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1 Mather Campground Road, Grand Canyon Village, AZ, 86023
National Park ServiceLast Updated: February 4, 2026
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Mather Campground is located in Grand Canyon Village on the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. There are 327 sites. Each includes a campfire ring/cooking grate, picnic table, parking space and room for up to six people, three tents, and two vehicles. There are flush toilets and drinking water throughout the campground. No hookups are available, however there is a free dump station. Most RV spaces are pull-through. Pine loop is a tent-only area where generators are not permitted.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
On the South Rim, campground reservations can be made for NPS Mather Campground, located within busy Grand Canyon Village. (historic district, lodges, shuttle buses, visitor center, train etc.) There are no RV hook-ups at Mather Campground.
Weather
With an elevation spanning from around 2000 feet to over 8000 feet (760-2440m), the Grand Canyon area experiences a variety of weather conditions. This weather variety includes cold winters and mild pleasant summers, moderate humidity, and considerable diurnal temperature changes at the higher elevations, with hot and drier summers at the bottom of the Grand Canyon along with cool damp winters. Summer thunderstorms and winter snowfall adds to the weather variety in this region.
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Showers
Laundry
Dump Station
Camp Store
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Ice For Sale
Firewood For Sale
Directions
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 36.04972, -112.12047 -- 36°2'59"N, 112°7'14"W From the south entrance, follow the road for about three miles and turn left on Center Road. Travel 1/4 mile and turn right onto Market Plaza Road. The campground is about one mile down Market Plaza Road on the right.
Rates & Fees
Family Site
Family campsites range from accommodating a small tent, to 30 foot motor homes and fifth wheels. Family sites are limited to 6 people, three tents and two vehicles per site. There are no hookups available at any of the sites. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring with a cooking grill.
Family Site with Senior or Access Pass/ Golden Age/ Golden Access
Family campsites range from accommodating a small tent, to 30 foot motor homes and fifth wheels. Family sites are limited to 6 people, three tents and two vehicles per site. There are no hookups available at any of the sites. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring with a cooking grill.
Group Site
Group sites can accommodate 7-50 people and tents per site. 3 vehicles per site. RV and bus parking is prohibited.
Communal Hiker Biker Sites
Hiker/biker are for people on foot or bicycle only. These are non-reservable communal hiker/biker sites (available on a first-come, first-served basis only) and hold up to one person, one tent and no vehicles. If you have more than a one person hiking party you will need to make more than one reservation.
Communal Hiker/ Biker Sites - with Senior or Access Pass/ Golden Age/ Golden Access
Hiker/biker are for people on foot or bicycle only. These are non-reservable communal hiker/biker sites (available on a first-come, first-served basis only) and hold up to one person, one tent and no vehicles. If you have more than a one person hiking party you will need to make more than one reservation.
Horse Camp
Campers in horse camp must have horses of mules. Horse camp can accommodate up to 6 people and 6 horses and mules. 30 foot vehicle limit including trailer. 2 vehicles permitted. (a trailer is considered a second vehicle.) Up to 6 tents.
Horse Camp with Senior or Access Pass/ Golden Age/ Golden Access
Campers in horse camp must have horses of mules. Horse camp can accommodate up to 6 people and 6 horses and mules. 30 foot vehicle limit including trailer. 2 vehicles permitted. (a trailer is considered a second vehicle.) Up to 6 tents.
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Wood and charcoal fires permitted in provided campsite grills only. No gathering of down wood, wood may be purchased at the general store. Drown fires completely before leaving the site, even for a short while. Do not construct rock fire rings or put ashes and charcoal in dumpsters.Regulations Overview
All sites are assigned. Changing sites may not be possible due to limited availability. Please do not move once checked in unless approved by the park ranger at the kiosk. Quiet hours: 10 pm to 6 am. Please be considerate of your fellow campers throughout the day. Generator hours: 7–9 am and 6–8 pm. Generators may not be used in Pine Loop. Check in/out time: Check in at noon; check out at 11 am. If sites are available, renew after 9 am. Stays limited to 14 consecutive days and 30 days per calendar year. Vehicles: Cars, trucks, motorcycles, and trailers must remain on the pavement. Do not park in the road. Maximum vehicle length: 30 feet (9 m).Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Restrooms have paved ramps to bathroom entrances. Each restroom has an ADA compliant stall.
Internet Information
The closest free Public WiFi is at the general store (Canyon Village Market) and in the lobby of Yavapai Lodge. Both are located in Market Plaza, 0.4 mile (.64 km) from the Mather Campground entrance.
Cell Phone Information
Cellular coverage varies throughout Grand Canyon Village because of the terrain. You may or may not be able to receive a signal in Mather Campground. Usually connectivity is better in the village historic district, 1.3 miles (2 km) west of the campground.
RV Allowed
Yes
RV Information
Most ADA sites can accommodate up to a 25 foot RV.
RV Maximum Length
30
Trailer Maximum Length
27
ADA Information
Fourteen ADA accessible sites are available as needed to our visitors with disabilities. Sites feature larger parking areas and raised fire rings. Sites are located in close proximity to restrooms.
Trailer Allowed
Yes
Access Roads
Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Classifications
Developed Campground
Additional Information
Washing: Do not bathe, wash dishes, or do laundry at water spigots. Wash at your site and flush tainted water down the toilets. Do not scatter wastewater. Pets: Must be kept on a leash and under physical control at all times. For the safety of your pet, do not leave them unattended. Pets are not permitted below the rim, on shuttle buses, or in buildings.
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