What is the most scenic route from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon?

What is the most scenic route from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon?

Highway 180
From Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon by Car The most popular and easiest route is to take Highway 180 from Flagstaff. This well-maintained roadway takes you out of historical downtown Flagstaff, past the 12,637-foot-high Mount Humphreys.

How is the drive from Flagstaff to the Grand Canyon?

Flagstaff, AZ – 81 miles / 130 kilometers – there are three possible ways to go:

1. Take I-40 west to Williams, AZ. From Williams, take Highway 64 north to the South Rim.
2. Take Highway 180 west to Valle, AZ. From Valle, take Highway 64 north to the South Rim.
3. Take Highway 89 north to Cameron, AZ.

Where should I stop between Flagstaff and Grand Canyon?

The top stops along the way from Flagstaff to Grand Canyon National Park (with short detours) are Grand Canyon National Park – South Sign Board, Chapel of the Holy Cross, and Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel. Other popular stops include Cathedral Rock, Lowell Observatory, and Bearizona Wildlife Park.

Is it better to go to the north or South Rim of the Grand Canyon?

The South Rim is at a lower elevation which allows you to get a better view of the walls of the opposite rim. The sheer magnitude of the Grand Canyon is much more visible from the South Rim. The South Rim is more “user friendly” with paved paths along the rim.

Is the petrified forest worth visiting?

Visiting Petrified Forest National Park in Arizona is definitely worth it. When we spent a day there we were amazed how much there is to see and do for families. Don’t miss for example the Painted Desert, Puerco Pueblo or hiking the Blue Mesa. And all this is right by famous Route 66.

What town is closest to South Rim of Grand Canyon?

Flagstaff is the closest major city near the Grand Canyon, located about 80 miles from both the south and east entrance stations to the South Rim.

Which side of the Grand Canyon has the best views?

Grand Canyon South Rim is most frequently chosen by first-time visitors to the area not only for its beautiful views, but for its abundance of visitor services and family-oriented activities. The South Rim is open year-round.