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Grand Circle Desert Loop

Welcome to the desert! We're kicking things off with a classic drive from the neon lights to the big ditch. It's a long haul, but seeing that first rim view is a total game-changer.

7days
15stops
DAY01

Las Vegas Strip → Mather Point

Overnight in Mather Point
  1. 08:00
    Las Vegas Strip· start
  3. 09:30
    Hoover Dam
  5. 15:00
    Mather Point· overnight
Rim-Side Eats
  • El Tovar Dining Room · Classic lodge vibes with a view of the rim. Get the bison chili.
  • Bright Angel Fountain · Quick grab-and-go sandwiches and ice cream for a rim walk.
Day 1 Budget
Park Entry (or Pass)
$35
Gas
$50
DAY02

Desert View Watchtower → Monument Valley Loop

Overnight in Monument Valley Loop
  1. 09:00
    Desert View Watchtower· start
  3. 15:00
    Monument Valley Loop· overnight
Local Flavors
  • The View Restaurant · Traditional Navajo Tacos with a view of the Mittens. Unreal.
  • Cameron Trading Post · Great spot for a mid-drive snack and local crafts.
Entry Fees
Navajo Tribal Park Fee
$20
DAY03

Forrest Gump Point → Delicate Arch

Overnight in Delicate Arch
  1. 09:00
    Forrest Gump Point· start
  3. 17:00
    Delicate Arch· overnight
Moab Eats
  • Milt's Stop & Eat · Old-school burgers and buffalo milkshakes. A Moab legend.
  • Thai Bella · Surprisingly amazing Thai food in the heart of the desert.
Booking Fees
Arches Timed Entry
$2
DAY04

Mesa Arch → The Windows Section

Overnight in The Windows Section
  1. 06:00
    Mesa Arch· start
  3. 14:00
    The Windows Section· overnight
Fuel Up
  • Moab Brewery · Local beers and huge portions. Perfect after a day of hiking.
  • Love Muffin Cafe · Best breakfast burritos in town to fuel your morning.
Daily Spend
Gas
$30
DAY05

Fruita Orchards → Bryce Sunset Point

Overnight in Bryce Sunset Point
  1. 10:00
    Fruita Orchards· start
  3. 14:00
    Kiva Coffeehouse
  5. 18:30
    Bryce Sunset Point· overnight
Roadside Gems
  • Hell's Backbone Grill · Award-winning farm-to-table in the middle of nowhere. Epic.
  • Kiva Coffeehouse · Best view for a caffeine hit on Highway 12.
Transit Costs
Gas
$60
DAY06

Navajo Loop Trail → Canyon Overlook Trail

Overnight in Canyon Overlook Trail
  1. 08:00
    Navajo Loop Trail· start
  3. 15:00
    Canyon Overlook Trail· overnight
Springdale Eats
  • Oscar's Cafe · Massive portions of Mexican-American food. Try the pork tacos.
  • Zion Canyon Brew Pub · Great patio at the park entrance for a post-hike beer.
Transport
Zion Shuttle (Free)
$0
DAY07

The Narrows → Las Vegas Strip

  1. 08:00
    The Narrows· start
  3. 18:00
    Las Vegas Strip
Final Bites
  • Peppermill Las Vegas · Classic neon diner vibes for your final trip meal.
  • Deep Creek Coffee · Great coffee and bowls to start your Zion morning.
Last Day Budget
Gear Rental (Narrows)
$55
Heads Up
  • Day 5: 5h 30m driving — plan rest stops
  • Book Arches entry months ahead
  • Buy the $80 National Park pass
  • Carry 2x the water you think you need