Las Vegas To Page Arizona: Road Trip Itinerary + Best Stops

There are two routes for a road trip from Las Vegas to Page, Arizona. And honestly, both are packed with great stops and definitely worth doing.

The northern route through Zion National Park and Kanab is the faster option at about 4.5 hours. The southern route through Hoover Dam, Emerald Cave, and Grand Canyon takes closer to 6 hours but packs in more stops along the way.

If you have the time, the best way to road trip from Las Vegas to Page AZ is a loop: drive one route to Page and return via the other. That way you’re not retracing any ground and you cover some of the best scenery and things to do in the entire Southwest.

I’ve done variations of both routes during the years I spent road tripping the Southwest full-time in my campervan, and you truly can’t make a bad choice. This guide will walk you through both options so you can figure out which works best for your trip.

In this article:

• Two routes from Las Vegas to Page AZ: northern vs. southern
• Best stops along each route
• What to do in Page, Arizona
• Full itinerary for a Las Vegas to Page AZ loop road trip

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Which Route Should You Take?

Before diving into the stops, here’s a quick comparison to help you decide.

Northern route (Las Vegas → Valley of Fire → Zion → Kanab → Page):
About 4.5 hours of total driving, and the most efficient if you’re short on time. Zion National Park is one of the best parks in the country and well worth adding to any Southwest trip. Kanab is a great overnight stop with several unique things to do nearby.

Southern route (Las Vegas → Hoover Dam → Emerald Cave → Grand Canyon → Page):
About 6 hours of driving, but this is the route to choose if Grand Canyon is on your bucket list. The stops between Vegas and Grand Canyon are some of the best on any Southwest road trip (especially kayaking to Emerald Cave!)

Loop trip (both routes combined):
If you have 8–10 days, doing this as a full loop gives you the best of both directions without doubling back. Drive north to Page via Zion and Kanab, spend time in Page, then return to Las Vegas via Grand Canyon. Or reverse it – either direction works.

TIP: I recommend booking your rental car with Discover Cars. They work with a huge network of rental companies to get competitive rates and allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup.

Map: Las Vegas To Page Arizona

Whether you’re taking the northern route, southern route, or combining them into a loop this map will help you plan your trip! You can make a copy and customize it to your exact itinerary. Add or delete anything you want!

Las Vegas: Starting Point

If you have a night in Vegas before heading out, it’s a good use of time. The Strip at night is worth seeing at least once. Just walking around and watching the Bellagio Fountains is free and genuinely impressive.

Cirque Du Soleil and the Blue Man Group are both great show options if you want to add one. And, if it’s your first visit, this open-top bus tour is a good way to see the highlights quickly.

Route 1: Northern Route — Las Vegas to Page via Zion & Kanab (~4.5 hours)

This route heads northeast out of Las Vegas on I-15 before cutting through Valley of Fire State Park, continuing into Utah, and passing through Zion National Park and Kanab on the way to Page.

Valley Of Fire State Park

Valley of Fire is about an hour northeast of Las Vegas and is Nevada’s oldest and largest state park. The red sandstone formations are uniquely beautiful, and there are several short hikes worth doing if you have a few hours.

Good trail options include the Fire Wave, White Domes and Seven Wonders Loop (3.2 miles), Petroglyph Canyon via Mouse’s Tank Trail (0.7 miles), and Elephant Rock Trail (0.3 miles).

NOTE: All trails over 1 mile (including Fire Wave, White Dome, Seven Wonders, Pastel Canyon/Pink Canyon and several others) are closed for safety reasons from May 15 – Sept 30 each year.

Atlatl Rock is a quick 0.1 mile trek up to some neat petroglyphs that were carved over 4,000 years ago. There’s also a dinosaur track in the rock near the base of the stairs.

Cabin Trail is also an easy 15-minute walk to several historic cabins. It’s worth exploring around a bit, and you’ll find some more petroglyphs in the rock behind the cabins.

The Scenic Road through Valley of Fire is just over 23 miles long (one-way only), and has two great sidequests with stunning views; Mouse’s Tank Road (5.6 miles) and Scenic Loop Road (3.3 miles, one-way only).

Valley of Fire entrance fee: $15 per vehicle.

Zion National Park

From Valley of Fire, continue northeast into Utah toward Zion. The drive from Las Vegas to Zion is about 2 hours direct, or closer to 4 hours with a Valley of Fire stop.

