FAQs

The Hualapai Legacy Package is your Day Pass to the Tourism Area of the Hualapai Indian Reservation known as Grand Canyon West. The Day Pass includes the use of our onsite Hop-On Hop-Off shuttle service for a self-guided tour of all points of interest at Grand Canyon West. Included in this package are the live performances, scenic viewpoints, cultural activities, a wagon ride, and more.

Every visitor to Grand Canyon West is required to purchase the Hualapai Legacy Package. Optional activities, such as Skywalk, helicopter/boat tours, Zip Line tours, and horseback riding, can be purchased at an additional cost.

Grand Canyon West is open from 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. daily. We are open every day of the year, including all major holidays. Last ticket is sold at 4:30 p.m. from November to March and varies as Days get longer or shorter going into and out of the summer. Please be aware that Arizona does not observe Daylight Saving Time. Thus, during the winter months, Grand Canyon West is on Mountain Standard Time and is a full hour ahead of California and Nevada, which are on Pacific Standard Time. When DST is being observed, beginning in March, the time at Grand Canyon West is the same as the time in Las Vegas and California. 

Hualapai River Runners depart from the Hualapai Lodge on Historic Route 66 at 8:00 a.m. Rafts operate from March to October. Hualapai Ranch cabin check-in is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Hualapai Lodge check-in is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Diamond Creek Restaurant is open 4:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. March thru October and 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. November thru March.

If you are driving yourself to Grand Canyon West for the day, reservations are not required. Reservations are required for overnight stays (to ensure availability), rafting excursions, and tours that include transportation to Grand Canyon West.

No, we do not limit the number of visitors to Grand Canyon West. However, the last tickets are printed two hours prior to closing.

We recommend that you arrive in time to spend at least four hours to fully experience Grand Canyon West. If you are in a hurry, it can be done in three.

Yes, it is cheaper to buy tickets online and ahead of time.
Please note, online tickets must be purchased at least 1 day prior to visit to received discounted price.

Grand Canyon West does not have a Postal Address. Most GPS systems will identify the Location by entering either “Grand Canyon West” or “Grand Canyon West Airport.” If the GPS tries to take you to Peach Springs then try updating your system. You can also use Lat. 35.987220 & Long. -113.820773 or Map Code AZ L7FN.7D.  

For accurate directions, visit our Directions page.

There are 3 gas stations on Highway 93 coming from Vegas. There is a Chevron on the corner of Pearce Ferry Road and 93. There is a Gas Station in Dolan Springs on Pearce Ferry Road and a Chevron Station on Pearce Ferry Road about ½ mile north or Stockton Hill Road. You can also purchase gas at Grand Canyon West in an emergency. Simply ask at one of the Gift Shops.

Grand Canyon West offers overnight accommodations at the Hualapai Ranch in one of our western-style cabins facing the Canyon. A Hualapai Legacy ticket is required for each person to stay on property and must be purchased in addition to regular room rates. There are RV parks and motels located in Dolan Springs on Pearce Ferry Road and in Meadview located just off of Pearce Ferry Road about 10 miles past Diamond Bar Road (the turn to go to Grand Canyon West). If you are coming from I-40 you can find a variety of accommodations, including RV parks, in Kingman, AZ which is about 1.5 hours from Grand Canyon West. If you are Traveling Route 66 coming from the Flagstaff area you can find accommodations in Seligman (appr. 3 hours from Grand Canyon West) or Peach Springs (appr. 2 hours from Grand Canyon West).

The nearest major commercial airport is McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada. Las Vegas is 2½-hour drive from Grand Canyon West (30-minute flight) or a three-hour drive from the Hualapai Lodge.

Yes. Please review the information provided here.

Grand Canyon West is not part of the Grand Canyon National Park, located five hours away. Grand Canyon West is on the Hualapai Native American Reservation and is owned and operated by the Hualapai Tribe.

Pets are not permitted on tours or allowed to be left in parked cars. Pet accommodations are available at the Hualapai Ranch (fee applies). Service animals are permitted on tours.

The weather is very similar to the weather in Las Vegas. It is approximately 10 degrees warmer in the spring and summer and 10 degrees cooler in the fall and winter.

There is a moderate hike at Guano Point called “Highpoint Hike,” which has a beautiful panoramic view of the Canyon and Colorado River. There is also an easy hike down to the edge of the Canyon where you can see the remnants of an old guano mine.

The Grand Canyon West Terminal, Skywalk, Eagle Point, and Hualapai Ranch each offer gift shops where you can purchase Grand Canyon West and Skywalk memorabilia. Jewelry and other items crafted by Native American artisans are available at the Tribal Market located at Guano Point.

You will not have to do a lot of walking. There are many areas where you can sit down at each point of interest and the hop-on hop-off shuttle can transport you between points quickly.

To ride the Zip Line you must be at least 4 ft. tall and weigh between 90 lbs. and 275 lbs.

To ride the mechanical bull at the Hualapai Ranch you must be at least 4 ft tall. Maximum weight is 200 lbs.

For Horseback Rides at the Hualapai Ranch the Minimum Age is 7 years. All persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Proof of guardianship or medical power of attorney is required. Maximum weight is 250 lbs.

Yes, the scattering of human remains is prohibited anywhere at Grand Canyon West, including Guano Point and Eagle Point.

Dining options are available at the Grand Canyon West Terminal, Eagle Point, Guano Point and Hualapai Ranch.
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Grand Canyon West offers a variety of meal options including vegetarian and gluten free options. Bringing outside food and beverages to Grand Canyon West is not permitted. Click here for more information on available options.

Transportation by private vehicle is not permitted at Grand Canyon West. We provide parking for your vehicle and hop-on, hop-off shuttle service to take you from point to point.

If children are old enough to walk on their own, they are permitted to walk on the Skywalk.

We do not allow any personal items such as cell phone, cameras, purses, backpacks, etc. onto the Glass Bridge. We do provide a free locker for you to store your items while you are on the Skywalk.

We have trained photographers on the Skywalk who will take your picture in a variety of poses if you choose. They will give you a card which you can turn in at the photo counter to retrieve the photos that were taken.

Photos can be purchased for $16 per print or $65 for a USB drive with all your photos.

If you would prefer to not have your picture taken you can simply walk out onto the Skywalk and enjoy the view. We allow you to take your time on your walk and ask only that you be mindful of those who do choose to have their pictures taken.

No. You can choose as many of the photos as you like. They can be printed or placed on a data stick. Photos can be purchased for $16 per printed photo or $69.90 for all the digital photos.

Yes, guests must weigh between 90 and 275 pounds to ride the Zip Line.

The Zip Line at Grand Canyon West has a no cancellation policy. All sales are final and non-refundable. Your ticket is good for the date purchased. In the event that The Zip Line at Grand Canyon West cancels operations due to weather our weather policy will prevail.

The Zip Line at Grand Canyon West will suspend operations in inclement weather. In the event of weather related cancellations made by The Zip Line at Grand Canyon West guests will be issued a refund or a 30 day rain check good for the full value of the reservation. The Zip Line at Grand Canyon West does not make cancellation decisions based on forecast, all decisions regarding weather will be made same day.