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ORbiker
Jan 12, 2017Explorer
patperry2766 wrote:
Starting to plan for the summer and possibly considering the G.C. for about a week. Will be traveling in pop up with 2 adults & 2 kids( 15 & 7 Y.O.) plus my sister and her pack will be tent camping.
I have looked at North Rim & Mather CG's and like the fact that both have bathroom & shower facilities...but basically it boils down to where will be get the "best" experience? Mather CG has significantly more sites, but does that detract from the grandeur in any way or would be better served to stay at the North Rim for a less touristy experience?
Which side, N or S offers the better access to the G.C. is so far as trail & hiking, etc, weather, scenery, photo opportunities, wide open spaces withing the campgrounds, etc??
I don't see the dates you are thinking about, but if it's during the busy time you better get your reservations very soon.
I agree with everyone. Do the South Rim or both.
The shuttle is great. The showers are a long ways away from most sites and can be busy. Laundry room too.
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