Desert View Campground

Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Overlanding score
90/100
Booking
Reservable
Site types
tent, rv, group
Max vehicle length
Not published

Amenities

restroomshowerwaterdump stationpicnic tablegrilltrailstorefirewood

About Desert View Campground

Overview

Located on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park at an altitude of 7,463 ft (2,275 m), Desert View Campground is located 23 miles (37 km) to the east of Grand Canyon Village. The Desert View area offers a peaceful setting. Most sites are sized to accommodate tents or smaller RV’s, or vehicles with travel trailers (30 ft./9 m total length). Vehicles over 29' in (8.8 m) total length may not be able to negotiate turns without damaging resources and/or vehicle/trailer.Due to high demand, Desert View Campground requires advanced reservations during its season, usually mid-April to mid-October. You may book reservations up to 6 months in advance. Desert View Campground does not hold back any campsites for first-come, first-served camping during peak season and does not have a wait list or call back system.  You may book same day reservations here on Recreation.gov or through the toll-free call center at 1-877-444-6777.Recreation

Wildlife Viewing

Bicycling

Photography

Star Gazing and Night Sky Events

Facilities

There are a total of 50 campsites in the Desert View Campground.

Source: Recreation.gov

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