Bryce Canyon Pines Campground

Bryce Canyon Pines Campground at Bryce Canyon National Park with RVs parked along a gravel loop.

Bryce Canyon Pines Campground sits just outside Bryce Canyon National Park in a Ponderosa Pine forest. It offers 45 sites split among tent, RV, and a group site, with 20/30/50 amp on RV pads and water at select sites. In winter, water is off at sites but the campground store provides potable water; showers are free and recently renovated. Proximity to Bryce Canyon makes it popular, though highway noise can affect some sites.

Quick facts

Reservation System: Private (Direct booking via phone or website)
Reservation Window: Unknown; call for same-day availability after 5 PM
Reservation Tips: Call for same-day availability after 5 PM; book directly via bcpines.com
Season Dates: Open year-round, full services Apr–Oct; limited operations Nov–Mar (water off at sites; potable water at campground store)

Reservations & season

Reservation System: Private (Direct booking via phone or website)
Reservation Window: Unknown; call for same-day availability after 5 PM
Reservation Tips: Call for same-day availability after 5 PM; book directly via bcpines.com
Season Dates: Open year-round, full services Apr–Oct; limited operations Nov–Mar (water off at sites; potable water at campground store)
Fills Up Speed: Usually fills up quickly due to proximity to Bryce Canyon
Per Night Cost: $35/night for tent sites (RV rates not specified)
Passes Accepted: 10% military and Good Sam discounts; America the Beautiful pass not discounted

Sites & RV fit

Sites Total: 45
Site Types: Tent sites, RV sites, group site
Site Type Breakdown: 16 tent, 30 RV, 1 group site
RV Max Length: Up to 40 ft on pull-through and back-in sites; some sites accommodate over 40 ft
Group Sites Available: 1
Group Site Capacity: 10-15 tents
Hookups: Electrical 20/30/50 amp at all RV sites; water and sewer at select RV sites
Site Features: Fire ring, picnic table at each site; shared spigots for water; on-site store and fuel
Ground Type: Gravel surfaces at sites and roads
Site Privacy: Privacy provided by trees; some sites near road experience highway noise

Facilities

Bathroom Types: Newly renovated flush toilets; Porta-potties near tent sites
Showers Available: Free hot showers, recently renovated
Potable Water: Potable water at shared spigots; winter water off at sites; store provides potable water
Dump Station: On-site dump station
Trash Service: General trash disposal provided
Camp Store: On-site general store and fuel station
Firewood Availability: Firewood available at on-site store/fuel station
Cell Service: T-Mobile and AT&T excellent; Verizon good
Nearby Facilities: On-site store and fuel; gas and groceries in Bryce City just 3 miles away

Access

Road Type: Gravel roads within campground
Road Conditions: Gravel but well-compressed
Clearance Needed: Sedan-friendly
Distance From Entrance: About 10 minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park entrance
Nearest Gas Services: On-site store/fuel; Bryce City 3 miles away
Elevation: Varies

Rules & safety

Bear Country: Yes
Food Storage Requirements: Bear country; follow standard bear safety practices
Fire Restrictions: Seasonal fire bans common
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: Leash rules not specified
Alcohol Permitted: 0

What it is like

Onsite Activities: Hiking, biking, horseback riding; hotel pool and hot tub access in area; Red Canyon Bike Trail connects to Bryce Canyon NP
Trailheads Nearby: Red Canyon Bike Trail access directly from campground
Wildlife Viewing: Bear country; wildlife may be seen around the Pines
Stargazing Quality: Good stargazing potential in a remote pine forest
Shade Coverage: Plenty of shade from Ponderosa Pines
Scenic Views: Forest views of pine trees; distant canyon glimpses possible from some sites
Noise Level: Highway 12 can contribute noise for some sites
Vibe Check: Functional basecamp near Bryce Canyon; forested, with privacy from trees but some road noise; not a remote backcountry experience.
Camp Here If Skip If: ✅ BOOK IF: You need RV hookups up to 40 ft, 20/30/50 amp, and want an on-site store within easy reach; you’re fine with some road noise. ❌ SKIP IF: You’re seeking a fully remote pine-forest site with no vehicle noise and no hookups.
Tips Advice: Reserve early; it’s popular near Bryce Canyon.
Water is store-dependent in winter—fill at the campground store.
Choose sites away from Highway 12 if you want quieter nights.
Pack warm layers; pine shade helps but nights cool quickly.

More details

Park Area: Bryce Canyon National Park area
Family Friendly Notes: Family-friendly with showers, an on-site store, and proximity to Bryce Canyon; be aware of potential highway noise
Nearby Attractions: Bryce Canyon National Park entrance ~10 minutes away; Bryce City ~3 miles; Red Canyon Bike Trail nearby
Terrain Type: Ponderosa Pine forest; generally level with some slight grades
Temperature Ranges: Varies by season
Setup Strategy: Big private campground with 45 sites; RV pull-through and back-in sites up to 40 ft; gravel internal roads; sedan-friendly; plan to arrive before sundown if checking in late; store on-site for supplies and fuel.
Bath Laundry Recon: Showers are a highlight—free and renovated; laundry details are not specified; plan accordingly and rely on the on-site store for supplies.
Review Summary: Rated 4 stars from 257 reviews; guests praise the proximity to Bryce Canyon, updated showers, and on-site store; some note highway noise and privacy variability depending on site location.