Grand Canyon National Park raising campsite fees for 1st time in 20 years
Grand Canyon National Park is raising fees at its frontcountry campsites for the first time in 20 years.
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PHOENIX — Craving a camping trip this May? Don’t be surprised if prices at the Grand Canyon National Park are higher.
Prices, which currently sit at $18 per night to stay at Desert View, North Rim and Mather Campgrounds, are set to rise on May 1, according to a Tuesday news release from the National Park Service (NPS).
Fees will increase to $30 per night for standard campsites and $55 per night for group sites.
It will be the first time in 20 years that fees have increased, according to NPS.
Why are fees at Grand Canyon frontcountry campsites increasing?
The increased fees at the Grand Canyon will help ensure the park can enhance visitor services, such as making the park safer.
NPS officials said they will use the fees to improve facilities, such as increasing accessibility within the park.
The higher prices will also make way for campground repairs.
How can visitors make reservations at Grand Canyon frontcountry campsites?
Those who want an outdoor getaway can make reservations for spring, summer and fall online.
Details about reservable campsites can be found on the Grand Canyon National Park’s website.
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Your ignorance is noted. Since you seem to be a couch potato and have never really been there who told you it was mostly foreigners?
As long as there’s STRICT accounting, good!