Las Vegas Grand Circle
United States
In short: Las Vegas Grand Circle is a about 1,800 km; about 2,100 km with listed scenic drives and detours scenic road trip in United States, typically driven over 11 days, best in Spring / Fall. Highlights: Las Vegas, Valley of Fire, Zion Canyon.
An eleven-day Las Vegas loop through Valley of Fire, Zion, Bryce, Page, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon, Route 66, Hoover Dam, and Red Rock Canyon.
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Las Vegas, Nevada
Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign · The Neon Museum · The Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge
Day 2Lake Mead / Valley of Fire area, Nevada
Valley of Fire State Park · Atlatl Rock · Sugar's Home Plate
Day 3Springdale / Zion National Park, Utah
Zion National Park · Zion Canyon shuttle corridor · Oscar's Cafe
Day 4Bryce Canyon area, Utah
Bryce Canyon National Park · Sunrise Point · The Lodge at Bryce Canyon Dining Room
Day 5Page, Arizona
Antelope Canyon Tours · Horseshoe Bend Overlook · Big John's Texas BBQ
Day 6Page to Monument Valley corridor, Arizona
John Ford Point · Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park · The View Restaurant
Day 7Cameron / Grand Canyon approach, Arizona
Little Colorado River Gorge Overlook · Desert View Watchtower · Cameron Trading Post Restaurant
Day 8Grand Canyon South Rim, Arizona
Grand Canyon South Rim · Mather Point · El Tovar Dining Room
Day 9Flagstaff / Williams, Arizona
Historic Downtown Flagstaff · Lowell Observatory · MartAnne's Burrito Palace
Day 10Kingman / Hoover Dam corridor, Arizona and Nevada
Hoover Dam · Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge · Mr. D'z Route 66 Diner
Day 11Red Rock Canyon and Las Vegas, Nevada
Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive · Calico Tanks Trail · Evel Pie
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Las Vegas Grand Circle drive?
The Las Vegas Grand Circle covers about 1,800 km; about 2,100 km with listed scenic drives and detours from start to finish.
How long does the Las Vegas Grand Circle take to drive?
Most travellers spend 11 days on the Las Vegas Grand Circle, depending on stops and pace.
When is the best time to drive the Las Vegas Grand Circle?
The recommended season for the Las Vegas Grand Circle is Spring / Fall.
Where does the Las Vegas Grand Circle start and end?
The Las Vegas Grand Circle runs from Las Vegas to Las Vegas return.
What are the main stops on the Las Vegas Grand Circle?
The Las Vegas Grand Circle passes through Las Vegas, Valley of Fire, Zion Canyon.
How difficult is the Las Vegas Grand Circle to drive?
The Las Vegas Grand Circle is rated easy and is best handled with any vehicle.
Can I drive the Las Vegas Grand Circle in a regular car?
Yes — the Las Vegas Grand Circle is paved end-to-end and a regular car is fine in normal conditions.
Do I need a permit or border paperwork for the Las Vegas Grand Circle?
Yes — the Las Vegas Grand Circle requires permits, fees, or border paperwork. Plan ahead: This is a Las Vegas Grand Circle, not a Four Corners route. Check each official park and tribal site for current hours, entrance or tour bookings, weather, and road closures. Use Zion Canyon shuttles when required; reserve Antelope Canyon with an authorized Navajo operator; check Monument Valley access; carry the Grand Canyon pass; and verify vehicle dimensions before the Zion–Mt. Carmel Highway. Avoid exposed hikes in heat or storms.
How many fuel stops are needed on the Las Vegas Grand Circle?
Plan around 3 refuels (or about 6 EV charges) along the Las Vegas Grand Circle, based on its about 1,800 km; about 2,100 km with listed scenic drives and detours length.
Is the Las Vegas Grand Circle safe to drive?
This is a Las Vegas Grand Circle, not a Four Corners route. Check each official park and tribal site for current hours, entrance or tour bookings, weather, and road closures. Use Zion Canyon shuttles when required; reserve Antelope Canyon with an authorized Navajo operator; check Monument Valley access; carry the Grand Canyon pass; and verify vehicle dimensions before the Zion–Mt. Carmel Highway. Avoid exposed hikes in heat or storms.
What scenic tier is the Las Vegas Grand Circle?
The Las Vegas Grand Circle is a iconic drive — Iconic road trips that anchor a region's reputation — postcard scenery, headline highways, and the routes most travellers want to drive.