Desert View Campground (Arizona)

Desert View Campground has 50 campsite for tents, trailers and small RVs (no hookups). This is a first-come first-serve (open from May through mid October) and is located 26 miles east of Grand Canyon Village. Each campsite has a table, fire ring and grate. Very few sites can accommodate large RV’s or Travel Trailers (30 ft. maximum length).  The campground is usually full by early afternoon during the busy summer months. There is a limit of six persons, two tent or two-vehicles, or one RV/Travel Trailer per site. There is a 7-day camping limit.

Desert View campground has a campfire center, drinking water and flush toilets. There are no shower facilities or RV dump station at this campground.  The nearest showers are at Mather Campground in Grand Canyon Village, 26 miles/ 42 km west.

The Desert View area offers some of the best views of the Colorado River from the rim of the Grand Canyon. The historic Watchtower and Tusayan Museum are located here too.  A gas station, snack bar and market are located within a few miles of the campground.

Reservations:

First Come, First Served

Directions:

Desert View campground is 25 miles east of Grand Canyon Village.