Camping in Bryce Canyon

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• Book Your Campsite
• Interactive Campground Map
• Camping Information
• Seasons & Reservations
• Fees & Discounts
• Campground Maps
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Things To Do

Bryce Canyon National Park has two campgrounds, North campground (open year-round) and Sunset campground (closed in winter). Both campgrounds are located in close proximity to the Visitor Center, Bryce Canyon Lodge, and the main Bryce Amphitheater.

First-come, first-served campsite availability is hard to predict, but we generally recommend arriving before noon (if possible), and making your campsite your first priority when you arrive. 

Campers can reserve an available site or arrive to claim their reserved site 24 hours a day. Campers must check out on their day of departure by 11:30 a.m.

Help us reduce congestion and pollution in the park. During shuttle season (mid-April to mid-October), campers are encouraged to leave their vehicles at their campsite and utilize our free shuttle service to visit the park's most iconic areas. Please note that vehicles over 23 ft (7 m) are restricted from parking in the Bryce Amphitheater during shuttle hours.

 

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2025 Campground Seasons and Reservations

North Campground (Open Year-Round)

Non-Peak Season, October 7 - December 31, 2024: Loop A & B, first come, first serve.
Non-Peak Season, January 1 – May 16, 2025 (Only Loop A until April 15): Up to 6-month advance reservations via Recreation.gov
Peak Seaon, May 17 - October 4, 2025: Up to 6-month advance reservations via Recreation.gov
October 5 – December 31, 2025: Up to 6-month advance reservations via Recreation.gov

Sunset Campground (Closed in Winter)

Non-Peak Season, April 15 – May 16, 2025 (weather & snowpack depending): Up to 14-day advance reservations via Recreation.gov
Peak Season, May 17 – October 11, 2025: Up to 14-day advance reservations via Recreation.gov
October 12, 2025 – April 14, 2026: Closed (weather dependent)

Sunset Campground Group Site

April 15 – May 17: First-come, first-served
May 18 – October 17: Up to 14-day advance reservations via Recreation.gov
October 18 – October 31: First-come, first-served (weather-dependent)

Sunset Campground ADA Accessible Sites

Loop A has two accessible sites: Site 224 and Site 223.

To reserve these ADA-accessible sites you may send your request to: Bryce Canyon National Park, PO Box 640201, Bryce, UT 84764, Attention: Campground Supervisor.

Or, you may leave a message on the Campground phone: [phone]. Be sure to include your name, contact information (phone # and/or email address) and the dates you wish to reserve. If ADA sites are available, they can also be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis by inquiring with the campground host.

 

Campsite Fees

RVs	$30 per site per night
Tents	$30 per site per night

Discounts

Holders of the following passes (with valid ID) receive a 50% discount on their camping fees:

• Golden Age & Golden Access Passes;
• America the Beautiful Federal Lands Senior Pass (lifetime pass for U.S. residents 62 years and older);
• America the Beautiful Federal Lands Access Pass (lifetime pass for U.S. residents with a permanent disability).

Note: All other pass-holders (e.g. Annual / Military / Volunteer / 4th Grade "Every Kid in a Park") are not eligible for a discount on camping fees.

 

Campground Maps

North Campground Map
Sunset Campground Map

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Check-in and Check-out Times?

Campers can reserve an available site or arrive to claim their reserved site 24 hours a day. 
Campers must check out on their day of departure by 11:30 a.m.

Where should I go to book a campsite?

If you're looking to book a first-come, first-served campsite, please go directly to the campground. You can get the necessary information at the entrance kiosk or by speaking to a campground host.

If you're looking to reserve a campsite, please visit Recreation.gov. 

What is the best way to get a first-come, first-served campsite?

It's very difficult to predict whether a first-come, first-served campsite will be available when you arrive at the park. Here are some tips:

• Be here early. Aim to arrive before noon if possible.
• Make it a priority. When you get to the park, head straight to the campground to get information, ask questions, and reserve a spot.
• Time your visit right. Visiting during our busy summer season, on holiday weekends, or other special occasions makes it more difficult to find a spot. Consider weekdays or a shoulder season visit for better odds of getting a campsite.

