Coconino Rim Road Dispersed Camping
Kaibab National Forest
Write a Review Coconino Rim Rd. Grand Canyon, AZ 86023 928-220-5019 Official WebsiteGPS: 35.9623, -111.9644
Overview of Coconino Rim Road Dispersed Camping
Camping is not permitted in the national park, which you must drive through to access the national forest camping area. Please use the coordinates provided and be sure to enter the national forest about 3/4 past the cattle guard from Highway 64.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by camper-909477 on 5/19/2024
Longest RV Reported: 42 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by Wyopooh on 4/10/2022
Pad Type dirt
Elevation 7,471 ft / 2,277 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Coconino Rim Road Dispersed Camping
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 928-220-5019
camper-844884 asked on 7/7/2023
Is the onsite water drinkable with a filtration system?
Corbett's Adventure asked on 4/27/2023
Where is the nearest place to get water and dump?
camper-753129 asked on 2/26/2023
Is THE grand canyon south rim on walking distantce? Or only by car?
camper-808727 asked on 5/11/2024
Is this site close to the south rim of the Grand Canyon? I heard those are the best views for picture taking.
CaptainElwood asked on 6/17/2023
Do you need a Grand Canyon Backcountry Permit to stay here?
Daebado asked on 5/19/2023
Making plans for a trip here in September. Will we need a genny to run A/C or is it cool enough during the day to no...
The Cappy's asked on 4/16/2023
How far is the “rough” road in before the cattle grate? Thanks.
No Sticks No Bricks asked on 8/23/2022
Anyone know the closest place to fill a RV with potable water?
DKOP asked on 3/26/2022
Anyone ever try taking the fire roads 682 and 307 to get there? https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Cameron,+AZ/Grandview...
Traveling S's asked on 2/23/2022
Last October we tried to go to this spot... but we couldn't find it. We even printed the directions in the reviews (...
Ric asked on 2/16/2022
Are you able to access this from highway 64 in the park? I’ve always camped closer to Tusayan, but if I can access th...
Suzanna asked on 5/26/2021
What of free trash disposal? I hear this area charges alot to dump trash.
LizBricker asked on 3/22/2021
Can a 32 foot 5th wheeler fit in the Coconino Rim Road dispersed campsites?
Hello Freedom asked on 9/6/2020
WILL SOLAR WORK HERE? Has anyone successfully used solar here at the Coconino Rim Road dispersed campsites? Lots of r...
Reviews of Coconino Rim Road Dispersed Camping 97 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 11/20/2023
“Had The Whole Beautiful Area To Myself For Days. ”
Reviewed 8/7/2024
| Days stayed: | 14 |
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I absolutely love this whole area. Far from roads and city noise. Actually had a pack of wild horses on two of my mornings. Many interesting trails nearby. The Hull Cabin is a must see. Also, the Grandview Lookout tower with housing for operator in the day. I actually climbed the tower with great views of the canyon in the distanc... more
I absolutely love this whole area. Far from roads and city noise. Actually had a pack of wild horses on two of my mornings. Many interesting trails nearby. The Hull Cabin is a must see. Also, the Grandview Lookout tower with housing for operator in the day. I actually climbed the tower with great views of the canyon in the distance. Water is the biggest challenge. Need to drive 12+ miles to Mather Campground camper service to fill up your water bottles or rigs. I wish there was a lake nearby for fishing or swimming. But I guess you can’t have everything. I will come again.
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Audrey McCoy would stay here again
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“Excellent Forest Quiet Camping ”
Reviewed 5/25/2024
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Excellent spot easy any vehicle and RV. Came in from Cameron AZ. We have annual pass did ask for drivers DL nice to see them check 1st park out of 4 that checked. After that stopped at Desert view at lookout watch tower then headed in to coconino rim road service comes back close to the turn came in about 6 miles and found a spot all a... more
Excellent spot easy any vehicle and RV. Came in from Cameron AZ. We have annual pass did ask for drivers DL nice to see them check 1st park out of 4 that checked. After that stopped at Desert view at lookout watch tower then headed in to coconino rim road service comes back close to the turn came in about 6 miles and found a spot all alone. Plenty of places. If you come in from tusyan no fee forest rd 302 to 310. Stars are plenty trees are tall pinecones plenty. Excellent spot.
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camper-926115 would stay here again
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“Great Spot ”
Reviewed 5/19/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Arrived Saturday 6pm and lots of available space. 15 mins to south visitor centre so can’t ask any better than that. Bumpy road but manageable
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camper-909477 would stay here again
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“Quiet, Shady Spots”
Reviewed 5/15/2024
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When you first turn of the highway there is a sign saying no camping, no fires: $500 fine. At that point you’re still on NP land, drive less than a mile and you enter Coconino NF land and there’s lots of dispersed spots to camp at
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Verizon 4G
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“Wild horses at our tent site! ”
Reviewed 5/13/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
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I really loved being able to camp in the national park, but I was NOT prepared for a pack of horses to wake me in the tent. These horses are VERY tolerant to people and dogs and they hung around our camp constantly which was super cool but also inconvenient. There was also quite a bit of traffic through the area and some trash scattere... more
I really loved being able to camp in the national park, but I was NOT prepared for a pack of horses to wake me in the tent. These horses are VERY tolerant to people and dogs and they hung around our camp constantly which was super cool but also inconvenient. There was also quite a bit of traffic through the area and some trash scattered. I would definitely stay here again in a pinch, but it’s not the best camp for long term stay.
