Destination Grand Canyon/Kanab

Grand Canyon National Park one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World, is located just south of the Utah town of Kanab. The park's beautiful North Rim is just 90 scenic minutes away. In addition to serving as the prime gateway city to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon, Kanab is also just minutes from Lake Powell, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

Known as "Little Hollywood" because of the hundreds of western movies filmed throughout the area, Kanab offers visitors an unparalleled "Old West experience."

	Grand Canyon North Rim - Discover what people say is the most spectacular view of the Grand Canyon, the North Rim.
	Little Hollywood - See where over 70 western films were made and take the "walk of fame" of great western stars.
	Lake Powell - Relax in the solitude of a private canyon, surrounded by 500-ft. redrock cliffs, from the top of a luxury houseboat.
	Brian Head - Ski or snowboard at this full-service resort. In summer, challenge one of the area's rugged bike trails; you can also pedal or hike forest trails ranging from easy to difficult.
	Grand Staircase-Escalante Nat'l Monument - Explore nearly 2 million acres of multicolored cliffs, plateaus, mesas, buttes, pinnacles, and canyons.
	Buckskin Gulch - Hike the world's longest slot canyon, found within the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness area. The Wave of Coyote Buttes is also located here, and makes a great hiking destination. See our comprehensive hiking guide.
	Best Friends Animal Sanctuary - Visit the nation's largest sanctuary for companion animals.
	Scenic Byway 89 - Watch the panoramic views of the towers of Zion National Park unfold and the pink cliffs of Red Canyon appear.
	Western Legends Roundup - Enjoy five days of authentic western legends culture, entertainment and fun.
	Coral Pink Sand Dunes - Sink your toes into fine pink sand as you run up and down these large rolling sand hills.

Moqui Cave
Privately owned museum of Indian artifacts, dinosaur tracks, and fossils as well as a florescent mineral display. Open Monday - Saturday. Hours: Memorial Day - Labor Day, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; spring and fall, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; winter, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located 5 ½ miles north of Kanab on U.S. 89. 435-644-2987

Heritage House
The Heritage House has been restored to its original glory. It houses a collection of artifacts from Kanab's history. Open for tours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Saturday during the summer. 435-644-3506

Skiing and Snowboarding - Brian Head Resort
Located less than two hours north of Kanab via all-weather state highways 89 and 143, the resort has over 400 inches of annual snowfall, 500 skiable acres, 53 runs, a 1,707 ft. vertical drop, plenty of backcountry and a lift assisted tubing park. Generally open from mid-November - mid-April for skiing; Mountain Bike Park is open from July 1 - October 1. Address: PO BOX 190008, Brian Head Utah 84719; 435-677-2035; Lodging information: 435-677-2810.

Grand Canyon River Running
More than 150 rapids - including many class IV and above - combine with breathtaking beauty for an unforgettable experience.

Hiking
Some of the world's best hiking trails can be found around Kanab and on the Grand Canyon North Rim. (See Kanab trails and North Rim trails.)

Read articles about travels and experiences in the Kanab Destination.

Western Legends Roundup (August)
A cowboy celebration of music, poetry, movie history and folklore. The three-day festival is held in downtown Kanab every year the weekend before Labor Day Weekend 800-733-5263, 435-644-5033

Mother's Day 10k Run (May)
Run and walk Mothers Day weekend during this annual event. 435-644-2562

Southern Utah Bluegrass Festival (July)
Contests for mandolin, guitar, fiddle and banjo. Guest bands and a western movie star look-alike contest. 435-644-3497

Duck Creek Days Chili Cook-off (July)
Chili-cooking contest and food-fest! Also games and unique handicrafts. 435-682-2030

Greyhound Gathering (April/May)
Over 300 hounds and humans will vacation in Kanab. Hounds will be strolling the streets, prancing in a parade, and singing to the stars. Speakers, roo sessions, shopping, auctions, tour of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. 435-644-2903

Symphony Of The Canyons performs 10 concerts annually. Their concert at the North Rim in August is particularly spectacular. 435-644-3566

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Featured Guides:

Western River Expeditions
With 42 years of experience Western River Expeditions is sure to provide you with quality, safety, integrity, and experienced guides. Offering 3 and 6 day trips through the beautiful Grand Canyon.

