Tusayan - Montane

Photo · Forest Service photo by Z. Rice

Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

167Sites

50 ftMax rig

The place

Perhaps the biggest draw to Tusayan-Montane Campground in northern Arizona is its proximity to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Located just 4 miles south of the park entrance in beautiful Kaibab National Forest, Tusayan-Montane is a quiet, peaceful campground that generally has open camping sites. A nature trail weaves its way through the pine forest, and many more hiking opportunities are within a short drive. The facility can accommodate individual and family visitors, as well as large groups up to 75 people. Keep reading

Recreation The campground has trail connectivity to the town of Tusayan and the Arizona National Scenic Trail. The Tusayan-Montane Loop Trails offer up to 9 miles of non-motorized trails. The trails are open to Equestrian, Hiking, and Biking users. E-Bikes are also allowed. However, Equestrian use is not allowed within the campground. The campground has two of the five access points to the trail system. The other three trailhead locations are on Forest Road 302. There is also a shorter loop trail within the campground that allow visitors to observe local flora and fauna. Elsewhere, the nearby town of Tusayan offers horseback riding, helicopter rides, and other tours. Many hiking, sightseeing, cultural history, and outdoor recreation opportunities lie just a few miles away in Grand Canyon National Park. Facilities The campground has 142 single campsites across 5 loops, each accommodating up to eight people maximum. There are also 18 double campsites that can accommodate up to 14 people. 30 of these sites are non-reservable and only available on a first-come, first-served basis. All other sites are reservable. Sites include picnic tables, fire pits and grills, and vehicle parking, with access to nearby vault toilets. There are also two group sites. Group Site A accommodates up to 75 people. Group Site B accommodates up to 50 people. Groups larger than 75 people can reserve both Group Sites A and B. The group sites have picnic shelters, tables, and tent pads. Centralized water spigots and trash dumpsters are available in the Flameflower Loop for all campers. Due to limited water supply, RVs are not permitted to fill holding tanks. Natural Features Tusayan-Montane is situated in a pleasant Ponderosa pine and Gambel oak forest at an elevation of 6,600 ft. The forest is nestled on the Colorado Plateau, an area of land that was uplifted by geologic processes. Summer temperatures range from 50 degrees at night to 80-90 degrees during the day. Summer thunderstorms, known as the monsoon, can build up quickly, especially during July and August. Snow is common from December through March. Nearby Attractions Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, just 4 miles away, is a must-see for Tusayan-Montane campers. The adjacent town of Tusayan has a wide array of amenities, such as a gas station, restaurants, small grocery store, banks, hotels, internet access, mountain biking trails and many different tours.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 167

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
Black Bear	B01	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B02	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B03	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B04	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B05	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B06	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B07	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B08	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B09	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B10	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B11	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B12	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B13	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B14	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B15	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B16	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B17	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B18	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B19	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B20	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B21	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B22	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B23	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B24	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B25	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B26	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B27	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B28	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B29	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B30	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B31	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B32	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B33	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B34	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B35	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B36	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B37	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Black Bear	B38	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E01	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E02	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E03	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E04	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E05	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Elk	E06	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E07	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E08	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E09	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E10	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E11	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Elk	E12	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E13	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E14	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E15	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E16	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Elk	E17	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E18	standard nonelectric	45 ft	—	yes
Elk	E19	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E20	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E21	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes
Elk	E22	standard nonelectric	36 ft	—	yes

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SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

Fees

Additional vehicles may be accommodated depending on the site. Each additional vehicle is subject to a fee of$5 per vehicle, per night. Single Campsites accommodate 2 vehicles. Double Campsites accommodate 3 vehicles. Group Sites accommodate up to 15 vehicles. COMMERCIAL TOUR GROUPS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT TUSAYAN-MONTANE CAMPGROUND Commercial operators MUST obtain a special use permit to operate on National Forest System lands, including Tusayan-Montane Campground. Due to high public demand, Kaibab National Forest will not be issuing any special use permits for Tusayan-Montane Campground until further notice. Therefore, no commercial tour groups are allowed at Tusayan-Montane Campground. All violators will be removed from the campground immediately and given a fine for violating the Code of Federal Regulations.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

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