Mather Campground Grand Canyon National Park Arizona

Mather Overview

Mather Campground is located on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park and has 329 campsites for tents, trailers and RVs. It is also the only campground located within Grand Canyon Village and close to the scenic overlooks, trails and attractions. Equestrian (2 in South Rim Horse Camp), 7 group campsites (Sage Group Loop), and hike/bike campsites are also available. There are no hookups, but each campsite has a parking spur, table, fire ring and grate.

Amenities include potable (drinking) water (spigots), flush toilets, hot showers, a laundry and trash collection. The visitor center, general store, laundry, showers ($) and shuttle bus system are all located close to the campground. Cell service is fair.

The summer months are pleasant with high temperatures in the 70s and 80s, though there are frequent thunderstorms in the afternoons. Fall and spring are mostly sunny and cool with the occasional snow.

Mather Campground – Area Recreation & Activities

The South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is the most popular and accessible area of the park, offering a wide range of activities, scenic viewpoints, and visitor services year-round. Popular scenic viewpoints (photography) are along Desert View Drive and the Rim Trail. Visitors can also access hiking trails on the rim and into the canyon including Bright Angel Trail, South Kaibab Trail and Rim Trail. You can also sign up for a guided mule ride along canyon trails, ride a bike on roads/trails up at the rim, and visit various historic sites/structures.

Desert View is the other campground located on the South Rim. It’s about 25 miles away and is first-come first-served (50 campsites). Trailer Village RV Park is also located close to Mather and Ten-X Campground is about 10 miles south of the South Entrance to the park.

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