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We are going to the Grand Canyon next week and would appreciate all information and suggestions on RV Camp sites in the area. It may be wishful thinking to think I can get a close site at the last minute but I thought it was worth a try. We may end up just getting a parking spot as close as possible and driving to the Canyon for the day. However, it would be nice to be able to spend more time there.
Luther

I've been advised to steer clear of the new glass walkway. Total rip.

Jay
87 SaftLiner

Luther,try one of these
(Desert View)  they do not take reservation but most of the time you an get a space 
(Mather)    1-800-365-CAMP

(Traders Village)      1-303-297-2757 

the Forest Service has some camp grounds but i don't know if they are open

Enjoy our State
P.S. if you need fuel  find a major truck stop in AZ and fillup at the RV pump and you save 9 cents a gallon in case you didn't know

We went to the Grand Canyon just after Christmas this year but we weren't in a bus. We came in from Williams and come to think of it, I didn't even see any campgrounds up towards the canyon. I know there are some just out of Williams. And there are others over on other rim.

Quote from: TomCat on August 21, 2007, 09:59:03 PM
I've been advised to steer clear of the new glass walkway. Total rip.

Jay
87 SaftLiner

I heard they wanted $75 to walk out on that thing. I don't think they have to worry about me being on it for that price!

 For something different, go around thru Jacob Lake to the north rim in Utah, much to see, less people, and many places to camp.>>>Dan

Or Antelope Canyon just outside of Page. ... its something to see.

Quote from: TomCat on August 21, 2007, 09:59:03 PM
I've been advised to steer clear of the new glass walkway. Total rip.

Jay
87 SaftLiner

I heard they wanted $75 to walk out on that thing. I don't think they have to worry about me being on it for that price!
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I also heard you could not take your own camera out on the walk either...so you'll have to buy their overpriced pics. WTF?

Jay
87 SaftLiner

We stayed in Trailer Village which has full hook ups.  Is mostly side by side parking, but with a little more room from each unit.  It is an easy walk into town, or take the shuttle bus that stops at the entrance to the RV park.  If you're going during the week, probably can get a spot.  Good Luck, TomC

Thanks to all for the info. I will let you know how I make out.
Luther

Luther if all else fails contact MAK he has connections at the Caverns! It wouldn't hurt to help support him a little as he does provide this great board for all of us to use, and learn from for free! JMHO FWIW!
;D  BK  ;D

BK, the Caverns are a 100 miles from the Canyon

Quote from: luvrbus on August 23, 2007, 09:48:39 AM
BK, the Caverns are a 100 miles from the Canyon

To get all the info on Grand Canyon, south rim, got to www.nps.gov/grca.  Under trip planner click on The Grand Canyon Guide.  The Guide has all the info you will need.  About Shuttle Buses, camping, motels, sunsets, you name it.  Take in some of the Ranger talks.  They are, as a rule, very interesting.  Go early in the morning to the mule corral and listen to the head mule skinner talk to the people who will be going down in the Canyon that day.  It is also an interesting half hour of info.  Sunset at Hopi point or Yaki point is a must see.  Sunrise ditto.  We drove Shuttle buses at the Canyon for seven seasons.  We have been away from there for several years, so a few things have changed, although most remains the same.  There are hiking trails on the rim, both in The Village and on the West Rim.  Have a great trip.

Marie & Herb Drecktrah

Quote from: luvrbus on August 23, 2007, 09:48:39 AM
BK, the Caverns are a 100 miles from the Canyon

Luvrbus what part of IF ALL ELSE FAILS YOU MIGHT TRY MAK Is not clear? 100 miles is what 1 1/2-2 hrs? Besides is that such a large distance that it couldn't still be done? One other noteworthy item how much $ is the things we all take for granted we learn and receive from this free board worth? Is it possible that once in a while we could do something little to maybe help Mike make a little $ to offset the costs of this free site ? After all Mike is in business to provide a living for his family, same as I am, or any other business person anywhere in the world! Last of all I was just trying to help by making a suggestion, and don't appreciate getting flamed for it!  >:( BK   >:(

Quote from: Dallas

♫♪♪♫♫♪♫ In a Cavern
In a Canyon,
Ex-cavating for a mine!
Was a Busnut
With a Pus-gut
Living In...
an MC9 ♫♪♪♫♫♪♫

Thank goodness Mike does not pay to make this board come with sound! And also Dallas is far enough away that I don't hear him singing! LOL! ;D  BK  ;D

BK,didn't mean to piss you off but he ask for something close

Quote from: luvrbus on August 23, 2007, 02:31:31 PM
BK,didn't mean to piss you off but he ask for something close   

He also said and I quote

Quote from: LutherC
It may be wishful thinking to think I can get a close site at the last minute but I thought it was worth a try. We may end up just getting a parking spot as close as possible and driving to the Canyon for the day. However, it would be nice to be able to spend more time there.
Luther

So I was just trying to make an effort for a last resort type situation! FWIW!

Thanks for all the great tips, especially the ones about Trailer Village. Herb and Marie, your link to the NPS was right on target. I went there, registered and was able to get a two night reservation at Trailer Village.
Bus Nuts are wonderful!!!!

Don't know what kind of bus you have, but be advised that Mather has a 30' limit, strictly enforced.  Don't ask how I know (http://ourodyssey.blogspot.com/2005/04/we-are-in-tusayan-map-small-community.html (http://ourodyssey.blogspot.com/2005/04/we-are-in-tusayan-map-small-community.html)).

-Sean
http://OurOdyssey.BlogSpot.com

My personal experience with the south rim - Desirable Hotel rooms impossible without 6 month or 1 year advance reservation - RV sites are NO PROBLEM especially midweek - Jacob's Lake suggested by UTAHCJ is spot on - the rise out of the desert to the cool mountains along with the Vermillion Cliffs, Navajo Gorge and the North Rim are the better part of the GC - MY best inside advice - the trips to the bottom of the canyon by burro and the overnight stay at the Phantom lodge are booked Waaaaaaaaaaay in advance - BUT if you show up at 6 AM in the morning and SIGN UP FIRST you have a chance at getting a spot due to cancellations (and there are many because of such advanced bookings) -HTH and HAGT