The best camping near Grand Canyon National Park

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Gateway to the Grand Canyon

9 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Williams, AZ
Quiet and off grid. No light pollution and amazing mountain views and night sky.
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Grand Sky Acres

3 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Williams, AZ
This spacious land is over 4 acres of high desert with breathtaking 360 degree views. Only 45 minutes from Flagstaff, 30 minutes from the historic Grand Canyon, and only 36 minutes from Williams, this property is in the middle of it all. There is so much potential for amazing adventures. You could go fishing in Williams or have a snowball fight in Flagstaff. If you have never seen the Grand Canyon you are in for an ultimate life changing experience. The dark night skies in this area may just keep you at camp. You can see every star out here and enjoy the escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With wide open spaces you have so much room to play.
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Naked Skull Campgrounds 21+ Only

17 sites · RVs, Tents60 acres · Flagstaff, AZ
PLEASE READ!! Our Hip Camp is Adults Only 21+ NO KIDS!! *Clothing Optional… We are Off grid.. *No Power, Water or Septic Hook ups.. We have 60 acres for off grid camping, hiking, walking, biking, rockhounding, exploring, photography, stargazing, meditation, grounding and relaxing in the sun. Our property can be windy and dusty. Wildlife may be present on the property during your stay. You may also see Naked People walking around. We have amazing views of San Francisco peaks and Little Colorado Basin. We are located 7.2 miles off of HWY. 89 This property is not on Reservation Land. Pets are always welcome on leash. Follow us at: Nakedskullrv on IG naked.skull.rv on TikTok Naked Skull Rv Campground on Facebook We also have Special Event Availability. We are about 2 miles to the Little Colorado River. *40 miles to the Grand Canyon South Rim. *52 miles to Flagstaff. * 11 miles to Cameron. *9 miles to Gray Mountain. *We provide an outhouse for tent campers. No shower facilities are available.
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Grand Canyon Stargazing: Park&Stay

5 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Williams, AZ
Car Camp & Stars! Grand Canyon Basecamp 🏕️✨ ✨Unique 2-acre site near Valle, AZ. Ideal for car/truck campers with rooftop tent (uneven terrain). ✨Starry skies! No campfires 🚫🔥. 5 min to road, 8 min to gas, 32 min to Grand Canyon! ✨Escape light pollution & enjoy breathtaking views. ✨Ideal for: Adventurous campers, stargazers, & Grand Canyon explorers. ⚠️Note: Uneven terrain may not suit tents/RVs.
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Stone Soup

1 site · Lodging40 acres · Cameron, AZ
Back to basics with endless desert sky. Hike giant rock sculptures, gather petrified wood, and splash in a hidden pond. Bathed in the Canyon's ethereal ambiance, powdery views of Navajo Plateau and snowy San Francisco Peaks await. This is “Stone Soup,” in honor of unique geology and a folktale where everyone brings something to make a whole greater than its parts. Built with love during musical campouts, materials are recycled from building sites, including solar panels and composting toilet.
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Garden of Eden

4 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Valle, AZ
This is dry camping, those who have the proper camping gear, no facilities or amenities as of yet, or not to full working capacity. great for those just passing through in any form of transportation. Just 35 min to the rim 20 min to the gate. We are just starting out, so we are always open to suggestions to accommodate future travelers.
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Yö'ngö...

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Williams, AZ
Far removed from HWY 64 and the light and noise of other vacation rentals, Yö'ngö offers an exception view of the Milky Way Galaxy you won't find anywhere else. Secluded among the Pinyon and Pine trees in the high desert is this beautiful and luxurious geodesic dome. Yö'ngö is located about three miles from HWY 64 and about 20 minutes from the entrance of The Grand Canyon South Rim. We know you will enjoy our beautiful luxury dome with first-class amenities.
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Magic Grand Canyon, Arizona

2 sites · RVs1 acre · Williams, AZ
This piece of land lies just south of the Grand Canyon National Park. Only a short drive and you are at one of the 7 Wonders of the World. Williams, also known as the "Gateway to the Grand Canyon", was the last town on Historic Route 66 to be bypassed by Interstate 40. The community, bypassed on Oct. 13, 1984, continues to thrive on tourism. Boasting seven area fishing lakes, hiking trails up Bill Williams Mountain and into Sycamore Canyon, an alpine ski area and cross country ski trails, four seasons weather and an abundance of wildlife, Williams offers unlimited recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. ~Legal Description: Grand Canyon Unit 19 Lot: 169 ~Address: 298 S Kenwood St, Williams, Az 86046 ~GPS coordinates: 35.653091, -112.057274 ~Size: 1.1 Acres ~Access: Close to HWY 180/64 intersection
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The Moonshiner