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camper-673915 would stay here again
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“Really enjoyed it”
Reviewed 4/20/2024
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | No numbers |
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It is really nice if you like disbursed campin. Beautiful scenery, quiet, a bit of a dirty ride in for your tow vehicle but that’s expected. Lots of sites available. We stayed in April on a weekend and still pleanty of spaces open
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camper-813698 would stay here again
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“Everything you need for free near the Kaibab trailhead”
Reviewed 11/20/2023
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Halfway along the road from the West entrance; we stayed to get an early start on the Kaibab trail the next day. We used the fire ring with wood we had and some left by others. Ground was a little wonky but the sites were mostly flat. Plenty of room. Unpaved access road but well maintained. Literally a hundred yards off the rim roa... more
Halfway along the road from the West entrance; we stayed to get an early start on the Kaibab trail the next day. We used the fire ring with wood we had and some left by others. Ground was a little wonky but the sites were mostly flat. Plenty of room.
Unpaved access road but well maintained. Literally a hundred yards off the rim road. You can pay for showers and get a free dump and launderette at the park campsite near the entrance.
Thank you National Forest Folk!
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camper-879499 would stay here again
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“Beautiful Secluded Campsites, Road Closed After Parking”
Reviewed 10/30/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Road very rough for first half mile off Highway 64. Beautiful and quiet camp sites. They closed the road the morning after we arrived with our 43’ fifth wheel. Had to take fire road 302 for 16 very bumpy miles to get out. Very frustrating as there was no signage letting us know the road in was going to be closed and for at least 2 mont... more
Road very rough for first half mile off Highway 64. Beautiful and quiet camp sites. They closed the road the morning after we arrived with our 43’ fifth wheel. Had to take fire road 302 for 16 very bumpy miles to get out. Very frustrating as there was no signage letting us know the road in was going to be closed and for at least 2 months!
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“Plenty Of Space To Separate Yourself From Other Campers, This is Truly A Gem…”
Reviewed 10/19/2023
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The road in is very rough, but take your time, and you will be fine. Once inside the area, most of the campsites are very level and Have plenty of trees for shelter from the sun
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camper-876773 would stay here again
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“Great Spot Close To The Grand Canyon”
Reviewed 10/3/2023
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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We stayed for one night while passing through the Grand Canyon. Entering from the National Park (North side of dispersed camping) there’s a sign about 1/2 mile down Coconino Rim Rd / Rd 310 letting you know you are entering Kaibab National Forest and are free to camp (and the road gets better from here). The short road from highway 64 ... more
We stayed for one night while passing through the Grand Canyon. Entering from the National Park (North side of dispersed camping) there’s a sign about 1/2 mile down Coconino Rim Rd / Rd 310 letting you know you are entering Kaibab National Forest and are free to camp (and the road gets better from here). The short road from highway 64 is a little rough, but if you drive slow and carefully you should be alright! We were in a 26ft RV and didn’t have a problem finding a spot! Our site even had a rock fire ring!
There is a cell tower in the middle of this area, so service shouldn’t be an issue (full bars on AT&T and Verizon for us).
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camper-780529 would stay here again
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“Closed!”
noted 5/3/2024
Drove by today and they have upgraded the road, renamed it The Arizona Trail and there are signs that clearly state no camping or fires.
135 reviews
“Road In Impassable ”
noted 4/17/2023
On April 17, the road in was impassable due to mucky conditions from a wet and snowy winter. A truck was stuck waiting for a tow. We did not attempt pulling a 34’ 5th wheel.
135 reviews
“Road Impassable On April 17”
noted 4/17/2023
Couldn’t get in with 34’ 5th wheel due to mucky road. One guy was stuck waiting for a tow.
“Dispersed Camp is not accessible as of 27 Mar 23. Road is not cleared .”
noted 3/27/2023
Large wall off snow blocking entrance.
6 reviews
“2 Feet Of Snow (Feb ‘23)”
noted 2/4/2023
Access road off of Hwy 64 was impassable due to ~2ft of snow that doesn’t look like it’s melting anytime soon. Just a heads up for anyone passing through in the next few weeks.
Rated 4 stars to not throw off the average, but needless to say didn’t stay here
noted 4/11/2022
Elevation is 7,500', not the advertised 6,000'. I'm glad I caught that before heading up for an end of April visit! That kind of elevation error makes a substantial difference in the likelihood of freezing weather at night.
14 reviews
noted 4/19/2020
2018 Camper's Choice #15
2018, 2019 Best Free Camping list
16 reviews
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