Ready to hit the road from Las Vegas? This quick guide gives you everything you need for the perfect drive—smart tips, easy directions, and the coolest stops along the way.
5001 Diamond Bar Road
Meadview, AZ 86444
Tips for the Trip
- Gas Up Before Leaving Las Vegas or Boulder City – services are limited closer to Grand Canyon West.
- Pack Water & Snacks – there are limited options once you pass Dolan Springs.
- Cell Service: can be spotty, but don’t worry—free Wi-Fi is available at Grand Canyon West.
Step-by-Step Directions:
- Leave Las Vegas Strip
Head south on Las Vegas Blvd.
Merge onto I-15 S toward Los Angeles.
Follow signs for Henderson/Hoover Dam/Boulder City. - Drive past Boulder City and continue toward Arizona.
- Cross into Arizona via the Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge (Hoover Dam Bypass).
- Continue on US-93 S for about 40 miles.
- Turn Left onto Pierce Ferry Road (signs for Grand Canyon West).
- Turn Right onto Diamond Bar Road – Follow Diamond Bar Road about 20 miles to the Grand Canyon West entrance.
Cool Stops Along the Way
Here are memorable stops you can add to your trip, depending on your timing:
Hoover Dam / Mike O’Callaghan Bridge (40 minutes from Vegas)
- Park at the Hoover Dam Visitor Center to walk across the dam.
- The Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge offers breathtaking views of the dam and Colorado River.
- Allow 30–60 minutes if you want to explore.
Arizona Welcome Center / Scenic Views
Just across the bridge, pull over at the Arizona Scenic Overlook for photos of the Colorado River and surrounding desert.
Joshua Tree Forest Parkway
Diamond Bar Road takes you through a unique high-desert Joshua tree forest.
Pull over safely for photos of these twisted, otherworldly trees.
