Grand Canyon National Park285
Campsite #285 at Mather Campground, Grand Canyon National Park, AZ
$30
Tent Site #285
| Drive-In | 6 people |
| 21 ft | Back-In |
| 2 | good |
3/5
3/24
Campsite #285 Features: Drive-In access, Back-In parking, 21-foot driveway, Fire ring w/ Grill, Picnic Table, Tent Site, Pets Allowed
Campsite Reviews (25)
5.0 out of 5
| 5 star | | 68% |
| 4 star | | 32% |
| 3 star | | 0% |
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@SamL4075452 · Camped on Nov 23, 2025 at Campsite #285
There weren't many campers at this time of the year. The bathroom was always clean. Campground was always quiet.
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@SarahS3283965 · Camped on Nov 1, 2025 at Campsite #285
Camping on a weekday in November is pretty much perfect at Mather. The weather was great, it was quiet and my (distant) neighbours were friendly. The elk strolled through each day, too. The ravens were always making their presence known as well. The only downside was that I was informed via email two days prior that the showers wouldn't be working due to water restrictions. Fires weren't permitted, either, due to stage 2 fire restrictions. I've stayed here before during peak season, and it was much too loud. During the summer months, I recommend boondocking off a nearby forest service road. Pine loop is generator-free, too, so it's ideal for tent campers.
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@JoelF8582122 · Camped on Sep 9, 2025 at Campsite #285
I came to this campground and this time was no different. Excellent as always
@AllisonD915411 · Camped on Aug 31, 2025 at Campsite #285
Spent an enjoyable 3 nights in the Pine Loop, which is a generator free loop. After the Labor Day holiday, the entire campground was blissfully empty. Only complaint was being awakened by trash trucks at 3 am. Shower house was well maintained and cleaned frequently. Grocery store is well stocked and has excellent prices on wine and beer.
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@KaylaQ10EFA095 · Camped on May 30, 2025 at Campsite #285
The campground was exactly as described. Not too close to other sites, a bit rocky, but a few clear spots to set up tents. The firepit, grate and table on site were in great condition and the park is easy to navigate and walk/drive to the canyon. The facilities for the campground could definitely use some work. One bathroom was left without soap in the women's restroom the entire weekend. Most of the showers were out of service when we tried to use them (In the women's shower there were only 2 in use, 3 out of service, 4 more had a sign up designating thy were "being cleaned"). Plenty of wildlife from elk to ravens. Friendly staff and overall just a great spot to camp near the canyon.
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@Jeannette99C14 · Camped on Mar 31, 2025 at Campsite #285
We had a beautiful, large, private campsite, and had the world's friendliest rangers! The site was excellent for tent camping. An excellent Park camping experience!!
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@DanielG6266400 · Camped on Mar 26, 2025 at Campsite #285
Nice campground with decent space between sites and also convenience of being right in Grand Canyon NP and close to the South Rim areas. Would be nice if the shower had more reasonable availability, rather than closing mid-afternoon. Also, when I arrived at my reserved site, someone else was camping there with tents set up already. I assume the Reserved tag wasnt placed there, or that it didnt have the proper last name on it. It worked out as I traded sites with the squatter, who had accidentally set up at the next site over (mine). Otherwise, the campground was clean, restroom was clean and Id stay there again.
@OlgaAB39FF5D79 · Camped on Mar 10, 2025 at Campsite #285
Nice, big site with a lot of trees. Convenient location, not far from two WC.
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@JoshuaJDFDC2C1 · Camped on May 25, 2024 at Campsite #285
Great little campsite, close to the bathroom and fairly private a
@TeresaR5842699 · Camped on Jul 12, 2023 at Campsite #285
The site was generous, near restrooms without being too close. Everything we needed for a great stay. I highly recommend!
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@MargaretH95271 · Camped on Jun 11, 2023 at Campsite #285
Mather Campground was great. We had easy access to all areas of the park. It was in a beautiful wooded area with plenty of shade.
