Hull Cabin
Located just steps away from the world-famous Grand Canyon National Park, Hull Cabin is the oldest historic structure in the area. It provides a variety of amenities, as well as access to multiple recreational activities within the Tusayan Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest. Visitors enjoy miles of trails, fishing at the nearby tanks, sightseeing and viewing the region's abundant wildlife. The cabin can be accessed by vehicle. A portion of the roadway is graded gravel, requiring slower speeds. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities.
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Site mix
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Site guide
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| Site | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Gravel | Partial | 6 / – | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
- The cabin sleeps up to six people. It consists of a bedroom, living room and a fully equipped kitchen. The bedroom has two sets of twin-sized bunk beds, and there is one queen-sized futon in the living room.
- Kitchen supplies include indoor plumbing (water is hauled to the site), an oven, stove, refrigerator with freezer, dishes, utensils, pots, pans and some cleaning supplies.
- A firewood enclosure is located next to the shower house.
- Guests must bring their own food, bedding (sheets, blankets, pillows and/or sleeping bags), towels for the bathroom and kitchen, garbage bags, warm clothing, dish soap, flashlights and an axe for splitting wood for the outdoor fire pit. Visitors must bring their own solar-shower bladder bags for use of the outdoor shower.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
The cabin is located approximately 16 miles east of the town of Tusayan, Arizona on a graded gravel road. From Highway 64/180, turn east onto Forest Road 302 just south of the Grand Hotel in Tusayan. Turn left at the junction of Forest Roads 302 and 310. Follow Forest Road 310 for 1.5 miles and turn right on Forest Road 307.
| Nearest town | Grand Canyon, Arizona |
| Coordinates | 35.9681° N, 111.9464° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedKendrick Park Piles Rx
40 mi from the campground · 17 acres
- PrescribedCy26 Wrd-Northside Piles Rx
46 mi from the campground · 165 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill Piles Rx
48 mi from the campground · 725 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill 2 Piles Rx
50 mi from the campground · 356 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 11.4 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim is a must-see for visitors and is located just a mile away. The South Rim is the most accessible part of the park and is open all year. The nearby town of Tusayan also offers restaurants, hotels, gift shops, a general store and various tours.
- 12.3 miVerkamp's Visitor Center (South Rim) ↗Visitor center
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miVishnu Overlook1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.8 miTusayan Mtn Bike ↗18.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni – Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument, which overlaps Kaibab National Forest.
- inBaaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni – Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument ↗National Monument · Bureau of Land Management · 960,963 acres
- inKaibab National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,581,388 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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Natural features
The cabin sits in a secluded meadow surrounded by a stand of old growth ponderosa pine trees, at an elevation of 6,500 feet. The location provides easy access to Grandview Lookout Tower, which offers 360-degree views of the canyon and surrounding forest. The building originated as a one-room homestead, constructed by the Hull family in the late 1880s with hand-hewn logs. It was acquired by the U.S. Forest Service in 1907 for use as a ranger station. In 1985, the cabin was listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Summer temperatures on the South Rim are relatively pleasant, but weather can be unpredictable. Visitors should come prepared for changeable mountain weather, cold nights, thunderstorms or even snow.
Recreation
With miles upon miles of national forest and park lands to explore, visitors have no shortage of outdoor activities from which to choose. Hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking are available on an 800-mile segment of the Arizona Trail, as well as within Grand Canyon National Park. Fishing can usually be accessed at nearby Russell Tank during an average or high water season. The small Hull Tank, located near the cabin, is a prime watering hole for wildlife such as elk, mule deer, wild turkey, javelina and numerous birds and raptors. Lucky visitors may even have the chance to spot an endangered California condor.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hull Cabin?
Sites at Hull Cabin are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hull Cabin?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hull Cabin have?
1 site, including 1 cabin.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Hull Cabin?
A firewood enclosure is located next to the shower house.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hull Cabin?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Hull Cabin?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Hull Cabin?
With miles upon miles of national forest and park lands to explore, visitors have no shortage of outdoor activities from which to choose. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hull Cabin?
Grand Canyon, Arizona. Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim is a must-see for visitors and is located just a mile away.
Source: Getting there
What if Hull Cabin is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Desert View Campground (8.5 mi), Tusayan - Montane (10.1 mi), and Trailer Village RV Park - South Rim (11.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby