7-Day Tour of America's Western National Parks
13 cities |
16 attraction(s) |
total distance 2437
km
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Day1: Las Vegas > Kanab
2 attraction(s) ·
254 km
Day2: Page
2 attraction(s) ·
10 km
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Antelope Canyon is one of the world-famous slot canyons and a renowned photography destination located in Navajo Nation Reservation in northern Arizona, USA, with the nearest city being Page. The canyon is divided into two parts: Upper Antelope Canyon and Lower Antelope Canyon. The latter, named "Hasdeztwazi" in Navajo language, which means "spiral rock arches," is only open for nine months of the year. Visitors need to climb metal stairs and possibly use ropes to traverse the narrow passages that are less than the height of a person. The canyon's entrance is only one person wide and barely recognizable from the ground level. Despite the difficulty of access, Lower Antelope Canyon is a breathtaking sight to behold and frequently called a photographer's paradise due to its natural, diverse beauty. Unlike Upper Antelope Canyon, it has a more natural and varied appearance. Although challenging to enter, it has become one of the world's most unique tourist destinations.
10
km
2
Horseshoe Bend, located in Page, Arizona, is a horseshoe-shaped river bend situated below the Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell, only 6 kilometers from the city of Page. It can be reached by walking 1.2 kilometers from US Highway 89. The best viewpoint is located on a steep cliff, 4,200 feet above the river and 3,200 feet above sea level, with a drop of 1,000 feet. To witness the magnificent beauty of Horseshoe Bend, visiting this place is recommended to appreciate the wonders and charms of nature.
Day3: West Yellowstone
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
Day4: Park County > Teton County
4 attraction(s) ·
53 km
1
Cliff known for its picturesque views of the canyon & its famous 308-ft. Lower Falls waterfall.
40
km
2
This dramatic, multi-colored hot spring in Yellowstone National Park is a popular site.
6
km
3
300-ft.-wide hot spring with a boardwalk offering views of its famously rainbow-colored edges.
8
km
4
Famous geyser attraction in Yellowstone known for its hot-water eruptions on a consistent schedule.
Day5: Yellowstone National Park > Jackson > Grand Teton National Park > Salt Lake City
6 attraction(s) ·
435 km
1
On March 1, 1872, Ulysses S. Grant, the President of the United States, signed a bill passed by Congress to officially establish Yellowstone National Park, the world's first national park. The park is located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, and is known for its abundant wildlife species and geothermal resources. Old Faithful geyser is one of the most famous attractions in the park.
71
km
2
Grand Teton National Park is located in the spectacular glacier region of northwestern Wyoming, United States. The park, established in 1929, covers an area of 1,256 square kilometers. It is home to the Grand Teton Peak, the highest peak in the park at 4,198 meters, and is home to glaciers that have withstood the test of time. There are also ice lakes scattered throughout the park, with Jenny Lake being the most famous. The dam formed by the Snake River creates the largest water body in the area, Jackson Lake. Standing atop the towering peaks and gazing at the continuous mountain range and millennia-old glaciers, one feels as if they are in a heavenly paradise. In the park, you can see herds of American bison, moose, and antelope, as well as many other mammal species.
12
km
3
Located in the northwest of Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park, Jackson Lake is a natural lake that has been further expanded by the construction of the Jackson Dam.
47
km
5
These archways made of elk antlers at the corners of a public square are popular for picture-taking.
306
km
6
The Great Salt Lake is a salty lake consisting of 10 small islands, covering an area of approximately 20,000 square miles. It is the second saltiest lake in the world. The Great Salt Lake is also an important wildlife sanctuary, attracting millions of migratory birds to feed and nest every year. Additionally, the Bonneville Salt Flats, located in the Great Salt Lake region, are ideal for racing cars, airplanes, and even spacecraft landings due to their flat terrain. This was also the location used in the movie "Need for Speed" as the gathering place for racing teams after their cars were lifted from a cliff. In the past, the Bonneville Salt Flats have dried up, becoming a famous tourist destination.
Day6: Washington County > Las Vegas
2 attraction(s) ·
225 km
Day7: Las Vegas
1 attraction(s) ·
0 km