What if I can't find a campsite?

Due to rising visitation, Bryce Canyon's front-country campgrounds can fill by noon on weekends in May through October. If you arrive too late to get a site in a designated campground, you have the following options:

• Go to a private campground or stay in lodging in gateway communities. Visit Garfield County Tourism Bureau for more information.
• Check out options for dispersed camping (note: you are responsible for understanding and abiding by all USFS and BLM regulations).

Dispersed camping is not allowed within the park. Campers found along the roadside or at a roadside pull-off within the park may be subject to citation.

Will my trailer/RV fit in my site?

Campsites vary in size and the only way to know for sure if your trailer or RV will fit is by verifying the length of your rig (including your tow-car) and comparing it to your intended site's measurements before booking. Dimensions for all campsites can be found on Recreation.gov.

If your tow-car causes your measurements to exceed the site's dimensions (wheels on pavement at all times), you will have to leave your tow-car in the overflow lot located near the Visitor Center. Please inquire with the campground host for parking information before parking in the overflow lot.

 

Can I park my van in a tent loop?

It depends! A small van, or vehicle with a roof-top tent, can park in a tent site only if it fits in the space without overflowing into the road or damaging resources (no parking, camping, or walking on vegetation).

Do not remove barricades (Large rocks, large tree branches, logs or carsonite posts) for any reason. Cars are to stay on paved areas.

To ensure your vehicle will fit, please check the site dimensions on Recreation.gov before booking.

Can I set up my tent in an RV spot?

No. At this time tents are only permitted in areas designated for tent camping.

Does my pass get me a discount on my campsite?

It depends on the pass! Only the following passholders (with valid ID) are entitled to a 50% discount on their camping fees:

• Golden Age & Golden Access Passes;
• America the Beautiful Federal Lands Senior Pass (lifetime pass for U.S. residents 62 years and older);
• America the Beautiful Federal Lands Access Pass (lifetime pass for U.S. residents with a permanent disability).

All other pass-holders (e.g. Annual / Military / Volunteer / 4th Grade "Every Kid in a Park") are not eligible for a discount on camping fees.

Where can I shower and do laundry?

Coin-operated shower and laundry facilities are available at the General Store during operating hours. The General Store is located near Sunrise Point and North Campground and also serves "grab-and-go" hot and cold food, beverages, camping supplies, and souvenirs.

The General Store is typically closed between January and March.

Where can I buy supplies and firewood?

In addition to restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities, the General Store also offers  "grab-and-go" hot and cold foods such as hot dogs, ice cream, and sandwiches. Beverages such as soda, water, beer, and coffee are also available. Visitors can also find camping supplies including firewood and souvenirs.

The General Store is typically closed between January and March.

Note: Gathering firewood, pine cones or pine needles found within park boundaries is prohibited.

Can I use my generator?

If you're camping in a designated tent loop, generators are not permitted to be used at any time.

If you're camping in an RV loop, generator hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. only.

Can I use my own shower?

No. There are no sewer hookups at any campsite and portable showers and toilets are prohibited. This includes solar showers, and showers or toilets set up in pop-up tents.

I have more questions, who can I contact?

If you still have questions after reviewing this site, you can e-mail us at [e-mail].

 

 

Can't Find a Campsite?

The park has become an extremely popular destination in recent years. Due to this popularity, front-country park campgrounds can fill by noon on weekends May through October.

If you arrive too late to get a site in a designated campground, you have the following options:

Go to a private campground or stay in lodging in gateway communities. Visit Garfield County Tourism Bureau for more information.

Check out options for dispersed camping (note: you are responsible for understanding and abiding by all USFS regulations).

Camping along the roadside or at a roadside pull off is not allowed within the park and violators may be subject to a citation.