Season: Winter,Spring,Summer,Fall,  Intensity: 1,  Duration: 24-168 hours,  Location: All

Description

Mather Campground features 319 sites for tents and RV’s. There is a maximum of two vehicles, three tents, and six people per site. Group sites are also available and allow for a maximum of 50 people and three vehicles.

The National Park Service requests that campers do not collect down wood to burn - wood for the campsite grills can be bought at the nearby general store. Shower and laundry facilities are available for a fee. 

The campground is open all year long, and it is strongly recommended that visitors make reservations during the peak tourist season, which typically lasts from March 1 through mid-November. Reservations should be made as early as five months ahead of time as the campsites are in high demand, especially during the spring and summer. During the winter, reservations are not required.

Opening Dates

Open year-round

Amenities

• no hook-ups
• campsite grills
• picnic tables
• water and toilets
• Within close proximity to showers, a laundromat, dump station, general store, post office, bank, gift shops, cafeteria, gas station and shuttle stop.

Elevation

6,800 feet 

Points of Interest

• Pets are allowed at this campsite, but they must be leashed at all times and should not be left unattended. Pets are not allowed on shuttle busses or below the canyon rim at any time. Kennels are located in the South Rim Village.
• There is a seven day camping limit. Check out is at 11:00 am.

Fees

From March 1 to mid-November: $18.00 for each campsite per night, and $50.00 per night for a group campsite. 50% discounts are given to holders of the Interagency Senior Pass, Interagency Access Pass, Golden Age Passport, and Golden Access Passport. Card holders must be present at the camping site. In the winter, fees can be paid in either cash or credit at the automated fee machine by the campground office.

From mid-November to February 28: $15.00 for each campsite per night, and $13.00 per night for a group campsite.

Resources  

• Making Reservations for Mather Campground
• Camping Tips 
• What to Take Camping 
• Camping Safety 
• Video on How to Build a Campfire
• Video on Essential Camping Tent Tips

Related Information

Dining

Gift Stores

Lodging

Packages and Tours

Insider Tips 

• Be prepared for cool temperatures, even in the summer.
• Please note that a vehicle that is towing a trailer, pop-up, tent trailer, fifth wheel, or a motor home towing a vehicle is considered two vehicles.
• Be alert to wildlife especially in or around your campground. Make sure to stay a safe distance away.

Additional Maps

Additional printable maps of the Grand Canyon area are available courtesy of the National Park Service. Visit our general Maps page for more information.