Zion is one of the most visited National Parks in the country, and it’s easy to see why. The canyon is massive with towering red and tan sandstone walls rising above a narrow valley with a deep blue river running through it. One full day here is good; two days in Zion is even better.

If you have one day in Zion:

• Morning: Hike Angels Landing, a 4.8-mile trail that requires a permit for the upper section. The views from the top are some of the best in the park. Permits are required and available through a lottery system.
• Afternoon: Grab lunch in Springdale (just outside the park entrance), then bike or take the free shuttle along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. E-bike rentals are available and a fun way to cover more ground.
• Evening: Hike Canyon Overlook Trail (1 mile round trip) for sunset. It’s short, easy hike and has a great view of the valley below.

If you have two days in Zion, add The Narrows on your second day. It’s a slot canyon hike through the Virgin River, and one of the most unique hikes in Utah.

You’ll be walking in the water, so neoprene socks for warmth and rental boots (so you don’t have to carry around wet hiking boots after) are available from Zion Outfitters, near the park entrance.

TIP: If you have an extra day to add to your Las Vegas to Page Arizona itinerary, I recommend a 2-hour detour from Zion to Bryce Canyon National Park!

Zion entrance fee: $35 per vehicle for 7 days. Free with an America The Beautiful pass.

Kanab, Utah

Kanab is about 40 minutes east of Zion on US-89 and is a good overnight stop on the way to Page. It’s a small town that gets overlooked, but there are several unique things to do nearby that make it worth a half-day or overnight stay.

Best Things To Do Around Kanab

Toadstool Hoodoos is just 30 minutes west of downtown Kanab near Big Water, Utah. The 1.7-mile trail takes you through mushroom-shaped rock formations created by erosion. The trail is easy, the parking area is small but usually not crowded, and it’s free.

Kanab Sand Caves (Moqui Caves) are man-made sandstone caves carved out of the cliffs about 5 minutes north of town. They’re an easy stop and worth a quick look.

Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon (Red Canyon) is a narrow slot canyon just outside of Kanab that’s much less crowded than Antelope Canyon and free to hike.

However, it’s only accessible down a sandy road that requires a 4×4 vehicle or ATV. Alternatively, you can join this Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon hiking tour if your rental vehicle agreement doesn’t allow driving on unpaved roads.

Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park is about 20 minutes from Kanab and has a surprising landscape of pink-hued sand dunes surrounded by red rock terrain. Good for a short walk and worth stopping at if you’re passing through.

From Kanab, it’s about 1.5 hours south on US-89 to reach Page, Arizona.

Route 2: Southern Route — Las Vegas to Page via Grand Canyon (~6 hours)

This route heads southeast out of Las Vegas toward Hoover Dam, Emerald Cave and Kingman, Arizona before cutting north through the Grand Canyon and continuing to Page, AZ.

Hoover Dam

The Hoover Dam is about 30 minutes southeast of Las Vegas and the natural first stop. You pass right by it on the way out of town (you’ll see it from the car!)

You can stop for a quick look from the viewpoint, or take a guided tour inside the dam and through the hydroelectric power plant.

The dam was built in the 1930s and created Lake Mead. It also controls water levels on the Colorado River, which is prone to flooding.

Kayak To Emerald Cave

This was my favorite activity on this entire route. Emerald Cave is a short paddle down the Colorado River from Willow Beach Marina.

The water is calm and that vivid blue-green color you see in photos is accurate.

This is the guided tour I took. It includes a kayak, gear, and a guide. If our guide hadn’t pointed out some of the wildlife, like bighorn sheep on the canyon walls, I would have completely missed them – they blend in super well.

The river separates Nevada and Arizona here, so you’ll cross state lines on the water. In total the trip takes about 3 hours at a relaxed pace (it’s a great activity for all abilities and experience levels), and it’s worth building your whole morning around it.

Grand Canyon National Park

From Emerald Cave, continue east toward Grand Canyon. The drive from Las Vegas to the South Rim is about 4.5 hours; with the Hoover Dam and Emerald Cave stops, plan for a full day on the road.

Grand Canyon South Rim is the most visited section of the park and has the best views, most amenities, and is open year-round.

A day in Grand Canyon is enough to see the highlights, but you’ll want two or three days if you plan to hike below the rim.

Grand Canyon Highlights

Rim Trail is a mostly paved, flat path along the South Rim totaling 12.8 miles. You don’t need to walk all of it, though.

The section between South Kaibab trailhead and Bright Angel trailhead (6 miles) has the best views. The free shuttle runs along this route so you can walk one direction and ride back.

