South Rim (Grand Canyon Village)
Fuel
At this time, there is no service station in Grand Canyon Village. The nearest gasoline and diesel fuel is available outside the park in the Community of Tusayan, 7 miles / 11 km south of the village at the Conoco Gas Station / Express Mini Mart. (928) 638-2608
The only service station within the park – on the South Rim – is located at Desert View, 26 miles east of Grand Canyon Village.
Garage Services
Garage services on the South Rim are within Grand Canyon Village and are located behind the Grand Canyon National Park Lodges General Office building. The General Office building is at the end of the railroad tracks, near the railroad depot. The Public Garage is open daily 8:00 A.M. to Noon and 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
The Public Garage provides emergency repairs such as tires, belts, batteries, fuses, hoses, etc. Tow service is provided to Williams or Flagstaff for more advanced repairs.
After hours emergency tow service is available. (928) 638-2631.
Laundry & Coin Operated Showers
Camper Services Building at the entrance to Mather Campground.
8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Last laundry load 4:45 P.M.
Bank & ATM
Chase Bank located at Market Plaza.
- Monday–Thursday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Friday 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
- Accepts travelers checks and major credit cards.
- Phone: (928) 638-2437 24-hour ATM.
Post Office
Located at Market Plaza; Window service:
- Monday – Friday 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
- Saturday 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
- Lobby open daily: 5:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M.
- Phone: (928) 638-2512.
Medical Services
24-Hour Emergency Care
- Dial 911 (From hotel rooms dial 9-911)
North Country Grand Canyon Clinic
- Daily: 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
- Phone (928) 638-2551.
Kennels
Leashed pets are allowed on South Rim Trails throughout the developed areas in the park. Pets are NOT permitted below the rim or on park busses (except for service animals). Pets are also not permitted in guestrooms in any of the Grand Canyon National Park Lodges and must be boarded at the kennel. The kennel accepts dogs and cats only, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily and reservations are recommended (especially for the summer months and holidays). Pets are accepted for day or overnight boarding and food is included. Proof of vaccination must be provided upon entering the kennel. The park kennel is located at the South Rim near Maswik Lodge.
- For reservations and more information call 928.638.0534.
- For retrieval after 5:00 P.M., contact Xanterra Fire and Safety at:
(928) 638-2631.
Lost & Found
For items lost or found in hotels or restaurants, call (928) 638-2631. For all other lost items, call (928) 638-7798. Please take found items to the NPS Visitor Center at Canyon View Information Plaza.
Camping Equipment
Camping, hiking, and backpacking equipment may be purchased or rented at the General Store at Market Plaza. Propane in exchangeable tanks is available.
Child Day Care
The Kaibab Learning Center. Day care of infants through 12 year olds if space is available. Immunization records must be provided.
- Open Monday – Friday 7:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.
- Call (928) 638-6333 for more details.
Religious Services
Religious services are offered in the park and the surrounding community. The National Park Service does not endorse any group or message. Check current schedules posted in the park at Mather Campground, Shrine of the Ages, and the information kiosk near the Post Office.
Desert View Services
Fuel
During the winter, the Desert View Chevron Service Station has pay-at-the-pump gasoline and diesel fuel available 24 hours with a credit card.
Garage Services
There is no garage in Desert View. The nearest garage is 26 miles to the west in Grand Canyon Village. (See the listing above)
Laundry & Coin Operated Showers
There are no laundry or showers at Desert View. The nearest laundry / showers are located 26 miles to the west in Grand Canyon Village in the Camper Services Building at the entrance to Mather Campground. Hours: 8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Last laundry load 4:45 P.M.
Food & Groceries
- Desert View Marketplace, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
- Trading Post Snack Bar, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Medical
Emergency services are provided by rangers on duty. Dial 911 from any pay phone.
Gift Shops
- Desert View Marketplace, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
- Trading Post Gift Shop, 9:00 A.M. to Sunset
- Watchtower Gift Shop, 9:00 A.M. to Sunset
- Watchtower Stairs to Observation Deck, 9:00 A.M. until 30 minutes before Sunset
Information
Bookstore/Park Information, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (as staffing permits)