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Grand Canyon National Park is seeking the public's input on a proposed increase for frontcountry camping fees. This increase would begin April 1, 2025.
Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) collects campground fees from visitors for overnight stays. GRCA is seeking public comment on proposed fee increases for standard tent and RV sites at Mather, Desert View and North Rim campgrounds. The current camping fees have remained unchanged for the past 20 years.
Under the authority of the Federal Lands and Recreation Enhancement Act, GRCA retains 80% of the recreation fees it collects. These fees are used in projects to improve the visitor experience, services, facilities and safety.
In 2023 Grand Canyon welcomed 159,019 overnight tent stays and 84,332 RV overnight stays. Currently, standard tent/RV users are charged $18.00 per night to stay at Mather, Desert View and North Rim Campgrounds. A 50% discount is offered Senior and Access pass holders. The proposed prices for standard tent and RV sites is $30.00 per night and $15.00 with the Senior and Access pass discounts. Rates for Equestrian, Group and Walk-up sites will remain unchanged for the 2025 season.
Recreation Branch Chief
Media inquiries please contact the GRCA Public Affairs Office at grca_public_affairs@nps.gov
Grand Canyon National Park (GRCA) collects campground fees from visitors for overnight stays. GRCA is seeking public comment on proposed fee increases for standard tent and RV sites at Mather, Desert View and North Rim campgrounds. The current camping fees have remained unchanged for the past 20 years.
Under the authority of the Federal Lands and Recreation Enhancement Act, GRCA retains 80% of the recreation fees it collects. These fees are used in projects to improve the visitor experience, services, facilities and safety.
In 2023 Grand Canyon welcomed 159,019 overnight tent stays and 84,332 RV overnight stays. Currently, standard tent/RV users are charged $18.00 per night to stay at Mather, Desert View and North Rim Campgrounds. A 50% discount is offered Senior and Access pass holders. The proposed prices for standard tent and RV sites is $30.00 per night and $15.00 with the Senior and Access pass discounts. Rates for Equestrian, Group and Walk-up sites will remain unchanged for the 2025 season.
Contact Information
Nathan RhyneRecreation Branch Chief
Media inquiries please contact the GRCA Public Affairs Office at grca_public_affairs@nps.gov