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@MargaretH95271 · Camped on Jun 11, 2023 at Campsite #285
Mather Campground was great. We had easy access to all areas of the park. It was in a beautiful wooded area with plenty of shade.
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@KristinaS69417 · Camped on May 31, 2023 at Campsite #285
Great campsite. There were 3 possible spots for tents. We were able to fit a big 8 person tent. Very close to bathrooms but still felt private.
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@KarenJ5CB776B2 · Camped on May 9, 2023 at Campsite #285
As with all public campgrounds, your experience depends primarily on who your neighbors are. Mine were great for all 3 nights at Mather CG. Restrooms are heated with flush toilets and potable running water. Litter is kept picked up. Sites are ample with plenty of trees for some privacy. Heed warnings to guard your food unless you just have to be one of *those* people who are a pain for everyone else. The ravens are watching you every minute. Would be nice if the park would add food storage boxes every few sites for non-drivers to use. Ideal location for the canyon. Walking distance from grocery and restaurant (10 minutes) and the rim (15-20).
@BrandonC112819 · Camped on Dec 20, 2022 at Campsite #285
Convenient campsite with easy access to the trails and real restrooms. Campsites are pretty close quarters, so expect to see and hear those next to yours. I stayed in site #285 which offered a pretty large buffer between the next campsite over.
@RebeccaW266200 · Camped on Nov 24, 2022 at Campsite #285
Due to the size of the campground I was worried it might be crowded and noisy, but it was quite serene. There are elk living in the campground, so if you bring your dog, please have a kennel or other safe place to keep it when there are elk nearby to preserve the safety of the elk and pup and the quiet of the campground! Also, 285 is a sweet spot.
@ValerieAA1753C · Camped on Oct 11, 2022 at Campsite #285
Enjoyed my visit thoroughly especially sitting in the campsite during the day with 5 elk resting beside my site. Very quiet. Nice place to recover from 8 day backpacking trip in canyon. Accessible to everything. Great biking. Site was for one day only by arriving at registration around 9 am that day.
@NunoC9BF80C751 · Camped on Sep 12, 2022 at Campsite #285
The camping spots were clean, with a lot of trees providing shade (or shelter), and there was sufficient space between each spot. The bathroom was clean and decent (despite no showers were open, due to the lack of available water).
@EddieGD0364871 · Camped on Aug 7, 2022 at Campsite #285
A very pleasant stay in Mathers Campground.General Store,Bank and Post Office in walking distance. Welcome pleasure to have a warm shower and Laundry. 2022 Stage 3 water shortage close early 4PM. Still a great place for vacation.
@MitchellFDC603 · Camped on Jun 15, 2022 at Campsite #285
Had a great time at the Grand Canyon, thanks Mather Campground for a hassle free stay.
@DarrellBF64C13 · Camped on May 28, 2022 at Campsite #285
Small sites but overall very quiet. Mather has to be one of the largest campgrounds I have stayed at but because of the way it is laid out it doesn't seem big. Highly recommend the campground.
@NataliaP9E4839 · Camped on Apr 22, 2022 at Campsite #285
The staff was very friendly and facilities were exceptionally clean.
@Christine35629 · Camped on Apr 12, 2022 at Campsite #285
Our stay in the Pine loop was peaceful and had everything we needed. We appreciated being able to camp away from the noise of generators. It was an easy walk to the General store and nearby Tavern. Ample hiking and sightseeing opportunities mere minutes away. Highly recommended!
@KRYSTALW765630 · Camped on Mar 19, 2022 at Campsite #285
Camping at the Grand Canyon was a near - magical experience. The amenities were good, access to the Village and shuttles was great, and we had the privilege of seeing sunrise, sunset, and all in between at the Canyon.
@PeterA544 · Camped on Oct 24, 2021 at Campsite #285
The campsites and facilities were clean. Thank you!
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