Grand Canyon South Rim KOA Journey Attractions

Grand Canyon National Park

The Grand Canyon is one of the most spectacular of arid land erosion in the world. The park encompasses 1904 square miles, including 277 miles of the Colorado River. South Rim facilities are open all year. Stop and see the Grand Canyon IMAX theater then begin your day with a visit to the National Park Visitor's Center to get maps, brochures and view the slide presentation. Stop at Mather Point, Yavapai Point and Museum, historic El Tovar Lodge and the Bright Angel Lodge then begin your tour of the West Rim by free shuttle bus - this is an 8 mile one-way trip and shuttles come by every 15 minutes so take your time at the various overlooks. Visit the Grand Canyon National Park online for more information.

Helicopter/Airplane Flights

Fly over the Grand Canyon and experience a spectacular aerial tour of one of nature's noblest creations!

Grand Canyon Railway

Williams is home of the Grand Canyon Railway , a century-old rail line taking you to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Be entertained by cowboy characters, enjoy the tunes of strolling musicians and be part of a mock train robbery. The Railway is just minutes from the KOA. Your round trip will be 65 miles and a variety of trips are available.

Bearizona

Experience animal wildlife the way it was meant to be, in a natural environment, all from the comfort and safety of your own vehicle. Your family will enjoy our wide variety of wildlife, from majestic bison and nimble big horn sheep to stealthy wolves and adorable bear cubs.

Deer Farm Petting Zoo

Directions to The Deer Farm:

1. Start at Grand Canyon KOA (Williams, AZ).
   
2. Head east on I-40 toward Flagstaff/Williams.
   
3. Take Exit 171 for Deer Farm Rd/Pittman Valley Rd.
   
4. At the top of the exit ramp:
   
• If coming from the west (toward Flagstaff), turn left over the interstate.
  
• If coming from the east (toward Williams), turn right over the interstate.
  


5. At the stop sign, make a quick double left (almost a U-turn) onto Deer Farm Rd.
   
6. Follow Deer Farm Rd about half a mile to the Grand Canyon Deer Farm parking area on the right.
   

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Lowell Observatory

Lowell Observatory is located in Flagstaff, off of I-40, Exit 201 and features the world's largest collection of planetary photographs. It's out of this world! The planet Pluto was discovered here in the 1930's and houses one of the largest collections of planetary photographs in the world. Nighttime tours and viewing in the summer months.

Flagstaff Area National Monuments

Wupatki, Sunset Crater Volcano, and Walnut Canyon National Monuments are managed collectively as the Flagstaff Area National Monuments. Look up at Sunset Crater's cinder cone, down into Walnut Canyon, and out across the Wupatki grasslands to the Painted Desert. At all three monuments, the earth's geologic past lies exposed, shaped by the violence of volcanic eruptions and by the slow erosion of older rock layers. Visit the National Monuments online for more information. Wupatki contains more than 800 separate ruins which were built during the 11th and 13th centuries. Much of Wupatki can be experienced by driving the 35-mile loop road connecting the park to U.S. 89. Sunset Crater Volcano was born in a series of eruptions. At the base of Sunset Crater, walk the one-mile lava flow trail. Walnut Creek carved a 600-foot deep canyon into the local Kaibab limestone as it flowed east. Imagine how the Sinagua Indians existed among these cliffs as you take an easy hike along two different trails at Walnut Canyon. There is also a visitor center, museum and book store. Walnut Canyon is located off I-40 on Exit 204, just east of Flagstaff.

Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona

The winding road through Oak Creek Canyon is designated a scenic highway. Take a hike among the dozens of pools and waterfalls as Oak Creek winds its way down 16 miles of sheer rock walls. Swim in the cool, clear water. At the foot of Oak Creek Canyon, you will find, Sedona , the land of "Red Rock Country". Indulge in shopping, dining, sightseeing and so much more. Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona are just off Exit 195A at Flagstaff to U.S. 89A.

Fort Verde Historic State Park

This 11 acre Arizona State park was where Tonto Apache Chief Chalipun officially surrendered to General George Cook in 1873 during the Indian Wars era.  Fort Verde is a fun way to look back into the history of the West.

The Museum of Northern Arizona

The Museum of Northern Arizona is located just 3 miles north of downtown Flagstaff, on US Highway 180. Enjoy this great stop on your way to or from the Grand Canyon. See outstanding displays of Native American art and regional history. There is a small admission fee for this museum.

Grand Canyon IMAX

Before you peer over the edge of one of the 7 wonders of the world, stop in just outside of the South Rim entrance to the Grand Canyon and check out the Grand Canyon IMAX film.  The most watched IMAX in the world, this National Geographic sponsored film will take your breath away as it winds you through the canyon, tells you tales of the early explorers, and gets you excited for your own adventure.

Planes of Fame Air Museum

The Air Museum displays aircraft spanning the history of manned flight, from a replica of the Chanute Hang Glider of 1896, through modern space flight, and includes numerous milestone achieving test and research flight vehicles. The Air Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to collecting, restoring, displaying, and preserving aircraft and memorabilia for the educational benefit of current and future generations. Visit the Air Museum online for more information.

Elephant Rocks Golf Course

Elephant Rocks is an 18-hole golf course at Williams.