Camping at Bryce Canyon

Thousands of red rock hoodoos in a natural amphitheater with exceptional dark skies.

2+ Campgrounds4.4★ AverageBest: Year-round (varies by season)

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Campgrounds Near Bryce Canyon National Park

Great options within 90 minutes of the park entrance

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Kodachrome Basin State Park

Cannonville, UT

Kodachrome Basin State Park offers excellent facilities with a high 4.59 rating and substantial review base, making it a premium alternative with reliable amenities for Bryce Canyon day trips.

Red Canyon Campground

Dixie National ForestPanguitch, UT

Red Canyon Campground provides outstanding access to both Bryce Canyon and the scenic Red Canyon area with a strong 4.54 rating and extensive reviews from 224 campers.

Dixie National ForestCedar City, UT

Duck Creek stands out with the highest review count (605) and excellent 4.54 rating, plus fishing opportunities that add recreational value beyond just serving as a Bryce Canyon base.

Dixie National ForestCedar City, UT

Pine Lake Campground offers the appeal of lakeside camping with fishing access while maintaining a solid 4.49 rating and sufficient reviews for reliability.

Dixie National ForestDixie, UT

Kings Creek provides a well-reviewed forest camping experience with hiking, fishing, and both tent/RV options, backed by 79 reviews and a 4.43 rating.

Lava Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area

Dixie National ForestDuck Creek

Lava Flat offers dispersed camping for those seeking a more primitive, budget-friendly base camp option while still maintaining above-average ratings.

Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area

Dixie National ForestDuck Creek, UT

Uinta Flat provides another dispersed camping alternative with decent ratings, offering flexibility and lower-cost accommodation for Bryce Canyon visitors.

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Inside Bryce Canyon National Park

Sunset Campground (Ut)

North Campground (Ut)

Near Bryce Canyon National Park

Kodachrome Basin State Park

Red Canyon Campground

Duck Creek

Pine Lake Campground

Kings Creek

Lava Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area

Uinta Flat Designated Dispersed Camping Area

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About This Destination

Bryce Canyon National Park camping offers one of the most spectacular high-elevation camping experiences in the American Southwest, where you can wake up among the world-famous pink and orange hoodoos at 8,000 feet elevation. The park's two main campgrounds, North and Sunset, provide front-row access to the dramatic amphitheater views, while nearby alternatives like Kodachrome Basin State Park and Red Canyon expand your camping options.

Best Time

The best time for Bryce Canyon camping is June and September through October, when you'll enjoy comfortable daytime temperatures, clear skies, and manageable crowds. Summer months offer the warmest weather but also the highest competition for campsites - book as far ahead as possible for July and August dates.

Destination Highlights

2+ campgrounds within 30 miles
Located in Utah
Options for every camping style

Plan Your Trips

Tips & Recommendations

1Book Bryce Canyon National Park camping reservations exactly 6 months in advance through Recreation.gov when they become available - summer dates fill within hours of release.
2Pack layers and warm sleeping gear even in summer, as temperatures can drop into the 30s-40s at night.
3Arrive early in the day for first-come, first-served sites during busy periods.
4If you can't secure an in-park campsite, consider Red Canyon Campground or Kodachrome Basin State Park as excellent alternatives within 30 miles.

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