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Williams, AZ
Bring your own bedding and an adventurous spirit, The Moonshiner awaits you! This is a unique no-frills camping experience, a perfect place to unwind, unplug, and stargaze from the comfort of bed. You will need to bring everything you may need for camping, besides shelter. Please read the entire description to make sure this is the right camping experience for you. It contains important information about what to expect, including condition of the local roads. The Moonshiner is a vintage 1968 camper on a private acre that has been lovingly renovated. She sleeps 2 people cozily on a shared pull out bed. There is no light pollution out here, so you can see the Milky Way most nights. Enjoy a HUGE skylight over the double bed for some of the best stargazing in the country! Guests have full private access to the camper and the surrounding yard. The camper is on a private acre and it’s all yours to do your thing. Your privacy will always be respected, and the property is laid out to ensure that. Please note that the camper does not lock from the outside, but you can lock yourself inside with a deadbolt. ❂ WHAT TO BRING ☽ Guests are responsible to bring whatever supplies you think you may need for a good camping experience. This may include items such as: water, food, sunblock, warm clothes, bedding such as sleeping bags and pillows, lantern, flashlight, headlamp, battery bank for charging devices, propane for the heater, firewood or charcoal, lighter or matches, cooking and eating utensils, paper plates, paper towels, wet wipes and toilet paper. ❂ COMPOSTING TOILET SYSTEM ☽ Instead of a normal toilet, we have a compostable camping toilet in an outhouse. You'll need to line it with a provided green compostable bag. Instead of flushing, use the provided scoop to add dirt, and put bag in the compost bin (sign posted) before you check out. There may or may not be toilet paper so we recommend bringing a roll. The high winds we often get will blow it away so store it safely. You will be expected to leave the toilet clean at check out. ❂ SHOWER ☽ There is a shower bag in the outhouse. If you want to use it, put some water in the shower bag, let the sun warm it up (or not - if you don't mind a cold shower!) and it's good to go. ❂ GARBAGE ☽ There is NO garbage service/disposal. Guests are required to follow our pack in, pack out policy which means take your garbage with you at check out. This includes used propane tanks and recyclables. Any compostable items, such as food, can go into the compost bin. ❂ ELECTRICITY ☽ We are totally off-grid and there is no electricity provided. Just a battery powered lantern. ❂ WIFI ☽ Most cell phones services work great out here, but there is no WiFi. ❂ COOKING ☽ There is a charcoal grill for cooking, that's it. You are required to bring your own charcoal and lighter fluid to use it and anything else you may need for cooking/eating. While there may be a few cooking utensils on site, we do not keep an inventory and can not guarantee what supplies are there. ❂ WATER ☽ There is NO running water here. Guests are required to bring whatever water they may need with them. This includes drinking, washing up water and water for the shower if you choose to use it. ❂ CAMP FIRES ☽ You are required to bring your own firewood for campfires. Local gas stations sell bundles. While there is usually some form of kindling material, lighters, or matches on site, we recommend bringing these items with you. There is typically a county wide fire ban during the dry summer, this can be anytime from May or June into August so you may not be allowed to have a campfire during these months. It is your responsibility to check for fire bans and follow the law. Search Coconino County fire ban for up to date information. Please feel free to ask me if you're having any trouble finding out this information. ❂ BEDDING ☽ We do keep some spare blankets in the camper, but guests are responsible to bring their own bedding of choice, such as sleeping bags and pillows. ❂ CHECK OUT ☽ We don't charge a cleaning fee, so guests are required to clean up after themselves and take all belongings, trash and recycables. Please see house rules for a breakdown of our checkout procedure. ❂ PETS ☽ Non-destructive house trained pets are welcome to join you. We don't charge pet fees, but you do need to add them to your reservation and follow the Pet Rules in the House Rules section of the listing. ❂ WILDLIFE ☽ Please understand that you are camping in the wilderness. Things live out here and you may come across them, especially in the summer. Bugs, mice, snakes, rabbits, elk, and cows are all common. ❂ THE HEATER ☽ There is a Mr. Buddy brand propane camping heater provided, however, guests are responsible to bring their own 1 pound propane tanks to use it. The Coleman brand propane is the most abundant and Walmart in Flagstaff has the best prices. Only use propane, don't use butane, or butane/propane mix. A tank will last roughly 4 hours. The heater is safe to use overnight but please be aware that once the propane canister runs out a small amount of gas will be let out into the air. Changing the tank also releases a small amount of gas. It is recommended to crack open the small vent windows below the main skylight for ventilation. Please note that propane heaters have difficulty starting in temperatures below 20°F. When staying in the winter, make sure you arrive before the temperature drops too low. Storing your propane tanks in a warmer place can help prevent this. ❂ ROUGH ROADS ☽ There is about mile of dirt roads between the property and highway 180 that can be rough, bumpy, and feel like off-roading in spots. Can your sedan make it here? Yes, most of the year. Though I can't promise that you'll agree. Most of the year is dry and we've had many guests drive a Prius here. If you drive too fast on the dirt roads, you'll damage your car and we take no responsibility for that. If you get yourself stuck in the snow/mud, we take no responsibility for that. Tow trucks are very expensive so don't get stuck. During Monsoon Season (mid-July through September), heavy rain is common. You can still drive your sedan here then, many locals have sedans, but you have to be cautious. The roads dry up fast and pools in puddles. Avoid driving on the dirt roads during a storm as flooding can happen when the rain is very heavy and the water is rushing to find its place. Get in or out of camp prior to or after the storm if you don't have AWD/4x4. Avoid large puddles and obviously muddy terrain in general, these are areas you can get stuck in. The wintertime conditions can be very extreme. From December into March, the dirt roads can get really bad, especially January and February when we get the most snow. The roads tend to have a constant freeze/thaw cycle that leaves them a muddy, slushy mess in the afternoon. When they're frozen over, especially in the morning, the dirt is much easier to drive on. Sometimes a 2wd vehicle can pass if the weather has been dry. You'll most likely need a 4x4 when coming here in the winter. If there is snow, your chances are getting stuck will increase as the dirt roads aren't plowed, even with an AWD/4x4. Use extreme caution during winter storms, snowfall can be heavy and you'll need enough clearance to make it in or out of camp. You may have to park near the highway and hike 1 mile to camp. Tire chains are helpful on the snow covered dirt roads for all vehicles. Pay attention to the weather report on last minute bookings and use your own judgment on whether you feel comfortable driving here.
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Peaceful Experience Ranch 🌄😍

