contact-details

  • Phone Number: (970) 641-2337 Voice

  • Email Address: blca_info@nps.gov

  • Description: This is the park's general information request email -- it does not go directly to the campground, and is only checked a few times per week.

Fees

Cost: 20.00
Description: The nightly camping fee for Loop A at the South Rim is $20.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles. Title: Loop A Standard Camping Fee
Cost: 10.00
Description: Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $10.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles. Title: Loop A Senior / Access Camping Fee
Cost: 34.00
Description: The nightly camping fee for Loop B (RV sites with electricity) at the South Rim is $34.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles. Title: Loop B Standard Camping Fee
Cost: 17.00
Description: Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $17.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles. Title: Loop B Senior / Access Camping Fee
Cost: 20.00
Description: The nightly camping fee for Loop C at the South Rim is $20.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles. Title: Loop C Standard Camping Fee
Cost: 10.00
Description: Discounted camping rate for valid Senior or Access passes. The nightly camping fee with valid passes is $10.00. Group size limit is eight people and two vehicles. Title: Loop C Senior / Access Camping Fee

Reservation

Number Of Sites Reservable: 74

Number Of Sites FirstComeFirstServe: 14

About

The South Rim Campground is located one mile (1.6 km) from the South Rim Visitor Center. All campsites are by reservation only through Recreation.gov. Sites are fairly close together, partially shaded by tall shrubs. Only Loop B offers 20 and 30 amp electric hookups. During the warm season, drinking water is available, but there are no showers, dish cleaning stations, or water for RV tanks. Elevation: 8400 ft (2560 m). NOTE: Due to wildfire damage, limited sites (non-electric only) are currently available.

Directions

Reservation Details

Reservation Info: All sites in all loops must be reserved through Recreation.gov. Only loop B is open in winter. NOTE: Due to wildfire damage, limited sites (non-electric only) are currently available.

Regulations Overview: -Camp only in designated sites. -Maximum occupancy: 8 people, 2 vehicles per campsite. -Check In/ Out Time: 11 am -Pets must be leashed at all times. -Properly extinguish fires. Do not leave fires unattended. -Use bear boxes for any scented items, food, etc. -Stay is limited to 14 consecutive nights for a total of 30 days within a calendar year.

Reservation Link

Reservation URL: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234052

Regulations URL: N/A

Accessibility

  • wheelchairAccess= There is sidewalk access from paved roads to the pit toilets.

  • internetInfo=

  • cellPhoneInfo= Cell service is unreliable at best, and often non-existent. Do not expect cell service within the park.

  • fireStovePolicy= Fires are permitted only in the designated fire rings, and only as long as there are no burn bans or dangerous fire weather.

  • rvAllowed= 1

  • rvInfo= RVs and trailers are allowed. Loop B has sites large enough for RVs and trailers (combined length) up to 55 feet. Most sites in Loop B average about 30 feet. Sites in Loops A and C can typically fit a 23-foot RV or car/ trailer combined length.

  • rvMaxLength= 55

  • additionalInfo= Due to effects of the 2025 South Rim Fire, some areas of the campground are closed to all access for safety and rehabilitation purposes. Be aware that windblown ash, soot, and other fire debris may be present in the campground at any time.

  • trailerMaxLength= 55

  • adaInfo= There are two designated ADA accessible campsites on the South Rim: A21 and B1. Both are reservable on Recreation.gov. The sites are level concrete with easy access to pit toilets. The campground road/loop roads are paved. The campground amphitheater is not currently ADA accessible.

  • trailerAllowed= 1

  • accessRoads= Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

    SubValue: "Paved Roads - All vehicles OK"

  • classifications= Limited Development Campground

    SubValue: "Limited Development Campground"

Amenities

  • trashRecyclingCollection= Yes - year round

  • toilets= Vault Toilets - year round

    SubValue: "Vault Toilets - year round"

  • internetConnectivity= No

  • showers= None

    SubValue: "None"

  • cellPhoneReception= No

  • laundry= No

  • amphitheater= Yes - seasonal

  • dumpStation= No

  • campStore= No

  • staffOrVolunteerHostOnsite= Yes - seasonal

  • potableWater= Yes - seasonal

    SubValue: "Yes - seasonal"

  • iceAvailableForSale= No

  • firewoodForSale= No

  • foodStorageLockers= Yes - year round

campsites

  • totalSites=88

  • group=0

  • horse=0

  • tentOnly=0

  • electricalHookups=23

  • rvOnly=0

  • walkBoatTo=0

  • other=0