Desert View Campground

Perfect spot to wake up early and walk to the desert tower overlook for a perfect sunrise. The campground was quite and relaxing with the stars looking beautiful. The website said showers. But this site has none.

Amazing camp ground and not as busy as the main South Rim camping and tourist area. There aren't very many amenities, but there is a public restroom and some water options (not for RV fill up from what we could tell). We stayed in site 22 and it was as the very back on the campground and was perfect for our small group. It had a picnic table and fire pit. Grounds were clean and the location is close to the lookout but down the road a little bit so it's tucked away from any of the hustle and bustle of that viewpoint and tourist lookout. There is a gas station with some dumpsters, but the store didn't look open so definitely pick up supplies before you stop here either in Cameron or Flagstaff (depending on which way you are coming from). Great camping spot though and it was very affordable for like $33 a night. Good times!

Our family had a blast staying at Desert View campground during Spring Break. The campground had just opened the day we got there (this campground is closed for winter), and we were happy to be a little removed from the crowds near the main area of the South Rim. We enjoyed sunrises and sunsets by making a short walk to the rim, where we were sometimes the only ones there. We even saw elk one morning. Our kids enjoyed climbing on the structures, and the surroundings were stunning. The campground itself was clean and the sites were spacious. Our host and neighbors were all very friendly. We'd feel lucky to be able to return!

Tucked away at Desert View near the Watch Tower, this campsite is for tents and small RVs only, which makes for a lovely tranquil atmosphere. The individual sites are nestled under trees and native foliage gives a natural barrier between neighbours. Fire pits and picnic tables are provided at each site. There is a small well stocked supermarket and petrol station nearby. The facilités are clean. The campsite host is super friendly and informative and will share some secret spots so you have some canyon views all to yourself. Really special. We will remember our stay here forever.

For an easy low cost camping experience, this location can't be beat. Set up camp amidst quiet, there are only a few other sites and no other traffic coming by the campsite. Walk <5 minutes to get to the canyon's edge and enjoy the views by yourselves any time of day. Short drive to the other sites. Simple low impact easy to enjoy the canyon in solitude. Crazy how inexpensive it is.

Some spots are better than others. Recommend getting a spot on the outer side of the campground. The scenery was nice.

Close to Watchtower and beautiful views. Good for everything from v small fifth wheel to tent camping. Clean bathrooms and host was helpful.

Nice campground and a beautiful location. Sites are somewhat small. No hookups, but potable water and restrooms available.