Holiday Expeditions
Experience the Grand Canyon with Holiday Expeditions, 35 years experience! Offering incomparable 5 day or 8-9 day whitewater rafting trips through the Grand Canyon on the Colorado River.

Dreamland Safari Tours
Let Dreamland's friendly experienced guides take you 'Off the Beaten Path' in a family-style four-wheel drive to or within a short hike of the Grand Canyons greatest wonders.

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Kanab - Destination City
Orderville/Glendale (combined)- 23 miles from Kanab
Duck Creek Village - 49 miles from Kanab

Buffalo Bistro* - Rustic setting located on a buffalo ranch. Menu offers game dishes including such delicacies as rattlesnake sausage. Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday - Monday (except closed the first Wednesday of the month) from April - October. 435-648-2778

Fernando's Hideaway* - Superb Mexican food with a reputation for great steaks. Open daily for lunch and dinner seven days a week - in Kanab. 435-644-3222

Houston's Trails End* - Real cowboy food, they are famous for their breakfasts and chicken-fried steak. The waitresses carry guns on their hips. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from April - October - in Kanab. 435-644-2488

Parry Lodge* - Elegant dining room with a menu featuring seafood and steaks and their traditional Chicken & Dumplings. Parry's is a landmark from the days of moviemaking and has a gallery of autographed photos of the Stars. Open daily for breakfast and dinner from April - October in Kanab. 435-644-2601

Rocking V Café* - American bistro offering fresh pasta and pastries, vegetarian dishes, and creative beef, chicken and seafood entrees. The Cafe is housed in one of Kanab's oldest buildings and has been decorated in a delightfully eclectic style. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner, March - November. In December open for lunch and dinner Wednesday through Sunday and also open for breakfast on Saturday and Sunday - in Kanab. 435-644-8001

Vermilion Espresso Bar and Cafe* - Sidewalk cafe serving coffee, European deli sandwiches, salads, Italian pastries and ices. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner from March - October. Open for breakfast and lunch (7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) seven days a week from November through February - in Kanab. 435-644-3886

The Wok Inn* - Chinese cuisine with luncheon specials served Monday - Friday and twilight specials served daily from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Open for lunch Monday - Friday and open for dinner seven days a week from March - October - in Kanab. 435-644-5400

Chuckwagon Cookouts* - After a generous meal of Cowboy Grub, members of the audience are cast and costumed to play a role in the shooting of another episode of "How The West Was Lost." Here is your chance to be a Star - in Kanab. 435-644-2489

Frontier Movie Town Cowboy Buffet & Western Show* - Traditional Dutch Oven cooking followed by a show featuring Western entertainment - in Kanab. 435-644-5337

Old Barn Theater* - Melodrama. Call Parry Lodge at 435-644-2601. Only for groups of 15 or more.

Rustler's Cove* - Horse-drawn wagon ride, show and music in Kanab 435-644-5045. Only for groups of 20 or more.

Major national restaurant and fast food chains available throughout the area.
*Can accommodate coach tours.

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Kane County Travel Council at 435-644-5033

Destination Bryce Canyon National Park: From Kanab, proceed north on U.S. 89 to the junction of state Route 12. Continue east on state Route 12 to state Route 63. Proceed south on state Route 63 to Bryce, Utah. Distance: 55 miles - 1hour drive time.

Destination Zion National Park: From Kanab, proceed north on U.S. 89 to state Route 9. Continue west on state Route 9 to Springdale. Distance: 41 miles - 1hour drive time

Destination Lake Powell (Wahweap Marina): From Kanab, proceed east on U.S. 89 to Wahweap Marina. Distance: 72 miles - 1 ¼ hour drive time.

Destination Grand Canyon North Rim: From Kanab, proceed south on U.S. 89A to Arizona 67. Continue south from Jacob Lake on Arizona 67 to Grand Canyon North Rim. Distance: 77 miles - 1 ½ hour drive time.