Day Itinerary
18 Activities
Day 1
181 mi2 mi
Ain’t the Grand Canyon Grand?
Day 1 of your Flagstaff, Arizona to Las Vegas, Nevada road trip is jam packed, full of fun activities and stunning scenery. Surrounded by mountains, ponderosa pines and the desert, Flagstaff is a convenient base to exploring nearby public lands including the gorgeous San Francisco Peaks and unforgettable Grand Canyon National Park.
Located at 7,000 feet, Flagstaff has comfortable, temperate weather most of the year but is cold and possibly snowy in the winter season. Depending on the month, you'll want to pack layers and appropriate outerwear since this route includes both mountain and desert environment.
The route today is a mix interstate driving and secondary roads with a few opportunities to charge the vehicle during the day and at the overnight stop in Kingman.
Comfortable footwear and sunglasses are a must for the activities. Don't forget to double check your camera battery for the loads of photos you'll be snapping.
Note: there is a $35 USD fee to enter Grand Canyon National Park unless you have an America the Beautiful National Park Pass.
Located at 7,000 feet, Flagstaff has comfortable, temperate weather most of the year but is cold and possibly snowy in the winter season. Depending on the month, you'll want to pack layers and appropriate outerwear since this route includes both mountain and desert environment.
The route today is a mix interstate driving and secondary roads with a few opportunities to charge the vehicle during the day and at the overnight stop in Kingman.
Comfortable footwear and sunglasses are a must for the activities. Don't forget to double check your camera battery for the loads of photos you'll be snapping.
Note: there is a $35 USD fee to enter Grand Canyon National Park unless you have an America the Beautiful National Park Pass.
Grand Canyon National Park
Can you even say you visited the Grand Canyon if you didn't stop and take a photo at the famous park sign? Spend a few minutes to snap a picture or selfie at this iconic landmark.
5.3 mi
15 min
Grand Canyon Visitor Center
Start your Grand Canyon National Park visit at the South Rim Grand Canyon Visitor Center. It's open 10am to 4pm and staffed by helpful rangers to answer any of your questions and give advice.
Pick up a park map and a newsletter, learn a little about the canyon and whatever you do, don't miss the IMAX - The Hidden Secrets film that is shown daily 9am-6pm in the theater in the visitor center.
The movie is available in eight languages.
There's a car park at the visitor center and you can leave the vehicle to visit some of the viewpoints in the vicinity or catch the free shuttle to other popular spots.
Pick up a park map and a newsletter, learn a little about the canyon and whatever you do, don't miss the IMAX - The Hidden Secrets film that is shown daily 9am-6pm in the theater in the visitor center.
The movie is available in eight languages.
There's a car park at the visitor center and you can leave the vehicle to visit some of the viewpoints in the vicinity or catch the free shuttle to other popular spots.
0.3 mi
10 min
Mather Point
After the visitor center, make the short walk over to one of the most impressive views in the park. Mather Point, named after Stephen Tyng Mather, the first director of the National Park Service, is a great introduction to this wonder of the world.
2.4 mi
10 min
Grand Canyon Village
Welcome to Grand Canyon Village, your base of operations for the rest of today's activities. From this location you can walk to some of the sights or take the free complimentary shuttle that travels along the rim of the canyon, stopping at the most popular viewpoints.
There are several car parks in the village depending on what's available so the walking distances on the instructions could vary. However, feel free to move the car around to other areas for convenience.
There are several car parks in the village depending on what's available so the walking distances on the instructions could vary. However, feel free to move the car around to other areas for convenience.
0.8 mi
15 min
Arizona Steakhouse
Grand Canyon Village is where you can find some of the most historic places in the area including the well known Bright Angel Lodge. Just in time for lunch, stop by the hotel for a peak and treat yourself to a meal at the timeless Arizona Steakhouse in the lodge.
The restaurant is open for lunch every day 11:30am to 3pm and serves soups, salads, tamales, burgers and of course, steaks. They also offer wine, beer and their famous Grand Canyon Mule cocktails - named after the mules that have been a big part in the canyon's history.
If a sit-down meal isn't what you are looking for, then there are several other diner type restaurants and food trucks in the village.
The restaurant is open for lunch every day 11:30am to 3pm and serves soups, salads, tamales, burgers and of course, steaks. They also offer wine, beer and their famous Grand Canyon Mule cocktails - named after the mules that have been a big part in the canyon's history.
If a sit-down meal isn't what you are looking for, then there are several other diner type restaurants and food trucks in the village.