Desert View Drive heads east from Grand Canyon Village for 23 miles along the South Rim toward the east entrance. It tends to be less crowded than the village area. Must-stop viewpoints include Grandview Point, Lipan Point, and Desert View Watchtower.

Hike below the rim if you have more time. Ooh Aah Point on South Kaibab Trail is only 0.9 miles below the rim (about 600 feet elevation change) and gives you a completely different perspective of the canyon.

NOTE: There’s no water on South Kaibab, make sure you fill up at the trailhead before descending.

Grand Canyon entrance fee: $35 per vehicle for 7 days. Free with an America The Beautiful pass.

Page, Arizona via Scenic US-89

After Grand Canyon, continue northeast on US-89 toward Page. This stretch of road is scenic on its own, but there are a few good stops along the way.

Little Colorado River Gorge Overlook is on the route to Page, AZ just after leaving Grand Canyon National Park (or just before arriving, if you’re doing this road trip in reverse.) Local Navajo vendors sell crafts here. There’s usually a small entrance fee ($9) though it varies.

Cameron Trading Post is located on US-89, just after you turn off of Desert View Drive (Rt-64). Established in 1916, it was originally a trading post for Navajo and Hopi locals.

Today it has a gift shop with local jewelry, pottery and art, and a restaurant famous for Navajo Tacos and green chili. This is a great place to stop for lunch (it’s also one of the few options on this route.)

Lee’s Ferry and Marble Canyon are a short detour (about 20-minutes one-way) off the route to Page. You’ll cross the Colorado River via the historic Navajo Bridge in order to access Lee’s Ferry.

Originally, Lee’s Ferry served as the only river crossing for nearly 700 miles. Later, the bridge was built to make passage west even safer. The entire route is filled with stunning views, and if you’re lucky you may also see some endangered California Condors here!

Page, Arizona

Page has more going on than most people expect. Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, Lake Powell, and several good hikes are all within 20 minutes of downtown. I think two days in Page, Arizona is ideal.

Day 1 in Page, Arizona

Whether you have one or two days in Page, Arizona these are the top highlights I recommend fitting in to your itinerary.

Morning: Horseshoe Bend

Get an early start. Horseshoe Bend is 10 minutes south of town and the hike to the overlook is 0.8 miles each way with mild elevation change.

The view of the Colorado River curving around sandstone cliffs is one of the most photographed spots in the Southwest. It gets crowded fast and the summer heat picks up quickly, so early is best.

Horseshoe Bend entrance fee: $10 parking fee per vehicle.

Mid-Morning: Antelope Canyon

A guided tour is required since the land is owned by the Navajo Nation.

There are three locations: Lower Antelope Canyon, Upper Antelope Canyon, and Antelope Canyon X.

All three are deep red and orange slot canyons with narrow passages and intricate wall patterns. Antelope Canyon X tends to have fewer crowds and has the tallest canyons.

Antelope Canyon tour cost: $70–$125 per person. Pre-booking is strongly recommended.

Afternoon: Glen Canyon Dam Overlook

Free and just 5 minutes from town along US-89. A short 0.2-mile trail leads to the overlook above the dam and Colorado River. There’s also an alternative trail (from the parking lot, turn right at the fork) to the Colorado River Viewpoint which is 0.8 miles total.

Glen Canyon Dam is the second largest concrete arch dam in the US (Hoover Dam is only larger by 16 feet).

Late-Afternoon & Evening: Lake Powell

Spend the afternoon on the water. Kayak and paddleboard rentals are available at Antelope Point Marina. The Canyon Princess dinner cruise is a fun way to see the lake at sunset without renting equipment.

Day 2 in Page, Arizona

With a second day, you have a few different options depending on your interests.

Option 1: Monument Valley (2-hour detour)

Monument Valley is about 2 hours east of Page on US-163, straddling the Arizona-Utah border. The massive red sandstone buttes rising from the flat desert floor are one of the most iconic landscapes in the Southwest.

The 17-mile scenic drive loops through the valley. It’s an unpaved, dirt road so check your rental car agreement before driving it.

A 4×4 or high-clearance vehicle is recommended, especially after rain when the road can be particularly difficult to drive.

If you’d prefer not to drive it yourself, there are guided tours of Monument Valley that run year-round.

Monument Valley entrance fee: $8 per person.

Option 2: Hike Near Page

The New Wave Trail (1.3-mile loop) is 5 minutes from downtown and has intricate sandstone formations similar to The Wave in Paria Canyon, but does not require a permit (permits for The Wave can be very difficult to get.)

