Family Glamping Near the Grand Canyon: What to Know Before You Book

Why Highland Is a Hit for Families

When planning a trip to the Grand Canyon with kids, finding the right place to stay can make all the difference. Hotels are often crowded, campgrounds can feel chaotic, and remote cabins are rarely kid-friendly. If you’re looking for something different, something that balances nature, comfort, and space, Highland Grand Canyon offers the perfect family glamping experience.

Located just four miles from the South Rim, Highland is a family friendly glamping retreat surrounded by forest, fresh air, and stargazing skies. Whether you’re visiting with toddlers, teens, or grandparents, our setup is designed to make your Grand Canyon getaway relaxing and memorable.

Why Highland Works for Families

Each of our safari tents includes:

  • A king-size bed for grown-up comfort

  • Cots + sleeping bags (available in the Pinyon and Ponderosa tents) for adventurers under 16

  • Lanterns, lights, and soft decor to make everyone feel at home

  • Private porches for bedtime stories under the stars

Our bathrooms are just steps away (no long, cold hikes in the dark) and we have potable water, hot showers, and everything you need to keep the kids clean(ish) and happy.

What Makes It a Family Friendly Glamping Experience

  • Open forest space for supervised exploration

  • Safe, quiet location off the main road

  • Communal firepit for s’mores and socializing

  • Easy access to beginner Grand Canyon hikes like the Rim Trail and Trail of Time

  • Close to the Grand Canyon Visitor Center and geology museum

Kids love the novelty of staying in a safari tent, while parents appreciate the thoughtful setup and comfortable touches. It’s the best of both worlds: nature immersion without roughing it.

What to Know Before You Book

  • Dogs are welcome but must stay leashed

  • Kids must be supervised at all times (we're in wild animal country, after all)

  • Quiet hours are from 9 PM to 7 AM (so everyone gets some sleep)

  • We don’t offer childcare, but we do offer peace and quiet

Make It a Trip to Remember

Whether you're road-tripping with the whole crew or bringing the grandparents along, Highland is a place where Grand Canyon with kids feels like the best kind of adventure.

Book your stay or reach out to ask which tent is best for your family.

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