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Hull Cabin

Kaibab National Forest — hiking

Location: Grand Canyon, AZ, AZ

Price: From $140 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (16 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Showers, Firewood for Sale

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hull-cabin to be notified when sites open up.

Hull Cabin is the oldest historic structure near Grand Canyon National Park, offering a cozy, remote retreat with full kitchen amenities and access to miles of trails, fishing, and wildlife viewing in the Kaibab National Forest. Campers consistently praise its quiet, secluded setting with excellent safety and a welcoming atmosphere.

Wildlife alert: Elk, American Black Bear, Canyon Bat, Common Raven, Gambel's Quail, White-throated Swift, Great Basin Rattlesnake, Common Sagebrush Lizard, and Plateau Fence Lizard documented within 8km.

Insider tips for Hull Cabin: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand. Access via graded gravel Forest Road 302 (approximately 16 miles east of Tusayan); verify road conditions before arrival. Gate is unlocked but provides security; remote location means minimal foot traffic.

Skip Hull Cabin if: You need hookups — no electrical, water, or sewer connections available.. You prefer established road access — portion of approach is graded gravel.. You're visiting November through April — campground operates seasonally May-October only..

Best time to visit Hull Cabin: May-October — Seasonal operation runs May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Desert View Campground (Grand Canyon National Park, AZ), Tusayan - Montane (GRAND CANYON, AZ), Mather Campground (Grand Canyon Village, AZ), North Rim — Grand Canyon NP (Grand Canyon National Park, AZ (North Rim)).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hull Cabin

Cell signal at Hull Cabin (Grand Canyon, AZ): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Grand Canyon, AZ, AZ★ 4.7 (16 reviews)From $140/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

Best for:HikersWildlife watchersFamiliesSites:Tent
LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsShowers
Recreation
Picnic TablesFirewood for Sale
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no electrical, water, or sewer connections available.✕ You prefer established road access — portion of approach is graded gravel.✕ You're visiting November through April — campground operates seasonally May-October only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with only 1 site and high demand.

Access via graded gravel Forest Road 302 (approximately 16 miles east of Tusayan); verify road conditions before arrival.

Gate is unlocked but provides security; remote location means minimal foot traffic.

Best: May-October

Seasonal operation runs May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Elk, American Black Bear, Canyon Bat, Common Raven, Gambel's Quail, White-throated Swift, Great Basin Rattlesnake, Common Sagebrush Lizard, and Plateau Fence Lizard documented within 8km.

Location

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928-638-8217 (8-4:30 M-F)· Kaibab National Forest
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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. Follow the signs to Hull Cabin, which is just over a mile further. From State Highway 64 at the South Rim entrance station of Grand Canyon National Park (requires an additio

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Kaibab National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Kaibab National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Hull Cabin cost per night?+
Hull Cabin costs $140 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Hull Cabin open?+
Hull Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hull Cabin have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Hull Cabin?+
Hull Cabin is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Hull Cabin?+
Hull Cabin is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Hull Cabin?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hull Cabin is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hull Cabin open, and what are check-in times?+
Hull Cabin is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$140 /night★ 4.7 (16)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Desert View Campground

Grand Canyon National Park, AZ

From $25/night

Tusayan - Montane

GRAND CANYON, AZ

From $20/night

Grand Canyon South Rim at sunrise Arizona with orange rock layers

Mather Campground

Grand Canyon Village, AZ

From $30/night

North Rim — Grand Canyon NP

Grand Canyon National Park, AZ (North Rim)

From $12/night

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