0.1 mi
5 min
Lookout Studio
For inspiring views of the canyon, visit Mary Colter's Lookout Studio. The studio was built in the early 1900's as a structure for visitors to safely photograph and view the Grand Canyon.
The studio was constructed on the very edge of the canyon rim and appears as if it grows out of it. Notice how it blends in with the elements. The views from here are absolutely stunning.
The studio is now a gift shop open every day from 9am-5pm.
The studio was constructed on the very edge of the canyon rim and appears as if it grows out of it. Notice how it blends in with the elements. The views from here are absolutely stunning.
The studio is now a gift shop open every day from 9am-5pm.
0.1 mi
5 min
Grand Canyon National Park - Kolb Studio
After visiting the Lookout Studio, walk along the Rim Trail to the the historic Kolb Studio. This building is another historic structure on the edge of the South Rim. From 1904 till 1976, it was used as the photographic studio of brothers Ellsworth and Emery Kolb. Now it's a museum and contains a bookstore. Open every day 8am-6pm.
59.9 mi
1 hr 10 min
Williams
Sadly, it's time to say goodbye to the Grand Canyon as you work your way west. Next stop is the small town of Williams, AZ for some old west fun.
0.3 mi
5 min
Pete's Route 66 Gas Station Museum
Williams is located on the "mother road" Route 66 and has many sights and museums in town. Pete's is a prime example of what a classic old timey filling (gas) station looked like in its heyday, complete with classic cars.
0.3 mi
5 min
Cars of the Mother Road
For even more classic cars, Cars of the Mother Road offers tours of their vintage vehicles. Pickup Route 66 souvenirs or buy gifts and even see a cowboy reenactment.
0.1 mi
5 min
Route 66 Sign
Here's another chance to get your kicks on Route 66 with a quick photo op at a timeless road sign.
0.8 mi
5 min
Electrify America Charging Station
Charge the vehicle while you have dinner in Williams, AZ. This CCS 350 kW, CCS150 kW is close enough to leave the car and walk to the restaurant.
Charging station address is: 1100 Cataract Lake Rd Williams, AZ 86046
Type: CCS 7 plugs Power: 150 kW
Charging station address is: 1100 Cataract Lake Rd Williams, AZ 86046
Type: CCS 7 plugs Power: 150 kW
0.3 mi
10 min
Grand Canyon Brewing + Distillery
Have a bite - and/or a flight of beer - at Grand Canyon Brewing. It's the perfect spot to relax and relax after your busy Grand Canyon National Park day and sightseeing around Williams.
This local Arizona brewery features craft beer with a full service bar, brewpub menu, lounge areas, pool tables and over twenty TV's in a rustic environment.
This local Arizona brewery features craft beer with a full service bar, brewpub menu, lounge areas, pool tables and over twenty TV's in a rustic environment.
0.3 mi
10 min
Electrify America Charging Station
Return to the charging station to pickup the vehicle after dinner before driving to Kingman, AZ for the overnight stay. For convenience, there's also a charging station in Kingman.
Charging station address is: 1100 Cataract Lake Rd Williams, AZ 86046
Charging station address is: 1100 Cataract Lake Rd Williams, AZ 86046
111.5 mi
1 hr 40 min
Electrify America Charging Station
This CCS charging station in Kingman, AZ, tonight's overnight stop, is conveniently located close to the hotel so you can leave the vehicle and walk back to the hotel or you can have coffee and desert nearby while you charge.
Charging station address is: 3490 Stockton Hill Rd Kingman, AZ 86409
Type: CCS 7 plugs Power: 150 kW
Charging station address is: 3490 Stockton Hill Rd Kingman, AZ 86409
Type: CCS 7 plugs Power: 150 kW
0.2 mi
5 min
Culver’s
Culver's is the perfect spot to have a coffee or desert while you wait for the car to charge.
0.2 mi
5 min
Electrify America Charging Station
Return to pickup the vehicle from the charging station.
Charging station address is: 3490 Stockton Hill Rd Kingman, AZ 86409 CCS 150 - 350 kW
Charging station address is: 3490 Stockton Hill Rd Kingman, AZ 86409 CCS 150 - 350 kW
0.7 mi
5 min
La Quinta by Wyndham Kingman
After a busy day, you'll be ready to rest at La Quinta Inn & Suites in Kingman, AZ. Located close to restaurants, stores - if any supplies are needed - and a charging station.
Be sure to get a good night's sleep for another exciting day on the second day of your Flagstaff to Las Vegas road trip. Good night!
Be sure to get a good night's sleep for another exciting day on the second day of your Flagstaff to Las Vegas road trip. Good night!