North Rim Campground Introduce
Nestled in the heart of Colorado's rugged landscape, North Rim Campground provides a unique backcountry camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. Located just a short drive from the iconic Grand Canyon, this primitive campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, perfect for nature lovers seeking a secluded getaway. With its stunning views and proximity to hiking trails, North Rim Campground is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding natural beauty.
- Prime Location: Situated near the Grand Canyon, offering breathtaking views of the landscape and easy access to Chasm Viewpoint via the nearby hiking trail.
- Camping Options: Features 13 tent and RV sites with ample space and privacy for each camper, ensuring a peaceful retreat from the bustling South Rim.
- Amenities: Equipped with vault toilets and water spigots, though visitors should note that these facilities require regular maintenance. Trash and recycling bins are also provided on-site.
Campers appreciate the campground's well-organized layout and the convenience of having access to basic amenities while still experiencing the raw beauty of nature. The short hike from the campground to Chasm Viewpoint is a favorite among visitors, offering stunning views of the canyon and making for an excellent sunrise or sunset spot.
Customer feedback highlights the charm of North Rim Campground, with many guests noting its peaceful atmosphere and proximity to hiking trails. While some mention the need for more frequent maintenance of restroom facilities, overall, the campground is highly regarded for its seclusion and natural beauty, making it a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the Grand Canyon's backcountry.
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Customer Reviews
Very well organized camping ground (even though sometimes you can't find the camp host), a lot of space and privacy for each spot and definitely way less crowded than the South Rim campground. Less than half a mile away hiking from the Chasm View viewpoint, which is a fabulous one!
The North Rim is a hike to get there, but worth it! We got there around 11am so that we could get a decent campsite since there are only 13 spots. (The South Rim was completely reserved.) We were rewarded with options. We took spot number 1 which was pretty spacious and private. You can take a short walk behind the site and have a great view of the canyon - we watched the sunset from the back of our site. The vault toilets are stinky - but it is a haul to get there to service them. There are also trash and recycling bins which we didn’t see at any other campgrounds on our weeklong trip. The campground also has water. The other sites don’t offer as much privacy - but then again, people are there to see the canyon. A short walk from camp is the “Chasm View Trail”.
Well maintained roads, well maintained grounds, would camp again! Especially since I had clouds in the evening and the nightsky is supposed to be magical here!
Get here early or don't come at all. I've camped here many times and every time it fills up by 2 or 3 pm. Yet ALL NIGHT people keep driving through the loop looking for a spot. This is INCREDIBLY rude to the campers as people will drive though with the brights on, sometimes going around the loop several times. Don't do this! If its after dark find somewhere else to camp. This is not a hotel. Nobody wants your headlights pointed at their camp.
The North Rim of the Black Canyon in Gunnison National Park is breathtaking. 13 sites available to those who get there first. Take the 2.5 mile hike out to Deadhorse Gulch. You won’t regret it.
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