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Williams, AZ
20-mile drive from the Grand Canyon 😍 Experience more while spending less! Follow us on Instagram: @peaceful_experience_ranch 📍 2378 Winter St, Williams, AZ 86046, United States Replace a hotel room experience and embrace the tranquility of our peaceful spot. Nestled amidst the captivating natural beauty, our spot is ideal for nature enthusiasts and adventurers exploring the Grand Canyon. Take a respite before your Grand Canyon adventure 😍 Delight in the breathtaking mountain views with your loved ones. - Perfect for camping or parking an RV 🚃 - Stargazing ⭐ - Clear skies ⛅️☁️ - Stunning starlit nights 🌆 - Spectacular sunsets 🌅 - Level ground for easy tent setup 👌 - Privacy guaranteed 🚫 - Scenic mountain views 😍 - Abundant wildlife 🐿 • 1.06 acres of pristine land 📐 • Dimensions approximately: 150ft X 290ft 📌 • Conveniently located with accessible roads: 🛣 - Just 45 miles north of Flagstaff. - 30 miles from Williams. - Merely 3.5 miles from Valle. - A short 20-mile drive from the Grand Canyon. From Valle (Grand Canyon Junction), heading South on HWY 180, go approximately 3 miles to Laguna Rd and turn left. Drive for half a mile, then turn right onto Vernon Rd. Continue for 0.4 miles until you reach Winter St, then turn left. Drive another 0.4 miles around the left corner until you reach the intersection of Winter St. and E. Columbus Dr. (Note: Columbus Dr. is not a prominent road). You can try copying and pasting the following address into Google Maps for accurate GPS location: 2378 Winter St, Williams, AZ 86046, USA Live the experience!
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The Grand Stargazer

1 site · RV1 acre · Williams, AZ
Enjoy 1 full acre under the stars. Make this lot your own and treat it like it was yours. You may access the land and camp where you feel is suitable for you and your guest. You will be able to see the milky way on a clear night and enjoy the galaxy like never before. LOOK for the big tree to know you are on the right parcel. Please view the listing photos a few times to spot the land easier Just 27 miles away head into the red rocks, pines, deserts, and canyons and sink your soul into some vast and untrammeled land that is beyond amazing. Kaibab National Forest has got what you need for a Northern Arizona getaway no matter what you are looking for. With three distinct areas: Williams, Tusayan, and North Kaibab, this diverse place will leave you with a perma-smile and a wild streak you didn’t know you had. Also, wait for it...this forest borders both the north and south side of Grand Canyon National Park! For all the epicness that the Grand Canyon offers (some of the trails actually follow the rim of the canyon!) without the tourists and crowds, come here and feel like you hit the jackpot. There’s really no other way to say it. You just gotta see it for yourself! A little further you have the famous Grand Canyon! Mother Nature had a blast creating the Big Ditch, an awe-inspiring place where ancient rocks soar above the Colorado River in a fiery parade of colors. Forested campsites are just steps from gorgeous views on both the North and South Rims, where hiking trails, biking, and sunset-watching await campers. Looking for solitude? Pack your backpack, fill your water bottles, grab your permit, and hike seven miles into the heart of the place on the switchbacking South Kaibab Trail, with gobsmacking views around every bend. Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them.
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Grand Summit Camp