Pair it with Hanging Gardens Trail (1.4 miles round trip), which ends at a lush, spring-fed oasis.

Both are in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area ($30/vehicle for one week, or free with the America The Beautiful annual pass.)

Option 3: Rainbow Bridge National Monument

Rainbow Bridge is one of the largest natural bridges in the world, located on Lake Powell.

The most practical way to get there is by boat (the other option is a multi-day hike.) Guided tours from Lake Powell Resorts & Marinas take about 7 hours total and include a 2-mile round-trip hike from the dock to the base of the bridge. It’s a full day commitment but the scale of the arch is hard to fully appreciate from photos.

Bonus: The Secret Cave Behind Shell Gas Station

On your way in or out of town, the Shell station at 1501 Coppermine Rd has a small sandstone cave directly behind it. It takes about 20 minutes and is free. Not the most epic arch in the Southwest, but it’s a fun find.

Suggested Las Vegas To Page, AZ Loop Itinerary (8–10 Days)

This is the full loop trip combining both routes. Drive to Page via the northern route and return to Las Vegas via the southern route (or reverse it).

Day 1: Arrive Las Vegas. See the Strip, Bellagio Fountains, dinner and a show.
Day 2: Las Vegas → Valley of Fire → Zion National Park. Check in near Zion.
Day 3: Full day in Zion National Park. Angels Landing in the morning, Zion Canyon Scenic Drive in the afternoon.
Day 4 (optional): Second day in Zion to hike The Narrows. Then drive to Kanab and explore Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon and Coral Pink Sand Dunes.
Day 5: Kanab → Page via US-89. Arrive in the afternoon and head to Antelope Canyon.
Day 6: Full day in Page, Arizona. Visit Horseshoe Bend at sunrise, hike New Wave and Hanging Gardens Trails, stop by Glen Canyon Dam, and end the day with a sunset cruise on Lake Powell.
Day 7 (optional): Take a day trip from Page to Monument Valley.
Day 8: Page → Grand Canyon. Stop at Cameron Trading Post and Little Colorado River Gorge en route. Arrive via Desert View Scenic Drive.
Day 9: Full day at Grand Canyon. Sunrise at Ooh Aah Point, walk a section of Rim Trail, then rent bikes and explore Hermit Road before dinner in the village.
Day 10: Grand Canyon → Emerald Cave kayak → Hoover Dam → Las Vegas.

If you only have time for one direction, the northern route via Zion is the better pick for a straight drive to Page.

The southern route via Grand Canyon makes more sense if Grand Canyon is already on your list or if you’re coming back through Arizona anyway.

Practical Tips

Gas and services: There are remote stretches on both routes. Don’t let your tank drop below half, especially on the northern route through Kanab and on US-89 south of Page.

Download offline Google Maps for the route before you leave. It stores driving directions and service info on your phone so you’re not dependent on cell coverage.

Arizona timezones: Arizona does not observe daylight savings time, but Navajo Nation does. Navajo Nation occupies much of northeastern Arizona, including some areas around Page.

If your trip falls between March and November, double check reservation times when crossing in and out of Navajo Nation land.

Rental car restrictions: The Monument Valley scenic drive is a dirt road. Many rental car agreements exclude unpaved roads and won’t cover damage. Check before you go, or book a guided tour instead.

National Parks pass: If you’re visiting both Grand Canyon ($35), Zion ($35) and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area ($30) the $80 America The Beautiful annual pass pays for itself immediately. It covers everyone in your vehicle and gets you into 2,000+ federal recreation areas for a full 12-months.

Best Time To Visit

Zion, Grand Canyon and Page, AZ are good year-round destinations, but spring and fall are the most comfortable for hiking.

• 🌱 Spring (March–May): Best overall. Comfortable hiking temps, wildflowers in lower elevations, and crowds haven’t peaked yet. Some snow is possible at higher elevations in March, especially along Grand Canyon south rim.
• 🌻 Summer (June–Aug): Very hot! Page and Grand Canyon especially. Start hikes early and bring more water than you think you need. Zion can have afternoon monsoon thunderstorms in July and August.
• 🍂 Fall (Sept–Nov): Crowds thin after Labor Day. Temperatures are comfortable and most services are still operating on normal schedules.
• ❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb): Quietest time to visit. Page doesn’t get much snow, but Grand Canyon and Zion can see snow at elevation. Zion’s Narrows can be cold but is still hikeable with the right gear.

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