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Bryce Canyon National Park
Sunset Campground
Campsite in Sunset Campground, with trees, grass, picnic table and fire grate.

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campsite with fire grate, picnic table and parking.

(Closed in winter)

Sunset Campground is located west of Sunset Point, approximately 1.5 miles south of the Bryce Canyon Visitor Center, and is comprised of 100 sites in 3 loops; A, B, & C.

20 Tent Sites are reservable during certain times of the year in Loop B (see Reservation Dates below). Cost is $15 per site/per night.

Loop A is for RV campers. Loops B & C are for tent campers. Two wheelchair-accessible sites are located in Loop A.

This campground is closest to the best hiking trails which begin and end at Sunset Point.

RV and trailer combinations over 45 feet are discouraged, but not prohibited.

There are no sewer, water or electrical hook-ups available. A dump station is available in summer months near North Campground for a $2 use fee. Potable water is also available near the dump station.

Reservation Dates:

  • 2010 - May 7-September 26
  • 2011 - May 6-September 25
  • 2012 - May 4-September 23

To make reservations for 20 Tent Sites call (877) 444-6777 or click www.recreation.gov. Reservations for these sites can be made from 6 months to 2 days in advance (minimum advance reservation is two days).

All other sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

NOTE: Click here for a map of the campgrounds.

Temple-like spires can be seen in the main amphitheater at Bryce  

Did You Know?
March 13, 1919: Utah Joint Memorial passed legislation which read in part: We urge that the Congress of the United States set aside for the use and enjoyment of the people a suitable area embracing "Bryce's Canyon" as a national monument under the name: "Temple of the Gods National Monument."
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Last Updated: November 04, 2009 at 19:50 EST