Grand Canyon??

DSDP Don wrote:
The South Rim has a campground within the park called Trailer Village. I'm guessing that if you haven't booked a spot already, you won't get one. There is also a campground (nothing special), called Camper's Village. It's right at the entrance to the park, in the town of Tusayan.

Camper's Village is located behind a strip mall with restaurants and stores. Just in front of the campground is a shuttle stop for the park. This would probably be your best bet for finding a campsite and getting around without a car.

The South Rim is accessed from I-40 and then north on Hwy 64 for about 60 miles to the park entrance. On I-40 at Hwy 64, is the neat little town of Williams. It has two KOA's (east and west) and several other campgrounds. The one we like is called Grand Canyon Railway Park. I believe Grand Canyon Railway Park has a shuttle that will take you into town and to the Grand Canyon Railroad.

Personally, I'm not a fan of the railroad trip, just a straight ride up and back, nothing exciting.

You should allow at LEAST two days to see all of the park. Once inside, the shuttles will take you everywhere you need to go.

For us, the best experience is to stay at Trailer Village, inside the park and be able to walk to the village or catch the shuttle at the rv park gate. You'll see Elk walk right through the campground during the day.

If you know your dates, I would call Tuesday for a Trailer Village site. It's booked through Xanterra.