Demotte
The DeMotte Campground is located within the North Kaibab Ranger District just seven miles north of the entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park's North Rim. This is about 25 miles south of the Kaibab Plateau Visitor Center on Arizona’s Highway 67.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 31 |
| Tent-only | 7 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
38 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 002 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 003 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 004 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 005 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 006 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 007 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 008 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 009 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | Yes | |||||
| 010 | Loop A | Standard | 8 / 1 | 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 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 40 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers 38 single-family campsites with tables and cooking grills. DeMotte's campsites can accommodate tents, trailers and small motor homes. No utility hookups are available at this campground. Drinking water is available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Forest | Kaibab National Forest |
| Fees | For fees and reservations go to www.recreation.gov website or via telephone at 1-877-444-6777. |
| Rules | Check out time is 2 p.m. Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash. It is strictly forbidden to drain wastewater onto the ground. All campgrounds limit campers to a 14-day stay. |
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Getting there
From Kanab, UT the facility is 40 miles (35 miles from Fredonia, AZ) south on U.S. Route 89A to AZ State Route 67, at Jacob Lake. Then south 25 miles on AZ State Route 67 to DeMotte campground. From Bitter Springs intersection of U.S. 89 and 89A. Take 89A north 55 miles to Jacob Lake. Then south 25 miles on AZ State Route 67 to DeMotte campground.
| Coordinates | 36.4111° N, 112.1347° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 14.5 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Willow Canyon Outdoor ↗ | 48.8 mi |
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Explore
Video
Demotte Campground Grand Canyon North Rim | Scenic Drive-Through & Campsite Review
Trails nearby
- 1.9 miNorth Canyon ↗8.1 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.5 miEast Rim1.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
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 Saddle Mountain Wilderness.
- inSaddle Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 41,143 acres
- 3.9 miKaibab National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,581,388 acres
- 13 miBaaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni – Ancestral Footprints of the Grand Canyon National Monument ↗National Monument · Bureau of Land Management · 960,963 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
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Historic landmarks nearby
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Recreation
Visitors to the DeMotte Campground enjoy camping and picnicking, sight-seeing and wildlife viewing. Enjoy a visit to the North Rim from mid-May through mid-October; the road is closed during winter. Hiking trails, spruce-fir and Ponderosa pine forests and unparalleled views of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Nearby
The North Rim of the Grand Canyon National Park.
Guidebooks for Arizona
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Demotte?
Sites at Demotte are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Demotte?
For fees and reservations go to www.recreation.gov website or via telephone at 1-877-444-6777.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Demotte?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Demotte open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Demotte have?
38 sites, including 31 standard sites without power and 7 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Demotte?
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Demotte?
Yes, pets are allowed at Demotte. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Demotte?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Check out time is 2 p.m.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Demotte?
Visitors to the DeMotte Campground enjoy camping and picnicking, sight-seeing and wildlife viewing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Demotte is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are North Rim Campground (14.5 mi), Jacob Lake Recreation Area (20.4 mi), and Jacob Lake Group Campground & Picnic Site (21.3 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby