Reviews

Nate Ver Hey

My recent stay at the Desert View Campground was nothing short of spectacular, offering a truly exceptional Grand Canyon experience far removed from the typical crowds. This is a genuinely amazing campsite that perfectly balances accessibility with solitude, and it will definitely be our go-to spot for future visits. What immediately set Desert View apart was the incredible scenery and the lack of crowds. Unlike the main Grand Canyon Village viewing areas, which can feel hectic, Desert View provided a peaceful, intimate experience. The views from the campground area were all the "right views"—stunning, expansive, and deeply inspiring—but we often felt like we had them all to ourselves. The campground itself is thoughtfully designed. The sites are very well spaced, offering a comfortable sense of privacy and quiet. This excellent spacing contributed significantly to the relaxed atmosphere, allowing us to fully appreciate the natural surroundings without being on top of our neighbors. For anyone looking to capture the awe of the Grand Canyon while maintaining a sense of peace and tranquility, Desert View Campground is the perfect choice. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and are already planning our return. We will certainly be back again next year!

Jesse Chappell

What a great campground. Primitive but it has everything that you need. Clean flushing toilets, and a camp store that is open seasonally. Fees are reasonable considering the location! Come and check this place out, you won't regret it.

Mike Foley

Desert view campground was awesome. It was rustic tent camping. Everything was clean with's fire pit and a picnic table. The fire restrictions were lifted and we had a wonderful campfire. The host Chris was awesome very friendly and knowledgeable and helped us out a lot he's top notch in my book.

Samantha LaFond

A little busy but it was easy to book a site in advance. Luckily we were able to secure a quiet pad to ourselves. I wouldn’t recommend anyone in a large RV to stay there. It was tight with our truck camper pulling a trailer. We unhitched and tucked in for the night. Not much for critter action compared to the other RV parks.

S S

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!

Craig Irrgang

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!

eddie moreno

Clean and spacious campground. Stayed on site 47. Plenty of shade. Camp host was super nice and very knowledgeable. Definitely go watch the sunset from the watchtower. There's a hiking trail right across the campsite that leads to the canyon for great view of the sunrise! Also spotted a group of deer 3 minutes from my camp site!

Jason Holmes

Even with covid restrictions in place. A little common courtesy and this is a wonderful and educational experience. The farthest point east that is on the trails and wonderful views. Educational.

Nick Zupkofska

Nice campground. The campsites are really close and the driveway around the campground is narrow. There is one restroom facility for the entire camp. The facilities are decent. Upon arrival the camp host (Allen) gave us a warm welcome and gave us great suggestions to make the most of our visit. The vegetation is plentiful however like the name suggests it's desert plants. We set up tents and found the ground to be rough with lots of small jagged rocks. We spent some time clearing the site of sharp rocks and twigs. The campground is in the park but at the far east, about 25 miles from the main attractions of the park.

Abel Nazario

This place is awesome. Bathrooms are super clean. Asphalt sites with dirt camping next to them. Do reserve a site because they do get full by end of day. Alan our camping host is super cool! He has a Matthew McConaughey vibe, very welcoming and makes sure your stay is great! Don’t forget to walk down to the Watchtower to see the sunset!

Anani Mouse

Loved this campground. Clean. Quiet. Just a 4 minute walk from our tent to our own private view of the rim. Bathrooms, potable water, and a sink to wash camp dishes are the only amenities here so no excessive foot traffic. The camp hosts are pleasant and have some supplies like tent stakes in case of emergency. It’s far from the main crowd of tourists so you feel a bit like you’re in the wilderness, but not as risky as dispersed camping. We got a great view of the Milky Way in the short time between sunset and the rise of the full moon. We would definitely stay here again. To shower, you will need to drive to the South Entrance area before 6pm which is about a 30 minute drive- more if you stop and enjoy the overlooks. These overlooks have few visitors in the morning so it’s a great way to enjoy the canyon.