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Williams, AZ
Enjoy the Northern Arizona sun during the day and campfires and star gazing at night on this 1 acre campsite all to yourself just 1.5 miles off Highway 180 at the Grand Canyon Junction for food, gas, water, and supplies before reaching Grand Canyon National Park 32 miles away. There is a road cut into the site allowing you to pull in and park a trailer, RV or other vehicles around the center fire pit - perfect for friends and family gatherings or solo and couples camping.
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The best camping near Grand Canyon National Park guide

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Mother Nature had a blast creating the Big Ditch, an awe-inspiring place where ancient rocks soar above the Colorado River in a fiery parade of colors. Forested campsites are just steps from gorgeous views on both the North and South Rims, where hiking trails, biking, and sunset-watching await campers. Looking for solitude? Pack your backpack, fill your water bottles, grab your permit, and hike seven miles into the heart of the place on the switchbacking South Kaibab Trail, with gobsmacking views around every bend. Cottonwood oases provide shade at three developed campgrounds. Across the park, ranger talks add context to outdoor adventures.

Grand Canyon RV Camping

Whether you’re hiking around the South Rim, riding the Grand Canyon Railway, or whitewater rafting down the mighty Colorado River, the Grand Canyon National Park is full of spectacular views and outdoor adventures. Most RVers head to the South Rim, where in-park campgrounds include an RV park with full hookups and space for big rigs, as well as seasonal campgrounds with no hookups, better suited for smaller RVs and motorhomes. Smaller RVs are also welcome at the two North Rim campgrounds from May through October (no hookups). Of course, you don’t have to camp inside the park. With plenty of RV parking outside and complimentary shuttles included with your park pass, you can easily escape the crowds to sleep beneath the desert stars at a tranquil Hipcamp―many are just a short drive from the South Rim.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for families: The large, year-round Mather Campground on the South Rim has family and group sites, picnic tables, and a nearby dump station.
  • Best for classic views: Several campsites overlook a side canyon at the North Rim Campground.
  • Best for escaping crowds: Campsites are well-spaced from each other at the low-key Desert View Campground near the East Entrance. 
  • Best for RVs: The South Rim’s year-round Trailer Village RV Park offers full hookups.
  • Best for adventurers: Bright Angel Campground at Phantom Ranch is set at the bottom of the Grand Canyon, the only lodging option below the canyon rim. It’s only accessible by foot, mule, or raft.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. Mather Campground sites can be reserved six months in advance for reservations from March through November. Sites are first-come, first-served from December through February.
  2. North Rim Campground is typically open from mid-May through mid-October. Tent and RV sites are available, but there are no RV hookups. You can also try your luck in person early in the day.
  3. Desert View Campground takes no reservations, with all sites first-come, first-served. Set on Desert Rim Drive at the park’s east entrance, the campground is open from mid-April through mid-October.
  4. A lottery-based backcountry permit is required for all backcountry camping outside of Mather, Desert View, and North Rim.
  5. Just outside the park, Kaibab National Forest offers additional camping options.

When to go

The South Rim is open all year, but the best seasons to visit are spring and fall, when temperatures are mild and crowds are lighter. The Bright Angel Trail and others can be icy in winter. Summer is popular on both rims, despite the Arizona heat, although the inner canyon can also be dangerously hot in summer. The North Rim is open seasonally, typically from mid-May through mid-October.

Know before you go

  • The North Rim and South Rim are only 10 miles apart geographically, but the drive between them is 212 miles and takes five hours. Choose an entrance accordingly.
  • The South Rim entrance is just under a four-hour drive from Phoenix and about an hour and 40-minute drive from Flagstaff.
  • Free National Park Service shuttle buses loop around the South Rim on various routes (and are wheelchair accessible). Rent bicycles at the Grand Canyon Visitor Center.
  • Aside from the park’s Grand Canyon Village, Tusayan is the nearest town to the South Rim where you can find gas, grocery stores, restaurants, and the Grand Canyon Camper Village.
  • Free wifi is available on the South Rim at park headquarters and the Canyon Village Market & Deli general store.

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For desert enthusiasts, camping near Beaver Dam Wash National Conservation Area is a must. Experience camping like never before, with the vibrant hues of the Mojave Desert, unique wildlife encounters, and spectacular night skies that make Beaver Dam Wash a fantastic outdoor experience.

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