Grand Canyon Loop (page 5 of 5)

Trip Tips

Length: About 250 miles.

When to go: March to November.

Lodging: Make reservations in advance for overnight stays at Grand Canyon Village.

Nearby attractions: Meteor Crater, east of Flagstaff. Museum of Northern Arizona, Flagstaff.

Visitor centers: Grand Canyon Village. Sunset Crater, Walnut Canyon, and Wupatki national monuments.

Further information: Arizona Office of Tourism, 1100 West Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007; tel. 866-298-3312, www. azot.com

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