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Vegas & Utah Parks Loop

Welcome to the desert! Grab your rental car, hit the Strip for some world-class people watching, and fuel up for the big drive tomorrow.

7days
14stops
DAY01

Harry Reid International Airp… → The Las Vegas Strip

Overnight in The Las Vegas Strip
  1. 14:00
    Harry Reid International Airport· start
  3. 18:00
    The Las Vegas Strip· overnight
Strip Eats
  • Tacos El Gordo · Legit Tijuana-style tacos. The line is long but moves fast, totally worth it.
  • Bacchanal Buffet · The final boss of buffets. Go hungry or don't go at all.
Vegas Budget
Hotel
$150
DAY02

Hoover Dam → Grand Canyon South Rim

Overnight in Grand Canyon South Rim
  1. 10:00
    Hoover Dam· start
  3. 16:00
    Grand Canyon South Rim· overnight
Canyon Fuel
  • El Tovar Dining Room · Historic vibes right on the rim. Book way in advance.
  • Bright Angel Fountain · Perfect for a quick scoop of ice cream after a rim walk.
Road Trip Costs
Park Entry
$35
Gas
$50
DAY03

Bright Angel Trail → Desert View Watchtower

Overnight in Desert View Watchtower
  1. 08:00
    Bright Angel Trail· start
  3. 15:00
    Desert View Watchtower· overnight
Local Eats
  • Yavapai Lodge Tavern · Casual spot for a burger and a local craft beer.
Daily Spend
Shuttle
$0
DAY04

Antelope Canyon → Horseshoe Bend

Overnight in Horseshoe Bend
  1. 11:00
    Antelope Canyon· start
  3. 17:00
    Horseshoe Bend· overnight
Page Favorites
  • Big John's Texas BBQ · Live music and killer brisket in an old gas station.
  • BirdHouse · Best fried chicken in the desert, hands down.
Activity Budget
Antelope Tour
$80
DAY05

Zion-Mount Carmel Hwy → Canyon Overlook Trail

Overnight in Canyon Overlook Trail
  1. 13:00
    Zion-Mount Carmel Hwy· start
  3. 15:00
    Canyon Overlook Trail· overnight
Springdale Eats
  • Oscar's Cafe · Huge portions of Mexican-American food. Great patio.
  • King's Landing Bistro · Upscale dining with a view of the red peaks.
Daily Budget
Gas
$30
DAY06

The Narrows → Angels Landing

Overnight in Angels Landing
  1. 08:00
    The Narrows· start
  3. 14:00
    Angels Landing· overnight
Post-Hike Fuel
  • Zion Canyon Brew Pub · Right at the park entrance. Perfect for a post-hike pint.
Activity Cost
Gear Rental
$50
DAY07

Valley of Fire → Las Vegas

  1. 11:00
    Valley of Fire· start
  3. 16:00
    Las Vegas
Final Meal
  • Peppermill Restaurant · Classic Vegas lounge vibes and massive omelets.
Final Budget
Gas
$40
Heads Up
  • Book Antelope Canyon and Zion permits early
  • Drink way more water than you think you need
  • Download offline maps for the desert stretches