reserve your spot well in advance, as it fills up quickly. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, North Campground is a solid choice for exploring the wonders of Bryce Canyon.
General Overview
National Park Service
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Overview
North Campground is located in the beautiful and unique Bryce Canyon National Park. Known for its colorful rock spires and grand vistas that sweep out over the High Plateaus region of the Colorado Plateau, Bryce Canyon is the ultimate camping destination.Located at an approximate elevation of 8,000 feet (2438 m), the campground is centrally located within walking distance of the park's Visitor Center. Famed Sunrise and Sunset Points are located nearby, at the heart of the magnificent geologic wonder of Bryce Amphitheater, where hiking and photography opportunities are plentiful.
Recreation
Bryce Canyon offers several Hiking trails for day-hiking, many of which are inter-connected. Single trails range from easy to strenuous, and from less than a mile in length up to 11 miles (18 km). The most popular hikes are combinations of two or three trails. Bryce Amphitheater has spectacular rock formations and sweeping views, providing excellent photography opportunities. The convenient Bryce Canyon Park Shuttle, which runs from May to September, makes several stops throughout the park, giving visitors easy access to its most popular trailheads and viewpoints. Astronomers love visiting Bryce Canyon, where 7500 stars are visible on a moonless night. An Annual Astronomy Festival is held in June, and the park offers Astronomy & Night Sky Programs on more than 100 nights throughout the year. Guided full moon hikes are also a fun way to experience the park at night.
Facilities
Bryce Canyon offers several Hiking trails for day-hiking, many of which are inter-connected. Single trails range from easy to strenuous, and from less than a mile in length up to 11 miles (18 km). The most popular hikes are combinations of two or three trails. Bryce Amphitheater has spectacular rock formations and sweeping views, providing excellent photography opportunities. The convenient Bryce Canyon Park Shuttle, which runs from May to September, makes several stops throughout the park, giving visitors easy access to its most popular trailheads and viewpoints. Astronomers love visiting Bryce Canyon, where 7500 stars are visible on a moonless night. An Annual Astronomy Festival is held in June, and the park offers Astronomy & Night Sky Programs on more than 100 nights throughout the year. Guided full moon hikes are also a fun way to experience the park at night.
Natural Features
A ponderosa pine forest towers over North Campground offering equal parts sun and shade. The site is situated in a gently rolling landscape dotted with shrubs and summer wildflowers.
Nearby Attractions
The Colorado Plateau contains a multitude of awe-inspiring landscapes and Bryce Canyon lies very close to many of them, including Red Canyon, Kodachrome Basin State Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Panguitch Lake, Boulder Mountain, Calf Creek Recreation Area, Capitol Reef National Park, Zion National Park and Grand Canyon National Park. Driving along Scenic Byway 12 is also a must-do for its red rock canyons and jaw-dropping views.
Charges & Cancellations
A customer who does not arrive at the campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date may be canceled, assessed a $20 no-show fee and forfeit the night's fees for a campsite.
Fee Info
Bryce Canyon charges an entrance fee separate from the camping fee. You may pay the fee upon arrival at the entrance station or <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74334" rel="nofollow">purchase in advance.</a> The park also honors Federal interagency passes (e.g., annual, senior, access, 4th grade, Golden Age pass etc.). For more information visit the park's <a href="https://www.nps.gov/brca/planyourvisit/fees.htm" rel="nofollow">Fees & Passes</a> web page.__
Location
North Campground — Bryce Canyon National Park is located in Utah
Directions
From Highway 89 approximately 7 miles (11 km) south of Panguitch, Utah, travel east on Highway 12 for about 14 miles (22.5 km). Turn south on Highway 63 to the main entrance of Bryce Canyon National Park. North Campground is the first left turn after passing through the fee station.
Address
P.O. BOX 640201 BRYCE CANYON
Bryce, UT 84764
Coordinates
37.6344444 N
112.1669444 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonGood
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly