Question 1

Can my RV fit at North Rim Campground?

Accepted Answer

Only if it's small. The maximum combined length of RV, car and/or trailer is 22 feet total, there are no electrical hookups, and generators are prohibited. Big rigs should look elsewhere.

Question 2

Do I need a reservation?

Accepted Answer

No - and you can't make one. The 13 sites are first-come, first-served. Payment must be made with Scan & Pay on the Recreation.gov app, so download it before you enter the park because there's no cell service on site.

Question 3

Are there bears? How do I store food?

Accepted Answer

This is bear country. Year-round bear boxes are provided at the campground - store all food and scented items in them, and keep at least 100 yards from bears per park rules.

Question 4

Is there drinking water and are there showers?

Accepted Answer

Potable water is available seasonally, so bring your own jugs as backup. There are no showers - just vault toilets, available year-round.

Question 5

Can a regular car handle the road in?

Accepted Answer

In good weather, yes - the unpaved roads are rated OK for all vehicles. The last 5.6 miles are dirt/gravel, so take it slow, and note the North Rim road closes to vehicles in winter, typically reopening by early May.

Question 6

Can I bring my dog?

Accepted Answer

Yes, pets are allowed in the campground, but they must be leashed at all times.

Question 7

Will it be quiet at night?

Accepted Answer

About as quiet as frontcountry camping gets: generators are prohibited, there are only 13 sites, and the campground sits on the park's remote rim at the end of an unpaved road.

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