Tusayan - Montane
COMMERCIAL TOUR GROUPS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT TUSAYAN-MONTANE CAMPGROUND
Commercial operators MUST obtain a special use permit to operate on National Forest System lands, including Tusayan-Montane Campground. Due to high public demand, Kaibab National Forest will not be issuing any special use permits for Tusayan-Montane Campground until further notice. Therefore, no commercial tour groups are allowed at Tusayan-Montane Campground. All violators will be removed from the campground immediately and given a fine for violating the Code of Federal Regulations.
Perhaps the biggest draw to Tusayan-Montane Campground in northern Arizona is its proximity to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Located just 4 miles south of the park entrance in beautiful Kaibab National Forest, Tusayan-Montane is a quiet, peaceful campground that generally has open camping sites. A nature trail weaves its way through the pine forest, and many more hiking opportunities are within a short drive. The facility can accommodate individual and family visitors, as well as large groups up to 75 people.
The campground has 142 single campsites across 5 loops, each accommodating up to eight people maximum. There are also 18 double campsites that can accommodate up to 14 people.
30 of these sites are non-reservable and only available on a first-come, first-served basis. All other sites are reservable. Sites include picnic tables, fire pits and grills, and vehicle parking, with access to nearby pit toilets.
There are also two group sites. Group Site A accommodates up to 75 people. Group Site B accommodates up to 50 people. Groups larger than 75 people can reserve both Group Sites A and B. The group sites have picnic shelters, tables and tent pads.
Due to limited water supply, there is no water available to fill RV tanks.
Need to Know
COMMERCIAL TOUR GROUPS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT TEN-X CAMPGROUND
Commercial operators MUST obtain a special use permit to operate on National Forest System lands, including Ten-X Campground. Due to high public demand, Kaibab National Forest will not be issuing any special use permits for Ten-X Camground until further notice. Therefore, no commercial tour groups are allowed at Ten-X Campground. All violators will be removed from the campground immediately and given a fine for violating the Code of Federal Regulations.
Single campsites accommodate a maximum of 8 people and 1 vehicle. Double campsites accommodate a maximum of 14 people and 2 vehicles.
Groups that arrive with more people than allowed will be asked to move and will be charged for an additional site.
Additional vehicles may be accommodated depending on the site. Each additional vehicle is subject to a $5/night fee
Check-in time is between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m.; check-out time is 12:00 p.m.; groups must check-in with campground hosts upon arrival
- No utility hookups
Generators are allowed at Ten-X Campground. Generators can only be operated from 6am to 9pm.
Limit of 15 vehicles per group site
Due to limited water supply, RVs are not allowed to fill up at the campground
- No dumping of waste or grey water inside the campground; there is a dump station and water fill inside Grand Canyon National Park
- No shower or laundry facilities; these services are available inside Grand Canyon National Park
Pull-through sites can accommodate up to a 35-ft. RV
- No use of off-highway vehicles inside this facility
- Click here for more information on Kaibab National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Natural Features
Tusayan-Montane is situated in a pleasant Ponderosa pine and Gambel oak forest at an elevation of 6,600 ft. The forest is nestled on the Colorado Plateau, an area of land that was uplifted by geologic processes. Summer temperatures range from 50 degrees at night to 80-90 degrees during the day. Summer thunderstorms, known as the monsoon, can build up quickly, especially during July and August. Snow is common from December through March.
Nearby Attractions
Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, just 4 miles away, is a must-see for Tusayan-Montane campers. The adjacent town of Tusayan has a wide array of amenities, such as a gas station, restaurants, small grocery store, banks, hotels, internet access, mountain biking trails and many different tours.
Recreation
The campground The campground has a 3 mile loop trail as well as a shorter hikes that allow visitors to observe local flora and fauna.
Elsewhere, the nearby town of Tusayan offers horseback riding, helicopter rides and other tours.
Many hiking, sightseeing, cultural history and outdoor recreation opportunities lie just a few miles away in Grand Canyon National Park.
Contact Information
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HWY 64, ADMIN SITE PO BOX 3088 GRAND CANYON AZ 86023
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 928-638-2443
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Ten-X Campground is located 2 miles south of Tusayan, Arizona and 47 miles north of Williams on U.S. Highway 180/State Highway 64.
From Williams: Take Highway 64 north. The campground is on the right, just before the town of Tusayan.
From Cameron: Take Highway 64 west to Grand Canyon National Park. Continue through the park and exit through the south entrance station. The campground is on the east side of Highway 64, 2 miles south of the town of Tusayan.
Note: Entrance fees into the Grand Canyon National Park are $35 and are good for seven days.
Available Campsites
- Site E13, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B31, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R32, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E03, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R25, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E06, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R30, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site P01, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B22, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site A, Loop TEN X, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site P11, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P07, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R40, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E04, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B37, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B02, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P13, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B13, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P10, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P06, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S11, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S09, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site B33, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R35, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E08, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P04, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P09, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R09, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site B23, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B01, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B05, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B20, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R31, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E11, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R16, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R11, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P16, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P22, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R07, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B14, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S19, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site P28, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B32, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E19, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R17, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P19, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S06, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P03, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P18, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B12, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R34, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site R20, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site B10, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B19, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S04, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R15, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B36, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E14, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R03, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P27, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P12, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E24, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R23, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E01, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E23, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P29, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R12, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R42, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E15, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S03, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site B07, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B34, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R10, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R26, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B35, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B04, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B25, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B11, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B15, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B27, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B30, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S07, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E07, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S15, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R24, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P20, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B26, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B, Loop TEN X, Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site S20, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site R28, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R14, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site S01, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B09, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P25, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E09, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P15, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E21, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R06, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B28, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R21, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site R38, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site R41, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P05, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B08, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R29, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R05, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site S16, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R04, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S08, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site R27, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P08, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E12, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E26, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S13, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site R36, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E17, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B21, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P24, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R39, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E02, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E20, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R13, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P21, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R19, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site S14, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site E25, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P23, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S10, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site P17, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S22, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R08, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site S05, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B38, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B06, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S17, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S21, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site S18, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P14, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E05, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R22, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E18, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B03, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P02, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R01, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E22, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R02, Loop Raven Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site B29, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B18, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B17, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B24, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R37, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site P26, Loop Pronghorn, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E10, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S12, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R33, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site R18, Loop Raven Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site S23, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site S02, Loop Squirrel Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site E16, Loop Elk, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site B16, Loop Black Bear, Type Standard Nonelectric
