Marble Viewpoint
Kaibab National Forest
A favorite of the many Kaibab National Forest overlooks, this viewpoint makes a hauntingly spectacular picnic or camping spot. From the bald 1-acre…
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Kaibab National Forest
Divided by the Grand Canyon into two distinct ecosystems, this 1.6-million-acre forest offers a peaceful escape from the park madness. Thick stands of ponderosa dominate the higher elevations, while piñon and juniper create a fragrant backdrop further down. Sightings of elk, mule, deer, turkeys, coyotes (and even mountain lions and black bears) are all possible.
Attractions
Must-see attractions for your itinerary
Bearizona
Kaibab National Forest
The ostensible main attraction here is the wildlife park – where visitors drive themselves slowly along a road that winds through 160 acres inhabited by…
Grandview Lookout Tower
Kaibab National Forest
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1936 as a fire tower, the 80ft Grandview Lookout Tower offers great views of the region for those willing and…
Grand Canyon Deer Farm
Kaibab National Forest
Blanketed in wood chips, a trail leads through an open area where the deer roam free and gather eagerly around visitors whose outstretched hands are full…
National Geographic Visitor Center & IMAX Theater
Kaibab National Forest
Hourly, on the half hour, the IMAX theater here screens a terrific 34-minute film called Grand Canyon – The Hidden Secrets. This recommended film plunges…
Ash Fork Route 66 Museum
Kaibab National Forest
This endearing mom-and-pop museum offers a handful of displays highlighting Ash Fork's Route 66 history.
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