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    Day 3

    240 mi5 mi

    It’s All About the Grand Canyon and the Scenic Wonders of Central Arizona

    The final day of your road trip is full of Arizona's most awe-inspiring wonders, beginning with ancient ruins at the Tuzigoot National Monument and wrapping up with a hike at the Grand Canyon National Park. Along the way, you'll stop in Jerome and Williams, two historic towns with timeless qualities.
    6.1 mi15 min
    Tuzigoot National Monument
    08:3030 min

    Tuzigoot National Monument

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    Eat breakfast at the complimentary buffet in the hotel lobby, check out and take a short drive to the Tuzigoot National Monument, which preserves and protects an ancient Native American pueblo from the 1300s.
    A short trail leads to the summit, where visitors can explore the ruins and soak in the views of neighboring Dead Horse Ranch State Park. It's a quick and easy hike, albeit a steep one, with access to multiple rooms and a rooftop deck to fully appreciate the 360-degree views.
    The Tuzigoot Museum in the Visitors Center exhibits tools, pottery and other items recovered from the site. A small entrance fee is expected when visiting the park.
    7.4 mi20 min
    Jerome's Sliding Jail
    09:3015 min

    Jerome's Sliding Jail

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    Take a drive through the tight, winding streets of Jerome, an old Arizona mining town that still has its share of saloons and old-time businesses with views overlooking the expansive Verde Valley region.
    Park next to Jerome's infamous "sliding jail," the remnants of an old jailhouse that once broke off its foundation and slid down the steep mountainside before being locked in place. You can walk up to the jail and read a plaque that details the landmark's history.
    Most public parking lots in Jerome charge a flat fee of $5 for the entire day.
    0.2 mi5 min
    Jerome Historical Society Inc
    09:5010 min

    Jerome Historical Society Inc

    Museum
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    Walk down Hull Street to the Jerome Historical Society, where a well-trained staff can answer any questions about the town's Old West identity, mining legacy and haunted reputation. Soak in the historic sights of Jerome and circle back to the Sliding Jail with a walk down Main Street.
    0.2 mi5 min
    Jerome's Sliding Jail
    10:155 min

    Jerome's Sliding Jail

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    Walk back to the parking lot by the Sliding Jail and pick up your EV. Next stop: Williams.
    87.3 mi1 hr 50 min
    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Williams-Grand Canyon Area
    12:155 min

    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Williams-Grand Canyon Area

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    Pull into Williams, a timeless Old West destination that cherishes its role as the last active stop on historic Route 66. The parking lot at La Quinta Inn & Suites has an Electrify America charging station. It's a great opportunity to top off your battery before heading north to the Grand Canyon.
    Type: CCS 4 stations, 7 plugs Power: 150-350 kW
    0.6 mi15 min
    Pine Country Restaurant
    12:451 hr

    Pine Country Restaurant

    Café
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    Plug in your EV, walk the main strip of downtown Williams and sit down for lunch at Pine Country Restaurant. The menu has a few savory dishes like a pot roast sandwich or fried chicken (with a choice of sides included), but the place is really known for its house-made pies. Order a slice for dessert or take one to go for the next leg of your road trip. Pine Country has every flavor you might imagine, from Dutch apple to banana cream.
    Pine Country doesn't typically take reservations, but you can call 928-635-9718 to inquire about wait times.
    0.6 mi15 min
    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Williams-Grand Canyon Area
    14:005 min

    La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Williams-Grand Canyon Area

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    Pick up your car and head north toward the Grand Canyon.
    59.9 mi1 hr 10 min
    15:15

    Grand Canyon Village

    Enjoy a scenic drive north on State Route 64 through Kaibab National Forest before arriving at Grand Canyon National Park. Follow the signs to Grand Canyon Village and look for a spot at one of the nearby parking lots.
    El Tovar Hotel (where you'll eat dinner later) is a good place to find a bathroom and take a break in the lobby or on shaded patio. The gift shop sells snacks and water, but if you bring your own empty bottle, you can fill it up at one of the stations on the South Rim dispensing free local spring water.
    2.1 mi50 min
    Yavapai Geology Museum
    16:3015 min

    Yavapai Geology Museum

    Museum
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    Grand Canyon National Park is a big place, but most of what you want to see is on the South Rim trail between Grand Canyon Village and the Yavapai Point.
    The walk is about 45 minutes each way at a regular pace on a paved pathway and little else between you and incredible views of the canyon. (A little extra time is padded into the schedule to keep you from rushing.) Take your time and use caution. There aren't guard rails. Use common sense and resist the temptation to leave the pathway in order to get closer to the canyon when taking photos.
    Yavapai Point is next to a very small geology museum, which may or may not be open. Hours are sporadic.
    1.7 mi40 min
    El Tovar Dining Room
    17:302 hrs

    El Tovar Dining Room

    Restaurant
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    Your best bet for dinner at the Grand Canyon is the on-site restaurant at El Tovar, a historic hotel built in 1905 before the area was designated a national park. Soak in the history of the wood and stone dining room, decorated with murals honoring Native American history.
    The dinner menu sticks to classic American cuisine with soups, salads, steaks and seafood. Try the oven-roasted duck or one of the vegetarian options like a stuffed portabella mushroom.
    Reservations are highly recommended, but can only be made in advance online.
    79.6 mi1 hr 40 min
    21:15

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